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.
926
Kim Foxx Gets Real, Toxic Radio Industry and Bu...
A look back at the week's news, which included the Bulls' on a streak and an expose of sexism in radio
17 min
927
Why Did A Meatless Meal at CPS Taste Like Meat?
A reporter tells us about her quest to taste CPS's "lentil Joe" and to make school meals healthier.
13 min
928
Are These Bulls For Real?
The team is 6-1 with their best season start in years. Can they stay in the lead?
13 min
929
What is CPS Doing About its Bus Shortage?
Nearly 4,000 students are without reliable transportation but the district is trying to find alternatives.
14 min
930
The Fight to Save Mercy Hospital
The safety net hospital on the South Side declared bankruptcy, and the community fought hard to keep it open.
12 min
931
Blackhawks’ Failure, Springfield Roundup, and G...
We look back at the week's news in Chicago (and Springfield)
20 min
932
Will Chicago Get Its First Asian American–Major...
Community groups in Chinatown say it's time.
10 min
933
Do Chicagoans Want to be Police Officers?
CPD says it needs to fill 1,000 vacancies.
14 min
934
Is Chicago More Corrupt Than Other Cities?
The Inspector General’s office has a broad mandate.
16 min
935
Where Are Chicago’s Public Restrooms?
A new investigation by the Chicago Tribune set out to document all the public restrooms, and talked to people who face barriers to access safe restrooms
12 min
936
City v. FOP, Parole Reform, and Sky Parade!
Let's take a look back at the week's news.
19 min
937
Why the Max Headroom Hack is Still So Creepy
A disturbing hack into two Chicago TV stations in the 80s is the inspiration for a new thriller.
11 min
938
Does Chicago Have Enough Ambulances?
A long wait for an ambulance could mean life or death, so why doesn’t the department add more to its fleet?
14 min
939
A 100-Year-Old Theater Needs a Makeover. Meet t...
The Avalon Regal Theater in South Shore pays homage to two old venues that served as entertainment hubs for Black Chicagoans.
13 min
940
New Bears Stadium a Likely ‘Loser’ No Matter Wh...
Whether it's in Chicago or Arlington Heights, a new stadium doesn't mean a big payout for the city
13 min
941
Gun Violence in Schools, Scooters Return to Chi...
Block Club Chicago's Jamie Nesbitt Golden and WCIU's Brandon Pope return to talk the week's news.
17 min
942
Let's Take a Moment to Remember Timuel Black
The Chicago historian, activist, and icon died Wednesday at age 102.
11 min
943
WhatsApp is Essential for Many, Including in Ch...
We hear from locals who lost contact with their loved ones during the Facebook outage last week.
13 min
944
Why Mister Kelly's was Home to the Stars
A new documentary looks at the iconic jazz and comedy club.
13 min
945
Playoff Buzz, El Milagro Walkout, and 'No Goofi...
It’s Friday, and while the week has been mostly rain and clouds, there were some important stories we want to look back on.
17 min
946
What TV Gets Right and Wrong About Chi
Some shows are set in Chicago, but not the REAL Chicago, and others go for easy stereotypes. But, we talk about a couple that get it right.
16 min
947
Inside the Mike Madigan Machine
Michael J. Madigan served as Speaker of the Illinois House for nearly 40 years.
14 min
948
The Chicago of 1871 Was Built to Burn
It’s been 150 years, and many people still think Catherine O’Leary’s cow set the city ablaze.
13 min
949
Discount Mall is Heart of Little Village But It...
Ever since the Little Village Discount Mall property was sold last year, vendors and neighbors have been demanding answers about its future.
13 min
950
Obama Center Breaks Ground, City Budget Details...
We look at the week's news with Injustice Watch's Charles Preston and WTTW's Heather Cherone.
19 min