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So many candidates in so little time: A WBEZ voter guide Feb 15, 2023

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The Chicago Mayoral Election is right around the corner and we know how stressful voting can be. To help make this experience hassle-free, WBEZ’s Government and Politics Senior Editor Angela Rozas O’Toole breaks down the ins and outs of this election: the important issues, which candidates you’ll see on your ballot and how to make your most informed decisions on Feb. 28. Take the WBEZ/Chicago Sun-Times mayoral candidate quiz here.

NIU honors mass shooting anniversary, ride passes merge, State of the State Feb 15, 2023

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On the heels of the Michigan State University shooting, Illinois residents remember victims of the shooting at Northern Illinois University on its 15th anniversary. Chicago Transit Authority and Pace are merging their ride passes next week. Governor J.B. Pritzker will give his budget proposal for the new fiscal year during his State of the State address today.

Breakup bar for Swifties, heated mayoral forum, migrant housing plan worries Feb 14, 2023

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Maybe you knew they were trouble when they walked in, and you’re looking for a place to shake it off… head to the pop-up Taylor Swift breakup bar. Mayoral candidates sparred in last night’s forum. A plan to move migrants into a vacant Kmart on Chicago’s Southwest Side is getting pushback.

A new podcast asks Asians to redefine ‘sexy’ on their own terms Feb 13, 2023

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The creators of WBEZ’s new podcast, Shoes Off: A Sexy Asians Podcast, want to put to rest long-running slights against members of the Asian community, who are often ignored, fetishized or made the butt of the joke in America. Erin talks with hosts Susie An and Esther Yoon-Ji Kang and producer Stephanie Kim about the show and why they’re trying to redefine “sexy” on their own terms.

Super Bowl gatherings, early voting sites open, EMS body camera proposal Feb 13, 2023

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The Bears might not have made it to the Super Bowl, but Chicagoans were still enjoying the game yesterday. Early voting sites in the city’s 50 wards open today. There’s a proposal in Springfield for all EMS workers to wear body cameras.

godscloset celebrates ‘trans divinity’ with gender-affirming clothes Feb 10, 2023

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Wing Yun Schreiber was experimenting with their gender presentation through fashion a few years ago when they realized they couldn’t access the clothing they needed. So they created godscloset, a community closet that provides gender-affirming clothing to trans and gender non-conforming people in Chicago – all for free. Wing Yun shares the birth of godscloset, the meaning behind the name, and what you can expect at the upcoming pop-up fundraiser on Feb. 19 in Humboldt Park.

Earthquake vigil, mayoral candidates talk education, Chicago investments strong Feb 10, 2023

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A vigil in northwest suburban Mount Prospect honors the more than 20,000 people who died in an earthquake in Turkey and Syria. At WBEZ’s mayoral forum two candidates disagree on education issues. The city’s investment portfolio is strong and continues to grow, according to the city treasurer.

Chicagoans feels unsafe, a less car-centric city, an Anti-Valentine’s Day bash Feb 09, 2023

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A new poll shows Chicagoans don’t feel safe here. Five of Chicago’s mayoral candidates put forward their plans during a WBEZ forum to make Chicago less car-centric. An Anti-Valentine’s Day Party is popping up for young adults and teens at The National Museum of Mexican Art.

Part II: Navigating anti-fat bias in the workplace Feb 08, 2023

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Fat phobia is pervasive in most spaces, and the workplace is not immune. In part two of this conversation, Sarah Stark, a freelance producer at WBEZ, recaps the “Bias Against Bodies” series on the daily talk show “Reset”, starting with how anti-fat bias affects employment decisions. Plus, she shares how we can change our language and culture when it comes to people who are fat, and how they themselves are modeling steps to do so.

Frustrated Chicagoans, all eyes on new UIC faculty contract, Sky prep for new season Feb 08, 2023

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A new poll shows Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s re-election effort faces stiff headwinds as a majority of voters disapprove of her performance. Academics around the country are celebrating the UIC faculty’s newly ratified contract. Kahleah Copper may be the only Chicago Sky starter left after last season, but she’s ready to lead.

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