In the Loop (Segments)

Recreational pot is now legal in Illinois. Plus, hundreds of new state laws and new taxes and fees in Chicago. We discuss that and more. Reset breaks down the latest local news with a panel of journalists. Producer: Dan Tucker

Home prices in Chicago have been slow to rise for the last decade. But nationwide they’re picking up speed. Reset takes a look at the state of Chicago’s housing market with Dennis Rodkin, Reset’s architecture sleuth and “What’s That Building?” contributor. Producer: Stephanie Kim

As of October 1st, 2020, the Department of Homeland Security requires what’s called a “Real ID” before flying on commercial aircraft. A spokesperson for Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White addresses the basics and the obstacles faced by some Illinois citizens in getting processed. Producer: Steve Bynum

Reset sits down with WBEZ reporter Carrie Shepherd for a preview of what to watch for in Chicago’s arts and culture scene in 2020. Producer: Stephanie Kim

New U.S. Census numbers show Illinois has seen the biggest population drop than any other state in the last decade. Reset discusses the stakes of the data and the 2020 Census with Chicago Tribune reporter Cecilia Reyes and demographer Pete Saunders. Producer: Steve Bynum

Reset checks in with WBEZ's Jesse Dukes and Monica Eng about what the first day of legal weed sales was like in Chicago. Producer: Jason Marck

The sale and use of recreational marijuana is now legal in Illinois. But many suburbs in the Chicago area are saying "no" to pot including Highland Park. Mayor Nancy Rotering discusses its "wait-and-see" approach to recreational marijuana. Producer: Jason Marck

Three eighth graders from St. Ethelreda School in Auburn Gresham won November’s Illinois State All Grade Chess Championship and ranked 7th at the national level last month.

Reset sat down with the winners and their coach before the New Year to hear about their win and what it means for the school.

Producer: Bianca Martin

During his three decades running the league, Stern transformed professional basketball for the modern era.

Reset checks in with WBEZ’s sports contributor about his legacy.

Producer: Dan Tucker

Chicago ended 2019 on a hopeful note as preliminary numbers show a steep drop in shootings and homicides. WBEZ criminal justice reporter Patrick Smith breaks down the numbers. Producer: Meha Ahmad