City Cast Chicago
Chicago’s daily news podcast, fresh every weekday morning. 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. City Cast Chicago is a smart and delightful new way to connect with the city we share. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at chicago.citycast.fm.
Named Best Podcast by Chicago Reader 2022
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Who Gets In and Who Gets Left Out of Selective ...
Breaking down the process of getting into one of Chicago Public Schools' highest-ranked high schools, many of which are listed with best in the country.
17 min
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Holiday Cheer, Red Stars Scandal, and Who’s Wat...
City Cast's Carrie Shepherd and Chicago Tribune's Stephanie Casanova look back on the big stories, and the news that needs more attention.
21 min
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So...How About That Transparency Promised in Wa...
Wednesday was the deadline for alderpersons to agree on a new ward map.
14 min
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Does Today's Sex Ed Serve All Young People?
On World AIDS Day, we talk with a clinical psychologist about what kids need when it comes to HIV education.
12 min
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David Plotz Asks His Burning Chicago Questions
The co-host of the Slate "Political Gabfest" (and our boss) gets answers to all he's wondered about Chicago
16 min
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Why Are Black Chicagoans Leaving?
Chicago's Black population is the lowest it's been since the 1950s.
15 min
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ICYMI: Dion's Chicago Dream
Listen back to our story about Dion Dawson, who's working to feed Englewood and the rest of Chicago.
17 min
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Mural Celebrating Women’s Suffrage Blocked for ...
The mural "Speak Up" was supposed to accompany "On the Wings of Change" in the South Loop.
12 min
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Help Your Neighbors, The Ward Remap is Coming, ...
We've got top news, under-hyped stories, and some good news to get you through.
18 min
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‘Passing’ Story Has Deep Chicago Roots
The new film on Netflix is based on the 1929 Nella Larsen novel. Larsen grew up near Kenwood on the South Side.
14 min
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Restaurant Workers Demand End of Subminimum Wage
Advocates say the practice of using tips to make up for lower hourly wages is driving workers away.
12 min
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Parents and Kids Are Ready for a Vaxxed Holiday
It's been a little more than two weeks since the Pfizer vaccine was approved for 5-11 year olds.
15 min
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It’s Not Just the Blackhawks. Hockey Has a Toxi...
A new book looks into the NHL's problems with hazing, racist taunts and gatekeeping
11 min
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Bonus Episode: Why LGBTQ Events Spaces Are Needed
9 min
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McDonald's CEO Under Fire, CPS' Last Minute Vax...
As we dread the city's possible first snow of the season, let's take a look at the week's news.
18 min
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Why Veterans Need More Than Veterans Day
When veterans struggle to transition to civilian life, it can severely impact their mental health.
10 min
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Here's What We Know A Week into the Rittenhouse...
Kyle Rittenhouse was 17 when he shot and killed two men and injured another last year during demonstrations following a police shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
14 min
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Why Does Chicago Suddenly Feel Like Vegas?
The city has five proposals for a new casino, and city council is considering an ordinance that would allow people to place sports bets at stadiums.
12 min
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What Time Is It? Daylight Saving time Explained
What if you didn't have to switch the clocks twice a year?
9 min
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Blackhawks’ Failure, Springfield Roundup, and G...
We look back at the week's news in Chicago (and Springfield)
20 min