Podcast appearances and mentions of lauren cohn

Today on Meldon Law & Friends: First, we will be joined by Joy Riddle and Lauren Cohn from Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc., and then by Melanie Floyd from GainZville Hub!

News Director Nick Gale talks mask mandates with Alderman Ray Lopez, Mallory Vor Broker with the WLS Round Table, and Lauren Cohn talks to Dr. Suzet McKinney, Director for Sterling Bay's Life Sciences Division. Connected to Chicago on WLS-AM 890

Pastor Cornelius Parks from Good Hope Freewill Baptist Church joins Lauren Cohn to talk homelessness issues, and what Pastor Parks's church is doing to help. Connected to Chicago on WLS-AM 890

A new year brings new COVID restrictions in Chicago and Cook County... Nick Gale talks to Alderman Tom Tunney, owner of the Ann Sather restaurants for his perspective as a restaurant operator and alderman. The alderman is also leading the way for the memorial AIDS Garden Chicago, to be built along the Chicago lakefront at Belmont Avenue. Nick Gale reviews some important local news stories from 2021 and remembers WLS host, Rush Limbaugh who passed away in February. Lauren Cohn talks to Dr. Mary Hayden about COVID testing and how the pandemic is progressing as we enter 2021.

*ABC Legal Analyst Royal Oakes tells you where you can put your money on the Rittenhouse trial outcome. *Lauren Cohn talks about her role on the new season of South Side that dropped today on HBO Max. *Critically acclaimed military historian Patrick O'Donnell takes a look back at some lesser-known heroes from the Revolutionary War. *Greg Hinz of Chicago Business attempts to handicap where billionaire Ken Griffen will throw his money to combat J.B. Pritzker in the next election. *Jeff Gottesfeld, the National Archive Centennial Speaker at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier shares how to properly teach kids about the importance of Veteran's Day. *Plus, Grammy winner Warren Haynes discusses the forthcoming Gov't Mule release, "Heavy Load Blues."

The comedy TV show created by Diallo Riddle, starring our own Lauren Cohn, airs on HBO Max in November. Lauren Cohn shares stories from the set with John Howell.

Connected To Chicago (08/08/2021) - Nick Gale fills in for the vacationing Bill Cameron. Guest Steve Bernas, President and CEO of the Chicago Better Business Bureau highlights some of the latest scams and poor business practices that have increased in recent months. Roundtable panelists Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain's, and Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times discuss the possibility of Kirk Dillard running for Governor and the Obama Center project getting another green light to build. Lauren Cohn talks youth basketball with coach Marpray Monson about his organization, Hoopademix.

This week, Bill Cameron checks in on recent statehouse activity in Springfield with Illinois Senate President, Don Harmon. The Round-Table panel gathers to discuss the mass exodus of journalists from the Chicago Tribune. Lauren Cohn highlights Cloud Kitchens in Chicago and learns about the organization from Deidra Suber, the operations manager. Cloud Kitchens are donating hundreds of meals monthly to the Love Fridge, a community fridge and mutual aid network aimed at combating food insecurity in 18 neighborhoods across Chicago.

President Biden made his first official address to Congress last night. He hit hard on his infrastructure bill, tax increases, and his American Jobs plan. Many are questioning how he plans for America to pay for all of these big plans. Heritage Foundation Senior Advisor and Spokesperson Genevieve Wood and Lauren Cohn break down the numbers and discuss how it will effect the economy.

Mayor Lightfoot announced indoor venues, including the United Center, can now operate at 25% capacity, Festivals and outdoor events can operate at 15 people per 1,000 square feet, and restaurants and bars can increase to 50% or 100 people. WLS City Hall Reporter Bill Cameron and Lauren Cohn cover all the details of Chicago opening back up for Summer.

Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi joins the show this week as President Biden gets the trillion-dollar stimulus bill passed, what to expect with a potential Infrastructure bill, heavy metals have been found in baby food, and details on improving cyber security. This week's round table segment we’re joined by Greg Hinz, Lynn Sweet, Heather Cherone, and Ray Long. The gang talks about the mass vaccination sites, how the city should improve by improving the CTA, as Greg describes it as a beacon for inappropriate behavior, How will Chicago benefit from the trillion-dollar stimulus bill. Lauren Cohn talks with IDES Director Kristin Richards.

This week we welcome GOP leader of the Illinois Senate Dan McConchie. Senator McConchie gives a brief bio of himself, Thoughts on the resignation of Speaker Michael Madigan after nearly 50 years in office, Governor Pritzker’s State Budget, and Can we expect to see a different Illinois GOP after the Trump presidency. This week's round table segment, we analyze the resignation of Speaker Michael Madigan, the sale of the Chicago Tribune, Governor Pritzker’s state budget, and the Inspector General’s report on how the Mayor of Chicago Lori Lightfoot dropped the ball in handling the George Floyd riots. Dr. Allison Arwady joins the show as Lauren Cohn finds the underlying cause of all the critical issues related to the covid-19 vaccination rollout.

The distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine has been a disaster in the United States. NYU Professor of Bioethics Arthur Caplan joins Lauren Cohn to discuss the problems with the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine and what we need to do to fix it.

Illinois announced its next phase of vaccine distribution will happen next Monday. The priority vaccine distribution group would also include prison guards and inmates. Mark Maxwell, Capitol Bureau Chief covering state politics for eight Nexstar TV stations breaks down the details of the next vaccine distribution phase with Lauren Cohn.

Washington DC leaders have put the city on lockdown due to threats of violence during Joe Biden's inauguration. The National Guard was deployed to maintain order and to keep the peace. The Heritage Foundation Visiting Fellow Steve Bucci joins Lauren Cohn to discuss the security plan for Inauguration Day.

Multiple vaccines have been approved for distribution. Rush University Medical Center medical director of infection control and prevention Dr. John Segreti joins Lauren Cohn with an update.

Connected to Chicago with Bill Cameron (12-13-20) Adam Andrzejewski CEO & Founder of OpenTheBooks.com talks about their investigations into government spending and some of their discoveries about improper payments and "pork spending" by government officials. Bill is joined in the Round Table discussion by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, Heather Cherone of WTTW, Fran Spielman, and Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times. The Biden administration is announcing their choices for their new cabinet positions. Illinois House Speaker, Mike Madigan might actually be able to continue his role into 2021. Lauren Cohn talks to Dr. John Segreti, hospital epidemiologist and medical director of infection control and prevention at Rush University Medical Center about COVID-19.

Thirty-Three years ago, the Mayor of Chicago Harold Washington died. Bill plays back some of his most memorable moments in office. We welcome in Greg Hinz of Crain’s, Ray Long of the Chicago tribune, Fran Spielman from the Chicago Sun-Times, and Heather Cherone of WTTW into this week’s Round Table. Issues with the City Budget, and what would be the smart move to make for Speaker Mike Madigan? Can we see Rahm Emanuel back at the White House in the Biden administration? Dr. Ankit Bharat, Chief of Thoracic Surgery at Northwestern Medicine talks with Lauren Cohn about the successful double lung transplant surgeries that he has performed on patients with Covid-19.

17 Democrats say they won't vote for Speaker Madigan. This means he won't get the 60 votes needed to win unless Republicans help. Plus, Lauren Cohn is still waiting on a refund check from the IRS. Institute for Economic Freedom and Opportunity Steven Moore joins John Howell and Lauren Cohn.

Laurence Msall is the President of the Civic Federation, and joins Connected to Chicago. Bill and Laurence talk finances locally, state and at the Federal level. What to expect in January 2021...? We welcome in Greg Hinz of Crain’s, Ray Long of the Chicago tribune, Fran Spielman from the Chicago Sun-Times, and Heather Cherone of WTTW into this week’s Round Table. Issues with the City Budget, and what would be the smart move to make for Speaker Mike Madigan? Christine Poorman, Executive Director of College Possible talks with Lauren Cohn about how her organization is making it easier for Low-Income high school students to attend College.

Another candid discussion this week on Connected to Chicago as Representative Mike Quigley joins the show to breakdown Tuesday’s elections, and what we can expect to see in January 2021. Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, Heather Cherone of WTTW, and Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times make up this week’s Round Table discussion. The gang recalls the craziest election(s) that they have covered ever as reporters, what will happen to Illinois Speaker of the House Mike Madigan? Will he be reelected? Or not... Lauren Cohn wraps up this week’s show. Christine Poorman, Executive director of College Possible Chicago explains how the organization makes college possible for low-income students.

Quentin Fulks and Todd Maisch join Connected to Chicago for a great debate on the Pros and Cons of the Graduated Income Tax referendum. Fulks is Chairman and Executive Director of Vote Yes for Fairness. Maisch is the President and CEO of The Illinois Chamber of Commerce. Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, Heather Cherone of WTTW, and Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times make up this week’s Round Table discussion. We start off this week’s discussion with analysis of the Graduated Income Tax Referendum, a recap of the Vice-Presidential debate, and the future of Illinois Speaker of the House Mike Madigan. This week's Connected to Chicago segment is with Lauren Cohn. Lauren talks with Sam Toia, who is the President of the Illinois Restaurant Association. Local Chicago restaurants might be facing a tough winter ahead due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Lauren Underwood joins Connected to Chicago. Underwood is the U.S Representative for the 14th district in Illinois. She explains why she would like a second term in office, The reopening of schools amidst the covid-19 outbreak, common sense gun control, and issues of Homeland Security. Heather Cherone of WTTW, Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun-Times make up this week’s Round Table discussion. An update on the Comed bribery scandal, soon Mayor Lighfoot will release her 2021 City Budget, the race for Cook County State’s Attorney, and on a lighter side of things...Could we see an all Chicago World Series with the White Sox playing the Cubs? This week's Connected to Chicago segment is with Lauren Cohn. Lauren talks with Sean Morrison, Cook County GOP Chairman about mail-in voting.

Quaker Wealth Management Co-Founder Dan Roccato discusses why interest rates are so low recently, how unemployment numbers are looking this week, and looks into each presidential candidate's tax plan with Lauren Cohn.

Former IL GOP Chairman Pat Brady endorsed Democrat US Rep. Sean Casten over Republican Jeanne Ives. She joins Lauren Cohn to respond to Brady's choice and why she deserves to be an IL representative.

Almost 1.5 million Illinoisans have requested a mail-in ballot for November. Cook County GOP Chairman Sean Morrison shares his worries about mail-in voting with Lauren Cohn.

"The problem in Illinois is we don't trust politicians to spend the extra tax dollars correctly" says former political reporter and former head of a watchdog organization (BGA) Andy Shaw. He shares his thoughts with Lauren Cohn on a graduated income tax coming to Illinois and shares his memories of 9/11.

Historian and author who works on terrorism, insurgency, international security, and military history at DePaul University Tom Mockaitis goes in depth on that tragic day with Lauren Cohn.

When marijuana was first legalized in Illinois the industry lacked diversity. So leaders decided a lottery was the best way to choose who receives a license in an effort to promote diversity. State Rep. LaShawn Ford elaborates on the problems he sees in the industry with Lauren Cohn.

Cook county Treasurer Maria Pappas joins Lauren Cohn to explain how residents can get their refund.

Author Bob Woodward released a new book regarding his time in the White House and blasted the President on his handling of the pandemic, claiming he downplayed its seriousness in the beginning. Editor of The Fix at The Washington Post, Natalie Jennings, discusses the president's actions during this with Lauren Cohn.

Since the pandemic started in March, an increasing number of people are leaving big cities like Chicago for quieter towns in states like Florida. Crain's Chicago Business Residential Real Estate Reporter Dennis Rodkin looks into the trend with Lauren Cohn.

The President Trump has been nominated for his work in bringing together a peace deal between Israel and the United Arab Emirates. Leading expert in national security and foreign policy challenges for the Heritage Foundation James Carafano discusses with Lauren Cohn.

The pandemic has caused several companies to rethink their strategy on running themselves efficiently . Also, Pritzker's graduated income tax is getting a mixed response. Crain's Chicago Business Political Writer Greg Hinz explores some big changes and discusses the graduated income tax with Lauren Cohn.

Illinois restaurants have been struggling since March, only bringing in about 25% of sales compared to previous years. Illinois Restaurant Association President and CEO Sam Toia discusses how the government can step in and save the restaurant industry with Lauren Cohn.

Sister Stephanie Baliga was bummed the Chicago Marathon was canceled so she did one on her own and raised over $94,000 for charity! Sister Baliga shares her story with Lauren Cohn.

Riots broke out weeks ago in Kenosha, WI after a police officer shot a man 7 times in the back. Store Owner of Authentique Gifts and RePour'd Candle Factory, in Kenosha, Kimberly Warner had a chance to share her experience with Lauren Cohn and explain the fallout of the recent events.

Yahoo! Finance Anchor Adam Shapiro takes a look into the job numbers this week, discusses the payroll tax cut, and breaks down the market numbers with Lauren Cohn.

House Speaker Michael Madigan responded to the investigation by calling out House Republican Leader Jim Durkin for pulling this "political stunt." Rep. Jim Durkin joins the show to share his side of the story with Lauren Cohn.

White House Economic Recovery Task Force member Steve Moore discusses the current state of the next stimulus package, funding for failing cities, and he breaks down the details of the payroll tax with Lauren Cohn.

Dr. Jennifer Hobson of the Hobson Institute has gone to schools all over to teach children proper mask use. She joins Lauren Cohn to explain how to properly wear a mask, what a mouth breather is, and gives a few tips to make wearing a mask more comfortable.

John Kass believes the President's visit to Kenosha, WI was just "smart politics." He joins Lauren Cohn to discuss Donald Trump's visit to Kenosha and why Joe Biden now wants to visit also.

President Trump came out in support of law enforcement in Kenosha, WI but had no stance on the shooting. His press secretary announced he will be going to the city on Tuesday to speak. Herbert Law Firm attorney and founding partner Dan Herbert discusses if this is a smart move for the president with Lauren Cohn.

Schools all across America have started to reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic. University of Illinois Senior Director of Constituent Engagement Andrea Darlas shares how the university's groundbreaking saliva tests are going and discusses reopening with Lauren Cohn.

Rush University Medical Center professor Dr. Mary Hayden elaborates on the new report with Lauren Cohn.

President Trump announced he will visit Kenosha on Tuesday to show support for law enforcement there, even though local Kenosha officials have advised against it. Real Clear Politics Co-Founder & President Tom Bevan joins Lauren Cohn to discuss.

Former Librarian Leslie Travis called upon her numerous connections, including a boat sail maker and a quilting guild, to distribute thousands of masks through her DIY mask making kits. Leslie joins Lauren Cohn to share why she started and how it is going so far.

Mayor Lightfoot has had a change of heart and said she wants the federal government to step in and help Chicago financially. Illinois Policy Institute Senior Budget and Tax Research Director Adam Schuster discusses Lightfoot's comments and Gov. Pritzker's new tax plan with Lauren Cohn.

Arne Duncan joins Connected to Chicago. Duncan is the Former United States Secretary of Education. His current goals include ways to reduce gun violence, and is a part of the organization: Chicago Cred. Chicago Cred helps turn people’s lives around for the better. Heather Cherone of WTTW, Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Fran Spielman and Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times, and Greg Hinz of Crain’s make up this week’s Round Table discussion. The RNC has wrapped up, and President Trump gives his speech and accepts the nomination for president. What will be the fallout politically from the shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, WI? Former Governor Jim Edgar makes surprising comments that he will be voting for Biden, and the Dresden and Byron Power Plants are expected to close in the fall of 2021. This week's Connected to Chicago segment is with Lauren Cohn. Lauren talks with Hannah Alton from the Red Cross about Covid-19. More info available at redcross.org

The Republican National Convention started the week off strong with live performances and speakers. Chicago Tribune Columnist John Kass discusses what to expect with Lauren Cohn.