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It has been two months since Mayor Brandon Johnson introduced his $16.6 billion budget plan, which he argues leverages new taxes on Chicago's largest corporations to avoid layoffs, service cuts, and property tax hikes while funding critical public safety initiatives. This week a group of alderpeople introduced an alternative budget. We ask WTTW's Heather Cherone and Block Club Chicago's Jaime Nesbitt Golden, how it differs from the mayor's and how likely it is either plan crosses the finish line? Plus, alders renew push for teen curfew, mayor criticizes police promotion policy, and have you played Rich Auntie Trivia.   Good News: The Chicago Hip Hop Heritage Museum moving Feral cats avoiding Chicago's rat poison 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 Dec. 12 episode:  SAUCED Night Market Paramount Theatre Richard H. Driehaus Museum  MUBI Aura Frames – Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

A group of 27 alderpeople introduced a set of alternative budget proposals to City Council that would scrap a corporate head tax. Mayor Brandon Johnson has doubled down on his support of the idea. Are we headed toward a government shutdown?Host - Jon HansenReporter - Quinn MyersRead 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.

Some Chicago alders balked at Mayor Brandon Johnson's inclusion of a corporate head tax in his 2026 budget proposal. In response, a group of moderate and conservative city councilors put forth a list of alternative proposals that does not include the tax on businesses; instead they rely on raising taxes on garbage collection and liquor sales, as well as budget cuts, which the mayor rejected in turn. Yesterday, we heard from alders about why they're championing their alternative proposal. Today, In the Loop hears from Julie Dworkin with the Institute for the Public Good and Asha Ransby Sporn with the Black Voter Project for their takes on the alders' plans. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

Chicago homeowners are getting absolutely demolished by property tax bills that have literally DOUBLED overnight - we're talking $9,600 jumping to $19,100 for modest homes that aren't exactly the Taj Mahal. Meanwhile, Mayor Brandon Johnson spent hundreds of millions on illegal immigrants while commercial downtown properties got massive tax breaks because nobody wants to rent office space in a city overrun by street crime and work-from-home policies. Now guess who's picking up the tab? The same working-class families on Chicago's South and West sides that Johnson claims to champion. These aren't million-dollar properties - we're talking about generational family homes getting hit with tax bills that would make Seattle homeowners choke. The assessor's office is banking on people not knowing how to fight back through the appeals process, because what are your options in a Democrat-run city that refuses to cut spending? Is anyone surprised they're shifting the burden from failed commercial districts to homeowners who can't just pack up and leave? Subscribe and let us know if you've had any luck appealing these insane tax hikes - because somebody needs to hold these politicians accountable for this financial assault on working families.

Sun-Times City Hall reporter Fran Spielman is joined by Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson to discuss the alternative budget proposal developed by a group of alderpersons. They discuss the city's current financial challenges and the rejection of Mayor Brandon Johnson's $600 million revenue package. Ferguson outlines the importance of balancing the budget to avoid a downgrade to junk bond status and discusses the need for collaboration between the City Council, the Mayor's office, labor unions, and the business community. 

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: Should Christkindlmarket Move? Mayor Floats Idea, But Vendors, Organizers Not So Sure: As vendors and organizers grapple with new city-ordered capacity limits for the popular Christmas market, Mayor Brandon Johnson said his […]

You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for November 21, 2025. 0:30 We break down the remarkable shift in tone from New York City’s mayor-elect, Zoran Mamdani—the same man who once railed against ICE as a “rogue” and “fascist” agency, vowed to resist deportations, and gave that fiery, chest-thumping election-night speech aimed squarely at Donald Trump. But when Mamdani stepped into the Oval Office, all that bravado evaporated. Instead of the angry revolutionary from election night, he appeared quiet, almost timid. 9:30 Plus, we cover the Top 3 Things You Need to Know. For the first time, members of the domestic terrorist organization ANTIFA have been convicted on terrorism charges. Congressman Eric Swalwell announced he's running for Governor of California. The Democratic National Committee took out $15 million in loans last month in a push to get more Democrats elected to office. 12:30 Get Performlyte from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 13:30 We dive into the latest Capitol Hill spectacle featuring Representative Jasmine Crockett—who, according to the hosts, came out swinging but ended up hitting her own team in the face. Crockett boldly attempted to expose what she claimed was a Republican “double standard” on ties to Jeffrey Epstein, rattling off names from Mitt Romney to George Bush. There’s just one tiny problem: Crockett’s list wasn’t tied to that Jeffrey Epstein. Her staff had pulled donations from a completely different man with the same name—a New York physician, not the infamous convicted sex offender. 16:00 American Mamas—Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson—tackle a listener question that hits close to home: Can someone actually develop a sense of humor, or is it one of those things you’re either born with or you’re not? They talk about growing up in a home where wit, timing, and thick skin were the daily curriculum. The Mamas break down the difference between natural comedic instinct and the kind of humor that feels forced or lands sideways. Good comedy, they say, comes from intelligence, self-awareness, and a lot of practice. People who never learned how to kid around often end up sounding mean instead of funny, because they never figured out where the line is—or how not to cross it. For the Mamas, humor is a muscle: start young, poke fun, take a joke, laugh at yourself, and raise kids who can do the same. If you'd like to ask our American Mamas a question, go to our website, AmericanGroundRadio.com/mamas and click on the Ask the Mamas button. 22:30 We dive into the shocking story out of Chicago—a woman set on fire on a train by a man with 49 prior arrests. And while the city is reeling, Mayor Brandon Johnson insists it’s just an “isolated incident.” We break down why this is anything but isolated, how repeat offenders are cycling through the system again and again, and what happens when politicians downplay the very real danger everyday Americans face on buses, trains, and city streets. This is a conversation about public safety, accountability, and a justice system that’s failing the people it’s supposed to protect. 26:00 We Dig Deep into President Trump’s newly unveiled 28-point peace plan for Ukraine—a proposal that’s already sending shockwaves through Kyiv, Moscow, and across Europe. Zelensky is warning Ukrainians that they now face a “very difficult choice,” while Putin is calling the plan a “starting point.” We get into what the proposal actually calls for: territorial compromises, security guarantees, restrictions on NATO expansion, frozen Russian assets being used to rebuild Ukraine, and even a fast-tracked Ukrainian election. We dig into the tough reality on the ground, why the West’s patience is wearing thin, and whether this plan is realism, capitulation, or the only path to ending a grinding war that Ukraine is slowly losing. 32:00 Get Prodovite Plus from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 32:30 We dive into a rare moment that has the accountability crowd perking up: the case of Pras Michel—the Grammy-winning member of the Fugees—who’s now staring down 14 years in federal prison for funneling foreign money into Barack Obama’s 2012 campaign. Yep, the same crowd that lectures America about “protecting democracy” was raking in tens of millions from overseas, and the media once called that campaign the “gold standard of ethics.” We break down what Pras did, why this scandal is bigger than the headlines admit, and how it exposes years of Democrat projection on election interference. If you’ve ever wondered whether anyone in Washington ever faces consequences, this is one story you’ll want to hear. 35:30 Plus, it's Fake News Friday! We're putting you to the test with our weekly game of headlines—are they real news, fake news, or really fake news? This week’s lineup has everything: Democrats refusing to denounce socialism, a member of Congress texting a convicted pedophile during a hearing, a child molester running for mayor, and even a federal judge blocking efforts to clean Washington, D.C. buildings. We’ve also got fake impeachments, fake hate crimes, and—believe it or not—raccoons that scientists say are actually getting cuter. Strap in, because we’re sorting the real news from the really fake news, and the results are… well, let’s just say the truth is stranger than fiction. Can you spot the fake news? Play along, keep score, and share your results with us on Facebook page: facebook.com/AmericanGroundRadio. 40:00 Let’s talk about the attempted assassination of President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, because the official line from the FBI is that Thomas Crooks was a lone gunman. Case closed, move along. But a lot of people aren’t buying that. While Washington is telling everyone, “Nothing to see here,” the public is looking at this thing thinking… "Whoa." Follow us: americangroundradio.com Facebook: facebook.com / AmericanGroundRadio Instagram: instagram.com/americangroundradioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dominic Carter Show delivers raw, no-holds-barred commentary on American chaos. This episode tackles the "horrendous incidents" gripping Chicago, including the case of a career criminal with 72 arrests who allegedly set a 26-year-old white woman on fire on an L train. Dominic holds Mayor Brandon Johnson accountable for his failure to curb crime, especially black-on-black violence, citing the wolfpack attack on a black mother and a shooting near a Christmas tree lighting. The show examines the problem of "complete denial" regarding crime in black communities and calls for heavy-handed solutions like trying minors as adults and enforcing "three strikes and you're out". Also featured is a detailed analysis of the "bizarre" meeting between President Trump and Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. Finally, the conversation touches on the motivations of journalists who target Trump to become a "guaranteed million-dollar contract" star, and a surprisingly candid discussion about the importance of flossing during Thanksgiving week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fran Spielman is joined by Bob Reiter, President of the Chicago Federation of Labor, focusing on the significant budget stalemate in Chicago. They discuss Mayor Brandon Johnson's rejected $600 million spending plan and the various revenue options and tax strategies on the table to address the city's financial challenges.

Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Bob Sirott to talk about the Protecting Chicago Budget, including the proposed community safety surcharge, and if there will be any relief for higher property taxes. He also explains how new construction jobs are being created throughout the city, an expansion on the congestion surcharge, and his opinion of Bob’s […]

Xchange Chicago opened a 28,000-square-foot technology business hub in Grand Crossing to provide workforce development and tech innovation opportunities for local residents. The initiative, supported by the Comer Science and Education Foundation, P33, SDI Presence, and community stakeholders, offers apprenticeship programs in fields such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and cybersecurity, leading to direct job placements with SDI Presence. Mayor Brandon Johnson and business leaders attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony, and SDI Presence committed to a 10-year lease at the facility. The project aims to redirect IT outsourcing budgets to local services, support economic growth, and bring IT investment back to Chicago.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's reaction to an attack on a CTA train that left a woman critically burned.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's reaction to an attack on a CTA train that left a woman critically burned.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's reaction to an attack on a CTA train that left a woman critically burned.

Alders rejected Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposal to reinstate Chicago's corporate head tax to raise roughly $100 million annually. Chicago previously had a head tax from 1973-2014, when then-Mayor Emanuel eliminated it. Now the proposal to reverse course remains one of the biggest hurdles to passing next year's $16.6 billion budget. We're discussing the support and opposition in the City Council. Plus, National Guard troops may be leaving Chicagoland, and the area's holiday markets are ready for their comeback.   Good News: Invisible Institute event on 11/20 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 Nov. 18 episode:  The Auditorium Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events Chicago Symphony Orchestra Joffrey Ballet Simply Eloped MUBI Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

The City Council's finance committee on Monday voted against Mayor Brandon Johnson's latest 2026 budget proposal, throwing what some alderpeople have characterized as an already-strained negotiations process into further uncertainty.After a few hours of debate over a proposed corporate head tax as well as borrowing plans and other issues, the finance committee voted decisively against the budget's revenue ordinance.Host - Jon HansenReporter - Quinn MyersRead 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 five years ago, we've published more than 25,000 stories from the neighborhoods, covered hundreds of community meetings and send daily and neighborhood newsletters to more than 130,000 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.

Quinn Myers, reporter, Block Club Chicago, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the rejection of the 2026 revenue ordinance proposed by Mayor Brandon Johnson. Quinn shares the Mayor’s thoughts on the rejection and what the plan is moving forward.

Chicago Way w/John Kass (11/17/25): Paul Vallas is here to talk about his latest column- “Chicago's Killing Fields”, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s awful policies, and the time he played the role of Barney. Plus, Kasso remembers his time in the saddle and a good horse. Check out more from Kass at JohnKassNews.com or contact me at john@johnkassnews.com, or Facebook, or […]

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  The City of Chicago is staring down a $1.15 billion deficit, $53 billion in pension debt, and a credit downgrade—yet its treasurer, Melissa Conyers-Irvin, is making headlines for boycotting U.S. Treasury purchases to protest Donald Trump's immigration policies. Overseeing a $10 billion investment portfolio with a 3.6% annual return, Conyers-Irvin's move raises eyebrows as she pushes into a Congressional run while critics question her financial acumen, past ethics investigations, and unconventional résumé. Meanwhile, Mayor Brandon Johnson floats new taxes, high-interest borrowing schemes are shot down, and Standard & Poor's is sounding alarms. This segment dives into the political theatrics, the staggering fiscal reality, and the leadership choices steering one of America's biggest cities into deeper uncertainty.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on revisions to Mayor Brandon Johnson's budget proposal for 2026.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on revisions to Mayor Brandon Johnson's budget proposal for 2026.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on revisions to Mayor Brandon Johnson's budget proposal for 2026.

Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Lisa Dent to discuss the end of Operation Midway Blitz, possible changes to his proposed corporate head tax, and Steve Bertrand’s retirement.

Chicago's downtown office vacancy hits record highs as Mayor Brandon Johnson doubles down on "progressive revenue" - aka taxing businesses into oblivion. While he dreams up social media taxes and corporate head taxes, companies are packing up faster than you can say "Let's Go Brandon." We're talking about a $1.2 billion budget deficit that somehow includes hundreds of millions spent on housing illegal immigrants while actual Chicago residents get nothing. Johnson tried a property tax hike and got demolished by his own city council, so now he's reaching for cloud computing taxes and amusement fees. Is anyone surprised that businesses are fleeing to Florida and Texas instead? Meanwhile, cities like Seattle and Portland are following the same playbook with the same results. The rich are mobile, folks - they don't have to stick around for this progressive fantasy. What's your take on Chicago's business exodus? Think any company in their right mind would relocate there now? Drop a comment and let's discuss this train wreck. Don't forget to subscribe for more government incompetence updates!

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WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's latest criticism of ICE and Border Patrol operations in Chicago.

In this episode, Alyssa updates Pat about the Bear quest to get a new stadium.   Subscribe, leave a five-star review, tell your friends and follow on Twitter, BlueSky, Instagram Show Notes: Chicago Tribune: Lawmakers' lack of action on new Bears lakefront stadium raises hopes in Arlington Heights Chicago Tribune: Kevin Warren presses ahead on Bears stadium pitch as Johnson, Pritzker stay quiet on the subject Chicago Tribune: Gov. J.B. Pritzker says it would be ‘near impossible' to get Bears stadium deal done this fall Chicago Tribune: Chicago Bears to ask focus groups what they want in new stadium, but not where they want it Chicago Tribune: Chicago Bears CEO sticking to his game plan for Chicago lakefront stadium Chicago Tribune: Chicago Bears' plan for new lakefront stadium draws opposition from coalition of community groups Chicago Tribune: Bears taking another look at old Reese Hospital site: Long, skinny stretch on South Side mulled for potential stadium Chicago Tribune: Bill to lure Chicago Bears to Indiana passes out of House committee Chicago Tribune: Arlington Heights mayoral candidates want to bring the Chicago Bears, but they say it has to benefit the village Chicago Tribune: Momentum for Chicago Bears stadium project may be shifting back toward Arlington Heights Chicago Tribune: Chicago Bears shifting their stadium focus to Arlington Heights Chicago Tribune: As Chicago Bears pivot to Arlington Heights, Mayor Brandon Johnson says ‘I've done my part' Chicago Tribune: Public transit funding and pension reform, budget and Bears stadium are big issues in final week of legislative session Chicago Tribune: Chicago Bears' stadium efforts run out of time in Springfield but suburban lawmaker says deal was close and talks will continue Chicago Tribune: Bears aim to unveil stadium plans this fall Bears Arlington Heights project to be financed by team, needs lawmakers' approval for tax negotiations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's latest criticism of ICE and Border Patrol operations in Chicago.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's latest criticism of ICE and Border Patrol operations in Chicago.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan to buy and renovate Chicago's Greyhound bus terminal.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan to buy and renovate Chicago's Greyhound bus terminal.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's comments about an ICE detention at a daycare on Chicago's North side.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's comments about an ICE detention at a daycare on Chicago's North side.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Mayor Brandon Johnson's reaction to federal court rulings aimed at ICE enforcement actions in the Chicago area.

Charlie Sheen is an actor and producer known for his iconic roles in Two and a Half Men and Platoon. See him live on his Alive On Stage Tour in Baltimore, MD at the Horseshoe Casino on November 7th. Watch his new two-part Netflix documentary, AKA Charlie Sheen, for an in-depth look at his life, career, and journey toward sobriety, and check out his new book The Book of Sheen, available now. For more, visit charliesheenlive.com.IN THE NEWS: Kamala Harris hints at a possible return to the White House, telling the BBC, “I am not done,” in her strongest comments yet about future political ambitions. Meanwhile, California Governor Gavin Newsom accuses former President Trump of “rigging the election” through the use of federal poll monitors — as he officially confirms his own plans to run for president in 2028. And in Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson loses his cool after being questioned about the term “illegal alien,” calling the phrase “racist” despite its legal definition.Get it on.FOR MORE WITH CHARLIE SHEEN:DOCUMENTARY: AKA Charlie Sheen - On Netflix NowBOOK: The Book of Sheen - Available NowWEBSITE: charliesheenlive.comTOUR: Alive On StageBaltimore, MD - the Horseshoe Casino - Nov 7thFOR MORE WITH MIKE DAWSON: INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @dawsangelesSTANDUP: October 29 - Flappers w/ AdamThank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineoreillyauto.com/ADAMPluto.tvRUGIET.com/ADAMSIMPLISAFE.COM/ADAMLIVE SHOWS: October 29 - Burbank, CANovember 6 - Boston, MANovember 7 - Buffalo, NYSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump lashes out after “No Kings” protests draw a historic turnout. Also, the government shutdown reaches day 20, becoming the third longest in U.S. history. Plus, James Comey files a motion to dismiss the charges against him. And the House Oversight Committee releases the transcript of the Alex Acosta interview. Ezra Levin, Mayor Brandon Johnson, Rep. Eric Swalwell, Joyce Vance, and Lisa Rubin join Jonathan Capehart. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mayor Brandon Johnson's $16.6 billion budget revives the head tax and tests the limits of his support in the City Council. Crain's reporter Justin Laurence discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Cboe looks to extend options hours in overnight trading push, nearly 2 million Illinoisans set to lose SNAP benefits amid congressional stalemate, BDO faces a reputational test after the First Brands bankruptcy, Medline net sales in first half reach $13.5 billion ahead of IPO and Spirit Halloween to open Christmas-themed stores in Illinois this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mayor Brandon Johnson gave his highly anticipated budget address last week. The headline has been the city's $1.19 billion budget deficit. Now we've got our first look at how City Hall wants to balance the budget. WTTW's Heather Cherone walks us through the biggest proposed tax hikes, spending cuts, and the political climate heading into budget negotiations.   Good News: Bulls Home Opener 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. 20 episode:  The Other Art Fair Broadway in Chicago Window Nation Deborah's Place Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Tensions are escalating in Chicago as Mayor Brandon Johnson addresses the challenges facing his city amidst rising violence and federal intervention. The episode explores the implications of 'ICE Free Zones' and the ongoing struggle between local governance and federal authority. We also discuss the broader implications of these issues on American society, touching on themes of accountability, community safety, and political dynamics. Sponsor:My PillowWww.MyPillow.com/johnSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Buckle up, Patriots – it's a seismic Thursday on Joe Oltmann Untamed as President Trump's masterstroke shatters the deadlock in the Middle East! After over two grueling years of bloodshed, Israel and Hamas have inked Phase One of the ultimate Peace Plan – ALL hostages freed, troops withdrawing, and a durable truce on the horizon, brokered with Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey's heavy hitters. Trump's thunderous declaration? "BLESSED ARE THE PEACEMAKERS!" – a historic slam-dunk that's got even PA Senator John Fetterman, the lone Democrat warrior, charging full-throttle to nominate Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize if Ukraine follows suit. But hold the cheers: the NFL's Super Bowl halftime bombshell has America raging! Bad Bunny – the anti-ICE agitator who bailed on his U.S. tour fearing raids and sat stone-faced through the National Anthem – snags the biggest stage? Enter TPUSA's epic counterpunch: an ALL-AMERICAN halftime showdown to reclaim our pride from the woke gridiron circus!Crank the intensity as we unleash frontline firebrand Harry Fisher – a battle-hardened paramedic, Army and Air Force veteran, and unyielding COVID vaccine whistleblower who's paid the ultimate price for truth! Author of Safe and Effective, For Profit: A Paramedic's Story Exposing An American Genocide, Harry's expertise cuts like a scalpel through Big Pharma's veil: from whistleblowing on vaccine injuries crippling patients to the brutal backlash that cost him multiple jobs, he's the voice every skeptic needs. We'll grill him on the post-rollout health crises he's witnessed up close, the mandates gutting EMS staffing, and how RFK Jr. 's crusade for informed consent mirrors his own war stories. If you've questioned the jab's dark side or fought for medical freedom, Harry's raw, no-holds-barred takedown will light your fuse – don't miss this paramedic's righteous roar against the profit-driven machine!We storm Chicago's chaos, where ANTIFA thugs – bankrolled by a $100M Democrat-laundered NGO web exposed by the White House – swarm ICE ops like locusts, turning deportations into street brawls! National Guard boots hit pavement organized interference: DHS hauls in illegals while gangbangers (110K strong, per FBI's Kash Patel) lurk in the shadows, locals cheer the crackdown, as woke Mayor Brandon Johnson and Gov. Pritzker screech "illegal!" as Stephen Miller fires back. We wrap with California gubernatorial hopeful Katie Porter's staffer-fueled meltdown – masks on, tempers off!

 Buckle up, Patriots – it's a seismic Thursday on Joe Oltmann Untamed as President Trump's masterstroke shatters the deadlock in the Middle East! After over two grueling years of bloodshed, Israel and Hamas have inked Phase One of the ultimate Peace Plan – ALL hostages freed, troops withdrawing, and a durable truce on the horizon, brokered with Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey's heavy hitters. Trump's thunderous declaration? "BLESSED ARE THE PEACEMAKERS!" – a historic slam-dunk that's got even PA Senator John Fetterman, the lone Democrat warrior, charging full-throttle to nominate Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize if Ukraine follows suit. But hold the cheers: the NFL's Super Bowl halftime bombshell has America raging! Bad Bunny – the anti-ICE agitator who bailed on his U.S. tour fearing raids and sat stone-faced through the National Anthem – snags the biggest stage? Enter TPUSA's epic counterpunch: an ALL-AMERICAN halftime showdown to reclaim our pride from the woke gridiron circus! Crank the intensity as we unleash frontline firebrand Harry Fisher – a battle-hardened paramedic, Army and Air Force veteran, and unyielding COVID vaccine whistleblower who's paid the ultimate price for truth! Author of Safe and Effective, For Profit: A Paramedic's Story Exposing An American Genocide, Harry's expertise cuts like a scalpel through Big Pharma's veil: from whistleblowing on vaccine injuries crippling patients to the brutal backlash that cost him multiple jobs, he's the voice every skeptic needs. We'll grill him on the post-rollout health crises he's witnessed up close, the mandates gutting EMS staffing, and how RFK Jr. 's crusade for informed consent mirrors his own war stories. If you've questioned the jab's dark side or fought for medical freedom, Harry's raw, no-holds-barred takedown will light your fuse – don't miss this paramedic's righteous roar against the profit-driven machine! We storm Chicago's chaos, where ANTIFA thugs – bankrolled by a $100M Democrat-laundered NGO web exposed by the White House – swarm ICE ops like locusts, turning deportations into street brawls! National Guard boots hit pavement organized interference: DHS hauls in illegals while gangbangers (110K strong, per FBI's Kash Patel) lurk in the shadows, locals cheer the crackdown, as woke Mayor Brandon Johnson and Gov. Pritzker screech "illegal!" as Stephen Miller fires back. We wrap with California gubernatorial hopeful Katie Porter's staffer-fueled meltdown – masks on, tempers off!  

Day 8 of the government shutdown. President Trump threatens massive federal layoffs. Glenn Beck stops by to pontificate. Canada's prime minister met with President Trump yesterday. Attorney General Pam Bondi vs. Democrat senators yesterday. 800 million people use AI daily?? Kamala Harris continues her drunken book tour. CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins talks about what it's like covering President Trump. Candace Owens is revealing behind-the-scenes messages from the Charlie Kirk circle. Is there more to the Charlie Kirk assassination story? Introducing Arby's steak nuggets! 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:55 Government Shutdown Day 8 01:41 Trump on Federal Layoffs 02:15 Glenn Beck Joins the Discussion 05:42 What's Wrong with Candace Owens? 12:21 Glenn Beck Going on Tour 19:11 Trump on Cutting Government Spending 24:07 Chuck Schumer on Shutdown 32:02 Mark Carney at the Oval Office 34:51 Trump on Deal with Canada 35:41 Canada Joining America? 37:00 Richard Blumenthal VS. Pam Bondi 38:45 Dick Durbin VS. Pam Bondi 40:01 Adam Schiff VS. Pam Bondi 42:01 Josh Hawley VS. Pam Bondi 44:08 Operation Arctic Frost: Bigger than Watergate 48:18 No Hurricanes This Season 50:15 Chewing the Fat 59:08 Kamala Harris' Book Tour Continues 1:02:15 Is Kamala Harris Drunk at Howard University? 1:06:21 Kaitlyn Collins on Trump's Coverage 1:09:35 Kaitlyn Collins on Trump's Sleeping Habits 1:12:57 Candace Owens on Charlie Kirk's Group Chat 1:16:53 Candace Owens Visited by Charlie Kirk in a Dream?! 1:17:41 Andrew Kolvet on Charlie Kirk's Group Chat 1:21:04 General Flynn on Charlie Kirk Investigation 1:27:41 Harrison Smith Tweets 1:28:24 Josh Hammer Tweets 1:31:38 Arby's Steak Nuggets 1:34:28 Mayor Brandon Johnson on Crime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The A.M. Update tackles the ongoing federal government shutdown, with no mass firings yet, as GOP pushes for resolution. Aaron McIntire exposes the FBI's secret collection of phone records from nine Republican lawmakers under Biden's Arctic Frost investigation. Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson escalates tensions with an "ICE-free zones" executive order, while a personal tale of bizarre accidents adds a quirky twist.   government shutdown, FBI spying, Arctic Frost, Chicago ICE-free zones, Brandon Johnson, Virginia politics, Jay Jones, tariffs, Portland protests, Aaron McIntire, The A.M. Update

 President Trump considers invoking the Insurrection Act of 1807 to send the National Guard to Chicago after Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor JB Pritzker declared the area an "ICE Free Zone." Why the left hopes an unhinged lunatic takes the bait and starts a civil war. Stephen Miller destroys CNN on live TV and conservative journalist Nick Sortor reveals he's gotten "Charlie Kirk- style" death threats from Antifa goons on the streets in Portland. Two senators call for the impeachment of the judge who went super soft on Justice Kavanaugh's tranny would-be assassin.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: 3:05pm- Pork Roll or Taylor Ham…or Neither? During a recent interview, Mikie Sherrill—the Democratic nominee for Governor of New Jersey—declared that “nobody wants pork roll” and that it is “gross.” This is just another reminder that she's a Virginia native! 3:30pm- Data from Emerson College Polling suggests that Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill are tied 43% to 43% in their head-to-head gubernatorial matchup. Meanwhile, National Research—which is considered one of the country's most accurate polling organizations, according to FiveThirtyEight—now has Ciattarelli running 1-point ahead of Sherrill. Republicans in NJ believe Ciattarelli can win, which should boost voter turnout. According to DecisionDeskHQ, Republicans have a mail-in ballot return rate of 18.61%—outpacing Democrats who are at 16.55%. 3:40pm- In response to the Trump Administration's attempted crackdown on violent crime and illegal immigration in Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson outlandishly claimed “the extreme right in this country refuse to accept the results of the Civil War, they have repeatedly called for a rematch. But in the coming weeks, we will use this opportunity to build greater resistance.” Johnson also signed an executive order establishing “ICE-free zones.”

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3 5:00pm- In response to the Trump Administration's attempted crackdown on violent crime and illegal immigration in Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson outlandishly claimed “the extreme right in this country refuse to accept the results of the Civil War, they have repeatedly called for a rematch. But in the coming weeks, we will use this opportunity to build greater resistance.” Johnson also signed an executive order establishing “ICE-free zones.” 5:15pm- In a video circulating on social media, Portland City Council member Angelita Morillo provides explicit direction to the far-left demonstrators—like Antifa—on how to avoid identification while committing crimes during protests. 5:30pm- Pork Roll or Taylor Ham…or Neither? During a recent interview, Mikie Sherrill—the Democratic nominee for Governor of New Jersey—declared that “nobody wants pork roll” and that it is “gross.” This is just another reminder that she's a Virginia native. Newman Price creates a couple of parody songs in reaction to Sherrill's breakfast blasphemy! 5:40pm- While speaking from the Oval Office, President Donald Trump said of far-left climate activist Greta Thunberg: “she has an anger management problem!”

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 4: 6:05pm- Rosemary Becchi—President & Founder of New Jersey Policy Institute—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) President Sean Spiller spending $40 million on his failed NJ gubernatorial primary campaign where he finished in fifth place! Astoundingly, nearly all of his campaign funds came directly from the teacher's union he heads. Understandably, NJEA teachers are upset—and now they're filing a lawsuit. 6:30pm- In response to the Trump Administration's attempted crackdown on violent crime and illegal immigration in Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson outlandishly claimed “the extreme right in this country refuse to accept the results of the Civil War, they have repeatedly called for a rematch. But in the coming weeks, we will use this opportunity to build greater resistance.” Johnson also signed an executive order establishing “ICE-free zones.”

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Show (10/06/2025): 3:05pm- Pork Roll or Taylor Ham…or Neither? During a recent interview, Mikie Sherrill—the Democratic nominee for Governor of New Jersey—declared that “nobody wants pork roll” and that it is “gross.” This is just another reminder that she's a Virginia native! 3:30pm- Data from Emerson College Polling suggests that Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill are tied 43% to 43% in their head-to-head gubernatorial matchup. Meanwhile, National Research—which is considered one of the country's most accurate polling organizations, according to FiveThirtyEight—now has Ciattarelli running 1-point ahead of Sherrill. Republicans in NJ believe Ciattarelli can win, which should boost voter turnout. According to DecisionDeskHQ, Republicans have a mail-in ballot return rate of 18.61%—outpacing Democrats who are at 16.55%. 3:40pm- In response to the Trump Administration's attempted crackdown on violent crime and illegal immigration in Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson outlandishly claimed “the extreme right in this country refuse to accept the results of the Civil War, they have repeatedly called for a rematch. But in the coming weeks, we will use this opportunity to build greater resistance.” Johnson also signed an executive order establishing “ICE-free zones.” 4:05pm- Linda Kerns—Attorney & Pennsylvania Election Integrity Counsel for the Republican National Committee and Donald Trump—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the Public Interest Legal Foundation PA Voter Scorecard! You can find it here: https://publicinterestlegal.org/pa-voter-scorecard/. 4:10pm- Dom Giordano show producer Henry Mashett calls-in LIVE from Citizen Bank Park ahead of today's Phillies-Dodgers game! 4:30pm- Dr. Victoria Coates—Vice President of the Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation & former Deputy National Security Advisor—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss a rough weekend for Philadelphia sports fans, President Donald Trump's 20-point peace plan for Gaza, and the Biden Administration's “Arctic Frost” spying campaign against conservatives. Dr. Coates is author of the book: “The Battle for the Jewish State: How Israel—and America—Can Win.” 5:00pm- In response to the Trump Administration's attempted crackdown on violent crime and illegal immigration in Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson outlandishly claimed “the extreme right in this country refuse to accept the results of the Civil War, they have repeatedly called for a rematch. But in the coming weeks, we will use this opportunity to build greater resistance.” Johnson also signed an executive order establishing “ICE-free zones.” 5:15pm- In a video circulating on social media, Portland City Council member Angelita Morillo provides explicit direction to the far-left demonstrators—like Antifa—on how to avoid identification while committing crimes during protests. 5:30pm- Pork Roll or Taylor Ham…or Neither? During a recent interview, Mikie Sherrill—the Democratic nominee for Governor of New Jersey—declared that “nobody wants pork roll” and that it is “gross.” This is just another reminder that she's a Virginia native. Newman Price creates a couple of parody songs in reaction to Sherrill's breakfast blasphemy! 5:40pm- While speaking from the Oval Office, President Donald Trump said of far-left climate activist Greta Thunberg: “she has an anger management problem!” 6:05pm- Rosemary Becchi—President & Founder of New Jersey Policy Institute—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) President Sean Spiller spending $40 million on his failed NJ gubernatorial primary campaign where he finished in fifth place! Astoundingly, nearly all of his campaign funds came directly from the teacher's union he heads. Understandably, NJEA teachers are upset—and now they're filing a lawsuit. 6:30pm- In response to the Trump Administration's attempted crackdown on violent crime and illegal immigration in Chic ...

Tensions are escalating in Chicago as Mayor Brandon Johnson addresses the challenges facing his city amidst rising violence and federal intervention. The episode explores the implications of 'ICE Free Zones' and the ongoing struggle between local governance and federal authority. We also discuss the broader implications of these issues on American society, touching on themes of accountability, community safety, and political dynamics. Sponsor:My PillowWww.MyPillow.com/johnSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

September 30, 2025; 8pm: Tonight, Chris is live from Chicago with Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Governor of Illinois JB Pritzker. Plus, Sen. Ruben Gallego on Trump's alarming address to military brass. And hours away from a shutdown, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio Cortez on the Democratic strategy and the stakes for America. To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.