WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: June 12, 2026

June 12
49 mins

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Episode Description

Chicago police investigate a cross burning and potential hate crime in Grant Park. Governor Pritzker says he’s open to calling a special legislative session to reach a Bears stadium deal. Former Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel pedals presidential aspirations on a bike tour of New Hampshire.


In the Loop breaks down those stories and much more with Axios’ Carrie Shepherd,

Chicago Tribune’s Dan Petrella, and WBEZ’s Alden Loury.


For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

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