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EPISODE · Jun 3, 2026 · 15 MIN

Why does Chicago use Comic Sans on some elevator inspection certificates?

from Curious City · host WBEZ Chicago

Comic Sans often signals levity or sarcasm. The font is occasionally used for a key phrase in some official city elevator inspection certificates. That’s caused concern for some Chicagoans, including at least two Curious City listeners.Stand-up clips in this episode were from comedian @EricSchwartz.

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Comic Sans often signals levity or sarcasm. The font is occasionally used for a key phrase in some official city elevator inspection certificates. That’s caused concern for some Chicagoans, including at least two Curious City listeners. Stand-up clips in this episode were from comedian @EricSchwartz.

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