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Indiana could have its first Republican Black congresswoman

The 1st Congressional District in Northwest Indiana has been a Democratic Party stronghold for nearly a century. Jennifer-Ruth Green is looking to make history by flipping it in next week’s election. Host: Melba Lara; Reporter: Michael Puente

Episode 1304 – Windows 11 Install Base Is Very Low, This Might Be Why

WIndows 11 has been out for a year, yet only 15% of the world's PC have installed it. This episode talks about what'ss different about Windows 11 and a possible reason why the install numbers are so low. Be aware, be safe. Support the show and get acce...

When Louis Armstrong came to Chicago

Armstrong landed in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood 100 years ago. How did the city influence his music? Host: Mary Dixon, Reporters: Cianna Greaves and Ayana Contreras

Episode 1303 – Student Jailed For Cyberstalking And Hacking Classmates

Cyberbullying and cyberstalking are serious crimes. This episode talks about a case where a college student is going to prison for his cyberstalking against other students. Be aware, be safe. Support the show and get access to behind the scenes content...

Kids Ask: Why do schools do lockdown drills?

Young kids often turn to their parents to understand why we do safety drills. One parent, along with a social worker, takes on this tough one. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Susie An

In honor of Dia de Muertos, a sonic ofrenda

Listen to a sonic ofrenda from our sister station Vocalo that includes Chicagoans who are remembering loved ones who still live among us in spirit. Host: Melab Lara; Reporter: Ari Mejia

Episode 1301 – All Hands On Deck Patch For OpenSSL Coming Tomorrow

This episode is an all-hands-on-deck warning to all IT. OpenSSL is issuing a patch for a yet-to-be-disclosed critical vulnerability. This one is not to be ignored. Source - https://isc.sans.edu/forums/diary/Upcoming+Critical+OpenSSL+Vulnerability+What...

Beyond bail, what else is in the SAFE-T Act?

As we head into the final days of the campaign season, we break down changes to the bail system in Illinois and beyond. Host: Mary Dixon: Reporter: Shannon Heffernan and Cianna Greaves

Episode 1300 – Milestone Episode

One thousand three hundred episodes over 5 years. This episode talks about this major milestone and a big thanks to all of you for making it happen. Be aware, be safe. Support the show and get access to behind the scenes content as a patron - https://w...

CPS staffing grows even as enrollment drops

The increase is meaningful in a district that has often had to do without. But vacancies are still a challenge, especially in schools with many low-income students. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporters: Noreida Moreno, Cianna Greaves and Sarah Karp

Chicago gun violence fueled by extended magazines

Increasingly, police are seizing ‘switches’ that convert handguns into illegal machine guns that can fire 20 shots in about a second. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Chip Mitchel