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Tuesday July 29, 2025 Jul 29, 2025

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One of the greatest players in Cubs history, Ryne Sandberg, died Monday. Paramount recently announced the cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s late night show. And, kids in suburban Will County can get free books thanks to Dolly Parton.

Plus, Lollapalooza returns to Chicago Thursday with several local artists on the line up. Vocalo’s Nudia Hernandez talks with the Chicago musician Clairice about her upcoming performance.

Monday July 28, 2025 Jul 28, 2025

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Organizers for Fiesta del Sol festival are calling on ICE agents to not target community celebrations. President Trump signed an executive order last week seeking to shift federal funding away from organizations that try to get homeless people housing before mental health treatment. And, the weather may be unpredictable ahead of Lollapalooza weekend.

Plus, the musician Sinead O’Connor inspired a generation of artists. A panel of writers discuss her impact.

Friday July 25, 2025 Jul 25, 2025

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A new report from the Council on Criminal Justice shows the decline in crime in Chicago is part of a national trend. Today would have been Emmett Till’s 84th birthday. And, the Chicago Sky were crushed by the Seattle Storm last night.

Plus, President Trump promised lower prices “on day one” during his campaign last year but prices are still high. Sun-Times reporter Stephanie Zimmermann and WBEZ editor Emilie Syberg talk with a consumer about their shopping strategies.

Thursday July 24, 2025 Jul 24, 2025

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The heat advisory for the Chicago area ends tonight at 10 pm. Some asylum seekers in Chicago are considering President Donald Trump's new self-deportation program amid an increase in arrests and deportation. Wrigley Field will host the 2027 MLB All-Star Game, its first since 1990. Plus, the start of the school year is just weeks away, but Chicago Public Schools are staring down a massive budget deficit to the tune of $734 million. My colleague Sarah Karp talked about it with anchor Mary Dixon.

Wednesday July 23, 2025 Jul 23, 2025

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The Chicago area is under an extreme heat watch today and tomorrow. A plan to reform Illinois' tort laws awaits Governor Pritzker’s signature. And, the 4th annual Breaking Barriers Festival begins Friday at Ravinia.

Plus, the Chicago soul producer and arranger Charles Stepney died in 1976. His daughters spoke to WBEZ’s Courtney Kueppers about their father’s legacy.

Tuesday July 22, 2025 Jul 22, 2025

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An extreme heat watch in Chicago goes into effect Wednesday morning. The world premiere play Billie Jean follows the rise of tennis legend and women’s rights activist Billie Jean King. And, the Cubs have dropped from first place in the National League Central.

Plus, WBEZ’s Adriana Cardona Maguigad has more on a couple she’s following that are seeking asylum in the US.

Monday July 21, 2025 Jul 21, 2025

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A federal judge is imposing a two-year prison term on ComEd’s former CEO for her role in a long-running conspiracy to illegally influence former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. Illinois U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen is among a bipartisan group of lawmakers calling for the release of investigation files into Jeffrey Epstein. Dangerously hot conditions are expected later this week beginning Wednesday. Plus, we hear a first-hand account from a Chicago–based asylum seeker during his time in immigration detention.

Friday, July 18, 2025 Jul 18, 2025

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Chicago Public Media CEO Melissa Bell said the company will continue to serve the city following Congress' approval of a rescissions package. Demolition of the Damen Silos is moving quickly. A pilot program to bring rat contraceptives to Lincoln Park will launch later this summer. Plus, WBEZ’s Mary Dixon talks more with Bell about the forthcoming cuts to public media.

Thursday, July 17, 2025 Jul 17, 2025

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Chicagoans will gather tonight downtown for the “Good Trouble” Day of Action honoring the legacy of civil‑rights icon John Lewis. The Democratic U.S. Senators from Illinois are slamming Senate approval of a $9 billion dollar rescissions package. A statewide campaign is sounding the alarm and trying to raise funds to address homelessness. Plus, for 15 years, the Chicago dance troupe behind the Fly Honey Show has built a following for its mix of club moves and burlesque. The group says it is staging its final series of concerts this month. Co-founder Erin Kilmurray sat down with Vocalo host Nudia Hernandez before the first show to talk about crafting a grand finale.

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 Jul 17, 2025

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Chicago Police will not be able to enact so-called "snap curfews." The mother of a 13-year-old girl is suing Chicago Public Schools - accusing the district of allowing her daughter to be subjected to race-based bullying, sexual harassment, and sexual abuse. Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza is not seeking reelection but is leaving the door open to running for mayor of Chicago in 2027. Plus, when you drive through Chicago - are small, neighborhood traffic circles slowing you down? Our Curious City team digs into who thought it was a good idea, and why Chicago has them.

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