Could Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s Plan To Sue Gang Leaders Make Violence Worse?
Critics say Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s plan is an impractical political stunt and will do more harm than good.
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Biden Tells The U.N. The U.S Is Embarking On An Era Of ‘Relentless’ Diplomacy
In his first speech to delegates at the U.N. General Assembly, President Biden’s remarks stood in contrast to former President Trump’s approach. “We must work together as never before,” Biden said.
Johnson & Johnson Says Its Booster Shot Provides Increased Protection From COVID-19
Johnson & Johnson shared data from its Phase 3 trial of the company’s booster shot on Tuesday. The data showed a booster shot at six months provided a 12-fold increase in antibodies.
Lightfoot Proposes $16.7 Billion Budget With More Money For Police, No Major New Taxes
The mayor’s proposal relies on federal money to close a $733 million gap, and would increase police spending by 11%, send hundreds of millions toward social services, and contains no major property tax or fee increases.
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COVID-19 in Chicago and Illinois
WBEZ’s news coverage of the coronavirus pandemic focuses on equity, the vaccine rollout in Chicago and the state, and the impact on our daily lives.
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MAP: COVID-19 Cases And Vaccination Rates In Chicago By ZIP Code
Select your ZIP code to see the current COVID-19 cases and vaccination rates near you.
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A Texas Doctor Who Defied The State’s New Abortion Law Is Being Sued
Former attorneys in Arkansas and Illinois filed lawsuits Monday against Dr. Alan Braid, the first Texas abortion provider to publicly reveal he violated the law that took effect on Sept. 1.
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Pfizer And BioNTech Vaccine Trials For Kids Show The Shots Are Safe And Effective
Pfizer and BioNTech’s trials for the COVID-19 vaccine for children under 12 showed the shots are safe for children and establish a strong antibody response against the virus.
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Chicago Bears’ Rift With The Park District Widens Over Sports Betting
WBEZ obtained emails that show the NFL franchise’s frustration as the Chicago Park District — which owns Soldier Field — rejected efforts to open a sports betting lounge.
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Five Takeaways From A Big Emmy Night For A Short List Of Shows
The Crown, Hacks, Ted Lasso and The Queen’s Gambit all did well on Sunday night. But the Emmys also laid bare the problems with production and representation that plague nearly every awards season.
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Sources Say Chicago Ald. Jim Gardiner Allegedly Tried To Pay Campaign Worker With Tax Dollars
The allegations are the latest against the Northwest Side alderman, who is being investigated by the FBI for allegedly withholding city services from opponents among other complaints.
Shifting From Home To School Is Proving Extra Stressful for Chicago’s Littlest Learners
Experts say establishing a goodbye ritual and reassuring kids they are safe can help with the anxiety of returning to in-person school.
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With Vaccines Now Mandated For Workplaces, Will A Travel Mandate Be Next?
Public health officials and infectious disease experts say requiring vaccination for domestic air and rail travel would help slow COVID-19’s spread, but the travel industry opposes a vaccine mandate.
