Podcast appearances and mentions of Jefferson Park

According to legend, the ghost haunting Jefferson Park was killed around midnight, and now her wounded spirit is trapped there. Many people claim to see a dark shadow moving among the trees.

Michael Monks tackles the simmering tensions in Los Angeles as ICE is reportedly en route to the city amidst protests, graffiti at City Hall, and growing unrest among young people. He then sits down with Capri Maddox, Executive Director of Civil Rights of LA, to explore the practical implications of the LA Reparations Advisory Council's recommendations and discuss how reparations might be implemented in the city. The conversation takes a somber turn as Michael reports on a tragic gang-related shooting in Jefferson Park involving a 6-month-old baby boy, and he reflects on the ongoing crisis of pedestrian fatalities on SoCal freeways. 

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The historic Maxwell Street Market returned to its original location this year, and the final one of the season is October 27. As one of Chicago's oldest street markets, it paved the way for modern-day swap meets and flea markets. Producer Michelle Navarro grew up going with her family to the Swap-O-Rama in Back of the Yards, one of Chicago's most popular flea markets. She recently stopped by to get some tips on how to find the best stuff and other markets to check out in the Chicagoland area. Markets to check out Buyers Flea Market Randolph Street Market Wolff's Flea Market 5 Start Swap Mart 7 Mile Fair Good news: Fall Fest in Roseland and Jefferson Park, Harvest Festival in Pilsen Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Oct. 10 episode: Steppenwolf Theatre Lincoln Park Zoo Orthodontic Experts Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

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It's tbt in the community area of Jefferson Park! This episode originally aired July 18, 2022Send us a Text Message.Support the Show.Check out our new merch!! https://www.77flavorschi.com/shopAlso, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!!If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on the podcast, food or history, please email us at ⁠media@77flavorschi.com⁠ WATCH US ON YOUTUBE ⁠HERE⁠! Visit our website ⁠https://www.77flavorschi.com⁠ Follow us on IG: 77 Flavors of Chicago ⁠@77flavorschi⁠ Dario ⁠@i_be_snappin Sara @sarafaddah

July 2, 2024 - We're back after taking the week off last week to show Troy around Denver! Listen in as he gives his outsider perspective. Also, we've got some 4th of July tips for you to get the most out of your holiday this week!   As always, we're sharing our favorite upcoming cultural events, art openings, concerts, and all of the things that make Denver the city we're proud to call home.   Follow WDG: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8u8GmvBi6th6LOOMCuwJKw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whats_good_denver/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatsgooddenver   Do you have a Denver event, cause, opening, or recommendation that you want to share with us? We want to hear from you! Tell us what's good at tom@kitcaster.com.     The Goods:   Sunrise Hike and Silent Disco @ Mount Falcon Park   Beyond Laser Light Show, Meditation, & Day Pass @ The Church of Cannabis   Red Rocks Schedule   July 4th @ Jefferson Park    Cherry Creek Arts Festival @ Cherry Creek   The Revival: Flobots with Kayla Marque @ Levitt Pavilion       Our Sponsor:   Kitcaster Podcast Agency     Music produced by Troy Higgins

Rhythm & News Podcast interview with Linda Taylor, The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle's Vice President of Housing and Financial Empowerment, to discuss their organization's upcoming 1st Annual Hope, Healing & Well-Being Health & Wellness Fair at Jefferson Park Community Center on May 18th at 10am. Interview by Chris B. Bennett. 

Today, Thursday, May 2 on Urban Forum Northwest on 1150 AM KKNW scheduled guests for the hour are:*Robert Woodard (Woody), former president, Fir State Golf Club, Kathy Colombo, Beacon Hill Community Council represents the organizations that took the lead and worked for years to honor Bill Wright a graduate of Franklin High School and the first Black Golfer to win a USGA title by having the Seattle Parks Department to name the Jefferson Park Golf Course to the Bill Wright Golf Complex at Jefferson Park. Seattle Parks and Recreation Superintendent Christopher Williams will comment on the honor approved by the Seattle Parks Commission.*Delbert Richardson national award-winning museum comes to life on stage in the "Lion Tells His Tale "Featuring Delbert's American History Traveling Museum: The Unspoken Truths May 1-5 at the Broadway Performance Hall. The play was written by Vida Oliphant Sneed and Directed by Steve Sneed.*The New Beginnings Christian Fellowship (NBCF) Empowerment for "Getting Better Together" is sponsoring a six-week training series about how to get Healthier, Happier, Wealthier, and Wiser starting on Monday May 6 at 6:00 pm (PDT). Live @NBCF. Reverend Dr. Leslie D. Braxton, Pastor, NBCF, Dr. Traci Harrell, Reverend Dr. Linda M. Smith, Pastor, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Baptist Church will discuss the value of the six-week series.*Clarence Gunn, president, Democrats for Diversity and Inclusion (DDI) invites you to their Monday evening meeting where political issues and the upcoming elections are on the agenda. The Washington State Democratic Convention will be held June 21-23. Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on Facebook. Twitter X@Eddie_Rye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Thursday, May 2 on Urban Forum Northwest on 1150 AM KKNW scheduled guests for the hour are: *Robert Woodard (Woody), former president, Fir State Golf Club, Kathy Colombo, Beacon Hill Community Council represents the organizations that took the lead and worked for years to honor Bill Wright a graduate of Franklin High School and the first Black Golfer to win a USGA title by having the Seattle Parks Department to name the Jefferson Park Golf Course to the Bill Wright Golf Complex at Jefferson Park. Seattle Parks and Recreation Superintendent Christopher Williams will comment on the honor approved by the Seattle Parks Commission. *Delbert Richardson national award-winning museum comes to life on stage in the "Lion Tells His Tale "Featuring Delbert's American History Traveling Museum: The Unspoken Truths May 1-5 at the Broadway Performance Hall. The play was written by Vida Oliphant Sneed and Directed by Steve Sneed. *The New Beginnings Christian Fellowship (NBCF) Empowerment for "Getting Better Together" is sponsoring a six-week training series about how to get Healthier, Happier, Wealthier, and Wiser starting on Monday May 6 at 6:00 pm (PDT). Live @NBCF. Reverend Dr. Leslie D. Braxton, Pastor, NBCF, Dr. Traci Harrell, Reverend Dr. Linda M. Smith, Pastor, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Baptist Church will discuss the value of the six-week series. *Clarence Gunn, president, Democrats for Diversity and Inclusion (DDI) invites you to their Monday evening meeting where political issues and the upcoming elections are on the agenda. The Washington State Democratic Convention will be held June 21-23. Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on Facebook. Twitter X@Eddie_Rye.

Today, Thursday, May 2 on Urban Forum Northwest on 1150 AM KKNW scheduled guests for the hour are: *Robert Woodard (Woody), former president, Fir State Golf Club, Kathy Colombo, Beacon Hill Community Council represents the organizations that took the lead and worked for years to honor Bill Wright a graduate of Franklin High School and the first Black Golfer to win a USGA title by having the Seattle Parks Department to name the Jefferson Park Golf Course to the Bill Wright Golf Complex at Jefferson Park. Seattle Parks and Recreation Superintendent Christopher Williams will comment on the honor approved by the Seattle Parks Commission. *Delbert Richardson national award-winning museum comes to life on stage in the "Lion Tells His Tale "Featuring Delbert's American History Traveling Museum: The Unspoken Truths May 1-5 at the Broadway Performance Hall. The play was written by Vida Oliphant Sneed and Directed by Steve Sneed. *The New Beginnings Christian Fellowship (NBCF) Empowerment for "Getting Better Together" is sponsoring a six-week training series about how to get Healthier, Happier, Wealthier, and Wiser starting on Monday May 6 at 6:00 pm (PDT). Live @NBCF. Reverend Dr. Leslie D. Braxton, Pastor, NBCF, Dr. Traci Harrell, Reverend Dr. Linda M. Smith, Pastor, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Baptist Church will discuss the value of the six-week series. *Clarence Gunn, president, Democrats for Diversity and Inclusion (DDI) invites you to their Monday evening meeting where political issues and the upcoming elections are on the agenda. The Washington State Democratic Convention will be held June 21-23. Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on Facebook. Twitter X@Eddie_Rye.

Some of today's top storiesIt's the final countdown to opening statements in former president donald trump's historic hush money trial in a downtown manhattan courtroom.    Just an hour from now... the historic criminal case will begin against the former president.    With the jury - now seated...    The defense - preparing to counter each claim...    And the defendant himself - turning the courtroom into a campaign stop.    NBC's Yasmin Vosoughian (Vo-suh-hian) starts us off.a man is dead following a motorcycle crash yesterday evening near Jefferson Park. It happened at the intersection of River Boulevard and Bernard Street.    We're still waiting to hear more about what led up to the crash but CHP says a man was killed.    His identity has not been revealed.A high speed pursuit yesterday morning ended in a crash and 4 people detained. The crash is located in the parking lot of the Salon on Bernard Street and Sacramento Street.    4 people were placed in handcuffs.    Deputies were on scene taking booking photos ot the suspects.    The Kern County Sheriff's Office has not released any details about the cause of the police pursuit or the suspects.A man was arrested in East Bakersfield Saturday morning for first degree murder. Deputies say 36-year-old Paul Magallanes was arrested on Pearl Street near Robinson Street.    We are still working to see who he allegedly killed.    Magallanes was booked into the Lerdo Jail and denied bail.    He is due in court tomorrow. And a man shot and killed near Panorama Park Friday night has still has not been identified.    Officers say they found the man in the parking lot  suffering from multiple gunshot wounds around 11 p.m.    He later died.    No word yet on any suspects.    Anyone with information is urged to call police at the number on your screen.

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: Oz Park's Giant Underground Rat Colony Getting Evicted For New Playground: The playground needed upgrades due to rotting wood and “one of the largest rat beds in the city of Chicago,” […]

Also in the news: West Dundee has moved closer to $7 million acquisition of Spring Hill Mall; Older appliances perform better than newer ones, expert says; Kenosha County collecting money for new police dog and more.

Also in the news: West Dundee has moved closer to $7 million acquisition of Spring Hill Mall; Older appliances perform better than newer ones, expert says; Kenosha County collecting money for new police dog and more.

Also in the news: West Dundee has moved closer to $7 million acquisition of Spring Hill Mall; Older appliances perform better than newer ones, expert says; Kenosha County collecting money for new police dog and more.

At the height of the racial justice protests of 2020, Denverites — like the rest of the country — reckoned with our past. Statues depicting bigots and racists were torn down, and quietly the City of Denver assembled a commission to examine, research, and reassess the names of our parks — green spaces like Jefferson Park, La Alma-Lincoln Park, but also some lesser known park names with potentially troubled pasts. Today host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi talk through the six park names the commission put up for debate and discuss why they think we should — or shouldn't — be giving some of these park names the boot. What do you think about renaming these six parks? We would love to hear from you, too. Got a strong defense of Lincoln? Or maybe there's a park name you'd really like to see go? Leave us a voicemail or a text at 720-500-5418, and you might hear it on the show soon! Paul mentioned past guest Chase Woodruff's newsletter exploring the literature of the West — “Lit Out West.” For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: “Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer & Shahzad Ismaily: Love in Exile” at the Newman Center (Sept. 30) BadBoyBoards Lighthouse Writers Workshop Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Tom Heath as he dives into a heartwarming conversation with Micheal Haley, a resident of Jefferson Park. Micheal and his wife Aaron tied the knot earlier this year and celebrated their union in an unconventional yet incredibly symbolic way—a vibrant mural by the renowned local artist, Ignacio Garcia. In this episode, Micheal unwraps the story of his and Aaron's love journey, from their chance online meeting to their shared passion for the environment and the intricate beauty of their backyard oasis. Discover the inspiration behind their unique mural choice, one that reflects not only their union but also their deep appreciation for nature and the local Tucson community. Listen as Micheal recalls the challenges of 2020, the bloom of 2021, and the enchanting creatures that visited their garden—now immortalized in art. From heartfelt insights about relationships during the pandemic to the magnetic allure of Tucson's street art culture, this is a tale that intertwines love, art, and nature. Tune in, and be inspired by this tale of love that blossomed amidst the challenges, now forever captured on a mural for all to see. Life Along The Streetcar Podcast: Where local stories come alive.

Mark is flying solo as co-host this week as he interviews a very special guest; flipper, investor, and fellow SUCI podcast co-host Tom Shallcross! Mark takes a different spin to start the show by asking Tom about his childhood and upbringing in Portage Park! Tom talks about the differences between Jefferson and Portage Park. Tom breaks down Portage Park at a street-level including the lesser and more desirable pockets, rents and property values, and schools in the neighborhood! To close the show, Tom shares powerful words on committing to succeeding in real estate and encourages listeners to leverage all the SUCI resources that he and Mark have put out! If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guests: Tom Shallcross, Straight Up Chicago Investor Link: The Road Less Stupid (Book Recommendation) Link: The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry (Book Recommendation) Link:  Chicago's ADU Ordinance - What Investors Need to Know ----------------- Guest Questions 01:00 Housing Provider Tip: Ensure you're adding sewer backup to your insurance policy. 02:51 Intro to our guest, Tom Shallcross! 04:02 What was young Tom like? 10:58 Portage Park vs Jefferson Park. 12:01 Breaking down Portage Park! 21:04 The original Six Corners! 28:14 Schools in Portage Park. 29:40 Tom's investment strategy. 35:32 Price points in Portage Park. 37:42 Opportunities for Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs)! 41:53 Rent Values in Portage Park. 49:29 What is Tom's competitive advantage? 50:07 One piece of advice for new investors. 50:16 What do you do for fun? 51:40 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend? 53:01 Local Network Recommendation? 53:51 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2023.

(Airdate 7/21/23) With all the labor organizing happening this summer, we're fortunate to be able to pick the brains of elected officials with a track record of organizing and building power for the Black community. Are the politicians we elected with us, the workers, or…? Where do they stand on the biggest issues of the day? Senator Smallwood-Cuevas was elected in 2022 representing the communities of Ladera Heights, View Park, Arlington Heights, Arlington Park, Baldwin Hills, Carthay, Century City, Cheviot Hills, Crenshaw, Del Rey, Downtown, Hyde Park, Jefferson Park, Leimert Park, Mar Vista, Mid City, South Los Angeles, University Park, West Adams, and West LA. Lola is an educator, labor organizer, and community. Raised by a single mother who worked as a home care worker, CNA and then registered nurse, Senator Smallwood-Cuevas has life experience of being from a working family who moved to California in search of better education, good union jobs, and a pathway to self-sufficiency. https://sd28.senate.ca.gov/

Jason Wagner is the Managing Broker of Greystone Realty; a brokerage where every agent is also an investor. If you don't already know, Jason is a huge proponent of 75 Hard, and he explains the program and the amazing impact it's had on his life! He breaks down how he started and continues to invest in Portage Park and Jefferson Park. Jason dives deep into the housing supply shortage, recent trends in inventory, and projects what could be on the horizon. Jason closes by discussing Greystone Realty and the Wagner Report and how they are adding huge value to Chicago Real Estate Investors! If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Jason Wagner, Greystone Realty Link: Jason's Instagram Link: Traction (Book Recommendation) Link: SUCI Ep 43 - RJ and Nicky De Leon Link: SUCI Ep 82 - Property People Sponsors: Pentwater Cabinetry and Essex Realty Group ----------------- Guest Questions 03:52 Housing Provider Tip: End leases at noon, instead of midnight, to allow time for turnover! 05:11 Intro to our guest, Jason Wagner! 06:33 Jason explains 75 Hard! 11:05 Jason breaks down investing in Portage and Jefferson Park! 20:00 Discussing months of supply and the supply shortage over the last few years. 31:12 What drew Jason to Belmont Cragin? 36:18 Valuation of 2-4 units vs 5+ units. 40:24 Concept of an investment-minded brokerage! 45:14 How did Jason develop the Wagner Report? 47:00 What is Jason's competitive advantage? 47:22 One piece of advice for new investors. 48:34 What do you do for fun? 49:49 Good book, podcast, or self-development activity that you would recommend? 50:46 Local Network Recommendation? 52:25 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2023.

(Airdate 5/24/23) Located in Jefferson Park, Dowhatchalik is a full-service catering company that specializes in Creole and Soul Food cuisine. They offer delivery, lunch, dinner and meal plans. No event is too big or small, call or text today at (323) 428-8177 for more information. IG: @Dowhatchalikfoodservices

What's up, good people! This week we are back in Jefferson Park to talk more in depth about the community area that gave Chicago 18 community areas. We sit with Maggie and Susanna, who are residents and active in their community. Then we head over to Cafe Marbella for some amazing tapas!! Tune in and learn with us! Help Dion Feed the Dream! He just launched a nationwide fundraising campaign to raise $1 million to feed 1000 MORE households around Chicago! You can donate here by joining Team 77 Flavors of Chicago, start your own team, or contribute as an individual. Go to FeedTheDreamFund.com or FundFeedTheDream.com to donate! If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on the podcast, food or history, please email us at media@77flavorschi.com  WATCH US ON YOUTUBE HERE! Visit our website https://www.77flavorschi.com Shop our gear from Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/shop/77flavorschi Follow us on IG: 77 Flavors of Chicago @77flavorschi Dario @super_dario_bro Sara @TamarHindi.s --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/77-flavors-of-chicago/support

(Airdate 4/15/23) Senator Smallwood-Cuevas was elected in 2022 representing the communities of Ladera Heights, View Park, Arlington Heights, Arlington Park, Baldwin Hills, Carthay, Century City, Cheviot Hills, Crenshaw, Del Rey, Downtown, Hyde Park, Jefferson Park, Leimert Park, Mar Vista, Mid City, South Los Angeles, University Park, West Adams, and West LA. Lola is an educator, labor organizer, and community activist. www.sd28.senate.ca.gov

#88: Since 2019, several Black women have founded literary spaces in Los Angeles that hold more than just books; they offer places where people can gather and find community. There's Salt Eaters in Inglewood, Reparations Club near West Adams, the Radical Hood Library — home to the No Name Book Club — near Jefferson Park. Last month Octavia's Bookshelf opened in Pasadena, named for beloved science fiction author Octavia Butler. There's also Our Watts Bookshop, which is currently online with plans for a physical store in Watts later this year. How to LA newsletter writer Aaricka Washington talked to the women behind these spaces and joined HTLA Brian De Los Santos to share what she learned.  Guest: Aaricka Washington, HTLA newsletter associate editor

Humboldt Park is the center of Chicago's Puerto Rican community. But that pride extends to other neighborhoods, like Hermosa, a little northwest of Humboldt. Last month, City Cast Chicago lead producer Carrie Shepherd took a tour of both neighborhoods with Joshua Smyser-DeLeon, host of Paseo Podcast, which highlights stories by, from, and about the Puerto Rican community. Hermosa: Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center Rica Arepa Salty Sweet Chicago Hermosa Park Walt Disney's Home  The Bungalow Belt  Humboldt Park: Borinquen Esmeralda's Tiki Bar Nellie's  Paseo Boricua Mural Tour We have more tours of the West Side and Northwest Side, including North Lawndale & Garfield Park, Jefferson Park & Portage Park, and Avondale! Follow us on Twitter: @CityCastChicago Sign up for our newsletter: chicago.citycast.fm Call or Text Us: (773) 780-0246 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1955, the quiet community of Jefferson Park in Chicago was known as a peaceful suburb. But its innocence was stripped away when three local boys went to a movie and never came home. Days later, their bodies were found. The case went cold for years before a seemingly unrelated crime provided the key to solving the mystery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us this week for a case out of West Virginia.  A young couple is murdered in cold blood in Jefferson Park.  The case remains unsolved but hopefully DNA can bring closure and justice for these families.  Source: https://medium.com/@jennbaxter_69070/the-brutal-murder-of-heidi-childs-and-david-metzler-abd1f0ef00d6Support the show

Also in the news: Man alleges son with autism filed lawsuit due to long-term bullying; A 17-year-old boy was struck by a car while he rode his bicycle in Jefferson Park; Students are back in school after water main breaks in Dixmoor and more.

Also in the news: Man alleges son with autism filed lawsuit due to long-term bullying; A 17-year-old boy was struck by a car while he rode his bicycle in Jefferson Park; Students are back in school after water main breaks in Dixmoor and more.

Also in the news: Man alleges son with autism filed lawsuit due to long-term bullying; A 17-year-old boy was struck by a car while he rode his bicycle in Jefferson Park; Students are back in school after water main breaks in Dixmoor and more.

In this shorter episode, Zach talks about the reopening of Jefferson Park, perhaps the most beautiful alpine destination in Oregon, and how to get there in the wildfire-burned landscape. Then he gets into the "extra-effort permit loophole" that should help you reach beautiful places in Jefferson, Sisters and Washington wilderness areas. Finally, they travel to Waldo Lake to talk about whether it makes sense to visit Oregon's famously clear lake with a large wildfire burning nearby.

Top Stories: - A new case of monkeypox was confirmed in Kern County. - Kern Public Health opened up new spots for the monkeypox vaccination event. - Court documents show new information regarding the death of a woman who was sleeping at Jefferson Park.

AYYYYE! In this episode we talk about Jefferson Park and we are joined by our dog Campbell! We have worked our way to this all-important community area. Can't wait for you to learn about this one. Also, we stopped by Andy's Deli, a Polish grocery store that's been serving the community for a long time! Tune into another fun one! Visit our website and check out our new interactive map to visit all the restaurants and cool sites we've featured on the podcast! BPositiveProd.com/77FlavorsChi WATCH US ON YOUTUBE HERE! Follow us on IG: 77 Flavors of Chicago @77flavorschi Dario @super_dario_bro Sara @TamarHindi.s --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/77-flavors-of-chicago/support

Other top stories: Chicago police are investigating a pair of separate overnight shootings that took place within minutes of each other, first-degree murder charges are now filed in connection with a shooting inside of a Rosemont mall last week, Chicago police have asked for the public's help to track down a man investigators say tried to kidnap four girls last evening in the Jefferson Park neighborhood and more. 

Other top stories: Chicago police are investigating a pair of separate overnight shootings that took place within minutes of each other, first-degree murder charges are now filed in connection with a shooting inside of a Rosemont mall last week, Chicago police have asked for the public's help to track down a man investigators say tried to kidnap four girls last evening in the Jefferson Park neighborhood and more. 

Other top stories: Chicago police are investigating a pair of separate overnight shootings that took place within minutes of each other, first-degree murder charges are now filed in connection with a shooting inside of a Rosemont mall last week, Chicago police have asked for the public's help to track down a man investigators say tried to kidnap four girls last evening in the Jefferson Park neighborhood and more. 

In this (late) minisode, we have two local stories about aliens and ghosts. First, Chris shares a surprising - and not all that well known - alleged incident that happened at Dreamy Draw Recreational Park in 1947. Despite the cover-up, the area is supposedly the cause of a mysterious hum. Then, Cody talks about Jefferson Park in Mesa, where a violent incident occurred that may have resulted in a scared ghost girl. If you listened to our last episode, we gave some pretty obvious clues…can you guess next week's topic?Links-Dreamy Draw:https://www.openminds.tv/is-there-a-ufo-under-dreamy-draw-dam/7720http://www.weirdus.com/states/arizona/unexplained_phenomena/dreamy_draw_dam/index.phphttps://thephoenixenigma.com/dreamy-draw/Jefferson Park:https://phoenixghosts.com/the-most-haunted-spots-in-phoenix/https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/arizona/haunted-jefferson-park-mesa-az/https://www.azhauntedhouses.com/real-haunt/jefferson-park.html

Host Kristin Fares is joined by Sarah Taylor, wife of Zac Taylor, the head coach for the Super Bowl-bound Cincinnati Bengals. In the midst of NFL post-season, Sarah talks about training for the OKC Memorial Marathon. You'll also hear from Christie Thomas and Carlee Daub of WAHOO! Running. Justice Noma Gurich discusses Jefferson Park. And Race Director Kari Watkins talks to Marathon Medical Directors Drs. Tom Coniglione and Brian Coleman.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OKCMarathonTwitter: https://twitter.com/okcmarathonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/okcmarathonThe Run to Remember Memorial Marathon podcast is sponsored and produced by Knox Studios, a creative studio and production partner for the modern media age.

After sharing about our upcoming church plant in Sunday's service, Pastors Dustin, Danny, and Demetrius sit down with Pastor Scott to share their stories, their hearts for Jefferson Park, and their prayers for Shalom Bible Church.

Fox's Pizza, Guinness, the Cork and Kerry Irish Pub and Flood Brothers Disposal present the Hibernian Radio Hour as we continue on our First Responders Tour at The Cork and Kerry Pub on Western Avenue and this week we welcome celebrated Playwright and filmmaker, James Lynch to the show. James grew up in Jefferson Park […]

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Episode 4 of the Book Are Pop Culture Podcast. The fellas discuss Kyrie Irving, Squid Game, Horror Movies, the articles below and more! Like, Follow, Share, Subscribe, leave a review, etc. to/for Books Are Pop Culture wherever you are listening. Books Are Pop Culture - @booksarepopculture on Instagram. Akili Nzuri - @ablackmanreading on Instagram. Reggie Bailey - @reggiereads on Instagram. Shop at https://bookshop.org/shop/booksarepopculture to purchase the forthcoming #ReadWithBAPC Picks which we will be discussing on Instagram Live during the following dates: Oreo by Fran Ross on October 24th, 2021 Miss Muriel and Other Stories by Ann Petry on November 21st, 2021 The Love Songs of W. E. B. Du Bois by Honorée Fanonne Jeffers on January 30th, 2021 Links to Articles: David Bradley Interviewed by Allen Mendenhall—From 2013 about the ebook release of his 1981 novel, The Chaneysville Incident, which is re-releasing November 2nd, 2021, via Harper Perennial, with a new preface from the author. https://southernlitreview.com/authors/allen-mendenhall-interviews-david-bradley.htm Ann Petry - Harlem (1949). https://loa-shared.s3.amazonaws.com/static/pdf/Petry-Harlem.pdf Noname Opens the Radical Hood Library in the Jefferson Park neighborhood of Los Angeles. https://lithub.com/rapper-noname-just-opened-an-la-library-dedicated-to-the-black-experience/ Uzo Aduba to Host Netflix Book Club Series - “But Have You Read the Book?” https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/uzo-aduba-netflix-book-club-starbucks-1235030456/ Tananarive Due's debut novel, The Between—recently rereleased by Harper—chosen by Belletrist as their book club pick for October. https://ew.com/books/emma-roberts-belletrist-book-club-tananarive-due-the-between/ Chibundu Onuzu's Sankofa chosen as the Reese Book Club pick for October https://www.kirkusreviews.com/news-and-features/articles/sankofa-is-reeses-book-club-pick-for-october/ Sterling K. Brown to Star in Washington Black TV Series Adaptation Which Will Air on Hulu. https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/sterling-k-brown-washington-black-series-hulu-1235024892/ Abdulrazak Gurnah, a Tanzanian Novelist, wins the Nobel Prize in Literature. https://lithub.com/tanzanian-novelist-abdulrazak-gurnah-has-won-the-nobel-prize-in-literature/ https://www.newyorker.com/books/page-turner/the-impact-of-abdulrazak-gurnahs-nobel-prize

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Today Crystal in joined by Tiffani McCoy, Advocacy Director at Real Change, to discuss Charter Amendment 29, commonly known as Compassion Seattle. This amendment will appear on your November ballot, and would codify encampment sweeps into our city charter. Tiffani and Crystal discuss the misleading way this amendment is being messaged, what the actual cost of the amendment would be, and why its backers should make us wonder if it's really intended to solve the homelessness crisis, or just remove houseless people from our sight. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available below and at officialhacksandwonks.com. Find the host, Crystal on Twitter at @finchfrii, and find Tiffani at @TiffaniMcCoy1. You can also find updates on the work of the House Our Neighbors Coalition at houseourneighbors.org, or follow them on Twitter at @houseRneighbors.   Resources ”Compassion Seattle Amendment Faces Scrutiny from Democratic Group and Homeless Advocates” by Chetanya Robinson from the South Seattle Emerald: https://southseattleemerald.com/2021/06/24/compassion-seattle-amendment-faces-scrutiny-from-democratic-group-and-homeless-advocates/ “Seattle chamber appeals dismissal of lawsuit against city's ‘JumpStart' payroll tax” by Daniel Beekman from The Seattle Times: https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/seattle-chamber-appeals-dismissal-of-lawsuit-against-citys-jumpstart-payroll-tax/ “Sweeps Continue in Seattle: Perspectives from the Street” by Luke Brennan from the South Seattle Emerald: https://southseattleemerald.com/2021/06/14/sweeps-continue-in-seattle-perspectives-from-the-street/ “Interim Guidance for Homeless Service Providers” from the CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/homeless-shelters/plan-prepare-respond.html “'Every Community Should be Using FEMA Dollars' for Hotel-Based Shelter. So Why Isn't Seattle?” by Erica C. Barnett from Publicola: https://publicola.com/2021/03/18/every-community-should-be-using-fema-dollars-for-hotel-based-shelter-so-why-isnt-seattle/ “The Cost of ‘Compassion'” by Kevin Schofield from the South Seattle Emerald: https://southseattleemerald.com/2021/07/17/weekend-long-reads-the-cost-of-compassion/#:~:text=Compassion%20Seattle%20Cost%20Analysis&text=Here%20is%20their%20report.,annually%20in%20ongoing%20operational%20costs. “The C Is for Crank: Correcting the Record on Compassion Seattle” by Erica C. Barnett from Publicola: https://publicola.com/2021/07/13/the-c-is-for-crank-correcting-the-record-on-compassion-seattle/ “How many homeless people in Seattle are from here?” by Scott Greenstone from The Seattle Times: https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/homeless/do-homeless-people-come-to-seattle-for-help/ “Regional Homelessness Director Marc Dones: ‘The Driver of Homelessness Is Economic.” by Erica C. Barnett from Publicola: https://publicola.com/2021/07/26/regional-homelessness-director-marc-dones-the-driver-of-homelessness-is-economic/ “Myths and Facts of Homelessness in Washington State” from the Washington Low Income Housing Alliance: https://www.wliha.org/sites/default/files/myths.pdf   Transcript Crystal Fincher: [00:00:00] Welcome to Hacks & Wonks. I'm your host, Crystal Fincher. On this show, we talk to political hacks and policy wonks to gather insight into local politics and policy through the lens of those doing the work and provide behind-the-scenes perspectives on politics in our state. Full transcripts and resources referenced in the show are always available at officialhacksandwonks.com and in our episode notes. Today, I'm thrilled to be joined by Tiffani McCoy who's the Advocacy Director at Real Change, and I wanted to have Tiffani on to talk about Charter Amendment 29, the Compassion Seattle - so-called Compassion Seattle - Charter Amendment to address homelessness in Seattle. Thank you so much for joining us, Tiffani. Tiffani McCoy: [00:01:13] Crystal, thank you so much for having me to talk about this important issue. Crystal Fincher: [00:01:17] Absolutely, I appreciate it. So I guess, just to start, what is Charter Amendment 29? Tiffani McCoy: [00:01:26] Yeah, Charter Amendment 29 is being peddled as a solution to the homelessness crisis in Seattle - that's verbatim what people heard on the street when approached by a paid signature gatherer. But Charter Amendment 29 includes no new solutions, no new funding, and would codify the forced removal of our unhoused neighbors into the City Charter, which is basically the same as our City's constitution. Crystal Fincher: [00:01:56] Okay, and so they're saying, "Hey, this will solve homelessness and we're going to do it in a compassionate way. After all, our name is Compassion Seattle. It dedicates resources for services that are badly needed. It guarantees that there's going to be housing built. And it makes sure that we can do something to actually take care of people and get them off the street." Is that accurate to you? Tiffani McCoy: [00:02:24] Yeah. So if the backers of Charter Amendment 29 - which are real estate developers, millionaires, and corporations - if they were true about solving this crisis, they would compassionately put their money where their mouth is. And they would stop recycling the false claim that we simply just need to spend our dollars better to solve homelessness. And they would also stop trying to characterize sweeps - the forced removal, the displacement of unhoused neighbors - as compassionate. And the question really is - should real estate developers dictate who lives in Seattle? Should millionaires dictate who lives in Seattle? Because according to this Charter Amendment, these folks who are bankrolling this are saying that they get to dictate who lives in Seattle. Crystal Fincher: [00:03:15] Well, and it certainly has been reported on - that it is primarily funded by downtown Seattle business interests, who frequently talk about taking a more hard line or more criminalized approach to addressing homelessness. And I guess starting at the point of, "Okay, what does it actually do?" They're saying, "Hey, we're dedicating resources to addressing homelessness that have not been there before." I think the number is 12% of housing dollars going towards being mandated to be spent on this. Is that tangibly better than where we're at? Is that a significant improvement? Tiffani McCoy: [00:03:55] Yeah, what you're saying is really important to kind of suss out, and I really think that this tweet by Erica C. Barnett captures it just really specifically. This Charter Amendment doesn't fund anything. It merely says that the City must shift existing resources to create 2,000 new shelter beds so that parks can be clear for housed people to use. That's the essence of this Charter Amendment. It doesn't fund anything. Right now, the City of Seattle spends roughly $11 million a year already on housing and homelessness. This Charter Amendment requires 12%, so $18 million more to allegedly "fund," and I say "fund" in quotes - wraparound services, mental health treatment, diversion programs, parks cleanup, sweeps of folks, and also to build 2,000 shelter or permanent housing units. That's fanciful thinking. That's why this is an empty promise. There's absolutely no way that this will fund all of those mechanisms. And actually, recently, a lot of City Council members actually asked the Seattle central staff - it's the City Council's research body - "What would this actually cost us if it were enacted?" And those figures are daunting, and I think that all listeners should go and look for that report - because it looks like to enact Charter Amendment 29, it would cost between $20 to $180 million a year to do. And the lower end of $20 million is assuming that the funding of diversion programs, the funding of mental health services, the funding of wraparound services, is already happening in the City. So those boxes are already checked and that's how you get that low end number. So, no, this doesn't fund anything. This would fund shelter beds over permanent housing, which we know under a housing first model, is the preferable range. That's the true way to get folks off the street - getting them into housing. So, no, this isn't something. This is nothing. And it is being pushed by these big business interests that just very clearly want to influence City Council and mayoral races through buying a law and putting it on the ballot at the same time. Crystal Fincher: [00:06:23] Well, I mean, there definitely have been people who have speculated that the reason why Charter Amendment 29 is on the ballot is to help the more conservative candidates, or candidate for mayor, as it will turn out, in the general election. So, the motivations have been called into question, especially since a number of the donors previously simply advocated for more sweeps before, but then came back with the language of compassion wrapped around this. And some of the issue that you brought up about the funding - really leading with saying, "Hey, this is going to provide so much funding. We are dedicating so much to this," without mentioning that, "Hey, almost all of that money is already allocated on being spent - that is already in effect - and the new funding, any new funding that is provided for it, doesn't necessarily mean that it will provide 2,000 new units." We don't know exactly - there's no mandate on what those units have to be. There's no mandate on what the service has to be. And we're in the midst of a situation where money has been allocated, for actually years, in the City of Seattle to build more housing - and delays and bureaucracy in the mayor's office have prevented that from coming to fruition. So I know one of my initial concerns looking at it was, "Okay, so you say that you've allocated money for doing it, but we are currently in a situation where the money can be sitting there for years with nothing happening." Meanwhile, we would have codified in our City Charter, which is basically the city's constitution, that you can now sweep these people off of the streets - which is important because these sweeps have been ruled in several courts to be unconstitutional because there is no place else for them to go. So if the City doesn't provide some option for people to go, it can't outlaw people's existence in public and say, "No matter how you exist, if you can't afford a house, its going to be criminal." As you look at this, what are, I guess, the biggest barriers that we need to address overall to get this fixed and does the Charter Amendment make any attempt to address those or not? Tiffani McCoy: [00:08:51] Yeah. So you brought up a lot in there, a lot of really important points. And I want to really kind of hone in on the funding aspect and how you've aptly described kind of the blocking of progress by the backers of Charter Amendment 29. I mean, these are the same folks that have stepped in full-on to stop any progressive revenue measure to actually fund the crisis. The Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Seattle Association have a lot of overlap, but actually we're litigating against the JumpStart progressive revenue source - that about $150 million a year would go towards building deeply affordable permanent housing, which we know we desperately need. And they litigated against that to try to not have that go into effect. The judge ruled against their efforts to block that funding, but they've appealed and they are still trying to fight to make sure funding for housing doesn't happen. So that also calls into question their flowery, slick PR, "We want to get everyone inside." If you truly did, you wouldn't be blocking a progressive revenue measure. You would be helping to support that. I also think that getting into this - is this something? Sure, I'll admit that 2,000 more shelter beds would be helpful, but I'm also going to tell you, based on vendors that we've talked to at Real Change, mutual aid folks that go out and do outreach - shelter bed, mat on the floor, congregate shelter is not at all wanted. It's not desired. It is not taken. Even though we've moved in positive ways during the pandemic away from congregate shelter, there's nothing in this that guarantees that that won't happen - that these won't be mat on the floor, in at 8:00p, kicked out by 6:00a, not being able to bring a pet, not being able to bring your belongings and your partner, et cetera, et cetera. So this is a false solution. And not only that, it does absolutely nothing for 50% of our unhoused neighbors currently living outside, and it does nothing to deter the inflow of homelessness. It has nothing about eviction protection or just deeply affordable housing. Generally, it's an empty promise to end homelessness and it grossly sensationalizes our most vulnerable residents for political gain. Crystal Fincher: [00:11:21] Well, and I think you raised some important points - one, looking at really criminalizing the most vulnerable residents - putting them at risk of being swept - and really it's important to think about - when you are unhoused and you are really carrying all of your belongings with you, being swept means someone coming and just taking all of your things, and oftentimes, despite assurances that have happened in the past saying, "Well, we try and spare people's belongings," frequently they do not. So someone who is just trying to cobble together anything that they can, maintain their few possessions, have some kind of sense of continuity and history - we look at all of the things that we keep around our houses and imagine you just trying to keep a few things and someone just deciding one day that they're going to come and remove it all, when you have nowhere else to go and don't have ample time or opportunity to move or to relocate. And as you said, this also doesn't mandate any kind of productive housing. We were actually able to get a lot of data throughout this pandemic as congregate shelter - people just kind of in one room on cots or mats all together - became a public health risk because of the pandemic. And so there was a shift to housing people in hotel rooms. And the difference between being among a bunch of other people who you don't know - concerns about your safety potentially, your belongings, whether or not they're going to be stolen, it not being a place where you can just be, like in your house all day long, you have to clear all your stuff and leave and then come back oftentimes. The difference between the stress and anxiety that causes, and then being able to have a room to yourself, a door that locks, a place where only you have access to your belongings - just that measure of peace and ability to exhale, just removing that really mental health barrier of the burden of not having any privacy, set people up for so much more success and there are much better outcomes. So being that this doesn't even mandate that, "Hey, we're going to make sure that we provide the type of shelter and housing and individual rooms that increases the likelihood for success," seems like that's a big glaring oversight to me. And one of the criticisms is that, "Hey, this was crafted by the people who just want to sweep people." They actually did not include the impacted populations in this group. Sure, they had a couple people from service providers who may stand to profit from this initiative and see revenue result from it, but people who are actually living on the streets - who can provide great feedback on what would actually be helpful, what can actually get people over the hump and into, not just housing, but be stable in their housing - were excluded from this process. And so a lot of what we're seeing that has been helpful in other circumstances is not even included in this. As you look at it, what do you see as some of the major oversights? Tiffani McCoy: [00:14:48] I mean, all of those oversights you just mentioned are critical and point towards the pretty clear fact that this isn't about housing our neighbors. This is not about building housing for folks to have inside. This isn't about stemming the economic impact, which is creating homelessness in the first place - rising rents, wages that are decreasing, the pandemic. This isn't about any of that. This is truly just about buying a law to influence City Council and mayoral races. I mean, the Chamber of Commerce had a stunning defeat - and the Downtown Seattle Association - in the 2019 races, spending millions of dollars to try to influence and they lost most of those seats. So they're doing it in this backdoor way, again, by sensationalizing homelessness for political gain. I also like to think of this as just very clearly, Mayor Jenny Durkan's dream scenario for sweeps. This is how she has moved the City since she has stepped into office. We used to have mostly 72 hour sweeps and now the predominant amount of sweeps are very last minute - no services, no outreach there. You've got to throw your stuff away and just get on with yourself. And I mean, incredibly traumatizing. Sweeps are traumatizing all the time, no matter what, no matter if you have 72 hours, if you have a week, two weeks. It's the City, it's the state telling you, "You don't belong here. You need to find somewhere else to go, and we're not going to help to actually stem what brought you into this position in the first place." So it's just overall just smoke and mirrors and it's just so unfortunate and deeply disturbing and gross because we do know what can address this crisis. And instead of being able to focus on that, these corporations and big businesses are still trying to operate like a parallel government in that they get to decide equally with folks that we elect into office how the City should run. Crystal Fincher: [00:16:57] I think a lot of this fundamentally goes down to the - I think there's just "conventional wisdom," which is not tethered to reality - but just that, "Hey, people shouldn't be on the streets and for some reason it is more of a problem for me to see people who are homeless than for people to actually be unhoused. And they just need to go somewhere else and they just need to move somewhere else and it's their fault anyway. They're probably using drugs. They're a source of crime." And I think we really have to grapple with the amount of people who are underneath this impression - sometimes media coverage and what gets sensationalized exacerbates that impression - that homelessness, really when a lot of the interests, especially pro Charter Amendment 29 interests talk about it, they talk about it in terms of a crime problem. As if, one, this is a major or significant source of crime in that people who are unhoused are somehow not victims more often than perpetrators of violence, and some of the most vulnerable people in our society that need protection. But how do you address to people that, "Hey, just step back for a second - just criminalizing this. Here is why throwing someone in jail if they're in a tent on a sidewalk doesn't work?" How do you talk about that? Tiffani McCoy: [00:18:35] That gets into a lot of the framing that Charter Amendment 29 is using around this. They always highlight one of the first couple things is one, that this is about us getting people off the streets, and then the second and third thing is usually about, we need more mental health service and addiction treatment. So they are perpetuating the myth that the vast majority of people are living outside because of a drug and alcohol problem and mental health problem. And we know that's not the case. In fact, just this last week, Marc Dones was interviewed by PubliCola. Sorry, I'm in the office so there's a phone ringing in the background. But Marc Dones, who's the new head of the Regional Homelessness Authority, just said that it's really about 15 to 20% of those living outside have severe behavioral health or substance use issues. The vast majority of folks experiencing homelessness can't afford to get into housing. He says it is an economic issue and not at all because of - that the main driver is not drug and alcohol issue, as Charter Amendment 29 backers would have you believe. So, in the face of all of this evidence, we know again the political impetus for Charter Amendment 29 is about sensationalizing those things that you mentioned about people not wanting to see visible poverty, about people seeing mental health issues happening in public when they're walking to get coffee or to lunch. It's not about a humane approach and look at how our economic system is failing humans. It's about, "You are a bother to my eyes. I don't want to see it. Let's sweep you off to somewhere else." So we need to get back into realizing and absorbing and embracing that this is an economic issue through and through - not just even in Seattle - nationwide. We don't have housing as a human right. We don't allow housing to meet your needs based on your income. It's just like a completely gross upside down system and until we start to truly realize that this is an economic issue, that rent is too high, that we don't have deeply affordable housing - at the end of the day the question is, who gets to decide who lives in Seattle? That's what I would say to that person. Crystal Fincher: [00:21:01] I think those are all excellent points and I do think that we have work to do and that we need to hold more of our media accountable in the wider ecosystem. There's been a lot of excellent reporting on this from some of our local papers and local media outlets, but there's also been some problematic local reporting. And so we really have to, I think, call out when there are obviously misleading, obviously non fact based, non data based narratives that frequently make homeless people increasing targets of violence and absolutely stigmatize it. Because to your point, and there was just another study that came out - I think it was this past week - that yes, homelessness is an economic problem. More people are homeless because they cannot afford to pay for a place to live than any other problem. And in fact, being homeless exacerbates all of the other problems. So allowing people to become homeless actually makes all of the other problems worse. It's not that those other problems start and then homelessness suddenly spontaneously erupts. This is a problem of affordability fundamentally and prioritization of making sure everyone does have a home and that this is accessible to live in. So I guess one of the biggest issues to me is that I think there is a considerable - polling continuously reinforces that there is a huge percentage of the population who, I think, a lot of times feel like, "Hey, I don't know what the ultimate decision is to fix this. There have been a lot of people trying for years. I've heard it talked about for years. It's been declared an emergency and only got worse. And I hear this bickering about it. And it seems like no one who's been elected whose job it has been to fix this has been up to the task of getting this fixed, so at least this is something because what's the alternative?" So when you hear that, and what's the alternative - what should be happening for people sick of seeing nothing happening - what should be happening? What is possible? What can be done in the short term to make a big impact? Tiffani McCoy: [00:23:34] Yeah, I want to go back to that media accountability, because I think it's key. We have to, as a society, move past this idea of respectability politics and call it out as we see it. We're in a climate crisis. I have a young daughter who's two. I'm terrified for the next generations and myself, all of us, for what's going to happen. There are massive things that we should be focusing on instead of me fighting a bunch of rich people who want to influence city politics by buying a law. That's what I'd like to do, but back to the media - we have to hold them accountable. The Seattle Times is playing a really, really egregious role in not being objective whatsoever in this. They very much want this to pass. They make that super clear in all their writing. They aren't publishing any op-eds that shows, like the House Our Neighbors Coalition who's fighting to defeat this Charter Amendment. They're not running any op-eds from anyone in the community and we've had several people send in. They're not going to run that, just not at all going to give that viewpoint. We also need to hold the people that are in power accountable, like truly, truly accountable. If you look at the mailers that are going out for City Council races - one of these mailers by Jessyn Farrell shows the list of neighborhoods that are going to be the priority for encampments should she become mayor. That is a very clear dog whistle and violent actually. And it's a dog whistle that everyone- Crystal Fincher: [00:25:11] Wait, she released a sweep priority list? Is that what you're saying? Tiffani McCoy: [00:25:14] I'm going to show you it. Crystal Fincher: [00:25:15] Okay, so we can see each other on video on this podcast. So... Oh, look at that. There's a whole map. Tiffani McCoy: [00:25:25] These are the priorities. Crystal Fincher: [00:25:28] I am looking at this. It does exist. And so looking at Jefferson Park, Lake City Park, Occidental Square, Haller Lake, Ballard Commons, North Aurora, any public school property with unsheltered people. What that tells me is that, once again, although they seem to be bending over backwards to avoid talking about the one thing that this actually does that's new or significantly different, and that is codify sweeps in the City Charter, which is basically the city constitution - which I continually, and we're deep into this podcast now, but I also have to say is against King County Public Health guidance in the middle of a pandemic and against CDC guidance in a pandemic as being very unhealthy and likely to spread the virus doing sweeps. And we see this determination to not just move forward, but to make it impossible for anyone to keep people from being able to sweep and to basically enact a criminalized or just basically razing people's abodes. So we have a challenge here, but I guess I'll go back to the question. For someone who's saying, "I am so fed up with this problem being this problem, and it's not my job to fix it. Elected people haven't fixed it. This seems like it may do something new to address the problem." What are the alternatives? What should people be pushing for? What do we know works? What can be done in the short term to make a significant impact? Tiffani McCoy: [00:27:17] I'm glad that we were able to go back to that. Thank you for going on that tangent of that dog whistle to all of those neighborhoods, "I will be there for you to make sure you don't see visible poverty." That's across many different candidates. You can tell which ones have adopted Charter Amendment 29 language and are putting it in their mailers. But to what can happen now - I think that we just do have to take a step back and look at how disastrous this mayor has been for this crisis and for, I mean, lots of things, but let's just stick to this crisis. She has left time and time again money on the table from the federal government to bring people inside. She decided not to take up FEMA money to put folks inside and COVID-19 money to put folks into hotels. She's just left millions of dollars on the table and folks, I encourage you, if you want to read more about that to just Google anything about Seattle and COVID money being left on the table. So that could have put hundreds of our unsheltered neighbors inside, into a room of their own, where they have that agency and safety. So we just didn't take that money that would be basically no strings attached from the federal government. What also can be done right now is folks can, especially if they're in the business community, demand that the Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Seattle Association drop the litigation against the JumpStart progressive revenue because that will put into the hopper thousands of units. We also just need to look at zoning, just have to be very real about it. There's a recent racial equity toolkit analysis that came out on, I can't remember the name of it, The Urban Village Strategy. Not only is it showing the deep racist roots of so many in the city of Seattle, but how it makes it impossible to solve the housing crisis because of all of the single family zoning. So we have to look at that. That is starting to happen immediately at the City Council, so getting involved in those fights to make sure that we change zoning so that we are able to... Sorry, a phone is going on in the background. So that we're able to actually create density and affordable housing across the whole city and not just have these very white dominant spaces that are protected. I would also say, RV safe lots. Real Change fought for some of the federal money that just came through for RV safe lots. We have about 1,500-2,000 folks living in their vehicle and we just always forget them. We don't do anything to meet their needs. So we need to like massively expand those. We did win some funding through the federal money that came down. There is a second round, so Real Change is going to keep fighting for that, so stay tuned. We need to get like thousands of those. We need to start talking in the thousands, not the hundreds or the dozens of units. And then I would say investing in housing first. I mean, we'll see what House Our Neighbors becomes after November 3rd, but those are a couple of things to plug into now. But I also recommend folks look at the House Our Neighbors Twitter because we are actively plugging people into fights that will make a difference right now. Crystal Fincher: [00:30:21] Perfect. So where can they find you? What is the House Our Neighbors Twitter? Tiffani McCoy: [00:30:27] I think it's just house and then the letter R... Yeah, it's @houseRneighbors, and neighbors is spelled out, on Twitter. Same with Facebook. Our website is houseourneighbors.org, but the our is spelled out. And yeah, we're on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook. Get involved. We've been tabling for a couple of weeks now. We also did some decline to sign petitions and we had people actually remove their signatures as well, because just going back to something you said Crystal, this is a slick PR campaign. They have millions of dollars behind them. They paid $180,000 to get signatures collected and when people are starting to learn about the disingenuous nature of this and who's backing it, they reached out to us to remove their signature. And one woman was crying and not to like politicize this, but she just felt ashamed that she was duped, as she says, by this. But we do want to solve this crisis as a community - you're completely right - it's just this is not the way to do it and it would actually cause a lot more harm and, as you said, it would cost way more money. Crystal Fincher: [00:31:37] I mean, this seems like it's going the way of several other issues - whether it's how we address substance use disorder and substance use, to how we just address issues of general affordability in society and workers' rights. There are very well-funded efforts afoot to keep things the way that they are and the way that they are has been harmful. And the attempt to move in a more positive way, which in this situation is not throwing people into jail or throwing away all of their belongings and just telling them to move somewhere else. That actually does nothing to address the issue, the fundamental problem, which is that that person does not have a place of their own to stay. For most people, the reason why is because they can't afford it. That is the primary reason. Nothing else is more of a cause. And that this population is more at risk of being victimized and harmed, not more likely to do harming or to be victimizing others. And so to prioritize taking care of people who need a home, and as you said, there is no substitute. We have to build places for people to live. There are not enough places. There are not enough affordable places. We have to address all of that. There's encouraging conversations happening within the mayoral race right now and City Council races. Certainly, there are candidates like Bruce Harrell and Jessyn Farrell and Casey Sixkiller who are supporting Charter Amendment 29. But there's a lot who aren't. Basically, the rest are not. And so those conversations and really giving the investments that are being made, like you said, even the JumpStart tax that was just passed with investments there, there is actually action being taken. I think part of the issue is some of the stuff that is taken and that we are seeing is working is very contrary to the narrative that has been set out by some of the hard line interests that we've seen come out of downtown from the DSA and the Chamber. So, part of the answer I think is to see the investments that are now being made through, to see now that the Regional Homeless Authority has a leader and direction for that work to be done and to continue with the work of building homes for people and addressing affordability. There really is no other sustainable solution. So thank you so much for joining us today. And again, if anyone has any questions, wants to get involved, we'll put all of this information in our show notes and they can reach out to you again on the House Our Neighbors Twitter or Facebook or website, I assume, and reach out to you there. So thanks so much, Tiffani, for joining us today. Tiffani McCoy: [00:34:47] Thank you Crystal. I appreciate the opportunity. Crystal Fincher: [00:34:47] Thank you for listening to Hacks & Wonks. Our chief audio engineer at KVRU is Maurice Jones, Jr. The producer of Hacks & Wonks is Lisl Stadler. You can find me on Twitter @finchfrii, spelled F-I-N-C-H-F-R-I-I, and now you can follow Hacks & Wonks on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts. Just type in "Hacks and Wonks" into the search bar, be sure to subscribe to get our Friday almost-live shows and our midweek show delivered to your podcast feed. You can also get a full text transcript of this episode and links to the resources referenced during the show at officialhacksandwonks.com and in the podcast episode notes. Thanks for tuning in. Talk to you next time.

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus shares information on: Uptown's Wilson Men's Hotel Is Now The Wilson Club — And A Few Former Tenants Are Moving Into The Upscale Micro-ApartmentsThe redevelopment of one of Uptown’s last single-room occupancy hotels, […]

Also happening today, reopening means closing for some businesses; five days after a Jefferson Park man told police a woman threatened his wife, drove through his yard, and rammed his neighbor's car, charges have been filed; and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Also happening today, reopening means closing for some businesses; five days after a Jefferson Park man told police a woman threatened his wife, drove through his yard, and rammed his neighbor's car, charges have been filed; and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Also happening today, reopening means closing for some businesses; five days after a Jefferson Park man told police a woman threatened his wife, drove through his yard, and rammed his neighbor's car, charges have been filed; and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Jefferson Park woman drove through her neighbor's lawn and garden screaming in retaliation for their criticism of the local alderman. The family claims the woman threatened the family, screaming earlier in the day from her car, “stop following the alderman.” Several hours later, she destroyed their yard and ran her car into another neighbor's vehicle. Block Club Chicago Reporter Ariel Parrella joins John Howell with the full story. Read it: https://tinyurl.com/fpunnfd5

Host - Jon HansenReporters - Mina Bloom, Joe Ward, Jamie Nesbitt Golden, Kelly BauerGuests - Enrico Hufana, Trenton 

Ask Ed Lover: Edwin from Jefferson Park Dear Ed Lover, Allergy season is starting up and it’s the worst ever! I’ve tried every allergy medication and nothing is clearing up my stuffiness and itchy eyes. Everyone thinks I have COVID, and it’s embarrassing, because I don’t! It’s Allergies! Do you have any ideas or a home remedy I can try to get rid of this!?

A caller from Jefferson Park seeks Lou’s expertise regarding a problem with ceiling lights connected to a dimmer switch and a delay to those lights turning on.

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus shares information on a restaurant owner buying out city tamale vendors to get them out of the cold, city “OK’s” sale of Jefferson Park firehouse to developer to build lake effect taproom, and Pilsen Food […]

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Also happening today, is riverfront concern venue has cleared a major hurdle; leaders of the Chicago Public Schools system say if teachers don't show up for in-person classes on Monday, it will amount to an illegal strike; and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Walter of Bucktown and Pete from Hermosa Park are joined by "Jimmy G" representing Jefferson Park. They talk about the bars they frequented and worked at back in the day in Chicago. Bar Mentions: Cubby Bear, Sports Corner, Sluggers, Wild Hare, Mothers, PS Chicago, Shennaigans, Bootleggers, Teasers. FIre Alarm in Cicero, Mikes Cop Bar, Poets The Vu, Green Mill

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier catches up with three Chicagoland restaurateurs including George Karzas from Gale Street Inn in Jefferson Park, Guido Nardini from Club Lago in River North and Matthew Ranalli from Holt’s in Park Ridge, about how they are navigating through the pandemic, frigid outdoor dining and how you can support your favorite local […]

The Copernicus Center is suing the city of Chicago to stop the $1 sale of the Old Jefferson Park Firehouse to Ambrosia Homes claiming the process was unfair and biased. Bob Fioretti is part of the legal team representing the Copernicus Center and joins John to discuss the lawsuit.

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier catches up with three Chicago restaurateurs including George Karzas from Gale Street Inn in Jefferson Park, GianCarlo and Guido Nardini from Club Lago in River North and Matthew Ranalli from Holt’s in Park Ridge, about how they are navigating through the cooler weather, their offerings and how you can support your […]

Trump loyalists truly are one of a kind. Sports betting is legal in Illinois and the earning numbers are in. Pritzker's pre-election planning and details on the "back the Blue" rally in Jefferson Park. Candis Castillo returns to talk Trump, Biden and the 2020 election.

We just completed another closing amidst the coronavirus pandemic in Los Angeles. This time, the transaction took place in the booming Jefferson Park area near University of Southern California (USC). The home is actually located in a HPOZ which is a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone. HPOZs are designed to keep the area's historical culture. After some back and forth, we managed to get a price reduction of $870,000 plus a credit in a highly competitive market which is quite the feat. At a time when home demand is increasing and supply is declining in Los Angeles, it is safe to say these buyers managed to get quite the baragin. Watch this week's full episode of #KeriTV to learn how we managed to get these clients an amazing deal and take an inside look of this beautiful #LosAngeles home in #JeffersonPark!   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keriannkeri Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Keriwhiteteam1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keriwhite1 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kawhite73/

Jen Sabella, the director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joined Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on the family that played music to help cheer up neighbors for 105 straight days during the quarantine; the 7-year-old girl from Jefferson Park who raised over $14,000 for the […]

Shamus Toomey, the Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to talk about some of the latest Chicago Neighborhood news. Shamus talks about some alternative viewing options for Cubs fans if/when the season starts with limited/no fans in the ballpark; an old firehouse in Jefferson Park that’s being remodeled as […]

Audio from a Black Lives Matter march in Jefferson Park, Latin percussion vinyl, and some improv.

This episode of The Denver Homes Market Report highlights the history and beauty of Jefferson Park

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to three Chicago restaurateurs including George Karzas from Gale Street Inn in Jefferson Park, GianCarlo and Guido Nardini from Club Lago in River North and Matthew Ranalli from Holt’s in Park Ridge, about how they are navigating through the temporary dine-in closures throughout the state. For more information visit, Galestreet.com, […]

In the first hour, Cliff Avril and Jason Puckett recap and send thanks for the golf shows yesterday at Jefferson Park celebrating Seattle golf, discuss Bobby Wagner's contract situation and what leverage he has, and problems with Pac-12 Network broadcasting.

Softy and Dick are live from Jefferson Park Golf Course on Beacon Hill as we celebrate public golf courses in Seattle amidst talk of doing away with the courses in favor of affordable housing. Jarran Reed's suspension adds to some question marks surrounding the Seahawks defense this season, so how concerned are you heading into the 2019 season? Jay Turner, founder of Jeffmont, explains why the golf courses in the city need to stay right where they are.

Aaron Levine joins us to talk about golf in Seattle, and what these courses mean to him, and to the city, as we continue live from Jefferson Park. Pac-12 Media Day is tomorrow. Jon Wilner previews what he expects to hear from Larry Scott, plus his reasoning behind ranking the Dawgs third in the Pac-12 North. Last hour, Softy and Dick both talked about the Seahawks potentially signing Ndamukong Suh, There's a problem with this idea however; Suh has already been signed by the Bucs. What should the punishment be for such an obvious oversight?

In the first hour, Cliff Avril and Jason Puckett set up the show and day at Jefferson Park golf course, discuss Jarran Reed's six game suspension announced yesterday plus if and how the Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle could respond to the media with his side of the story.

Aaron Levine joins us to talk about golf in Seattle, and what these courses mean to him, and to the city, as we continue live from Jefferson Park. Pac-12 Media Day is tomorrow. Jon Wilner previews what he expects to hear from Larry Scott, plus his reasoning behind ranking the Dawgs third in the Pac-12 North. Last hour, Softy and Dick both talked about the Seahawks potentially signing Ndamukong Suh, There's a problem with this idea however; Suh has already been signed by the Bucs. What should the punishment be for such an obvious oversight?

Softy and Dick are live from Jefferson Park Golf Course on Beacon Hill as we celebrate public golf courses in Seattle amidst talk of doing away with the courses in favor of affordable housing. Jarran Reed's suspension adds to some question marks surrounding the Seahawks defense this season, so how concerned are you heading into the 2019 season? Jay Turner, founder of Jeffmont, explains why the golf courses in the city need to stay right where they are.

Softy and Dick are live from Jefferson Park Golf Course on Beacon Hill as we celebrate public golf courses in Seattle amidst talk of doing away with the courses in favor of affordable housing. Jarran Reed's suspension adds to some question marks surrounding the Seahawks defense this season, so how concerned are you heading into the 2019 season? Jay Turner, founder of Jeffmont, explains why the golf courses in the city need to stay right where they are.

Aaron Levine joins us to talk about golf in Seattle, and what these courses mean to him, and to the city, as we continue live from Jefferson Park. Pac-12 Media Day is tomorrow. Jon Wilner previews what he expects to hear from Larry Scott, plus his reasoning behind ranking the Dawgs third in the Pac-12 North. Last hour, Softy and Dick both talked about the Seahawks potentially signing Ndamukong Suh, There's a problem with this idea however; Suh has already been signed by the Bucs. What should the punishment be for such an obvious oversight?

Cezar wants to grow his moving business. What's standing in his way? MOOvers is located in the Jefferson Park neighborhood of Chicago. Learn more at https://mooverschicago.com and on Facebook @MOOversChicago. *** How’s Business? is created by the Institute for Justice Clinic on Entrepreneurship at the University of Chicago Law School (IJ Clinic) and is hosted by Stacy Massey. Podcast editing services by Andrea Klunder and Edwin Ruiz at The Creative Impostor Studios. Chicago-based business owners who are interested in being featured on How’s Business? are especially invited to reach out to clinic@ij.org!

The “Taste of Polonia” mega-event held over the Labor Day weekend at the Copernicus Center on Milwaukee Avenue in the Jefferson Park neighborhood of Chicago is an annual ritual gathering of the area’s Polish diaspora. Featuring food and entertainment by Gentlemen of Leisure, Andrzej Rosiewicz, and pianists Pawel Checinski and Piotr Pawlak. Also films “The Fourth Partition" and Polish language indie cinema costume drama,”W SŁUŻBIE OJCZYŹNIE I NAUCE” a short episode in the life of Maria Skłodowska-Curie. *Correction: I said my "mother's grandparents" and I meant to say "my mother's parents" my grandparents. Review by Reno Lovison for ChicagoBroadcastingNetwork.com

Sara Gronkiewicz-Doran, a founding member of Neighbors for Affordable Housing in Jefferson Park, joins us this week to talk about her work in citizen activism and how it compares with Leslie's experiences in this episode. She tells us about the group's formation in the midst of hostile anti-affordable housing protests, what the Parks Committee of Pawnee should have done differently, and why voicing support for a policy is just as important as protesting against. We also add Patricia Roberts Harris, the first African American woman to hold a Cabinet position (and she held 3!)and to be a U.S. ambassador, to our Wall of Inspirational Women.

Action packed show!! Colorado AG Day at the Capitol is coming up! Colorado AG Commissioner Don Brown is on the show to tell us about this annual celebration of Colorado agricultural producers and agribusinesses!! David Collie, the events chair for the Colorado AG Council weighs in on how much work goes into pulling off this wildly popular AG day event from the Colorado Capitol! Expecting over a thousand people, with great local Colorado chefs cooking up a dish to be judged! Who will have the best dish?! The president of the ACF CCA JP Krause is in studio with chefs from local school districts. Meet chef Brandon Durio, chef Casey Hodges and chef Gabriel Aragon. All these chefs are participating in Colorado AG day and have chosen a career in cooking and feeding our kids, but it's not as easy as you might think. The Modern Eater team had a delicious dinner at Sarto's this week and we brought owner Taylor Swallow in studio to talk about his three year old Italian restaurant is Jefferson Park and what sets his place apart from the rest! "in the kitchen" with chef Garret Meyer from Sarto's! He just sat a twenty top birthday party, but he took the time to tell us about what's on the menu tonight and his creative and delicious additions he's brought to Sarto's. What's better than a Colorado craft brewery? Two Colorado craft breweries! In studio we welcome back on the show Andrew Moore from Intrepid Sojourner Beer Project and he brought friend, colleague, and partner in Collaboration Fest 2018, head brewer and co-owner of 105 West Brewing Company Kjell Wygant, and they brought beer!

Ken Davis is joined by Sara Gronkiewicz-Doran and Nick Kryczka, both members of Neighbors for Affordable Housing in Jefferson Park. Their group has launched a campaign to support affordable, accessible and inclusive housing on Chicago’s Northwest side. They discuss an effort to build an affordable-housing complex at 5150 N. Northwest Highway, for which Mayor Emanuel recently denied tax credits, making the building’s construction far more difficult. They also talk about the affordable housing ordinance that passed City Council yesterday. The measure mandates that at least 10% of all new multi-unit housing developments built in two pilot areas contain a minimum of 10% “affordable” units. Critics, however, maintain that “affordable” rents in such buildings would be nearly a thousand dollars a month for a one-bedroom, which is out of reach for lower-income people and that the units are too small for a family. This program was produced by Chicago Access Network Television (CAN TV).

Episode 2 of the Freeballin podcast, live from Ziskin's Palace in Jefferson Park, Denver, CO... USA. We: 2:40 - Introduce the 2016 Denver Broncos Hall of Lame Class, 10:15 - Discuss some awesome sports related road trips, 20:00 - Reflect on the disaster that is Jorge De La Rosa, 23:40 - Fly high with Andre Roberson and LeBron during our playoff discussion 35:00 - Dish out a wide, cluster bomb of hate to most of the Pac 12 44:40 - Wrap things up having some fun with our Recognitions & Rejections segment Enjoy! Follow us on Twitter @Freeballin_Pod

Though we start today's episode like so many others talking about Captain Owen's Star Wars Galactic Heroes toys, we dive in to the Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe that he got from his oma for his birthday. We then discuss our Sunday morning which included our Family Game day playing Fire Dragons, Coconuts Crazy Monkey, Pengoloo, Goblet Gobblers, and Jaipur (that was a mommy and daddy only game) followed by a trip to Jefferson Park. The post Episode 028 – Transformers Popup appeared first on Sunday Evening With Captain Owen.

Luis Sanchez, who dresses in drag and goes by the name Grace of the Sea, sells bacon wrapped pineapple stuffed hot dogs in Jefferson Park a couple days a week. He also sells candy out of a golden basket. 

Luis Gutierez Sanchez, who calls himself "Grace of the Sea," has been living in a garage in South LA for six years. But now he has to move. He tells his story of living as a gay undocumented immigrant in Los Angeles. Warning: This program contains explicit language and addresses adult topics and themes - including sex and drug use.

Below the Ten: Life in South LA is an ongoing series telling intimate stories about the people who live in the neighborhoods south of the 10 Freeway, including Watts, Jefferson Park, and Compton.

Long time Jefferson Park residents, Mike and Celeste Burke, have been living in Chicago for over 60 years. I really enjoyed visiting Mike and Celeste, I was particularly struck by the creativity they employ in the ways they spend time with their family and the special places they have created in their classic Chicago bungalow.When I asked Celeste and Mike whether there is a particular place in their home where they go when they are feeling blue, I was immediately moved by Celeste’s answer. She said that she would go into the pantry and close the door. Sometimes she would pull the phone into the pantry and sometimes she would look at recipes that she wanted to make. I could relate to the appeal of hulling up in a pantry. As a frequent cook myself, I can completely appreciate the joy that comes from being surrounded by goods for preparing and serving food, I can imagine the coziness of tucking away into this tiny nook, and the shear pleasure of flipping through recipes, thinking about cooking them and to whom I would serve them. I knew nearly immediately that this is the space in their home I wanted to paint. Thanks for stopping by!Special thanks to Stefano Vita for use of his music in the audio recording.

Guest Jenny Pell, permaculture designer for the Beacon Food Forest, speaks with Diane Horn about the Beacon Food Forest, a proposed forest garden ecosystem located next to Jefferson Park in Seattle's Beacon Hill neighborhood.