Chicago Floods Worsening, May Day Plan, and National Library Week
21 April 2026

Chicago Floods Worsening, May Day Plan, and National Library Week

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Chicago just saw the rainiest start to spring in recorded history. What does that mean for areas vulnerable to flooding, tornadoes, and drought? Also: Chicago Public Schools released an official plan for May Day, and we’re checking in on Jacoby’s trip to every library branch in celebration of National Public Library Week.



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