Podcasts about safe t act

As Illinois lawmakers prepare for a new session, House Republican Leader Tony McCombie is urging the state to change course, focusing on affordability, public safety, and job-driven infrastructure. McCombie says Illinois families are struggling with rising costs, making daily sacrifices while, in her view, state leaders prioritize spending over real solutions. She's calling for reforms to the SAFE-T Act, stronger victims' rights, and a rollback of energy policies she says are hiking utility bills. Infrastructure investment and job growth, especially outside Chicago, remain key concerns. McCombie warns that without shifts in priorities, Illinois risks further economic uncertainty.

Ted Dabrowski (Wirepoints co-founder & Republican candidate for Governor 2026) joins Pete Jansons and Joe Weiss to drop truth bombs: how to slash your property taxes, end the pension disaster, bring universal school vouchers, repeal SAFE-T Act, and stop Illinois families fleeing to Texas & Florida. Zero filter, all solutions.Key Moments:0:00 – Ted's father jumps communist ship to escape Poland9:49 – Why Ted is running for Governor17:31 – Illegal immigration driving up property taxes & rents20:04 – 850 school districts & insane superintendent salaries26:19 – Dolton superintendent makes $500k+ while kids can't read31:38 – Pension crisis explained like you're in a cab44:40 – Repeal SAFE-T Act, bring back cash bail, back the police54:47 – Universal school vouchers & why Democrats block them1:12:37 – Meet Ted NEXT Saturday Dec 20, 9–10:30am @ Duffers (free breakfast!)Support Ted's campaign:

0:30 - Who's your white knight? 13:21 - Sports & Politics 33:12 - Finding the kids 59:31 - Race 2 Dinner for the low, low price of $5000 you can get identitarian absolution 01:06:22 - Will County State’s Attorney Jim Glasgow reflects on navigating the Safe-T Act and offers praise for Cook County’s Eileen O’Neill Burke. 01:37:06 - Paul Jacobs of Food for the Poor explains how your support brings food, water, and hope to children across Latin America and the Caribbean — join in this Christmas season of giving. 01:48:44 - Jessica Melugin, Director of the Center for Technology & Innovation at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, raises concerns about Trump’s AI Executive Order — but sees it moving in the right direction. 02:02:07 - Open Mic Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Revisions to the controversial SAFE-T Act? full 57 Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:10:38 +0000 J6zo9lyqSfwWk24I1zYfRlwpMsy3OcN3 news Chicago All Local news Revisions to the controversial SAFE-T Act? A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=h

Revisions to the controversial SAFE-T Act? full 57 Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:10:38 +0000 J6zo9lyqSfwWk24I1zYfRlwpMsy3OcN3 news Chicago All Local news Revisions to the controversial SAFE-T Act? A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=h

Revisions to the controversial SAFE-T Act? full 57 Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:10:38 +0000 J6zo9lyqSfwWk24I1zYfRlwpMsy3OcN3 news Chicago All Local news Revisions to the controversial SAFE-T Act? A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=h

0:30 - Ed Bambas 9:32 - Somali Maine State Rep. Mana Abdi on coming to America 32:20 - Europe has a problem 56:55 - Why Dan Proft is Single 01:13:04 - Visiting fellow at The Heritage Foundation, Steven Bucci, challenges Don Jr.’s predictions about Trump’s next moves in Ukraine. 01:36:45 - Carissa Codel, morning anchor "Ozark's First" on Fox 49, reading viewer comments critical of her size 01:47:28 - Eddie Johnson, former CPD Superintendent, calls for the Safe-T Act’s repeal, insisting that “some people just need to be off the streets.” 02:06:37 - RealClearPolitics’ national political correspondent, Susan Crabtree, breaks down the arrest of the Jan 6 bombing suspect and calls it a win for Kash Patel and the FBI. Check out Susan’s newest book Fool’s Gold: The Radicals, Con Artists, and Traitors Who Killed the California Dream and Now Threaten Us AllSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss the rhetoric over crime and the SAFE-T Act and what may happen in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capitol News Illinois reporter Brenden Moore joins Patrick to discuss what Governor Pritzker will do with the "Medical Aid in Dying" bill on his desk, if Democrats will take up changes to the SAFE-T Act, and what Pritzker's re-election messaging will look like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sun-Times reporter Mitchell Armentrout joined Patrick on a new law signed by Governor Pritzker that eases access to COVID vaccines in Illinois and if Democrats will have to amend the SAFE-T Act in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Way w/John Kass (12/01/25): This week, retired Police Chief, Tom Weitzel (Riverside), joins John Kass & Jeff Carlin to talk about who is to blame for the release of veteran convict Lawrence Reed –who allegedly poured gasoline over 26-year-old Bethany MaGee at random, setting her on fire aboard a Blue Line train– and what […]

0:30 - Trump's turkey pardons… 16:06 - Pritzker willing to tweak SAFE-T Act 34:51 - Dan's Thanksgiving Tips 43:15 - Aftyn Behn: I don't want kids, I want power 54:16 - It’s a DOGE Eat DOGE World 01:13:35 - Pastor Corey Brooks—Senior Pastor of New Beginnings Church of Chicago and founder of Project H.O.O.D.—warns that America has strayed from its moral foundation and urges a renewed embrace of wholesome American values. Follow Corey on his Walk Across America @CoreyBBrooks on X and projecthood.org 01:31:09 - Economist Stephen Moore predicts another government shutdown amid the escalating battle over healthcare. Get more Steve @StephenMoore 01:50:50 - Daniel Patino, Radio Manager and On-Air Fundraiser for Food for the Poor, on bringing Thanksgiving hope to vulnerable children across Latin America and the Caribbean through food, clean water, and compassion.Give today at 560theanswer.com 02:08:00 - Open Mic Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports the latest details about the case against the suspect in a burn attack on the CTA.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports the latest details about the case against the suspect in a burn attack on the CTA.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports the latest details about the case against the suspect in a burn attack on the CTA.

Karen Conti, Partner at Conti & Dolan LLC, joins Lisa Dent to discuss a judges order requiring the man charged with setting a woman on fire on the CTA blue line last week to remain in custody. Conti shares whether or not a flaw in the SAFE-T Act allowed the charged man, with 77 arrests, […]

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Governor Pritzker's first comments following the arrest of a suspect in this week's burn attack on a CTA train.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Governor Pritzker's first comments following the arrest of a suspect in this week's burn attack on a CTA train.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Governor Pritzker's first comments following the arrest of a suspect in this week's burn attack on a CTA train.

In this full episode of All Things Crime, host Jared dives into one of the most shocking cases out of Chicago — a repeat offender with 64 prior arrests was shot and killed while attempting to break into a woman's home. Joining him is criminal justice expert Brian Armstrong, who breaks down what this case reveals about Illinois' no-cash bail policy, repeat violent offenders, and the growing challenges faced by law enforcement.Jared and Brian also discuss the broader impact of policies like the SAFE-T Act, rising domestic violence cases, and how politics, funding, and lack of accountability are shaping crime across major U.S. cities.Whether you're a true crime fan, a law enforcement professional, or someone passionate about justice reform, this episode pulls back the curtain on the hard truths behind the headlines.Support the show:-Subscribe for more interviews and analysis-Leave a review to help others find the podcast-Share this episode with someone who cares about justice

In part 3 of this episode of All Things Crime, host Jared dives into one of the most shocking cases out of Chicago — a repeat offender with 64 prior arrests was shot and killed while attempting to break into a woman's home. Joining him is criminal justice expert Brian Armstrong, who breaks down what this case reveals about Illinois' no-cash bail policy, repeat violent offenders, and the growing challenges faced by law enforcement.Jared and Brian also discuss the broader impact of policies like the SAFE-T Act, rising domestic violence cases, and how politics, funding, and lack of accountability are shaping crime across major U.S. cities.Whether you're a true crime fan, a law enforcement professional, or someone passionate about justice reform, this episode pulls back the curtain on the hard truths behind the headlines.Support the show:-Subscribe for more interviews and analysis-Leave a review to help others find the podcast-Share this episode with someone who cares about justice

In part 2 of this episode of All Things Crime, host Jared dives into one of the most shocking cases out of Chicago — a repeat offender with 64 prior arrests was shot and killed while attempting to break into a woman's home. Joining him is criminal justice expert Brian Armstrong, who breaks down what this case reveals about Illinois' no-cash bail policy, repeat violent offenders, and the growing challenges faced by law enforcement.Jared and Brian also discuss the broader impact of policies like the SAFE-T Act, rising domestic violence cases, and how politics, funding, and lack of accountability are shaping crime across major U.S. cities.Whether you're a true crime fan, a law enforcement professional, or someone passionate about justice reform, this episode pulls back the curtain on the hard truths behind the headlines.Support the show:-Subscribe for more interviews and analysis-Leave a review to help others find the podcast-Share this episode with someone who cares about justice

In part 1 of this episode of All Things Crime, host Jared dives into one of the most shocking cases out of Chicago — a repeat offender with 64 prior arrests was shot and killed while attempting to break into a woman's home. Joining him is criminal justice expert Brian Armstrong, who breaks down what this case reveals about Illinois' no-cash bail policy, repeat violent offenders, and the growing challenges faced by law enforcement.Jared and Brian also discuss the broader impact of policies like the SAFE-T Act, rising domestic violence cases, and how politics, funding, and lack of accountability are shaping crime across major U.S. cities.Whether you're a true crime fan, a law enforcement professional, or someone passionate about justice reform, this episode pulls back the curtain on the hard truths behind the headlines.Support the show:-Subscribe for more interviews and analysis-Leave a review to help others find the podcast-Share this episode with someone who cares about justice

Democrats are defending the two-year SAFE-T Act, which eliminated cash bail in the state. Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) joined Patrick to discuss the law. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the SAFE-T Act has been in effect for two full years, Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) discusses what he sees as failures of the criminal justice reform law. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zoe Leigh (Co-Founder, Chicago Flips Red) and Lanetta M. Thomas (CPS Board Candidate, District 9) join to talk eminent domain, CPS politics, crime, missing millions, and why Chicago's future matters for Lake Forest & Lake Bluff.Why should Lake Forest care? Because Chicago drives Illinois. When businesses close, taxes rise, or CPS sets new standards, the ripple effects hit the North Shore. Lake Forest's economy, schools, and safety are directly tied to Chicago's direction.About Zoe Leigh

**Illinois' cash bail reform**: The state ended cash bail in 2023 with the Pretrial Fairness Act, a move that aims to address the disproportionately negative impact on Black and Brown communities and favoritism towards the wealthy.Explore the history and impact of Illinois' decision to end cash bail statewide in 2023, featuring insights from key advocates and policymakers involved in this monumental change.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: What happened when Illinois ended cash bail? As Laura's guests explain, this deeply discriminatory and unjust system puts “a ransom on people's heads,” disproportionately impacts Black and Brown people, and favors the wealthy who can buy their freedom while leaving the poor to languish in jail. Bail reform has faced tremendous pushback over the years, but Illinois implemented the first-of-its-kind Pretrial Fairness Act, ending cash bail statewide in 2023. The historic win didn't happen overnight. In this episode some of those most involved explain what it took and describe the surprising results. Sharone R. Mitchell Jr., the Cook County Chief Public Defender was the lead policy expert for the Coalition to End Money Bond. Mitchell also heads the state's largest public defender office. State Senator Robert Peters represents Illinois' 13th District and was one of the main sponsors of the Pretrial Fairness Act. He chairs the Senate Labor Committee. Bryce Covert followed this important and under-covered story for The Nation magazine. What has Illinois to teach the nation? All that plus Laura's commentary: Illinois has moved out of the Middle Ages. What's holding the rest of the nation back?Guests:• Bryce Covert: Contributor, The Nation• Sharone R. Mitchell Jr.: Chief Public Defender Cook County, Illinois• Robert Peters: Illinois State Senator, 13th District Watch the episode cut airing on PBS stations across the country at our YouTube channelSubscribe to episode notes via Patreon Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  Corporate Prison Reform Will Not Keep Us Safe: A Report from Los Angeles: Watch / Listen: Podcast Episode• Crime & Migration: An Abolitionist Plan for Immigration Justice: Watch / Listen: Podcast Episode• D.A. Larry Krasner Facing Impeachment: Criminal Justice Reform in the Crosshairs: Watch / Listen: Podcast EpisodeRelated Articles and Resources:•  The Bail Project Responds to Trump's Executive Order to End Cashless Bail, by Devon McMahon, August 25, 2025, The Bail Project• Illinois Has Put an End to the Injustice of Cash Bail, by Bryce Covert, December 2, 2024, The Nation• U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Releases Report:  The Civil Rights Implications of Cash Bail, by U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, January 20, 2022, USCCR.org• Trump Targets Bail Reform, Wants to Let Rich “Buy Their Way Out of Jail”, August 26, 2025, Democracy Now!•  Trump signs executive order to eliminate cashless bail in Washington, by Kira Lerner, August 25, 2025, The Guardian•  Cash bail changes - 2023 - SAFE-T Act, July 2023, Illinois Legal Aid Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Gina Kim, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports President Trump signed an executive order designed to block federal aid from Illinois and other states with "bail reform" laws, while insisting Chicagoans want him to send in federal law enforcement.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports President Trump signed an executive order designed to block federal aid from Illinois and other states with "bail reform" laws, while insisting Chicagoans want him to send in federal law enforcement.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports President Trump signed an executive order designed to block federal aid from Illinois and other states with "bail reform" laws, while insisting Chicagoans want him to send in federal law enforcement.

(The Center Square) – After U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrested a criminal suspect who had been released in Lake County, elected officials are calling for changes to Illinois' SAFE-T Act. According to an ICE statement, Jose Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez, 52, was arrested in Chicago on Saturday. In April, the Mexican national was charged with four felonies, including concealing a death, abusing a corpse and obstructing justice in connection with the death of 37-year-old Megan Bos of Antioch. A Lake County judge released Mendoza-Gonzalez under the Pretrial Fairness Act.

0:00 - Police break Will McNeil's window after traffic stop...but… 9:56 - Russia collusion/Obama treason 31:29 - Obama has tried this before 47:36 - $100M in fire aid raised at concert and nothing to the LA fire victims 53:04 - The government grocer 01:09:15 - Jennifer Bos, mother of Megan Bos, speaks out on the urgent need for changes to Illinois’ SAFE-T Act after the man accused of concealing her daughter’s body was released pretrial 01:35:52 - Noted economist Stephen Moore: Jerome Powell has been completely incompetent. Get more Steve @StephenMoore 01:50:14 - Will Chamberlain, Senior Counsel at the Article III Project, explains why President Obama is likely shielded from prosecution — but others involved remain at risk of conspiracy charges. For more on the Article III Project article3project.org 02:06:51 - John Anthony, host of Detroit’s Morning Answer and Black & Right Radio, opens up about the loss of his son to suicide and the deeply personal journey that led to his new book, Letters to John Boy. John is Host of Detroit’s Morning Answer FM 92.7 – weekdays 6am – 8am CT & Host of Black & Right Radio – Saturdays 4pm – 7pm on 560 the AnswerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Bishop shares recent comments from Illinois elected officials to the arrest by ICE of a Mexican national who was released by local authorities in April despite being arrested for concealing a body.

Greg Bishop reviews statements around news of federal immigration officials detaining a Mexican national who was arrested by Illinois law enforcement earlier this year for the concealment of a women's body but was later released from jail under the state's Pretrial Fairness Act that ended cash bail. Republicans say it's a stark example of the reforms that are needed in both the SAFE-T Act and the state's migrant sanctuary policies.

The Safe-T-Act gave smaller departments extra time to comply. But the requirement kicked in for all law enforcement this month.

  0:00 - Rich Chicagoans getting hammered on their condos   14:22 - Trump with Welker: Hegseth   30:59 - DEATH CULTURE IN THE WEST: Brian Thompson murder   58:36 - KJP noncommittal on preemptive pardons   01:16:55 - Steven Bucci, visiting fellow in The Heritage Foundation's Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies, offers his assessment of al-Jolani & Co assuming control of Syria   01:37:14 - Bob Milan, former first assistant state's attorney of Cook County, IL and former assistant U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois: We must amend the Safe-T-Act and train judges on the importance of protecting the public from violent offenders   01:53:33 - Trump with Welker: birthright citizenship   02:13:14 - NY Times Best Selling author of Tucker, the biography of Tucker Carlson, Chadwick Moore, offers the New Yorker's perspective on the Daniel Penny case and asks  Can Democrats quit transgenderism? For more from Chadwick, check out his substack  substack.com/@chadwickmoore  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Attorney Audriana Anderson from Anderson Attorneys and Advisors joins Jon Hansen to discuss the latest changes in the SAFE-T Act. The two break down how prosecutors must now seek a pre-trial detention for anyone who is accused of certain crimes. To learn more about how Attorney Audriana Anderson can help you, visit www.andersonaa.com/.

Sharone R. Mitchell Jr., Cook County Public Defender, joins Lisa to discuss his issues with the claims that the McHenry County States Attorney made earlier this week. Mitchell Jr. was confused by the numbers presented and says that ‘failure to appear’ cases have slightly fallen since the SAFE-T Act became law. Mitchell Jr. Advocates for […]

Pat Kenneally, McHenry County State’s Attorney, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his view that the SAFE-T Act is not working in McHenry County. Kenneally reviews data that shows the act has failed to deliver on its promise in McHenry County.

Iris Y. Martinez, clerk of the circuit court of Cook County, joins John Williams to discuss her recent op-ed in the Chicago Tribune about how some defendants are missing court appearances and why she believes parts of the SAFE-T act need to be improved.

Iris Y. Martinez, clerk of the circuit court of Cook County, joins John Williams to discuss her recent op-ed in the Chicago Tribune about how some defendants are missing court appearances and why she believes parts of the SAFE-T act need to be improved.

Iris Y. Martinez, clerk of the circuit court of Cook County, joins John Williams to discuss her recent op-ed in the Chicago Tribune about how some defendants are missing court appearances and why she believes parts of the SAFE-T act need to be improved.

One year ago today, Illinois got rid of cash bail under new legislation called the SAFE-T Act. Now, if the state or county want to keep someone in jail, prosecutors have to convince a judge that the accused criminal should remain detained at a pre-trial hearing. St. Louis Public Radio's Will Bauer sat down with Chief Judge Andrew Gleeson at the St. Clair County Courthouse to see how the new system has worked so far.

Also in the news: New study finds the Loop is still the most vital Chicago neighborhood; Amtrack points out new Greyhound bus construction will cause problems; Gary school year has started and more.

Chris Southwood, Illinois Fraternal Order of Police State Lodge President, joins John Williams to talk about how his organization had nothing to do with the grievance filed by the Illinois FOP Labor Council in the shooting of Sonya Massey. Chris also discusses the vetting process when hiring police officers, how the SAFE-T Act made things […]

Chris Southwood, Illinois Fraternal Order of Police State Lodge President, joins John Williams to talk about how his organization had nothing to do with the grievance filed by the Illinois FOP Labor Council in the shooting of Sonya Massey. Chris also discusses the vetting process when hiring police officers, how the SAFE-T Act made things […]

Chris Southwood, Illinois Fraternal Order of Police State Lodge President, joins John Williams to talk about how his organization had nothing to do with the grievance filed by the Illinois FOP Labor Council in the shooting of Sonya Massey. Chris also discusses the vetting process when hiring police officers, how the SAFE-T Act made things […]

Retired Cook County Judge Cara Smith joins Lisa Dent to discuss data collected by the Illinois Supreme Court's Office of Statewide Pretrial Services that determined the effectiveness of the state’s new bail reform law that’s also part of the SAFE-T Act. Judge Smith is the director of the Illinois Supreme Court's Office of Statewide Pretrial […]

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0:00 - Big City Mayors and Joe "you ain't black if you don't vote for me" Biden   12:41 - Killer Mike on Maher: you can't bring yourself to say Biden over Trump?   33:22 - Senate Border Bill   53:25 - National Chairman of the Election Transparency Initiative and former Virginia Attorney General, Ken Cuccinelli, discusses the suspension of the DeSantis campaign and election/ballot integrity. For more on the Election Transparency Initiative electiontransparency.org   01:09:30 - In Depth History w/ Frank from Arlington Heights   01:11:54 - Noah Rothman,  senior writer at National Review:  A Hawkish Bill Meets a Dovish GOP. Noah is a must follow on X @NoahCRothman   01:35:21 - President at Wirepoints, Ted Dabrowski: The government is way behind on sharing the data telling us how the SAFE T Act is going…Get Ted's latest wirepoints.org   01:48:51 -  Elbridge Colby, co-founder and principal of The Marathon Initiative & served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategy and Force Development from 2017-2018: A geopolitical run on the bank is precisely the danger we are now courting. Check out Elbrige's book  The Strategy of Denial: American Defense in an Age of Great Power Conflict 02:05:12 - The Free Speech Union report on the Premier League: Stadium StasisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.