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Press freedom is at stake during the DNC, advocates say
Journalists are protected by the First and Fourth amendments – but advocates fear violations as reporters try to do their jobs at the DNC. As the Democratic National Convention starts, journalists are on the ground to cover the news both inside and outside the convention. But along with some fears that protestors’ rights will be violated, advocates say press freedom is also at stake this week.
Do political conventions even matter?
As the DNC gets underway, we ask: could these conventions have been an email?. Political conventions used to be the place where party faithfuls choose their nominee. But no longer. So why do we continue the tradition? And what purpose do they serve?. Reset discusses as the DNC kicks off.
The DNC kicks off with caucus meetings, protests, and more
The much-anticipated Democratic National Convention kicks off Monday in Chicago. Follow WBEZ.org and tune in to 91.5FM to catch all the coverage. Reset hears live DNC updates from reporters on the ground. GUESTS: Mariah Woelfel, WBEZ city government and politics reporter. Michael Puente, WBEZ reporter and Sunday anchor. Lynn Sweet,...
Hello newcomers, here’s a brief introduction to Chicago
With a big influx of people coming to Chicago for this week’s Democratic National Convention, WBEZ decided it was high time to gather some beautiful reminders of what makes our city so special. In this episode of the Rundown podcast, you’ll hear from three Chicagoans about what they love...
New videos hit social media to fight anti-immigrant sentiments in Chicago
Tired of the anti-immigrant rhetoric since the start of the migrant crisis in Chicago, a group of advocates have released an online campaign Monday to combat anti-immigrant narratives. The campaign, which coincides with the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, emphasizes a Chicago that welcomes newcomers and diversity. The online ad...
Nurses strike at UI Health, a Near West Side hospital close to the DNC
UI Health nurses allege they’ve been assaulted by patients for years: shoved — one while she was pregnant — and lunged at by a patient’s relative, and otherwise at risk of getting hurt. “One of the reasons we’re striking is the security here is awful,” Emma...
Rainbow PUSH founder Jesse Jackson will be honored at the DNC
As Democrats prepare to celebrate the first Black woman at the top of the presidential ticket this week in Chicago, progressive leaders on Sunday reflected on the monumental legacy of the Rev. Jesse Jackson and the trail he blazed that could help lead Kamala Harris to the White House. Lea...
Chicago is ready for the DNC spotlight as the nation’s Democrats take over the city
After 16 months of preparation and fundraising, Chicago is ready for its closeup. And Gov. JB Pritzker — who helped land the city its 26th political convention — says Chicago is prepared, both inside and outside the United Center. Tens of thousands of journalists and delegates arrived in...
What’s That Building? Ravinia
When visitors show their tickets, pass through an arched wooden gateway into Ravinia and walk across to the Arts & Crafts style Martin Theater, they’re following in the footsteps of the people who came to Ravinia’s opening night on Aug. 15, 1904. The Martin Theater, with sculptural lanterns...
Watch party for Kamala Harris' DNC nomination acceptance planned at Soldier Field
As Kamala Harris accepts the Democratic nomination for president inside the United Center Aug. 22 before a room full of delegates, donors and party elites, ordinary Chicagoans will be able to join the party at Soldier Field. The Democratic National Convention is coming to Chicago Monday through Aug. 22 to...
Joe Biden, Monday's prime-time keynote speaker at DNC, to make case to elect Kamala Harris
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago, kicking off Monday, will include tributes to President Joe Biden, whose opening-night, prime-time keynote address will make the case for electing Vice President Kamala Harris, the Chicago Sun-Times has learned. KAMALA, DOUG/TIM, GWEN/BILL, HILLARY HIT CHICAGO SUNDAY: Harris and second gentleman Doug Emhoff arrive...
Realtors’ new rules take effect Saturday. How buying, selling a home might be affected.
Chicago members of the National Association of Realtors say they’re prepared for the changes that some housing experts describe as the industry’s largest shift in how homes are bought and sold. NAR, a professional organization of real estate agents whose members are known as Realtors, will be implementing...
Migrant shelter landlords are getting millions from City Hall despite tax troubles and government debts
The city of Chicago has spent $28 million to shelter migrants at two buildings owned by Remo Polselli, a Michigan landlord who went to prison for cheating on his federal taxes — and has continued to face tax problems with the IRS, records obtained by the Chicago Sun-Times show.
How this chef tries to make her corner of Chicago better
WBEZ is talking to Chicagoans about their love for the city and its people as eyes turn to Chicago as the site of the Democratic National Convention. Chef Diana Dávila opened her Logan Square restaurant, Mi Tocaya Antojería, which means, my namesake, in 2017. Dávila’s cooking has earned nominations from the James Beard Foundation and was on the New York Times’ “best restaurant list” in 2021.
A Chicago food writer’s go-to list for visitors (put down that hot dog)
The hot dog bar loomed large just outside Section 218 of Wrigley Field. It was Thursday, and the Democratic National Convention Volunteer Appreciation Rally was kicking off a solid week of national politicking in Chicago. I stood behind a couple of volunteers who added toppings to their insulated foil-wrapped hot dogs.
Global nonprofit steps in to run a migrant shelter in Chicago
A former Catholic school in Chicago’s Portage Park neighborhood is now open as a migrant shelter. But instead of being run by the city, as all others in the city are, this shelter is managed by a global nonprofit with experience helping refugees. The former St. Bartholomew school campus...
One Chicago protest group issues a call to “make it great like ‘68” and “shut down the DNC”
In contrast to the pro-Palestinian protesters who are planning what they call a “family-friendly march” during next week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago, another group of demonstrators here promises a “militant” approach to the DNC — and expects police to clash violently with protesters.
WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, Aug. 16, 2024: Chicago braces for DNC, Illinois has a new state mushroom, and more
Chicago making final preparations for DNC, Pritzker signs hundreds of bills, former Harvey school employee sentenced for chicken wing caper. A judge sides with the city of Chicago on DNC protest route, Riot Fest returns to Douglass Park, and a former school official is sentenced to prison for stealing nearly $1.5 million in chicken wings.
Hear Tala Silva’s ‘feathery, alternative-bedroom-indie-pop-R&B’ sound
WBEZ’s sister station Vocalo takes music submissions from local artists – if the team likes the song, they play it on the radio. When musician Tala Silva sent in her song “Goddess,” Vocalo’s Nudia Hernandez put it in the rotation right away and invited Silva in for an interview.
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