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Eric Klinenberg, 30 years later: What went wrong in the deadly 1995 Chicago heat wave, and what has changed since | CBS News

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On July 14th, 2025, IPK’s Director Eric Klinenberg was featured in a reflection of the 1995 Chicago Heat Wave by CBS News. He discussed Chicago city leadership during the heat wave and its consequences.

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