Many unknowns about COVID-19 remain more than a year into the pandemic, among them the mysterious loss of taste and smell. But new research offers insight into the cause of this common symptom.
Stories by acacia hernandez
How a Newly Created Advisory Board Could Help Restore Chicago’s Urban Canopy
The City Council has unanimously approved an ordinance to create an Urban Forestry Advisory Board — charged with strategically caring for Chicago's urban tree canopy.
Local Street Markets Adjust to Pandemic Restrictions
After a challenging year, Chicago’s street markets are adapting to new health and safety standards, and showing signs of recovery.
New Book ‘Nobody Knows’ Examines Intergenerational Trauma, Stress
In her new book, author and psychologist Inger Burnett-Zeigler examines the stress, trauma and unacknowledged emotional suffering Black women have faced for generations, while offering a new way of being strong that includes being comfortable with vulnerability.
How Universities Are Preparing for Another School Year Amid COVID-19
What will the fall semester look like on college campuses? We discuss reopening plans with the leaders of three area universities.
‘Aftershocks’ Series Uncovers Lasting Impacts of Chicago Gun Violence
Gun violence is on the rise in Chicago and across the country, and its impact is felt not only by victims, but their families and communities, too. We learn about a new series from The Trace, a national news organization covering gun violence in the U.S.
