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Social Life Without the Buzz? It’s the ‘Sober Curious’ Movement

Taking a break from alcohol after the holidays has become known as the “dry January” trend. But now that January is over, some people are extending their sobriety, trying out a social life that’s not dependent on alcohol.

For Elsa Harris, Playing Music About Preaching the Gospel, Healing

Elsa Harris has played in Chicago churches since she was 12 years old and has performed around the world. We visit this “legend of Chicago gospel.”

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Iowans Head to Caucuses, May Clarify Democratic Field

Iowa Democrats anxious for fundamental political change headed toward caucus centers late Monday to decide the opening contest in the 2020 presidential primary season.

Experts Prepare, But New China Virus Not a Pandemic Yet

Health authorities are preparing for a possible pandemic as they work to contain a respiratory illness in China that’s caused by a new virus. Here’s what you should know about the illness.

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Trump Trial Closing Arguments Aim at Voters, History

Closing arguments Monday in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial were directed more toward history than to sway the outcome.

Crain’s Headlines: Tribune Publishing Names New CEO

Tribune Publishing said it has named finance chief Terry Jimenez as its new CEO, succeeding Timothy Knight, who will leave the company after a year in the top job.

February 3, 2020 - Full Show

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UChicago Stamp Collection Sheds Light on Everyday Life in North Korea

A new collection of 2,000 stamps at the University of Chicago offers a unique look at North Korea. We stopped by the Regenstein Library to see it – and meet the librarian who acquired it.

Chicago Police Using Controversial Facial Recognition Tool

The Chicago Police Department recently started working with a controversial facial recognition tool. CPD says it’s not using it for real-time surveillance, but some advocacy groups still have concerns.

WBEZ Reporters Find Rise in Unaccompanied Minors Crossing Mexican Border

A year after the start of the “Remain in Mexico” policy, we talk with a Chicago reporter returning from a border town. 

Ask Geoffrey: Brutalism in Chicago

Love it or hate it, the architectural style known as brutalism has left its mark on cities all over the world. So what’s the story of brutalism in Chicago? Geoffrey Baer weighs in.

Big Shoulders Deal Directs $92M to 30 Catholic Schools in Chicago

A 10-year deal between a local nonprofit and the Archdiocese of Chicago will pour millions into 30 Catholic schools on the city’s South and West sides.

U of C Alum Helps Unlock Clues to Giant Squid’s Mysterious Ways

Biologist Carrie Albertin helped sequence the genome of the octopus while earning her Ph.D. at the University of Chicago. Now she’s made surprising discoveries about the elusive giant squid.

For First Time in 30 Years, Vinyl Records Being Made in Chicago

Ten years ago, less than 2 million records were purchased in the U.S. But last year, nearly 17 million were sold. And now there are records being made in Chicago for the first time in decades. We stop by to see how it’s done.

January 30, 2020 - Full Show

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