Curious City turns 10!
In honor of our 10th anniversary, we reflect on Curious City’s origins — and some of the lessons we’ve learned over the years.
Listen — 31:34
Shows
Curious City
Get the podcast
Get the podcast
Follow
About
WBEZ’s Curious City series is an ongoing news experiment at WBEZ, online and on the radio dial around Chicago at 91.5 FM. Our mission is to include the public in editorial decision-making, make journalism more transparent and strengthen multimedia coverage about Chicago, the surrounding region and its people (past or present).
Curious City airs on Thursdays during All Things Considered on WBEZ
Recent
![]()
Where do Chicago’s bats hang out?
Several varieties of furry fliers are likely closer than you think, from golf courses to forest preserves.
![]()
Listen — 17:37A wave of grocery co-ops is finally hitting Chicago
With several projects in the works, big and small, from north to south, Chicago may finally reach its co-op potential.
![]()
Listen — 15:44How Devon Avenue became the hub for Chicago’s Indian community
Devon Avenue has long been known as Little India, but the diverse West Ridge strip has become home for many and is still evolving today.
![]()
Listen — 17:34Lions and tigers and Chicagoans! How we all stay warm through Chicago winters.
We are still experiencing warm days in Chicago, but winter is coming…here’s how to stay warm – and where the Lincoln Park Zoo animals go!
![]()
Listen — 15:40We answer your last-minute questions about voting for judges
The section for judges can be the most confusing part of the ballot. Here are the answers to some of your most frequently asked questions.
![]()
Listen — 15:58The haunting of 92 Rainbow Road
The decaying house in the woods in Barrington had been glorious in its heyday. Then it lured teens with its legends and lore. What was true?
![]()
Listen — 24:35Chicago was once king of the ring in pro wrestling
Behind the outsized characters and good-versus-evil narratives, promoters used TV and strongarm business deals to put Chicago on the map.
![]()
Listen — 41:12Here are some highlights from the Curious City event at El Paseo Community Garden
Our live episode covered the history of El Paseo Community Garden and included a Q&A with longtime garden volunteers.
![]()
Volunteers share lessons they’ve learned working with refugees and immigrants
Volunteers from religious organizations say welcoming immigrants is a core part of their faith. But there are lessons to be learned in the process.
![]()
Listen — 24:14
