At the end of March, Chicago’s Housing Authority board voted 7-2 to appoint a new CEO. CHA has been without a permanent CEO since former leader Tracy Scott resigned in November, 2024. Mayor Brandon Johnson may legally challenge this decision after replacing the board chair and arguing the selection violated state law. Executive producer Simone Alicea and host Jacoby Cochran are breaking down the latest details. Plus, American Airlines is offering bus connections from regional airports to O'Hare, and the Blackhawks extend their playoff drought to six seasons.

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