Morning Beat: Chicago

A taxi driver loses his life in a hit-and-run crash on I-88, while Lori Lightfoot prepares to teach at the University of Michigan. Also, rail crossings on the South Side and suburbs are set for repairs. Plus, kids in Colorado are on a mission to save the bees.

Severe weather is set to hit Chicago, bringing risks of hail, high winds, and heavy downpours. Meanwhile, a man remains critically injured following a shooting in the Gold Coast area. Plus, the city hosts a Spanish webinar on the minimum wage ordinance.

A Chicago woman tragically found shot near a car crash, a delivery driver critically wounded, and a 14-year-old boy injured in separate shootings. Meanwhile, a former chief of staff reports to prison. On a brighter note, a cosmonaut sets a new space record, offering vital data for future missions.

In this episode, we delve into the hefty prison sentence sought for former Alderman Ed Burke and the culinary triumphs at the James Beard Awards. We also cover the controversial closure of a bilingual school in Evanston-Skokie. Join us as we explore the intersections of justice, food, and education.

This episode covers a tragic weekend with multiple shootings across Chicago, along with a heartwarming story about a dog mimicking a weightlifter. We'll also discuss the latest in local weather and a new solar energy initiative on former nuclear sites. Tune in for a mix of sobering news and uplifting moments.

Step into a world of wonder as Navy Pier's 'Illuminarium' opens its doors. Tragedy strikes at the University of Chicago Cancer Pavilion construction site. Plus, Calumet Fisheries makes a delicious comeback after a devastating fire.

In this episode, we dive into the heated debate over landlord liability for tenant fines in Markham, Illinois. We also explore the push for an earlier curfew for unaccompanied minors in downtown Chicago following a violent incident. Plus, the tragic details of a deadly house explosion in Lake Zurich.

Heavy rains flood Chicago streets, causing crashes and chaos. An explosion destroys a Lake Zurich home, leaving one resident unaccounted for. Plus, President Biden's new immigration order sparks debate among Chicago's immigrant community.

This episode dives into the unsettling disappearance of two brothers from Englewood and the upcoming Sundance Institute x Chicago film event. We also explore a shocking shooting incident on I-57 and celebrate an extraordinary genome discovery in a tiny fern. Don't miss our deep dive into these captivating stories!

Join us as we celebrate 40 years of Metra with exclusive offers and hear the heart-wrenching story of a young man critically wounded while helping a carjacking victim. Plus, we dive into the latest on Chicago's weekend of gun violence and a tragic motorcycle crash. Stay tuned for some good news that'll warm your heart!