Sixteen major U.S. universities including Northwestern and UChicago are alleged to have colluded by creating a shared system that unfairly limited student financial aid, according to a federal lawsuit filed in Illinois. Reset checks in with the reporter who broke the story.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons

Producers: Daniel Tucker

Chicago Public School classes will resume Wednesday after five days of no instruction. Mayor Lightfoot and the teachers union reached an agreement late Monday after a majority of CTU members voted to end its remote work action. But as officials, teachers and parents share concerns and frustrations, what’s on the minds of students? Reset checks in with two CPS seniors about what being out of the classroom has been like this last week, and if they feel safe enough to return to in-person learning.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons

Producers: Meha Ahmad

Depending on the procedure or service you get, surprise medical bills can end up costing thousands of dollars. Thanks to the No Surprises Act, Americans have new federal protections against unexpected bills from out-of-network providers. Reset gets the latest on what the bill means for patients, providers and the healthcare industry. Plus, we open the phones to listeners to hear about their experiences with surprise medical bills.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons

Producers: Stephanie Kim

Over the last year, at least 19 states have passed laws making it harder to vote. Since January 6th, 25 religious leaders from around the country have been on a hunger strike to urge Congress to pass voting rights legislation.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons

Producers: Andrea Guthmann

Mayor Lori Lightfoot is partnering with local arts organizations for a series of listening sessions to get input on opportunities to support Chicago creatives. Reset checks in with one of those partners and a local artist on what they hope to accomplish.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons

Producers: Brenda Ruiz

The Chicago Bears followed another bad loss on Sunday by firing its Head Coach Matt Nagy and General Manager Ryan Pace. Reset gets details from WBEZ’s Cheryl Raye-Stout.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons

Producers: Andrea Guthmann

Reset checks in with WBEZ’s Sarah Karp to discuss ongoing negotiations between Chicago Public Schools and the teacher’s union in the ongoing battle over COVID safety protocols. Classes are canceled Monday for the fourth day in a row.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons

Producers: Nereida Moreno

New York Times columnist Farhad Manjoo was never a very good sleeper, and his job as a tech journalist certainly came with its stress. When he discovered a simple technique for relaxing, he says his life changed for the better. Reset learns how to relax so you can too.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons

Producers: Daniel Tucker

Reset brings on an infectious disease expert for our weekly check-in to provide insight to your comments and questions about COVID-19.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons

Producers: Lynnea Domienik

The groundbreaking Black actor was a first in many regards but his success did not come without strife. Reset talks about how his life’s work became an inspiration to many young black actors and filmmakers.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons

Producers: Brenda Ruiz, Steve Bynum