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Chicago’s Far South Side Gets New Community Art Gallery

Chicago’s Far South Side has a new community art gallery. The “Block House” Gallery held a grand opening in the historic Pullman neighborhood over the weekend. Host: Melba Lara; Reporter: Linda Lutton

Chicago Tribune Has New Owner: Alden Global Capital

The Chicago Tribune has a new owner. Tim Franklin of Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism talks with WBEZ about the how the controversial sale will impact local journalism. Host: Melba Lara, Lisa Labuz; Producer: Cianna Greaves

Episode 982 – Microsoft Unveils SimuLand

This episode talks about another new open-source security toolset from Microsoft. Called SimuLand, this is a simulator for cyber attacks in lab environments.

SimuLand - https://github.com/Azure/SimuLand

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How Chicago’s Pandemic Response Could Help Us Fix Health Care

Community organizations became true partners with government and big hospitals to fight the pandemic. Now they’re hoping that approach could help solve the city’s long standing health inequities. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Kristen Schorsch

StoryCorps Chicago: ‘We Will Never Know’

Fifteen-year-old Stephon Watts was shot and killed by police during a house call gone horribly wrong in Chicago’s south suburbs. His sister Renee Watts questioned his mom, Danelene Dickens-Powell about his life. Producer: Bill Healy

Episode 980 – Tools, Tips and Tricks – Microsoft Safety Scanner

This week's tools, tips, and tricks talks about Microsoft Safety Scanner. This easy-to-use, lightweight scanner will check your PC for viruses and malware.

Download - https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/safety-scanner-download

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Will Chicago Get An Elected School Board?

As the Illinois legislative session comes to a close, we take a look at where the fight over an elected school board for Chicago stands, and who’s on each side. Host: Melba Lara; Reporter: Sarah Karp

Episode 979 – They Finally Did It, New Executive Order Focused On Cybersecurity

The White House issued a new executive order that focuses on improving the cybersecurity of the federal government. This episode talks about the order and a few of the big advances this order will create.

Executive Order - https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/05/12/executive-order-on-improving-the-nations-cybersecurity/

Fact Sheet - https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2021/05/12/fact-sheet-president-signs-executive-order-charting-new-course-to-improve-the-nations-cybersecurity-and-protect-federal-government-networks/

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Do Chicago’s Police Transparency Efforts Go Far Enough?

Chicago’s Inspector General’s Office is blasting Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s proposal to create a database of complaints against Chicago police officers. Deputy Inspector General Deborah Witzburg pushed for the database to be created. Host: Mary Dixon; Repo...

Protect Chicago Plus Ends, But Did Vaccine Pop-Ups Work?

A WBEZ analysis of COVID-19 vaccination data found that Chicago’s efforts to target neighborhoods hit hardest by the pandemic improved vaccination rates for Black and Latino residents. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Becky Vevea

Episode 978 – A Business Asking For Your Vaccination Status Is Not A HIPAA Violation

As the United States comes out of the pandemic lock down and millions getting their vaccines we are getting into a legal gray area. Can businesses ask you for you vaccination status? This episode talks about HIPAA and who falls under the control of those laws.

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Episode 977 – Half Of Government Cybersecurity Incidents Caused By Missing Patche

Patches and updates are released for a reason. Most are for bug fixes and performance improvements but they also contain security fixes. It's vital that you stay on top and current with your patching. This episode talks about a survey results to why this is the case.

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Four Ideas For A Pandemic Recovery For Women Workers

Women’s participation in the workforce is at its lowest level since 1988. But some women leaders in Chicago are optimistic about the future. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Odette Yousef

Could A Major Tornado Be Seen Here In Chicago?

It’s the peak time for tornadoes in Illinois. State Climatologist, Doctor Trent Ford, shares what impact a major twister could have on the city of Chicago. Host: Odette Yousef; Producer: Lauren Frost

Episode 976 – Colonial Pipeline Back On Line After Paying The Ransom

One of the most impacting ransomware attacks shut down fuel supply pipelines to the eastern U.S. This episode talks about how the Colonial Pipeline got back online and things you can do to help recover if you ever get hit with ransomware.

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