Also in the news: Three former Northwestern baseball staffers are suing the university; movement grows to give Trailside Museum of Natural History a new name; and a man is dead after a domestic incident in Glenview. 

Also in the news: Three former Northwestern baseball staffers are suing the university; movement grows to give Trailside Museum of Natural History a new name; and a man is dead after a domestic incident in Glenview.

Thunderstorms continue in the Chicago area

It's been 30 years since anti-apartheid activist and politician Nelson Mandela visited Chicago. In this episode we look at the decades leading up to the end of the apartheid in South Africa through stories and images from retired activist Joan Gerig.   Check out the photos described in this episode here!

It's been 30 years since anti-apartheid activist and politician Nelson Mandela visited Chicago. In this episode we look at the decades leading up to the end of the apartheid in South Africa through stories and images from retired activist Joan Gerig. Check out the photos described in this episode <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wbbmpodcasts/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here!</a>

"We Knew What We Had to Do" : Chicago's Anti-Apartheid Movement

Also in the news: Larry Snelling chosen as new Chicago police superintendent; Lil Durk concert evacuated, robbery and stabbing ensue; Three people hurt during house party in Elgin

Also in the news: Larry Snelling chosen as new Chicago police superintendent; Lil Durk concert evacuated, robbery and stabbing ensue; Three people hurt during house party in Elgin

Investigation underway after carjacking at University of Chicago

Ngozi Ezike

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore talks about Dr Ngozi Ezike, President and CEO of Sinai Hospital Systems, who was a guest speaker at the City Club of Chicago luncheon, to discuss her current missions, looking back at her role as Director of Illinois Department of Public Health, and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore talks about Dr Ngozi Ezike, President and CEO of Sinai Hospital Systems, who was a guest speaker at the City Club of Chicago luncheon, to discuss her current missions, looking back at her role as Director of Illinois Department of Public Health, and more.

Dr Ngozi Ezike at the City Club of Chicago

Also in the news: Arlington Heights School District suing Meta; Carol Sharp, a onetime foster child, becomes the Night Ministry's next leader; Construction will make it harder to view The Bean and more.

Also in the news: Arlington Heights School District suing Meta; Carol Sharp, a onetime foster child, becomes the Night Ministry's next leader; Construction will make it harder to view The Bean and more.

Illinois Supreme Court rules state's assault weapons ban constitutional

The latest research indicates the 4-day workweek is gaining momentum, why students need to sign a power of attorney before they head off to college and an herbalist on Chicago's Far South Side - who's turning her passion into a business.

The latest research indicates the 4-day workweek is gaining momentum, why students need to sign a power of attorney before they head off to college and an herbalist on Chicago's Far South Side - who's turning her passion into a business.

4 Day Work Week - Power of Attorney & Cosmic Creole

Also in the news: At least 55 people dead in Hawaii wildfires; South Side driver dies following shooting, car flipping over; Loretto Hospital staff end strike and more.

Also in the news: At least 55 people dead in Hawaii wildfires; South Side driver dies following shooting, car flipping over; Loretto Hospital staff end strike and more.

Possible thunderstorms headed to Chicago area today

Also in the news: Dozens spent the night at a convention center after hotels evacuated on Maui; Walgreens using classical music to deter loitering; Florida official criticizes end of cash bail in Illinois and more.

Also in the news: Dozens spent the night at a convention center after hotels evacuated on Maui; Walgreens using classical music to deter loitering; Florida official criticizes end of cash bail in Illinois and more.

Man found dead under a trailer ramp in unincorporated Vernon Hills

Finding new applications for unused suburban office space, overcoming a fear of retirement and AI is changing how students learn.

Finding new applications for unused suburban office space, overcoming a fear of retirement and AI is changing how students learn.

HQ Loss - Fearing Retirement & AI and Education

Also in the news: Fox River dam in Batavia to be removed; Illinois State Fair's 'butter cow' unveiled; Land sold to CTA as part of Red Line extension and more.

Also in the news: Fox River dam in Batavia to be removed; Illinois State Fair's 'butter cow' unveiled; Land sold to CTA as part of Red Line extension and more.

Off-duty Cook County Sheriff's deputy critically wounded in SW Side shooting

A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio.

Also in the news: Niles will use feral cats to control the rat population; Joliet passed an ordinance that forbids tinted-windows on vehicles; Highland Park home suffered major damage after fire and more.

Also in the news: Niles will use feral cats to control the rat population; Joliet passed an ordinance that forbids tinted-windows on vehicles; Highland Park home suffered major damage after fire and more.

Four shot dead inside NW suburban house in apparent domestic incident

The birth of a baby is a perfect time to get started on their financial future, ESPN places a bet on gambling and the case of the missing 401K.

The birth of a baby is a perfect time to get started on their financial future, ESPN places a bet on gambling and the case of the missing 401K.

Baby's First Portfolio - ESPN Bet & Lost 401k

Also in the news: Family of teen injured in a hit-and-run asking for help in finding suspect; Northwestern's Ryan Field will not host concerts; Chicago mail carriers demanding better security as robberies increase and more.

Also in the news: Family of teen injured in a hit-and-run asking for help in finding suspect; Northwestern's Ryan Field will not host concerts; Chicago mail carriers demanding better security as robberies increase and more.

SW Side Subway restaurant robbed at gunpoint overnight

Armed robbers held up staff and customers at a fast food restaurant in the Brighton Park neighborhood early this morning. WBBM’s Mike Krauser has the story

Armed robbers held up staff and customers at a fast food restaurant in the Brighton Park neighborhood early this morning. WBBM’s Mike Krauser has the story

Brighton Park Subway restaurant held up at gunpoint overnight

Also in the news: Will County Sheriff's office to report vehicle thefts; People are returning to the office in the Chicago area, but not near pre-pandemic levels; Lollapalooza attendees can claim lost items and more.

Also in the news: Will County Sheriff's office to report vehicle thefts; People are returning to the office in the Chicago area, but not near pre-pandemic levels; Lollapalooza attendees can claim lost items and more.

Man held without bail after shooting and killing a 9-year-old girl

In 2022, workers who went on strike increased by 50%. Today, all around the country, workplaces of different fields are walking out, striking and unionizing on a scale we haven't seen for decades. This got us thinking: Why do workers strike? Is there a pattern to be seen of these events throughout history? In this Episode of Looped In, we explore the history of labor movements in our country and answer these questions with expert guests Dr. Steve Macek and Kim Kelly, journalist and author of the book "Fight Like Hell: The Untold History of American Labor."   Follow Kim Kelly on twitter @GrimKim  Follow us on our socials @WBBMPodcasts

In 2022, workers who went on strike increased by <a href="https://www.epi.org/publication/2022-work-stoppages/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">50%</a>. Today, all around the country, workplaces of different fields are walking out, striking and unionizing on a scale we haven't seen for decades. This got us thinking: Why do workers strike? Is there a pattern to be seen of these events throughout history? In this Episode of Looped In, we explore the history of labor movements in our country and answer these questions with expert guests Dr. Steve Macek and Kim Kelly, journalist and author of the book "Fight Like Hell: The Untold History of American Labor." Follow Kim Kelly on twitter @GrimKim  Follow us on our socials @WBBMPodcasts

Strikes and Unions: What's Behind the Rise of Workers Walking Out?

Dan Ryan

Also in the news: Panel grants St. Adalbert's preliminary landmark status, but challenges remain; Fewer people were arrested at Lollapalooza this year than in the past; Illinois could be getting a new flag and more.

Also in the news: Panel grants St. Adalbert's preliminary landmark status, but challenges remain; Fewer people were arrested at Lollapalooza this year than in the past; Illinois could be getting a new flag and more.

Dan Ryan shooting investigation wrecks havoc on morning commute

A shooting investigation on the Dan Ryan Expressway caused quite the disruption to the morning commute.

A shooting investigation on the Dan Ryan Expressway caused quite the disruption to the morning commute.

Shooting shuts down portion of Dan Ryan

The city has released the number of arrests and ordinance violations that occurred during this year's Lollapalooza in Grant Park.

The city has released the number of arrests and ordinance violations that occurred during this year's Lollapalooza in Grant Park.

Arrests at Lolla down this year, officials say

Loyola University’s famous century-old nun is getting ready to celebrate another birthday. WBBM Newsradio's Nancy Harty reports.

Loyola University’s famous century-old nun is getting ready to celebrate another birthday. WBBM Newsradio's Nancy Harty reports.

Sister Jean prepares to celebrate another trip around the sun

It&#39;s essentially the local news spots that air throughout the day over the air. Nice to just get a quick roundup for a Chicagoan, or for anyone who is interested in local Chicago news. Sound mixing was a little rough but they will hopefully sort that out.

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