In the Loop

So far this year in Chicago, 147 kids have been shot and more than 20 have been killed, according to the latest data from the Chicago Police Department.

Reset talks to two organizations about the impact of gun violence on children and families in Chicago and solutions to the ongoing issue.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons

Producers: Stephanie Kim

Experts say multi-state memorandum of understanding to electrify trucks could save lives

The exhibit premiered at the McAninch Arts Center Saturday and is on loan until September.

Each week, Reset’s infectious disease expert Dr. Mia Taormina joins us to answer your questions relating to the coronavirus and vaccines.

Ethics, clean energy, the state budget — Illinois lawmakers went into overtime wrapping up a spring session that had a logjam of legislation.

The change comes through a larger state bill that governor Pritzker has still yet to sign.

The name “Lake Shore Drive” is as Chicago as our famous 7-topping hotdog, but some aldermen want to honor Chicago’s first non-native Black resident by renaming part of the drive after Jean Baptise Point DuSable.

WBEZ's Natalie Moore helps Reset take the pulse of listeners about the proposed change, which is expected to be voted on in City Council in June.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons

Producers: Daniel Tucker

What’s the right thing to do to keep everyone safe? And how do we balance individual freedoms with protecting others?

Each week, Reset’s infectious disease expert Dr. Mia Taormina joins us to answer your questions relating to the coronavirus and vaccines.

Bills being debated in Springfield as legislative session ends. Latest on police reform in Chicago and preparing for a post-pandemic summer.