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The Library of Congress has a lot of responsibilities. It’s massive in both physical scale and in scale of services. So how did it start, and how did it evolve to be the largest library in the world? Research: Cole, John Y. “America’s Greatest Library: An Illustrated History of the Library of Congress.” Library of Congress, Washington, DC, in Association with D. Giles Limited, London. 2017. “Dr. Carla Hayden delivers opening statement at Library of Congress hearing.” Committee on House Administration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3LrEsNycZ4 “Library of Congress Classification.” Library of Congress. https://www.loc.gov/catdir/cpso/lcc.html “The Library of Congress Is Your Library.” Library of Congress. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63Ze_bpATac “National Digital Library Program.” Library of Congress. https://webarchive-beta.loc.gov/general/20150701231729/https://memory.loc.gov/ammem/dli2/html/lcndlp.html “Preservation Science.” Library of Congress. https://www.loc.gov/preservation/scientists/ Reid, Paula. “Senior Justice Department officials tapped by Trump to run Library of Congress are denied access.” CNN. May 12, 2025. https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/12/politics/library-of-congress-trump-justice-blanche “Sale of Books to the Library of Congress (1815).” Monticello.org. https://www.monticello.org/research-education/thomas-jefferson-encyclopedia/sale-books-library-congress-1815/ Tully-McManus, Katherine. “GOP leaders draw the line at Trump’s Library of Congress takeover.” Politico. May 14, 2025. https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/14/library-of-congress-trump-takeover-carla-hayden-00349275 Walsh, Dylan. “Carla D. Hayden wants to spread the wonders of the library into everyone’s lives.” University of Chicago News. June 8, 2023. https://news.uchicago.edu/story/carla-d-hayden-wants-spread-wonders-library-everyones-lives See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore moderated a panel at Center for Tax and Budget Accountability Symposium, exploring the topic of funding for higher education. This episode shares some of that discussion as advocates for Higher Education are hoping state lawmakers overhaul funding for Illinois' colleges and universities.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore moderated a panel of public defenders at the Northwestern University School of Law to discuss the challenges public defenders are facing in Illinois and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Ivan Capifali, the Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection, to discuss the tariffs by the Trump Administration, how it will affect local businesses & more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore moderated a conversation with 34th Ward Alderman William Conway during the Lincoln Forum Luncheon at the Union League Club in downtown Chicago and in this week's episode, we hear that conversation about a wide range of topics including some breaking news about Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago School Board.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Robin Koelsch, Sr. Director of Partnerships for Communities in Schools of Chicago, and a few students from the Do the Write Thing program to discuss the partnership, CISofC and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Cook County State's Attorney Eileen O'Neill Burke to discuss her first 100 days in office, crime around Chicago and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by Grace Pai, the executive director of Asian American Advancing Justice in Chicago, to discuss how the Trump administration's decisions on the country's official language & immigration will impact Asian American communities.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Melissa Mister & Tony Diaz of After School Matters to discuss the importance of after-school programs across the city, it's plans for the future ahead of their 35th anniversary and more. Melissa Mister is the Chief of Strategy & Staff with After School Matters & Tony Diaz is the Chief Program Officer with After School Matters.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by Ralph Matire, the executive director of the Center for Tax & Budget Accountability, to discuss the the latest news from Governor Pritzker, pensions, taxes & more.

With President Trump's cabinet filling out and executive orders being signed, WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore poses the question: is this a good time to be a Republican lawmaker on Capitol Hill? Dellimore invites 16th District Congressman Darin LaHood to discuss it.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore welcomes guests from the Chicago Pre-College Science & Engineering Program to discuss if now is the right time to grow these programs in the city of Chicago, why the city can be a hub for STEM students and more!

The presence of the U.S Immigration & Customs Enforcement in Chicago & around the country has caused a panic among people & businesses alike. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with American Business Immigration Coalition CEO Rebecca Shi & Illinois Restaurant Association CEO Sam Toia to discuss the impact on businesses locally and more.

What should have been a joyful time turned into an unimaginable tragedy for 19-year-old Marlen Ochoa Lopez. After seeking help with baby items on a Facebook page, she fell into the hands of strangers who posed as generous helpers but harbored sinister intentions. This is the heartbreaking story of Marlen Ochoa Lopez and her baby, Yovanny Jadiel Lopez.You can listen to our NEW episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all other streaming platforms.__Lo que debería haber sido un momento de alegría se convirtió en una tragedia inimaginable para Marlen Ochoa López, de 19 años. Tras buscar ayuda para conseguir artículos de bebé en una página de Facebook, cayó en manos de extraños que se hicieron pasar por personas generosas, pero que albergaban intenciones siniestras. Esta es el trágico caso de Marlen Ochoa López y su bebé, Yovanny Jadiel López.Puede escuchar nuestro NUEVO episodio en Spotify, Apple Podcasts y todas las demás plataformas de transmisión.—Link + Sources:Block Club Chicago: https://blockclubchicago.org/2019/05/17/family-of-pregnant-woman-slain-for-her-baby-wants-monsters-charged-in-her-death-held-without-bond/Block Club Chicago: https://blockclubchicago.org/2020/04/24/one-year-later-family-of-murdered-pregnant-teen-marlen-ochoa-lopez-still-waiting-for-justice/Block Club Chicago: https://blockclubchicago.org/2024/04/16/south-side-woman-gets-50-years-in-murder-of-marlen-ochoa-lopez/Block Club Chicago: https://blockclubchicago.org/2024/01/09/woman-pleads-guilty-to-murder-charge-in-the-brutal-killing-of-marlen-ochoa-lopez/Block Club Chicago: https://blockclubchicago.org/2019/05/16/pregnant-little-village-mom-was-picking-up-a-stroller-when-she-was-murdered-had-baby-stolen-from-her-womb/Block Club Chicago: https://blockclubchicago.org/2019/05/17/family-of-pregnant-woman-slain-for-her-baby-wants-monsters-charged-in-her-death-held-without-bond/CNN: https://www.cnn.com/2019/05/17/us/marlen-ochoa-lopez-friday-court/index.htmlFOX 5 Washington DC: https://www-fox5dc-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.fox5dc.com/amp/news/baby-of-slain-teen-marlen-ochoa-lopez-dies-after-weeks-on-life-support?amp_js_v=0.1&usqp=mq331AQCKAE%3D#origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&prerenderSize=1&visibilityState=prerender&paddingTop=32&p2r=0&horizontalScrolling=0&csi=1&aoh=15605262588427&viewerUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Famp%2Fs%2Fwww.fox5dc.com%2Famp%2Fnews%2Fbaby-of-slain-teen-marlen-ochoa-lopez-dies-after-weeks-on-life-support&history=1&storage=1&cid=1&cap=navigateTo%2Ccid%2CfullReplaceHistory%2Cfragment%2CreplaceUrl%2CswipeFOX 32 Chicago: https://youtu.be/hFcgb3t9Qkg?si=gMry9CKXNy_UCDFbTelemundo Chicago: https://youtu.be/yBypizAkE3A?si=gd-SSzueHZ11J8gPABC 7 Chicago https://abc7chicago.com/missing-woman-pregnant-marlen-ochoa-uriostegui-baby-found-chicago/5301093Chicago Suntimes: https://chicago.suntimes.com/2019/5/15/18626895/missing-woman-s-baby-on-life-support-4-questioned-by-copsFOX 32 Chicago: https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/unborn-baby-cut-from-womb-of-missing-19-year-old-chicago-womanChicago Tribune: https://www.chicagotribune.com/2019/05/16/body-of-missing-pregnant-teen-found-strangled-behind-southwest-side-home-baby-had-been-cut-from-womb-police-say/Chicago Tribune: https://www.chicagotribune.com/2019/06/26/marlen-ochoa-lopez-timeline-of-the-tragedy/CBS Chicago: https://youtu.be/5qnLIEnCEhM?si=b42bcdehPnGmEBoTCBS Chicago: https://youtu.be/LxFANd0opdg?si=4BFMi-kUYxWss5O8Chicago SunTime: https://youtu.be/Ol26vGXwjS4?si=tIMHlXwRyFRtzcYOTelemundo: https://youtu.be/W2ffEv0KLJM?si=6TJtmAKj0W4QcakHUnivision: ​​https://youtu.be/4z-T_E5os2c?si=jgOGv7tVEIy81z6xUnivision Noticia: https://youtu.be/k0y9k-XgDCQ?si=hvdjkQMEccUSO2u4Telemundo Chicago: https://youtu.be/WtVpuwj_uoI?si=iiqUin9graTsHC2CKCCI Des Moines: https://www.kcci.com/article/man-grieves-daughters-death-grandchild-being-cut-from-womb-in-heinous-crime/27547302Des Moines Register: https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/crime-and-courts/2019/05/21/marlen-ochoa-lopez-chicago-baby-cut-from-womb-des-moines-church-helps-aid-family/3760811002/Telemundo Chicago: https://youtu.be/inaSvVKqnAI?si=uQ52Y5mUb7xEPDZFABC 7 Chicago News: https://abc7chicago.com/newborn-northwest-side-found-trash-can-humboldt-par-park/5289628/FOX 32 Chicago News: https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/marlen-ochoa-lopez-murder-baby-cut-wombDailMail: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7038903/Woman-46-three-charged-killing-pregnant-Chicago-teen-womb-raider-plot.html?fbclid=IwAR1SCK0sZqeSZ9We9vgVNAC0baSHNQ_Gd7BcfDLpKfld1QcL54GjvlEM01IHEAVY: https://heavy.com/news/2019/05/clarisa-figueroa/Chicago Sun Time: https://chicago.suntimes.com/crime/2024/04/16/clarisa-figuero-pleads-guilty-strangling-marlen-ochoa-lopez-cutting-baby-womb Distributed by Genuina Media — Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SVSM_PodcastThreads: https://www.threads.net/@svsm_podcastTwitter/ X: https://www.twitter.com/SVSM_PodcastBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/svsmpodcast.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoViolentoSoMacabroPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@svsm_podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@svsm_podcast

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore shares part of a panel discussion, hosted by the Partnership for Safe & Peaceful Communities, featuring Cody Williams of the Community Violence Intervention Field & former Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah. While there may not be one solution to solving gun violence, the panel discuss some ways to help resolve it.

This week's guest is Alisa Kaplan, the Executive Director for "Reform for Illinois", a nonpartisan research and advocacy organization. Looking back on 2024, there are many historical and pivotal moments in politics, which is discussed with Alisa in this episode. Across major Chicago political events, and nationwide events, there is much to be reflected on.

Sun-Times City Hall reporter Fran Spielman is joined by colleagues and investigative reporters Tim Novak and Robert Herguth to discuss the tumultuous year in Chicago politics under Mayor Brandon Johnson. They delve into various controversies, including the failed referendum on homelessness, the resignation of the Board of Education, and the mismanagement within the mayor's office. The conversation also touches on Chicago Public Schools' challenges, the uncertain future of Chicago's professional sports teams, and the potential political shifts with upcoming elections. The episode concludes with speculations on the impact of Donald Trump's policies on Chicago and the city's future political landscape.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore takes a tour of the Greater Chicago Food Depository with its Chief Operating Officer Jill Rahman to discuss the facility, the rising hunger numbers and more!

This time of year is known as the "Season of Giving" and it is tradition for WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore to sit down with local charities to discuss the state of charitable organizations in Chicago. Joining this week's program are Sean Garrett, CEO of United Way of Metro Chicago, & Angela Hurlock, the CEO of Claretian Associates and Interim CEO of the Chicago Housing Authority.

With the election of Republican Donald Trump as the 47th President, a spotlight has be put on Illinois with its future with Democratic Governor J.B Pritzker. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by IL Senate Republican Leader John Curran to discuss Governor Pritzker's decisions, whether it is a good time to be a republican in IL with the budget problems & more.

America has elected Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States. What does that mean for the future of Illinois & the rest of the country? WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore discusses it with IL Congressman Mike Quigley (D).

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and his finance team to discuss the city's budget challenge, possible property tax increases, the Chicago school board election and much more.

In other news: Prosecution rests case in Delphi trial; Hate crime charges filed in last weekend's Far North Side shooting; Plus- Reviewing the new jobs report with a financial expert. Photo Credit: Mike Krauser

In other news: Archdiocesan priest reinstated following yearlong sexual abuse investigation; Sudden closure of Lakeview bookstore explained; Plus- Bears make final preparations for Sunday's battle against Cardinals. Photo Credit: Scott Olson/Getty Images

In other news: Archdiocesan priest reinstated following yearlong sexual abuse investigation; Sudden closure of Lakeview bookstore explained; Plus- Bears make final preparations for Sunday's battle against Cardinals. Photo Credit: Scott Olson/Getty Images

In other news: Prosecution rests case in Delphi trial; Hate crime charges filed in last weekend's Far North Side shooting; Plus- Reviewing the new jobs report with a financial expert. Photo Credit: Mike Krauser

In other news: Archdiocesan priest reinstated following yearlong sexual abuse investigation; Sudden closure of Lakeview bookstore explained; Plus- Bears make final preparations for Sunday's battle against Cardinals. Photo Credit: Scott Olson/Getty Images

In other news: Prosecution rests case in Delphi trial; Hate crime charges filed in last weekend's Far North Side shooting; Plus- Reviewing the new jobs report with a financial expert. Photo Credit: Mike Krauser

This week's At Issue tackles school board elections among the on-going tensions between Chicago Public Schools CEO, Pedro Martinez, and Mayor Brandon Johnson. Our guest this week is Becky Vevea, the Bureau Chief for Chalkbeat Chicago, a nonprofit news organization covering education.

Authorities in Skokie are searching for the driver involved in a hit and run that killed a man yesterday afternoon. WBBM's Carolina Garibay reports. Photo Credit: Getty Images

The Washington Commanders dramatic walk off win against the Bears is bringing back talk of an old trend involving football and politics. Photo Credit: Scott Taetsch/Getty Images

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Policing may not be enough to stop gun violence. To some, community violence intervention may be the answer, especially amongst young people. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore spotlights a webinar done by the University of Chicago Crime Lab to discuss why this practice works to prevent gun violence in Chicago.

In other news: A box containing human remains found on the Near West Side; Longtime candy plant closing in North Chicago; North Shore pool shut down over health concern. Photo Credit: Getty Images

In other news: A box containing human remains found on the Near West Side; Longtime candy plant closing in North Chicago; North Shore pool shut down over health concern. Photo Credit: Getty Images

In other news: A box containing human remains found on the Near West Side; Longtime candy plant closing in North Chicago; North Shore pool shut down over health concern. Photo Credit: Getty Images

With incumbent Kim Foxx not seeking reelection for the Cook County State's Attorney, WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down individually with the race's candidates: Republican candidate Bob Fioretti & Democratic candidate Eileen O'Neill.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs to discuss the National Association of State Treasurers conference that was held in Chicago, improving financial literacy & more!

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with two representatives from Wheaton College, who recently won prizes from the Center for Public Justice based on research on social policies that affect vulnerable children, families & communities.  

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by a panel of guests to discuss the 2024 National Fair Chance Hiring Conference that is being held in Chicago on October 7th & 8th. The discussion includes the conference's mission, the opportunities & the challenges.  Stephanie Dolan is the Corporate Coalition Director of Fair Chance Hiring, Professor Shawn Bushway is a part of the Department of Public Administration & Policy and Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy at the State University of New York in Albany, & Dr. Matt Primack is the President of Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville.

Data centers affect our daily lives with our various devices storing data in the "cloud". WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by 36th Ward Alderman Gil Villegas to discuss the alderman's work to get more data centers in Chicago. 

A group of approximately 32 armed individuals, identified by witnesses and social media reports as Venezuelan migrants, reportedly took control of an apartment building in Chicago late last night.Support the Show.

The Democratic National Convention has come & gone in Chicago and it has proven to be a success for the city. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore showcases many different voices & stories from the 2024 DNC. 

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore hosts some of Chicago's top political writers to discuss the future of national politics during this election year. During this week's At Issue, excerpts from WBBM's Election Central panel are showcased where the panelists discuss the Harris/Walz ticket, Trump/Vance & more.  Featured panelists: Laura Washington: a political analyst for Channel 7 in Chicago Political columnist Shia Kapos Chicago Tribune reporter Gregory Pratt Block Club Chicago's Quinn Meyers & Alex Nitkin, with the Better Government Association's Illinois Answers Project.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Christy George, the Executive Director of the 2024 Democratic National Convention Host Committee, to discuss what can be expected from the upcoming DNC in Chicago. 

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by the president & CEO of Brookfield Zoo, Dr. Michael Adkesson, to discuss the coming changes to the suburban zoo & more. 

Craig Dellimore and WBBM reporter Brandon Ison covered the Republic National Convention in Milwaukee all week. In this installment of At Issue, they speak with a diverse range of voices that were found at or near the convention including Republican delegates, Don Tracy, Kathy Salvi, and Christine Neumann-Ortiz. Don Tracy is the Chairman of the Illinois Republican Party. Kathy Salvi is from Mundelein, and will replace Don Tracy as the Chairman of the Illinois Republican Party. Christine Neumann-Ortiz is the Executive Director of Voces de la Frontera.

With new laws being proposed in regard to policing, some police officials believe they may be anti-police. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore talks with Tom Weitzel, William Joyce & Eugene Roy to discuss the new laws & their affect on policing.  Tom Weitzel is the former police chief of Riverside. William Joyce recently retired as the police chief of Chicago Heights. & Eugene Roy is a retired CPD Chief of Detectives and consultant specializing in Investigations, Public Safety and Officer Wellness.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore talks with Richard St. Paul & Erin Johnson to discuss new steps toward equity in the Illinois cannabis industry for Latino and Black communities.  Richard St. Paul is a Senior Advisor for The National Black Empowerment Action Fund (NBEAF). Erin Johnson is Illinois' Cannabis Regulation Oversight Officer.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Andrea Saenz & Darrick Hamiliton to discuss the "Color of Wealth" in Chicago, a study that discusses the examines the distribution wealth amongst race & ethnicity in the city.  Andrea Saenz is the President & CEO of the Chicago Community Trust. Darrick Hamilton is the Henry Cohen professor of economics & urban policy & the founding director of Institute on Race, Power and Political Economy in Chicago.