A haircut with Mexican and indigenous roots has gained widespread popularity among Gen-Z Latinos in Chicago — despite the controversy it can stir up. It’s called The Edgar. Host: Melba Lara; Reporter: Nereida Moreno
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The doctor-patient relationship requires trust. What happens when a patient feels like a doctor hasn’t upheld professional responsibility? Host: Araceli Gomez-Aldana; Reporter: Araceli Gomez-Aldana
Rohini Dey, owner of the Indian-Chinese restaurant Vermillion in River North speaks about gender disparities in the industry and her new organization ‘Let’s Talk Women’. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Cianna Greaves
Stephanie Quintana transferred to Northeastern Illinois University because it is structured to support non-traditional students. Now, graduation is in sight. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Lisa Philip
For National Poetry Month, celebrated every April, we are happy to recognize the work of our brilliant distributed publishers. Over the years, we have been lucky to work closely with poetry and fiction publishers such as Acre Books, Autumn House, CavanKerry Press, Omnidawn, and Seagull Books. Plus, you can often
Professors at Northeastern Illinois University say they are fighting for the existence and soul of their institution. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Lisa Philip
Federal prosecutors are expected to finish presenting their evidence this week in the ComEd bribery trial. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Dave McKinney
Faculty at three public regional universities in Illinois are striking or on the verge of striking following years of declining state investment. WBEZ’s Lisa Philip spoke to Ralph Martire, director of the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability, about...
WBEZ speaks with Johnson about the whirlwind of the past 24 hours, how he will try to reduce crime in the city, and how he’ll select his administration. Host: Melba Lara; Reporters: Mariah Woelfel and Lauren Frost
We break down how Brandon Johnson proved victorious in his campaign for Chicago mayor. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Mariah Woelfel
Nine months after a court appointed monitor made the allegations, there is no evidence the corrections department investigated. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Shannon Heffernan
This National Poetry Month is extra special for us here at the University of Chicago Press since this year marks the publication of the first books in our newly relaunched Phoenix Poets series. Established in 1983, the series has been given a fresh look, open calls, and a new editorial
In the April 4 runoff between Paul Vallas and Brandon Johnson, voter turnout may be what decides the outcome. Host: Melba Lara; Reporter: Amy Qin
The young women started a nonprofit to introduce chess to more girls. So far they’ve reached 550 students with free lessons, a podcast and more. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Nereida Moreno
Pastor Don Abram believes the Black Church exists to uplift those on the margins. Now, he's helping them welcome LGBTQ+ folks. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Adora Namigadde
The Cubs and White Sox play their first games today. WBEZ sports contributor Cheryl Raye Stout talks about whether this is gonna be the year for either Chicago team. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporters: Cianna Greaves and Cheryl Raye Stout
Liesl Olson started as director at The Jane Addams Hull-House Museum earlier this month. She joins WBEZ to talk about her future plans for this landmark of Chicago history. Host: Melba Lara; Reporter: Lauren Frost
CPCs are accused of deception — and steering patients away from abortions despite an Illinois law requiring facilities to refer patients for services they don’t provide themselves. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Mawa Iqbal