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We've got two hours to fill, and about two weeks' worth of insanity to discuss. The only challenge isn't finding material. It's deciding which dumpster fire to roast first.Because America has become the world's largest outdoor laboratory dedicated to answering one question:"What happens when people confuse feelings with facts?"Turns out, we're getting the results in real time.And it should come as no surprise for you that…We're winning.I know it doesn't always feel that way because every day the media serves up a fresh plate of crazy. But if you're seeing more panic, more meltdowns, more excuses, more finger-pointing by Leftists, that's not confidence. That's the sound a losing team makes in the locker room when the fourth quarter clock hits zero.We'll start in Arizona, where Governor Katie Hobbs recently got a rude awakening.Nothing says "I'm in touch with the people" quite like discovering the people have stopped listening.Then we'll stay in Arizona and talk about Senator Ruben Gallego, who appears to be discovering that campaign slogans don't make excellent life preservers when reality starts flooding the boat.We'll get into the details.Then we're heading to Chicago.Ah yes, Chicago.The city where politicians hold press conferences about compassion while residents play an exciting game called "Was that fireworks or gunfire?"Mayor Brandon Johnson wants America to know how committed he is to protecting Black people and transgender people.Wonderful.Meanwhile, forty people got shot over the weekend.Eight were killed.Apparently criminals didn't get the memo about the mayor's priorities.And here's the irony. Politicians who lecture us endlessly about safety somehow preside over places where safety has become a rumor.We'll break that one down for all its comedic value.Then we move to another fascinating story.The media versus Tesla.Specifically, the media versus Elon Musk.And I have a question.When did journalists become so comfortable attacking America's first African-American trillionaire?What? Did I say something wrong?I've been told identity matters.I've been told representation matters.I've been told success stories matter.Apparently they matter right up until the successful person refuses to vote Democrat.Now suddenly every Tesla is a menace, every rocket launch is suspicious, every innovation is dangerous, and every self-driving car incident gets covered like it was the opening scene of a disaster movie.If Elon were a progressive activist handing out electric bicycles and pronouns, they'd name airports after him.Instead, they treat him like he personally unplugged CNN.As a tribute to white folks, here is comedian Ben Bankas on being white…[X] Humor – Ben Bankas I Like White PeopleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Principals, local school councils, and parent groups are getting increasingly creative with their fundraising. In 2025, Chicago schools spent nearly $52 million in independently sourced revenue. Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea discuss how individual schools are navigating tightening budgets. Plus, Mayor Brandon Johnson has submitted a $425 million plan for the 78, and ‘Ferris Bueller's Day Off' turns 40.  Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 23 episode: Visit Bloomington Destination Madison Griffin MSI Writers Theatre Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

The Islamification of America is HERE, and Texas is ground zero! Muslims are now pushing Sharia law over a Denton County cemetery. Meanwhile, actor Giancarlo Esposito — who played Gus Fring on “Breaking Bad” — converts to Islam and calls for REVOLUTION in America. However, some Texans have had enough and are calling out the Islamic cult. Former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard just dropped a bombshell report proving Fauci gave taxpayer funds to the Wuhan lab behind the COVID outbreak and let Americans die of COVID to push an experimental vaccine and emergency powers. But the New York Times and Washington Post are working overtime to misdirect the American public. Trump was right all along: The media is the enemy of the people. Black Americans have more rights than ever but still demand that white people not celebrate Juneteenth, go to work, and pay reparations. Violence exploded in Chicago over the “holiday” weekend, and Mayor Brandon Johnson blamed Nixon instead of those responsible while choosing to promote the protection of trans residents over black lives. Democrats will stop at nothing to make our country less safe. Seizing on President Trump's goodwill, now the Left wants to repeal the Jones Act and hand our coastal shipping over to China. But that's only going to make us even more America last. 0:00 - Sharia Law Now in Cemeteries? 20:31 - Tulsi Drops Fauci Bombshell 35:35 - Juneteenth Turns Deadly 47:05 - Democrats Push to Make America Last ► Catch up on my H-1B visa investigations: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkJEwf2wliqrtNlYs9D78nmE_Gnja_PpC ► Email me at saratips@blazemedia.com if you have uncovered potential fraud in your area. ► Subscribe to my second YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SaraGonzalesTX?sub_confirmation=1 ► PREBORN Donate securely at https://www.preborn.com/sara or dial #250, keyword BABY. ►MD HEARING Shop https://www.MDHearing.com and use promo code SARA to get a pair for hearing aids for JUST $247. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

​Mayor Brandon Johnson and other local officials cut the ribbon on the Logan Square Redesign and Milwaukee Avenue Reconstruction project.

We are back from vacation and ready for another great episode. This week we discuss Father's Day (did you get a gift yet?), Juneteenth, Chicago's Mayor, Mayor Brandon Johnson, another more!   We also have another Ez vs Everybody, WORLD CUP EDITION, Living Apart Together (LAT) and Rob's trip to Williams College!   Produced by : Ez McMahon Music By: @purekwest YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@hp53productions58 hp53productions.com Email: supadupapod@gmail.com IG: @supadupapod, @hp53productions TikToK: @supadupapod

Grok says: “In this episode of the Randumb Thoughts podcast, Darren O'Neill dives headfirst into the chaos of modern life with his signature unfiltered style. From a once-in-a-lifetime storm that left nearly 800,000 Chicago-area residents without power for days, to the wildly irrational reactions flooding social media, Darren breaks down why people lose their minds when the lights go out. He then shifts to Chicago's brand-new social media tax — a “smart tax” that charges platforms 50 cents per user — and questions whether it is just another cash grab disguised as progress. But the real fire comes when Darren tackles the UK's new law banning social media for anyone under 16. Using the classic “think of the children” argument as his launchpad, he delivers a passionate rant about parental responsibility, government overreach, and the looming privacy nightmare of mandatory face scans and ID uploads for everyone. Along the way he covers Mayor Brandon Johnson's latest gaffe, Governor Pritzker's push to expand the tax statewide, and even the bizarre Karmelo Anthony legal fund scandal. If you're tired of politicians and activists hiding behind kids to grab more control, this episode is your red pill. Randumb Thoughts Episode 366 — raw, funny, and always worth the listen.” Thanks for listening! EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:Mark KodraASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE-PRODUCER:EricPPTHANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE SHOW! PLEASE SUPPORT RANDUMB THOUGHTS!TRY PROTONMAIL: https://t.co/9i2GPq3gNBTRY INCOGNI: https://incogni.cello.so/KpYfMWSF57i SUBSCRIBE / DONATE: http://randumbthoughts.com/donatePATREON: https://patreon.com/randumbthoughts CHECK OUT MY OTHER SHOWS: PLANET RAGE: https://planetrage.showUNRELENTING: https://unrelenting.showGRUMPY OLD BENS: http://grumpyoldbens.com Thank you for listening to Randumb Thoughts! Please, tell a friend!

Mayor Brandon Johnson joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the Cubs tying for the third wild card spot, his meeting with Pope Leo XIV, and the opening of the Obama Center this week. Later, he addresses where the city is at in regard to the parking meter deal.

This week we discuss the back and forth that is the future home of the Chicago Bears...is it Hammond? Is it Arlington Heights? Can it please just be Chicago???    Bears in the Neighborhood is your weekly insight into the Chicago Bears in under 30 minutes, a podcast hosted by Samir Patel and Chirag Rathod! Bears in the Neighborhood is part of the “Mr. Rathod's Neighborhood” network of podcasts! --- Music: “Juicy Booty” by Subpar Snatch – used with permission from the band Video: Created using Luma Dream Machine and Clipchamp Podcast Art: Created using Canva Opening Clip: https://www.youtube.com/live/ibT6hpsxCjA?si=arU9E3fk2Uj8ZRZW Closing Clip: https://x.com/TJames312/status/2063674183003848795 --- Do you want to have your Bears thoughts heard on this podcast? Email us a 30 second clip of all your Bears feelings to bearsintheneighborhood@gmail.com and we may feature that clip in a future episode! --- *Samir Patel* Samir is a contributing author for On Tap Sports Net, co-host of the “Bears on Tap” podcast and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan. Website: https://www.mylifewithme.com/ Article/Podcast:  IG and X @smpatel06; @bearsontap   *Chirag Rathod* Chirag is the host of the podcast Mr Rathod's Neighborhood, an improvisor and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan. Website: https://www.chiragrathod.com/ IG @mrrathodsneighborhood In the Lab Cookin' with Me & Zazzle: https://youtu.be/MWPkDf2P0Co?si=MZbZhGDY0GJRLpn1 --- Check out the podcast Mr Rathod's Neighborhood on all streaming platforms to listen to episodes of “Bears in the Neighborhood”.   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CWTRtL5dizA1iyS2O7qeN?si=573ff211b80c4d8a Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-rathods-neighborhood/id1445766040 Video: Episodes available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/QCg8C9zUuok ------ChiragRathod.comIG: @mrrathodsneighborhoodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chiragrathod9882

As the sun rose over Vatican City, hundreds — including many Chicagoans — lined up to enter St. Peter's Square ahead of Mayor Brandon Johnson's meeting with Pope Leo XIV. Reporter Ariel Parrella and Photographer Colin Boyle were there with the mayor and met many Chicagoans who also made the journey.  Host - Jon Hansen Reporters - Ariel Parrella, Colin Boyle Read More Here Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HEREWho we areBlock Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable, relevant and nonpartisan coverage of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods. We believe all neighborhoods deserve to be covered in a meaningful way.We amplify positive stories, cover development and local school council meetings and serve as watchdogs in neighborhoods often ostracized by traditional news media.Ground-level coverageOur neighborhood-based reporters don't parachute in once to cover a story. They are in the neighborhoods they cover every day building relationships over time with neighbors. We believe this ground-level approach not only builds community but leads to a more accurate portrayal of a neighborhood.Stories that matter to you — every daySince our launch seven years ago, we've published more than 30,000 stories from the neighborhoods, covered hundreds of community meetings and send daily and neighborhood newsletters to more than 150,000 Chicagoans. We've built this loyalty by proving to folks we are not only covering their neighborhoods, we are a part of them. Some of us have internalized the national media's narrative of a broken Chicago. We aim to change that by celebrating our neighborhoods and chronicling the resilience of the people who fight every day to make Chicago a better place for all.

Fran Spielman interviews Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza about her renewed bid for Chicago mayor, revisiting her 2019 loss and associations with Ed Burke and Mike Madigan, which she says she condemned. Mendoza calls Mayor Brandon Johnson's tenure a “blizzard of incompetence,” citing credit downgrades, heavy borrowing, TIF “raids,” staffing vacancies, and strained Springfield relations, and says she'd impose fiscal discipline, consider workforce reductions, stop using TIFs for operations, hire more police, restore ShotSpotter, and improve police-community trust. 

Pat Brady, SVP of Mercury Public Affairs, former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Rahm Emanuel’s possible presidential campaign, Illinois Comptroller, Susana Mendoza’s mayoral run, and the likelihood of Mayor Brandon Johnson winning the mayoral race.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Steve Dale to take us behind the scenes at the Vatican. How did the Pope – a White Sox fan – respond to receiving Chicago Cubs swag? Then, Mayor Johnson talks about the teen takeovers, and whether or not he'll find an alternative for Shot Spotter.

The Chicago Bears just APPROVED a massive plan to flee the blue city of Chicago, and Mayor Brandon Johnson is furious and STUNNED.#chicagobears #chicago #reactionvideo #illinois #espn

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Housing are launching a new $21 million housing program to provide down payment and closing assistance to prospective homebuyers. Host Jacoby Cochran and contributors Jill Hopkins and PJ Walker discuss the details and ask if this is an effective, affordable housing solution. Plus, Summer at Chicago Public Library kicks off this week with celebrations at the regional branches, and where are you taking your people when they visit this summer? Good News: TIP Fest Auditions Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 4 episode: Enjoy Illinois American Writers Museum Chicago Public Library Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by reacting to Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson admitting he and his office haven't talked with the Bears since April amid the ongoing stadium saga. After that, the guys listened and reacted to the highlights of Hammond mayor Thomas McDermott's interview on the Mully & Haugh Show in which he discussed Indiana's chances of luring the Bears across state lines to build a new stadium.

Gbag Nation highlights the dilemmas of leaving sporting events early, using Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's experience as a primary example of missing a historic comeback. They analyze Micah Parsons' conflicting statements regarding the Cowboys and Packers organizations before discussing Eric Weddle's criticism of quarterback prospect Bryce Underwood. 01:22 - Wolchuk's Mixed Bag 03:12 - Mayor Brandon Johnson's Admission 06:50 - Micah Parsons Comparison 13:18 - Bryce Underwood Critique

Fran Spielman interviews Emmanuel Andre, Mayor Brandon Johnson's newly appointed deputy mayor for community safety, about preparing for Chicago's summer public safety challenges as CPS ends the school year. Andre discusses fears about tragedies, cycles of revenge, and key dates like Juneteenth and July 4th, describing a “full-of-government” approach with CPD, OEMC, Streets and Sanitation, elected officials, and community violence intervention partners to plan for incidents and large youth gatherings such as a potential lakefront “teen takeover.” 

NFC North Roundtable: Vikings' New GM, Bears Stadium Bill Stalls, OTA Updates, and Blockbuster Trades — Hosts from across the NFC North discuss divisional OTA news and major NFL headlines. The Vikings introduce new GM Nolan Teasley after Kwesi Adofo-Mensah is fired, and debate J.J. McCarthy's progress, Kyler Murray's play, and rumors about McCarthy's maturity and trade status. Chicago coverage includes Caleb Williams landing the Madden cover and extensive Bears stadium negotiations: Illinois' “mega projects” bill fails, a stripped-down Senate bill isn't taken up by the House, Mayor Brandon Johnson lobbies against the plan while still talking with the Bears, and uncertainty remains over Chicago vs. Arlington Heights vs. Indiana. Packers updates include Micah Parsons' ACL timeline and other OTA notes, while the Lions note a personnel hire and lineup/injury updates. They also react to trades sending Myles Garrett to the Rams and A.J. Brown to the Patriots. 00:00 NFC North Cold Open 01:13 Show Intro and Roll Call 02:34 Vikings New GM 03:29 J.J. vs Kyler Debate 09:36 Bears Madden Cover Talk 16:13 Chicago Stadium Saga 28:32 Break and Packers Updates 32:32 Lions OTA and Front Office 35:38 Setting Up Trade Talk 35:57 Aiyuk Missing Update 36:45 Traffic Warrant Breakdown 39:12 June 1 Cap Rules 41:47 Myles Garrett Trade Details 43:39 Bears Missed Opportunity 47:23 Rams NFC West Fallout 51:42 AJ Brown to Patriots 53:20 Russini Rumor Fallout 57:00 Russell Wilson Booth Talk 57:52 Hall of Fame Debate 01:01:55 Show Plugs and Wrap FAN WITH US!!!  Follow us on Twitter ✖️ for more updates… Pay @TheRealPayday, host of Frustrated Chicago Sports Fan Channel, June @asgjune & M Foster @Mbrfosterchild, hosts of the Bleachers To Speakers [Lions] podcast, and Dave Stefano @Luft_Krigare, from @Vikings1stSKOL. This has been a joint podcast production partnered with Fans First Sports Network @FansFirstSN. ⭐️ Subscribe to us here! - Vikings 1st & SKOL, https://www.youtube.com/@vikings1stskol92 ⭐️ and here - Bleachers to Speakers, https://www.youtube.com/@BleachersToSpeakers-yq8tm ⭐️ and here - Frustrated Chicago Sports Fan, https://www.youtube.com/@FrustratedChicago ⭐️ V1&S on X can be found at @Vikings1stSKOL ⭐️ V1&S Discord at https://discord.com/invite/493z6mQXcN ⭐️ At Fans First Sports Network - https://www.ffsn.app/teams/minnesota-vikings/ ⭐️ Catch it here: https://youtu.be/V6GPiLqKLL0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the news that Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson has been talking to the Bears about a new stadium in the city. After that, Spiegel and Holmes discussed how it might be time for Bears chairman George McCaskey to take charge in the organization's pursuit of a new stadium.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson admitting he and his office haven't talked with the Bears since April amid the ongoing stadium saga.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson to make his pitch for the Bears to remain in the city and build a new stadium along the lakefront instead of moving to Arlington Heights or Hammond, Indiana.

In the third hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson joined the show to make his pitch for the Bears to remain in the city and build a new stadium along the lakefront instead of moving to Arlington Heights or Hammond, Indiana.

Community leaders and advocates rallied outside City Hall ahead of a ShotSpotter hearing to demand that the city finds a replacement to the controversial technology, after Mayor Brandon Johnson ended the city's contract with it two years ago.

Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Bob Sirott to talk more about the fate of the Bears in Chicago and what he has to do to match what Arlington Heights and Hammond are offering. Mayor Johnson also touches on his dedication to building the safest city in America, how the City of Chicago continues to enforce […]

Community leaders and advocates rallied outside City Hall ahead of a ShotSpotter hearing to demand that the city finds a replacement to the controversial technology, after Mayor Brandon Johnson ended the city's contract with it two years ago.

Community leaders and advocates rallied outside City Hall ahead of a ShotSpotter hearing to demand that the city finds a replacement to the controversial technology, after Mayor Brandon Johnson ended the city's contract with it two years ago.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the news that Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson has been talking to the Bears about a new stadium in the city.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reacted to the latest news about Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson's pitch to keep the Bears in the city.

Chicago Way w/John Kass (05/31/26): Ald. Ray Lopez (15th) joins John Kass & Jeff Carlin with questions about Chuy Garcia’s old school political tactics, whether or not Brandon Johnson has the heart to run for re-election, and why his fellow alders are finally getting behind his proposal to hold parents of violent teens accountable? Also, […]

Mayor Brandon Johnson is in Vatican City this week to meet Chicago's very own Pope Leo XIV for the first time. The two are expected to discuss their mutual disdain for the president, the state of Chicago baseball, and the Pope's latest writings on the dangers of A.I. Adora Namigadde and Jill Hopkins are here to discuss the historic meeting. Plus, a 177-year-old beer halts production, and what Midwest brands still have your heart? Good News: 5th Annual Windy City Hot Dog Fest, Still Finally Over It Tour, Tool Library Repair Fair Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Thursday, May 28 episode: North Shore Center for the Performing Arts Newberry Library Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

The City Council decisively moved to delay a planned phaseout of the subminimum base wage for tipped workers by two years, stymying one of Mayor Brandon Johnson's most significant legislative wins during his first term in office. The Department of Justice settled a tax lawsuit from President Trump, establishing a fund to pay Americans who feel they were prosecuted unfairly by the government.  Host - Jon Hansen Guests: Mike Leonard, Federal Defense Attorney Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HEREWho we areBlock Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable, relevant and nonpartisan coverage of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods. We believe all neighborhoods deserve to be covered in a meaningful way.We amplify positive stories, cover development and local school council meetings and serve as watchdogs in neighborhoods often ostracized by traditional news media.Ground-level coverageOur neighborhood-based reporters don't parachute in once to cover a story. They are in the neighborhoods they cover every day building relationships over time with neighbors. We believe this ground-level approach not only builds community but leads to a more accurate portrayal of a neighborhood.Stories that matter to you — every daySince our launch seven years ago, we've published more than 30,000 stories from the neighborhoods, covered hundreds of community meetings and send daily and neighborhood newsletters to more than 150,000 Chicagoans. We've built this loyalty by proving to folks we are not only covering their neighborhoods, we are a part of them. Some of us have internalized the national media's narrative of a broken Chicago. We aim to change that by celebrating our neighborhoods and chronicling the resilience of the people who fight every day to make Chicago a better place for all.

City Council reached a near-unanimous decision to pause the subminimum wage hike for tipped workers this week. When they voted to free the subminimum wage hike back in March, Mayor Brandon Johnson ultimately vetoed their decision. Johnson confirmed this week he will accept this compromise and not pursue another veto. WBEZ's Susie An and Block Club Chicago's Madison Savedra are here to discuss why this ordinance is being reversed just three years in. Plus, Illinois is getting millions for lead pipe removal, and changes are coming to Ravenwood's popular Del Sur Bakery.  Good News: South West Side Zine Library Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, May 22 episode: Enjoy Illinois Broadway In Chicago - Spamalot Newberry Library Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Fran Spielman interviews newly confirmed Chicago transportation commissioner William Cheaks Jr. about Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed EV-charging-only parking spaces pilot with Cheaks Jr. noting autonomous vehicles are not authorized in Chicago and saying demand is uncertain. 

Gov. JB Pritzker voiced support for a mega projects bill that incentivizes the Bears' move to Arlington Heights, while shading Mayor Brandon Johnson, saying he has “no plan” to keep the Bears in Chicago. Johnson remains critical of the deal, calling it a burden on taxpayers. Meanwhile, Hammond, Indiana, is still in the race. We're breaking down all the back and forth with Brandon Pope and Anna DeShawn. Plus, El Bar is celebrating Chicago's queer Latino community in Northalsted, and who doesn't love a healthy crosstown rivalry?  Good News: En La Vida newsletter, “Trench Baby Turned Farmer” release Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, May 20 episode: Enjoy Illinois Broadway In Chicago - Spamalot Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972, and award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. This week, the Rascals start the podcast talking about the feud between Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor Pritzker over the Bears stadium and other issues in […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972, and award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. This week, the Rascals start the podcast talking about the feud between Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor Pritzker over the Bears stadium and other issues in […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972, and award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. This week, the Rascals start the podcast talking about the feud between Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor Pritzker over the Bears stadium and other issues in […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972, and award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. This week, the Rascals start the podcast talking about the feud between Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor Pritzker over the Bears stadium and other issues in […]

Former U.S. Congressman Luis Gutierrez joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about why he favors the FAA’s restrictions on flights at O’Hare airport. The former congressman also tells Jon why he believes Mayor Brandon Johnson has failed the city and shouldn’t run for reelection.

Former U.S. Congressman Luis Gutierrez joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about why he favors the FAA’s restrictions on flights at O’Hare airport. The former congressman also tells Jon why he believes Mayor Brandon Johnson has failed the city and shouldn’t run for reelection.

Former U.S. Congressman Luis Gutierrez joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about why he favors the FAA’s restrictions on flights at O’Hare airport. The former congressman also tells Jon why he believes Mayor Brandon Johnson has failed the city and shouldn’t run for reelection.

Fran Spielman and WBEZ's Mariah Woelfel mark Brandon Johnson's three-year anniversary as Chicago mayor. Mayor Johnson discusses his family milestones and argues his administration has improved its messaging while citing a 60-year low in homicides, reopened public mental health clinics, increased downtown visitors, and stabilizing census trends. Pressed on CPS's $732 million deficit and potential classroom cuts, he insists the State of Illinois must fully fund schools through progressive revenue such as a digital ad tax or billionaire/millionaire taxes, rejects school closures as repeating past failures.

Mayor Brandon Johnson is still making push for Bears to stay in Chicago full 461 Wed, 13 May 2026 21:31:18 +0000 EiWVqY8SIicG2Proe1tmZIEkyj2fmeTn nfl,chicago bears,sports Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show nfl,chicago bears,sports Mayor Brandon Johnson is still making push for Bears to stay in Chicago Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote bring a thoughtful, fast-moving approach to Chicago sports, pairing sharp insight with real personality. They break down the day's biggest stories across the NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports, with Chicago always leading the conversation — from the Bears and Cubs to the Bulls, White Sox and more. Known for smart analysis, honest takes and lively discussion, the show offers Chicago fans a well-rounded, informed perspective on everything happening in the city's sports landscape. Catch the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show live Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 104.3 The Score or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperw

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the confirmation hearing for Mayor Brandon Johnson's nominee to be Chicago's next Transportation Commissioner.

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about gerrymandering districts across the county, the ‘Trump Phone,' whether or not Mayor Brandon Johnson should be involved in the location of where The Bears move to, being able to track your friends and family with your phone and more.

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about gerrymandering districts across the county, the ‘Trump Phone,' whether or not Mayor Brandon Johnson should be involved in the location of where The Bears move to, being able to track your friends and family with your phone and more.

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about gerrymandering districts across the county, the ‘Trump Phone,' whether or not Mayor Brandon Johnson should be involved in the location of where The Bears move to, being able to track your friends and family with your phone and more.

Why did Mayor Brandon Johnson go to Springfield? Will state police actually investigate the killing of Silverio Villegas González by ICE last year in Franklin Park? We're answering these questions with Borderless Magazine's Katrina Pham and WTTW's Heather Cherone. Plus, eaglets have been spotted on the South Side, and Obama Presidential Center's tickets are selling out fast. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this May 8 episode: Illinois Solar Energy Assoc. Enjoy Illinois TimeLine Theatre Co Window Nation Newberry Library Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Mayor Brandon Johnson took the fight to keep the Bears in the city to Springfield just as talks for a Chicago Stars stadiumstart to heat up. Crain's politics reporter Justin Laurence discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Lincoln Yards TIF deal terminated as Foundry Park infrastructure questions loom, some CEOs warn consumers are "running out of money" and cutting back, U.S. appeals court sends back Illinois swipe fee law after federal regulators intervene and South Side Walgreens closures fuel fears of more pharmacy deserts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After years of advocacy, Mayor Brandon Johnson signed the Peacebook Executive Order. Developed by the youth-led organization, Good Kids Mad City, this order establishes the city's first permanent year-round youth peacekeeping program. Host Jacoby Cochran is joined by contributors Brandon Pope and Anna Deshawn. They discuss details of the executive order, the new lesbian-owned bar Fathom, and the Chicago Critics Film Festival. Good News: First Friday Music Series Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this April 29 episode: Steppenwolf Theatre Paramount Theatre Visit Bloomington TimeLine Theatre Co Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE