Michael Lansu
Digital Editor
Prior to joining WBEZ, Michael worked for Tribune Publishing, the Chicago Sun-Times and was editor of Homicide Watch Chicago. He has also written for The Guardian U.S., Reuters, DNAinfo Chicago and Red Eye. He has been a contributor on CNN and Fox News.
Michael was born and raised on Chicago’s Northwest Side and currently lives the Bucktown neighborhood. He only eats Chicago hot dogs, dislikes the New York slice and puts giardiniera on everything. He has no opinion on the dibs system.
Stories by Michael Lansu
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WBEZ’s Rundown Of Today’s Top News: Madigan’s replacement quits after 3 days
The hand-picked 26-year-old resigned today amid allegations of unspecified “questionable conduct.” That story and more in today’s Rundown.
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WBEZ’s Rundown Of Today’s Top News: When Will The Vaccine Be Available?
The United Kingdom will begin vaccinations this week. What’s taking so long in the U.S.? That story and more are in today’s Rundown.
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PHOTOS: Protesters March Through Downtown Chicago Demanding A Fair Election Count
“We want a free and fair election. That is something that is guaranteed to us as citizens of this country,” said one demonstrator.
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In Another Ominous Sign Of The Times, Second City Puts Itself Up For Sale
The Chicago-based improv theater company said it will consider “qualified expressions of interest.” The sale will play out over several months.
CTA suspends service for a second consecutive night
All buses and trains will stop running from 9:30 p.m. Monday until 6 a.m. Tuesday
Person shot during looting at North Riverside Park Mall
One person was shot as looters ransacked a west suburban mall.
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Four New Coronavirus Cases Prompt Illinois Disaster Declaration
Two female relatives of the teacher’s assistant at Vaughn Occupational High School in Portage Park are among the new victims.
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CPS Tells Students, Staff At Special Ed School To Stay Home Due To Coronavirus Case
People who attend or work at Vaughn Occupational High School have been advised to self-quarantine after a teacher assistant tested positive for COVID-19.
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Jussie Smollett Indicted Again, This Time By Special Prosecutor
Actor Jussie Smollett has been indicted again after charges were dropped last year by Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx.
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Newsletter: Army officer slammed in impeachment inquiry
Lt. Col. Alexander S. Vindman said Trump’s call was “inappropriate” and “improper.” That story and more are in today’s Rundown newsletter.
