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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Illinois Will Literally Pay You to Buy an Elect...
Illinois has a new coordinator for EVs in the state.
15 min
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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.
13 min
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Hey Google, Welcome to the Thompson Center. Plu...
Two Chicago Public School teachers keep their jobs after allegedly being fired for encouraging students’ activism.
25 min
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With Google to Take Over Thompson Center, Let's...
Officials recently announced Google will be taking over the Thompson Center in the Loop.
13 min
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Do We Get Any Say on The Future of Lolla?
Lollapalooza is back in Chicago this weekend.
17 min
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How One Chicagoan Knew He Had Monkeypox and Wha...
Plus, an HIV specialist in Chicago sees striking similarities in the response to monkeypox as he did in the early days of HIV.
20 min
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'The Bear' Got It Wrong: Here's How Health Insp...
That C grade? No.
15 min
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Just Like Riding a Bike: City Cast Chicago Gets...
We got a bike lesson last summer.
12 min
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Where to Get Some Art (And A/C) This Weekend
Here's where you can get inspired and stay cool at the same time.
14 min
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Chicago Red Stars Rebuild After League ‘Went Th...
They've had some turnover but the young roster looks strong.
11 min
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Chi’s Women’s Sports Teams Are Giving Fans a Re...
If you’re not following our professional women’s sports teams here in Chicago, we feel a little sorry for you.
12 min
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One Way to Get an Invasive Species Out of the W...
Asian Carp is now called Copi.
14 min
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Checks From the City Roll In, Public Demands An...
Let's see what happened in Chicago this week!
20 min
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Need a Quick and Easy Getaway to Recharge? Road...
We've got recs from readers!
14 min
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Chicago Street Art Becomes a Character in 'Tagged’
The film is now available to stream.
14 min
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Feeling the Pinch at the Grocery Store? So is Y...
Inflation means more people seeking services and fewer big donations.
16 min
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Illinois is Supposed to have 'Strict' Gun Laws....
New questions are emerging about how the alleged Highland Park shooter legally obtained a gun.
16 min
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Live From the Silverroom, We're Breaking Down t...
Plus, a preview of the Silver Room Block Party.
28 min
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Here's How to Do Our Summertime Chi Bucket List...
We got you covered on what to do this summer.
21 min
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Your StreetWise Vendor Isn't Just Selling a Mag...
For the first time since 2008, StreetWise recently raised its prices.
19 min
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Public Pools Can Be Safe Havens...If They're Open
While Chicago’s beaches opened Memorial Day weekend, many of the city’s pools were closed. Thirty-seven are slated to open July 5.
17 min
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BONUS: The Original Sears Tower from Chicago Hi...
What is now Willis Tower wasn't the first Sears tower.
24 min
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Another Scary SCOTUS Decision, Few Summer Optio...
The Supreme Court is back in the headlines for limiting the ability to enforce Miranda rights.
20 min
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Don't Call It a Comeback: House Music is Alive ...
Some will say House music is having a “moment” thanks to the release of Beyoncé’s new single, “Break My Soul."
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The Biggest Wins (and Losses) on Primary Day
Yesterday was Primary Day in Chicago.
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