In the Loop (Segments)

64% of Chicago residents surveyed by in March by NORC still oppose federal agents’ use of force during Operation Midway Blitz.

As the old Chicago Daily News Building along the riverfront awaits landmark designation and receives a multi-million dollar refresh, the future of a beloved mural that was once inside it is uncertain. WBEZ's architecture expert walks us through the years-long mission to track down that mural. We also hear from the local preservationist who went on the hunt, and discuss why he says the artwork is "a treasure for Chicago."

Ald. Gilbert Villegas, 36th Ward, says he’ll cut red tape and embrace technology to get affordable and market-rate housing and major development projects built faster.

Ald. Gilbert Villegas, 36th Ward, says he’ll cut red tape and embrace technology to get affordable and market-rate housing and major development projects built faster.

Ald. Gilbert Villegas, 36th Ward, says he’ll cut red tape and embrace technology to get affordable and market-rate housing and major development projects built faster.

WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: April 17, 2026: President criticizes Chicago-born Pope, magic mansion opens off Magnificent Mile

Ask The Mayor, April 2026

Yusef Jackson was named president and CEO of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition where he’ll take over the work started by his late father Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

‘In the Loop’ hears about the city’s five-year blueprint for addressing homelessness.

A private school that uses AI, rather than teachers, to instruct students is set to open in Chicago this fall.