In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons

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  1. WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: April 10, 2026

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    WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: April 10, 2026

    Efforts begin to rename Pilsen’s Cesar Chavez Post Office. Chicago launches a citywide program allowing homeowners to add additional dwelling units. Meanwhile, housing advocates announce plans to sue Chicago Housing Authority over last month’s CEO appointment. In the Loop breaks down those stories and more in our Weekly News Recap. Our panel today: Block Club Chicago reporter Quinn Myers; Monica Eng, Chicago reporter for AXIOS; and Sun-Times reporter Kaitlin Washburn. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

    48 min
  2. 1 In 4 People With HIV Are Women. So Why Are They Shut Out Of The Conversation?

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    1 In 4 People With HIV Are Women. So Why Are They Shut Out Of The Conversation?

    In the decades since the first official report of HIV in June of 1981, there have been many advances in HIV research. However, women – particularly women of color and young women – continue to be affected by HIV/AIDS, while being ignored in mainstream conversations about it. In the Loop hears the story of Marta Santiago, a Chicago woman diagnosed with HIV in the 1980s. We also hear from UIC’s Jennifer Brier about a women’s living history project called “I’m Still Surviving.” For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

    35 min
  3. Illinois And Trump Admin Tussle Over Prediction Markets

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    Illinois And Trump Admin Tussle Over Prediction Markets

    A record-breaking $3.3 billion was expected to be bet on NCAA basketball during March Madness, but the wagering doesn’t end with sports. Some people are betting on everything from when Taylor Swift will be married to whether the U.S. pilot recently shot down in Iran would be rescued on so-called “prediction markets.” In the Loop learns more about these markets and why the Trump administration is suing Illinois over regulating them with Loyola University director of Sport Management Noah Henderson, DePaul University Law School assistant professor Karl Lockhart and State Senator Michael Hastings, Democrat representing the 19th District. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

    35 min
  4. Number Of Same-Sex Households Nearly Doubled In The Last Two Decades

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    Number Of Same-Sex Households Nearly Doubled In The Last Two Decades

    In 2024, the census recorded 1.4 million same-sex couple households, which is nearly double since 2005. In that time, the U.S. Census changed how it asked respondents about who they live with, and same-sex marriage was legalized. In the Loop digs into the local data and hears about the gains that have been made and the work for equality that still needs to be done. At the table: Mony Ruiz-Velasco, Illinois Human Rights Commission, Christine Percheski, Northwestern Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences, and Allison Bethel, Fair Housing Legal Clinic. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

    32 min

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    Despite The Loss, Illini Fans – And Your Fave Local Sports Bar – Still Won

    Despite the Fighting Illini’s Saturday loss to UConn, fans rejoiced in the team’s longest March Madness run in 21 years. And a strong season not only reinvigorated school spirit, but was an economic boost to the university and even local businesses can see a major economic boost. We dig into what a winning season means for both the fan experience and for business. Our panel at the table: Matt Brown, publisher of the sports newsletter Extra Points; Steve Greenberg, Chicago Sun-Times sports columnist; and Robert Rosenthal, publisher of Illiniboard.com and the Illini Boardroom podcast. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

    33 min
  6. WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: April 3, 2026

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    WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: April 3, 2026

    Police Supt. Larry Snelling faces public questioning about whether Chicago police coordinated with ICE agents. Illinois politicians respond to the firing of U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi. Thousands gather in Grant Park and suburbs for the third No Kings rally. University of Illinois makes it to NCAA’s Final Four, while the Bulls dismiss a player for social media posts. In the Loop breaks down those stories and more in the Weekly News Recap with Nick Blumberg, WTTW News correspondent; Sophie Sherry, Chicago Sun-Times staff reporter; and Brandon Pope, freelance journalist. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

    50 min
  7. When Illinois Banned Black People From Gathering, They Turned To Church

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    When Illinois Banned Black People From Gathering, They Turned To Church

    In 1819, Illinois lawmakers enacted the Black Laws, which required Black people to have a certificate of freedom to live in Illinois and made it illegal to gather in groups of three or more. That is, however, unless the gathering was for religious observances. From then on, churches made for and by Black people became hubs for connecting each other to resources, for education, as well as providing a spiritual home. In an ongoing series, WBEZ explores the history of Black churches in Chicago and their impact on their communities, faith and social justice movements. In the Loop sits down with Nicole Jeanine Johnson, WBEZ and CST investigative reporting fellow; Alden Loury, WBEZ senior data projects editor; and the Rev. John Smith of Olivet Baptist Church to learn more. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

    34 min
  8. Aspirin And Toothpaste? Rising Oil Costs Impacts More Than Just Your Tank

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    Aspirin And Toothpaste? Rising Oil Costs Impacts More Than Just Your Tank

    Nationally, the average price of gas hit $4 a gallon. In the Chicago Metro area, it’s even higher – averaging $4.41 a gallon, according to AAA. Oil is a resource many of us might take for granted, but our daily lives depend on it. In the Loop learns about all the ways petroleum products show up in our day-to-day, from filling up at the gas pump to household plastics to items like toothpaste and shampoo. At the table to make it all make sense is Karen Weigert, In the Loop’s sustainability contributor, and Cécile Shea, from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. Plus, Brady Holst with the Illinois Soybean Association shares how rising oil prices are impacting farmers like him. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

    21 min
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    WBEZ Chicago
  • Aktiva år
    2016 - 2026
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    2 tn
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    In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons

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