Commuters are regularly hit with the announcement “Gambling is prohibited on CTA trains.” We find the reason behind the rule and look for those who inspired it.
Curious City - To Dibs Or Not To Dibs? The Essential Chicago Question
We answer your most pressing questions about Chicago’s controversial winter tradition.
Curious City - How Do You Solve A Problem Like Lead Pipes? Lessons From Cities Getting It Done
Rust Belt cities tackling their lead problems offer advice for Chicago on funding, public education and getting political buy-in.
Curious City - Christmas Tree Lots: Who Are The Folks Who Keep The Season Bright?
"It’s fast, it’s furious and it’s over in about three and a half weeks."
Curious City - City On Fire: Chicago Race Riot 1919
Chicago’s "Red Summer" of 1919 comes alive in this radio drama from WBEZ's Natalie Moore. It’s history with a twist.
Curious City - Chicago Police Hope To Build Trust With Experiment In Community Policing
With trust in police at a historic low, the Chicago Police Department’s latest community policing initiative puts relationship building at its center.
Curious City - Little Fingers And Screechy Sounds: Why Do So Many Kids Learn To Play The Recorder?
The recorder often inflicts squeaky torture on parents. Music teacher Valerie DePriest explains why it became a staple in music education.
Curious City - Ida B. Wells’ Lasting Impact On Chicago Politics And Power
She’s best known for her anti-lynching work in the South, but Wells spent nearly four decades advancing black equality in Chicago.
Curious City - The Case Of The Chicago Mothman
Following several recent reports of a strange winged creature around the Chicago area, we try to find out what the heck is going on.
Curious City - DIY Bike Detective: Tips For Tracking Down Your Stolen Bicycle In Chicago
Once you recover from the initial shock, experts recommend piecing together evidence, spreading the word, and hitting the street stat.