City Cast Chicago
Chicago’s daily news podcast, fresh every weekday at 6 a.m. 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—all in 15 minutes a day. It’s a smart and delightful new way to connect with the city we share. Learn more and subscribe to our morning newsletter at citycast.fm/chicago.
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Street Takeovers Not Stopping, Chicago Welcomes...
We're breaking down the biggest Chi stories of the week.
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West Side Best Side? Explore North Lawndale to ...
Here's another neighborhood guide!
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Lisa Beasley’s ‘Lory Litefoot’ is a Political S...
The comedian's impersonation of the Mayor blew up during the pandemic.
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You’re on a Boat! How to Stay Safe in Lake Mich...
Recent tragedies have prompted questions about water safety.
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Meet One of Chicagoland’s American Ninja Warriors
You can learn to be a ninja at a local gym.
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More School Bus Probs, Yet Another Monuments Co...
We're wrapping the week's news with a look at the big stories, under-hyped stories, and moments of joy.
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Why A Trip to Beverly Is Worth It
Let a local be your guide.
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Doc Shows Southeast Side History and Resilience
"Southeast: A City Within a City" is screening Thursday at Big Marsh Park.
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From Hand-Holding to Meditation: The Work of Ab...
Abortion doulas support people before, during, and after an abortion.
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New Teachers Union President Talks First Day, P...
Stacy Davis Gates is ready for the school year.
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Pushback on Fests in Douglass Park, New Develop...
It's time to look back at the week's news!
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Your Guide to Uptown, Edgewater, and Rogers Park
Some spots to see, eat at, and enjoy in the far North Side hoods.
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After Tragedy, Alderwoman Pushed to Protect Res...
A new law passed in June.
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What You Need to Know About COVID and Schools T...
The CPS school year starts Monday.
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Top Doc Says Lessons from COVID Are Essential t...
There are more than 600 cases reported in Chicago.
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More Cops on CTA, No Charges in Till Case, and ...
Chicago Police say they’re adding more officers to CTA trains after recent violence, but not everyone is convinced that's the answer.
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Here's How to Still Live That Summertime Chi Life
We‘re a month away from the end of our Summer Bucket List Challenge.
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How the ‘Bud’ Became a Staple in Black Chicago
The Bud Billiken Parade is turning 93 this weekend.
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Butter Cows, Kissing Babies, and Piglet Parades...
The Illinois State Fair kicks off on Thursday.
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Making 'Ms. Marvel': Fatimah Asghar's Path from...
The Disney+ series “Ms. Marvel” tells the story of a 16-year-old Muslim girl, Kamala Khan, from Jersey City who suddenly gains superpowers.
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Chi’s Sanctuary City Status Under Threat, CPS E...
Across the U.S., big cities, including Chicago, are facing a small schools crisis as enrollment drops.
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Yes, There’s ‘Nope’ But Here Are Some Indie Fli...
From the indie flick “I Love My Dad” to Jordan Peele’s blockbuster “Nope,” there are a lot of films to check out in theaters right now.
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‘Homos with Hammers’ Are Renovating One of Chi’...
The house is what’s known to many North Siders as the “Candy Land House” or “Barbie House,” for its pink, yellow, teal, and white striped exterior.
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Illinois Will Literally Pay You to Buy an Elect...
Illinois has a new coordinator for EVs in the state.
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A Listener is Trying to Buy a Vacant Lot Behind...
If you have a vacant lot on your block, then you know what it’s like to constantly pass by the overgrown weeds and the trash.
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