
The latest news and featured stories from WBEZ Chicago.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 2714 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Chicago’s Civilian Office of Police Accountability has released body cam footage from the shooting death of officer Krystal Rivera, who was killed by her police partner Carlos Baker in June of last year. WBEZ’s Public Safety Senior Editor Tom Schuba ... more
In his heyday, the Black media mogul John H. Johnson reached millions with his iconic magazines “Ebony” and “Jet.” His wife, Eunice, founded the Ebony Fashion Fair and the beauty line of the same name. Now their granddaughter, Alexa Rice, is making h... more
Chicago’s inaugural poet laureate, avery r. young, will soon debut his brand new opera. The show is loosely based on his family’s story during the Great Migration. It will bring notes of blues and funk to the Lyric Opera House. HOST: LANE
More students in Chicago and across Illinois are getting official recognition for being able to speak, read and write in English and another language. The Seal of Biliteracy can get students college credit and a leg up at jobs. HOST: LANE
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This program focuses on in-depth Chicago-area news, politics, and culture, blending investigative reporting with on-the-ground storytelling. Episodes frequently tackle local government, electoral dynamics, civic processes, and accountability, often through a combination of reportage, interviews with policymakers, and immersive field segments. The show also explores arts, culture, and community issues, including how institutions shape access, equity, and public life. A standout trait is its commitment to nuanced, data-informed coverage of local governance, justice, and social impact, frequently connecting policy with real-world consequences for residents and taxpayers.
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Recent guests on WBEZ News include:
1. Avery R. Young
2. Angelina Miranda
3. Ashton Klee Camp
4. Paul Colvo
5. Pierce (Mike Pierce)
6. Victoria Varela
7. Tyshee Ashanti Johnson
8. Mercedes Owsley
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