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 Performer Andrew David Sings Life Into t...
Street performers have an on-the-ground view of the Loop during its busiest season.
16 min
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IL and PA Expect Influx of Abortion Patients as...
Plus, we hear from demonstrators in Chicago following the Supreme Court's decision.
19 min
753
For Many in Chicago, the Pre-Roe World Meant a ...
The underground abortion service started in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood operated from 1969-1973.
14 min
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Citadel Moves to Miami, Cook County Assessor’s ...
The City Cast Chicago team put together a bucket list to get you through the summer.
27 min
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Amid Uncertain Abortion Access, New Play Center...
The new play “The Billboard" tells the story of a fictional abortion clinic in the Chicago neighborhood.
14 min
756
The Fly Honeys Are Back to Celebrate All Bodies
The inclusive performance troupe is returning to the live stage for the first time since before the pandemic.
15 min
757
Don't Just Guess. Here's a Guide to Voting for ...
Injustice Watch created a guide to get informed on the judicial races.
12 min
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Remembering Mama Gloria
12 min
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Demanding Safer Roads and More Trees. Plus, Ico...
We're looking back on key stories from the week.
20 min
760
Our Love Letter to Harold's Chicken Shack: A Ch...
Harold's is more than just good chicken and mild sauce.
18 min
761
Pro Soccer Instead of Housing? Sounds Like Anot...
The city announced a deal with the Chicago Fire soccer team earlier this year to redevelop land at the former ABLA homes.
16 min
762
What is the Metropolitan Water Reclamation Dist...
Commissioners are on the ballot, but what do they actually do?
11 min
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Jacoby and Carrie Take On Chi Trivia
City Cast’s Chi History Trivia Competition
17 min
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Pride at the Beach, School, and Clubs (And Not ...
We're looking back on key stories from the week.
20 min
765
Paseo Boricua is Changing, But Puerto Rican Pri...
The Puerto Rican Festival in Humboldt Park returns Thursday.
15 min
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A Casino is Coming to River West. But How Do Ne...
We hear pro and con views on the plan.
20 min
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Before Roe v. Wade, Woman Called ‘Jane.’ Here's...
Laura Kaplan was part of a group that connected women with abortion services in the 60s.
16 min
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An Alderwoman Applied for Housing in 1993. She ...
Ald. Jeanette Taylor is calling on her colleagues in City Hall to do more.
14 min
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Finding Love, Home, and Yourself: Stories from ...
Selections from April's 'Karaoke Storytellers' show
16 min
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What the City's New Casino Can Learn From Cabri...
The city promised residents could return to new homes, but instead there's a Target and fancy shops.
13 min
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Destruction of Cabrini-Green Made Development o...
The proposed Bally's Casino is blocks from the demolished public housing development.
24 min
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Primary Prep: Crowded Field Compete for Center ...
There are 17 candidates running in the Democratic primary.
13 min
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Why TX Gov. Should Keep 'Chicago' Out of His Mo...
AirGo hosts join Jacoby Cochran to break down the week's news.
19 min
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How Tortilleria Workers Are Trying to Make The ...
Workers at El Milagro are creating workers' committees to call for better conditions.
15 min
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The Story of Meeting President Kennedy, Making ...
Abraham Bolden was the first Black Secret Service agent to serve on a presidential detail.
15 min