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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New Teachers Union President Talks First Day, P...
Stacy Davis Gates is ready for the school year.
14 min
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Pushback on Fests in Douglass Park, New Develop...
It's time to look back at the week's news!
24 min
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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.
16 min
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After Tragedy, Alderwoman Pushed to Protect Res...
A new law passed in June.
15 min
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What You Need to Know About COVID and Schools T...
The CPS school year starts Monday.
14 min
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Top Doc Says Lessons from COVID Are Essential t...
There are more than 600 cases reported in Chicago.
13 min
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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.
21 min
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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.
13 min
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How the ‘Bud’ Became a Staple in Black Chicago
The Bud Billiken Parade is turning 93 this weekend.
15 min
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Butter Cows, Kissing Babies, and Piglet Parades...
The Illinois State Fair kicks off on Thursday.
16 min
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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.
17 min
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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.
25 min
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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.
15 min
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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.
14 min
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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