A look back at this summer’s block parties
A look at the joys of a closed-down street, passed down from generation to generation.
Claire Kurgan
Data Intern
Stories by Claire Kurgan
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New union petitions continue to rise in Chicago, following last year’s trends
New union petitions are still on the rise, a WBEZ analysis has found, showing that union activity this year is outpacing 2022’s numbers.
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Hundreds of Chicagoans opened fire hydrants for relief from this week’s heat
A combined total of nearly 900 complaints of open fire hydrants were made throughout the city during this week’s two-day heat wave.
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Crisis pregnancy centers outnumber abortion providers in Illinois by nearly 3 to 1
Among the 102 counties in Illinois, 42 have crisis pregnancy centers but no in-person abortion providers.
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A record number of Chicagoans reported flooded basements in July
Heavy storms in July have left thousands of Chicagoans with flooded basements, waterlogged furniture and mounting costs for repair.
