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How CPS is Hoping to Bridge Another Achievement Gap

High school students who take advanced classes are more likely to enroll in college. But Chicago Public Schools says that not enough minority students are getting access to this more challenging coursework.

Oct. 26, 2017 - Full Show

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Tips for Conserving Water to Prevent Flooding in Chicago

There are more soggy days ahead. Find out how you can help ease the burden on the Chicago River and reduce the risk of flooding.

Scathing Criticism of Trump Fails to Undermine Base Support

Blistering attacks against President Donald Trump coming from members of his own party. Local Republicans give us their take on the turmoil dividing Washington.

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New Chicago Community Trust CEO ‘Excited About Making Huge Impact’

Meet Dr. Helene Gayle, the new CEO of the Chicago Community Trust, and find out what the future holds for this 102-year-old philanthropic organization.   

Suburban High School Football in Downward Spiral, Analysis Shows

Youth football seems to be taking a hit. We speak with a Daily Herald investigative reporter about steep declines in high school football participation.

‘Bump Stock’ Ban Fails in Illinois House

While some gun rights advocates oppose any prohibition on “bump stocks,” others say they’re open to a ban, but that this particular proposal went too far, and was riddled with technical flaws.

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After Springfield Sexual Harassment Exposed, Legislation on Fast Track

The public exposure of a capitol culture rife with groping, lewd jokes and other forms of sexual harassment has legislation intended to help eliminate the behavior on the fast track.

Oct. 25, 2017 - Full Show

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Breaking the Silence on Sexual Harassment in Springfield and Beyond

Are we seeing a societal sea change when it comes to sexual harassment?

Rauner Rebuked on Vetoes, But Scores a Major Win

Illinois legislators on Wednesday dealt Governor Bruce Rauner a series of blows, but the House failed by a single vote to override his veto of a measure that would ban municipalities from creating right-to-work zones.

Tom Dart, Kim Foxx Warn County Against Steep Budget Cuts

With the repeal of the soda tax, Cook County officials are now searching for ways to erase a $200 million shortfall in next year’s county budget. 

Study: Tiny Mammal Survives Winter by Shrinking Skull, Brain

University of Chicago paleontologist Neil Shubin returns for another review of stories making headlines in the world of science. 

Ask Geoffrey: What Are Those Faces on Michigan Avenue?

Geoffrey Baer gets eye-to-eye with some sky-high building ornament and gets beneath the surface of a towering metal figure in this week’s edition of Ask Geoffrey.

Author John Feinstein on Golf’s ‘First Major’

The inside story of American golf greats looking for vindication in one of the game’s top tournaments.