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City Cast Chicago
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Chicago’s daily news podcast, fresh every weekday morning. Host Jacoby Cochran brings you timely conversations with news and culture makers; activists and artists; bus drivers and students; those who love and hate this place. City Cast Chicago is a smart and delightful new way to connect with the city we share. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at chicago.citycast.fm.
Named Best Podcast by Chicago Reader 2022
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So Everyone's Running For Mayor. Plus, How To Do Pride Fest!
6d ago00:37:59Tap to summarizeWe’ve got more mayoral candidates ahead of February’s primary after former Ald. George Cardenas (12th) officially launched his campaign. Contributor Leigh Giangreco was at the announcement and tells us what separates Cardenas from others. Plus, PJ Walker is here with his best advice for attending Pride Fest this weekend — we’re also excited for the return of late-night jazz at the Green Mill. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Thursday, June 18 episode: Enjoy Illinois Griffin MSI Broadway In Chicago Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Transcribe →Is Chicago Really Over Ye? Plus, Best Summer Museum Exhibits
1w ago00:34:59Tap to summarizeA week before the Bears season kicks off, Soldier Field will be home to one of Chicago’s most controversial sons, Kanye West. The Bully tour touches down Sept. 3 and 4. Host Jacoby Cochran asks City Cast contributors Brandon Pope and Anna DeShawn, is Chicago over Kanye West and his most recent apology tour. Plus, Brave Space Alliance & Transformative Justice Law Project are hosting a name change clinic today. Ahead of the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center this week, we’ve got some of our favorite museum exhibitions across the city, including the National Museum of Mexican Art, MCA, Haitian American Museum, Dusable Museum, MSI, Wrightwood 659, Blanc Gallery, Elephant Room Gallery, and Field Museum. Good News: Dragon Boat Race Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 17 episode: Enjoy Illinois Griffin MSI Broadway In Chicago Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Transcribe →Summer Storms Rock Chicago. Plus, Obama Center Neighborhood Guide
1w ago00:43:27Tap to summarizeAcross Chicago, neighbors are still navigating uprooted trees, power outages, and flooding following intense storms last week. Unfortunately, if the weather apps are to be trusted, we could see more thunderstorms and intense winds this week as well. Executive producer Simone Alicea and host Jacoby Cochran survey the damage and discuss ongoing concerns around FEMA relief. Plus, Jacoby has neighborhood recs for Obama Center visitors, and we are hearing from listeners and readers. Good News: Miyagi Records Juneteenth Celebration Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 16 episode: Enjoy Illinois Griffin MSI Broadway In Chicago Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Transcribe →Banning Cellphones in School. And Why Isn't Chicago Hosting World Cup?
1w ago00:33:33Tap to summarizeAfter years of trying, Illinois lawmakers have officially banned cellphones and other devices in classrooms. Gov. JB Pritzker, a vocal supporter of this legislation, says he will sign the bill. We break down the details with contributors Yareni Murillo and Adora Namigadde. Plus, are you feeling the World Cup energy, or wondering why Chicago, of all places, isn't a host city? And how early do fireworks start in your neighborhood? City Cast Chicago: Where to World Cup in Chicago Block Club: Where To Watch And How To Celebrate In Chicago Good News: Tuesdays on the Terrace Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 15 episode: Enjoy Illinois Griffin MSI Broadway In Chicago Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Transcribe →Should Chicago Open Public Pharmacies? Plus, CPS Defends Transgender Policies
2w ago00:37:41Tap to summarizeWalgreens has shuttered two more South Side locations, including the Chatham location, after closing five in 2025. Ald. William Hall (6th) wants to launch the city’s first-ever Office of Pharmacy Access to create publicly owned alternatives. Block Club Chicago’s Atavia Reed and WBEZ’s Sarah Karp are here with details. Plus, we’re recapping Chicago Public Schools Supt. Macquline King’s congressional testimony in Washington this week. Good News: Movies In The Parks, Chicago Music Legacy Tour, Simeon's First Play in Decade Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, June 12 episode: Visit Bloomington Friends of San Damiano Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Transcribe →Are Chicago Bike Lanes Actually Safe? Plus, Ann Sather Closure and Playing Hooky
2w ago00:39:09Tap to summarizeAnn Sather’s last day on Belmont is June 28. City Cast Chicago contributor Adora Namigadde explains why the closure feels so significant. Plus, contributor Leigh Giangreco reflects on Chicago bike safety after city transportation worker Riley O’Neil was killed while biking in Bridgeport. Plus, we’re talking about how we’d play hooky like Ferris Bueller and what we think is actually overhyped about summertime Chi. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Thursday, June 11 episode: Visit Bloomington Friends of San Damiano Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Transcribe →Public Pools Open Next Week. Plus, Chicago’s New Women’s Sports Bar
2w ago00:36:45Tap to summarizeMost of the city’s 77 public pools, 200 water features, and Chicago’s only inland beach are all opening next Friday. Plus, we’ve got more events and organizations to visit during Pride and beyond, including Lipstick Lounge, Garden of Collective, and Level Sporting Club. We’re also sharing the best viral videos we’ve seen this month, like Young Roddo, Sidequesttre, and DJ Ca$h Era.Good News: Sox Crawl Fiesta & 90’s Night at the Zoo Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 10 episode: Visit Bloomington Friends of San Damiano Chicago Public Library Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Transcribe →Red Line Weekend Detour and Ultimate Summer Guide
2w ago00:38:20Tap to summarizeRed Line trains will be rerouted to elevated tracks for the third straight weekend due to maintenance work in the Loop subway. Executive producer Simone Alicea and host Jacoby Cochran have the details and their favorite events this weekend away from the Loop. Plus, we’ve got our Ultimate Summer Guide taped live last week at Switchyards in Logan Square with 77 Flavors’ Sara Faddah and Dario Durham. Good News: Sky vs Dream Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 9 episode: Visit Bloomington Friends of San Damiano Chicago Public Library Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Transcribe →Who's Running For Mayor? Plus, Bears Pick Hammond?!
2w ago00:40:03Tap to summarizeChicago’s mayoral election is nine months away. Last week, Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza became the first major candidate to make their campaign official. Host Jacoby Cochran, Brandon Pope, and Leigh Giangreco discuss Mendoza’s platform and other potential candidates. Plus, we react to news that the Bears are moving forward with a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana. Is this for real or just the latest round of stadium chicken? Good News: Annual Puerto Rican Festival Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Monday, June 8 episode: Visit Bloomington Friends of San Damiano Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Transcribe →Why Chicago Libraries Got It All. Plus, Are The Bears Still Ours?
3w ago00:33:39Tap to summarizeChicago is opening its 82nd public library branch in June, and loaning out books is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what these institutions offer residents. Host Jacoby Cochran talks with City Cast CEO David Plotz from Your City Could Be Better podcast about how Chicago’s libraries have evolved to meet community needs, from opening a food pantry inside a branch to turning student IDs into automatic library cards — and how they could be even better. Plus, are the Chicago Bears still the Chicago Bears if they move to Indiana? Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 5 episode: Enjoy Illinois American Writers Museum Chicago Public Library Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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