Where Does Chicago’s Yard Waste Go?
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Wondering what to do with all the leaves that fell over the weekend?
Many Illinois residents are unaware of a 1990 state law making it illegal to mix lawn waste with household garbage. WBEZ reporter Monica Eng has the dirt on Chicago’s yard waste disposal program.
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Where Does Chicago’s Yard Waste Go?
Clip: 10/16/2017 | 5m 2sVideo has Closed Captions
Many Illinois residents are unaware of a 1990 state law making it illegal to mix lawn waste with household garbage. WBEZ reporter Monica Eng has the dirt on Chicago’s yard waste disposal program.
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Hebru Brantley’s New Art Show Takes Flight in Elmhurst
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Clip: 10/16/2017 | 3m 34s | We explore the show “Hebru Brantley: Forced Field” at the Elmhurst Art Museum. (3m 34s)
How Ameya Pawar Plans to Stay Involved in State Politics
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Clip: 10/16/2017 | 9m 5s | Chicago Ald. Ameya Pawar announced last week he’s ending his bid for Illinois governor. (9m 5s)
How Plastic Cutlery is Bringing Jobs to a Chicago Community
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Clip: 10/16/2017 | 4m 19s | A South Side manufacturing training program and factory creates opportunities and jobs. (4m 19s)
Poll: Americans Want Government to Address Climate Change
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Clip: 10/16/2017 | 6m 39s | A new poll on climate and energy reveals surprising attitudes from Americans. (6m 39s)
Toni Preckwinkle on Soda Tax Repeal, Budget Shortfall
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Clip: 10/16/2017 | 13m 23s | Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on why the soda tax failed—and what’s next. (13m 23s)
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Clip: 10/16/2017 | 1m 18s | The soda tax repeal was met with cheers from some Chicago Tonight viewers. (1m 18s)
Weekend Storm Overwhelms Chicago’s Sewer, Deep Tunnel System
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Clip: 10/16/2017 | 4m 58s | Chicago’s sewer and deep tunnel system couldn’t handle this weekend’s rain. (4m 58s)
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