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Gov. JB Pritzker, other Democratic governors to meet with Biden after dismal debate showing
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and other Democratic governors plan to meet with President Joe Biden at the White House on Wednesday after they insisted on hearing directly from the president about the status of his reelection campaign in the wake of an abysmal debate performance. The meeting was requested by multiple...
Battle over Illinois' assault weapon ban will continue after Supreme Court declines to get involved
The U.S. Supreme Court will not consider challenges to Illinois’ controversial assault weapons ban, for now. That doesn’t mean it’s not headed to the nation’s high court one day. In fact, a federal judge in southern Illinois has been preparing for a Sept. 16 trial in which he could more fully take on the question of whether the weapons ban passes constitutional muster.
Chicago restaurants are being burglarized in record numbers: 'I'm just beyond outraged'
When Paul Fehribach learned his Andersonville restaurant had been burglarized in late January, the acclaimed chef was left feeling angry — but not surprised. Lea este artículo en español en La Voz Chicago, la sección bilingüe del Sun-Times. “Just in the previous week, two or...
Meet the keepers of your local ‘micro-zoo’
The Bensons turned their Old Town front porch into a ‘mini-zoo’ in 2022. It’s been a neighborhood staple ever since. Two turtles and a flock of ducks swing along in their home on the front porch of Stephen and Kim Benson's Old Town home. The couple, whose daughter originally wanted chickens, wondered how to make their home more animal-friendly.
New Illinois law protecting child social media creators now in effect
Illinois is the first state in the nation to ensure that children of family vloggers receive compensation for their work, with a new law going into effect July 1. It all started with a letter that Illinois teenager Shreya Nallamothu wrote to her state senator when she was 15 years old.
Dreams dashed: The broken promises of for-profit colleges
The schools often target first-generation, low-income, and Black and brown students for recruitment. Students say they get saddled with debt and little to no job prospects. New federal regulations go into effect Monday that could withhold federal funding from 60% of Illinois’ for-profit schools unless they’re able to improve performance.
Column: Biden's debate debacle adds wild card uncertainty to Chicago's Democratic National Convention
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden’s disastrous debate performance in Atlanta on Thursday added new wild card variables to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this August, which was on course to be a highly scripted, four-night show with no surprises. Now it is not. On Sunday, there was...
Cats, cartoons and mortality: Lucy Knisley on her graphic novel, ‘WOE’
Linney was the name of a loud and melodramatic house cat who stars in a new graphic novel titled “WOE: A Housecat’s Story of Despair.”. Linney’s owner, Evanston-based graphic novelist Lucy Knisley, said she originally based Linney’s comic-strip voice off the character Sister Monica Jones, a British nun from the long-running BBC series “Call the Midwife.”
Supreme Court says Trump has absolute immunity for core acts only
The U.S. Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision along ideological lines, ruled that a former president has absolute immunity for his core constitutional powers — and is entitled to a presumption of immunity for his official acts, but lacks immunity for unofficial acts. But at the same time, the court sent the case back to the trial judge to determine which, if any of Trump’s actions, were part of his official duties and thus were protected from prosecution.
Trimmed and tightened Pride Parade is as jubilant as ever: 'It's still Pride'
Rainbow-clad crowds filled the sidewalks in the heart of Lake View on Sunday for Chicago’s 53rd annual Pride Parade. Lea este artículo en español en La Voz Chicago, la sección bilingüe del Sun-Times. And despite a shorter route and fewer floats, the celebration capping off...
Clock has started on 5-year plan that'll raise wages for Chicago's tipped workers
Starting Monday, restaurants in Chicago must start paying tipped workers more per a new city ordinance that has sharply divided the restaurant industry and supporters of the law. The tipped minimum wage is increasing from $9.48 per hour to $11.02. Chicago’s overall minimum wage is also rising, from $15.80 per...
On Kennedy Expressway, Illinois Tollway, no speed cameras are watching despite what signs say
Drivers passing through stretches of construction on the Tri-State Tollway are greeted by numerous work zone road signs warning of reduced speed limits that are “photo enforced.”. Similar warnings that threaten camera enforcement for speeding can be seen on the Kennedy Expressway, which is in the midst of major...
WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: June 28 2024
A major SCOTUS ruling, DNC prep, and the Bean is back. Joe Biden and Donald Trump face off in a presidential debate, Chicago continues to prepare for the Democratic National Convention, and NASCAR gets ready to shut down some Chicago streets. Reset goes behind these headlines and more in the...
Peach Tree Rascals on their viral hit, ‘Mariposa’
Do you remember the track "Mariposa"? It did significant rounds on TikTok during the pandemic lockdown. The group behind the song, Peach Tree Rascals, is about to wrap up a 19 show, 27-day tour. Ahead of their Chicago show last week, they spoke with Vocalo’s Nudia Hernandez about their deep...
'Serious concerns' remain after CPD revises mass arrest policy ahead of Democratic Convention
With the Democratic National Convention less than two months away, a coalition of community organizations voiced “serious concerns” Thursday about the Chicago Police Department’s newly revised mass arrest policy. The overhaul stems from closed-door meetings authorized by the federal judge presiding over the department’s court-ordered reform push...
For-profit cosmetology graduates rarely earn more than high school grads
When Mileena Moss was laid off from a manufacturing company in 2023, she had two goals: learn how to perform eyelash extensions and eventually run her own spa. “I was getting my lashes done by a girl, and she was telling me how well it was going for her,” Moss said. After learning she needed an esthetician license, she found a Tricoci University of Beauty Culture location close to her southwest suburban Chicago Ridge apartment.
CTU endorses slate of candidates for Chicago’s first elected school board
The Chicago Teachers Union is announcing its endorsements for Chicago’s first elected school board — a major step for the powerful political force that helped to elect the city’s mayor. The CTU is not publicly saying how much they will devote to support these candidates and, so...
Behind Chicago’s Boiler Room dance party with DJ Janesita
Chicago’s dance and electronic music scene will be on full display this weekend at Grant Park. But much of this scene started underground in basements and boiler rooms. This event is part of the London-based Boiler Room platform which puts a spotlight on underground music, culture and DJs all around the world.
Don’t miss out on these summer stage plays in Chicago
“Hot Wing King,” “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” and “Little Bear Ridge Road” are on our radar. WBEZ’s 2024 Summer Guide is jam-packed with powerful performances, including must-see plays and stage performances that both a theater maven or newbie won’t want to miss. Wondering what to catch next (even if you’re new to the scene)?
Oxtail, conch soup, callaloo: Celebrating Caribbean American Heritage Month
Colonization has shaped the food traditions of the Caribbean islands. We talk with a chef who is recovering old recipes and reconnecting with Indigenous traditions and celebrating the ways the African diaspora has impacted foodways throughout the region. Reset talks Caribbean root veggies, herbs, and lesser known dishes, as well...
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