| Source | CBS Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Jan. 7, 2026, 2 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Jan. 7, 2026, 2 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/chicago-citywide-recycling-program-30-years-challenges/ |
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Thirty years ago, in December 1995, with much fanfare and buildup, the City of
Chicago introduced its first citywide recycling program.
The Blue Bag program went ahead despite being savaged by critics for years
throughout its planning stages, and was not considered a success when it was
scrapped mo...