The latest news and featured stories from WBEZ Chicago.

WBEZ News
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The latest news and featured stories from WBEZ Chicago.
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Recent Episodes

June 18, 2026
‘The new ube?’: The pandan trend hits Chicago’s bakeries, bars and restaurants
A tropical plant from Southeast Asia has taken root in Chicago. Pandan is the new go-to ingredient for local chefs. It adds a vibrant green color and a floral taste to things like cookies, cocktails, and coffees. HOST: LANE

June 16, 2026
This little-known anxiety disorder quieted my childhood. But it didn’t define me.
Being a journalist requires conversational skills. You have to be able to talk to strangers or people who may be upset. Chicago Sun-Times arts reporter Ambar Colón is familiar with the qualifications. She’s been a journalist for a decade. But growing up, Ambar struggled to speak to anyone outside of her household. She was diagnosed with selective mutism at the age of five. Her journey is now being shared in a new documentary called "Selective Mutism: Getting The Word Out”. HOST: LANE

June 15, 2026
Expectant moms in Chicago are worried about the upcoming Supreme Court ruling
The Supreme Court is set to decide whether birthright citizenship will continue. That’s been the law for more than 150 years. It’s unclear how the court will rule. But the uncertainty has left many immigrant moms fearful about their baby’s future. HOST: LANE
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