WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Jan. 14, 2022

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot pictured on Oct. 8. 2021. On Tuesday, she announced she had tested positive for COVID-19. Marc Monaghan for WBEZ
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot pictured on Oct. 8. 2021. On Tuesday, she announced she had tested positive for COVID-19. Marc Monaghan for WBEZ

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Jan. 14, 2022

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As the omicron wave continues, Mayor Lori Lightfoot tests positive for COVID-19. Students return to classrooms this week after a standoff between the city and the Chicago Teachers Union. Plus, employees at the Art Institute of Chicago vote to form a union.

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