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The newest member of the Springfield City Council stops in to introduce himself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of the Springfield City Council's proposed ordinance banning homeless encampments,  Alderman Brad Carlson joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss whether the issue is a matter of public safety or public nuisance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kori Rodley is a lifelong Oregonian who was elected to the Springfield City Council in 2019 and she is the first out lesbian to serve on the council. Currently, she serves as chair of the Springfield Economic Development Agency (SEDA), chair of the Lane County Human Services Commission, and as a voting member of the League of Oregon Cities General Government Policy Committee. Her past service has included Springfield Utility Board budget committee and the 4J school district Equity Committee. In her day job she works with Lane County Developmental Disabilities Services. Kori and her spouse, Teri, are the proud parents of five adult children and the extra-proud grandmas to 7-year-old Calvin and 3 year-old Penny.  In her “spare time” she loves digging in to renovate their “empty-nester” 1949 home and garden in the heart of Springfield. Kori is passionate about improving the housing and livability in Springfield, as well as creating an environment that supports diverse small businesses and building a community that is safe, welcoming, and inclusive for all. https://kori-rodley.com/

Podcast from August 7, 2024, on the Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network, online at heartlandnewsfeed.com, Spreaker, the Heartland Newsfeed Alexa radio skill, and other platforms. Now available on Google Assistant speakers!Listen Live: https://www.heartlandnewsfeed.com/Follow us on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hlnfradionetworkTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/HLNF_BulletinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartlandnewsfeedMastadon: https://liberdon.com/@heartlandnewsfeedTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@heartlandnewsfeedDiscord: https://discord.gg/6b6u6DTPlease support us with your financial supportStreamlabs: https://streamlabs.com/heartlandmediaPayPal: https://www.paypal.me/heartlandmediaSquare Cash: https://cash.app/$heartlandnewsfeedPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/heartlandnewsfeedCrypto via 1UpCoin: https://1upcoin.com/donate/heartlandmediaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heartland-newsfeed-radio-network--2904397/support.

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about. Topics Discussed In This Interview: Twelve residents, seven businesses and one nonprofit affected by the June 19 fire at 413 E Adams St. in downtown Springfield have received checks from the INB Benefit for the Businesses Affected by the Adams Family Fire fund.   Springfield Gymnastics Center has a new facility under construction on the west side, but in the meantime, the business will operate out of the former Shop ‘n Save property on the corner of Wabash Avenue and Chatham Road.   Information about the tragic death of Aviatori Coffeehouse owner Juliana Turchetti in Montana. The Springfield City Council has approved zoning that would allow for construction of a distribution center for Frito Lay. Employing 150 to 200 full-time workers at a warehouse the size of almost four football fields, it would be built along Interstate 55 near the Chatham exit.   Subscribe to the Springfield Business Journal and their weekly Biz Bites email newsletter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Landmark Ford on Prairie Crossing Drive hosts the show as the guys discuss the Springfield City Council's compromise ordinance setting the cutoff for alcohol sales at 2 a.m. beginning Jan. 1, and Sacred Heart-Griffin High School President Dr. Bill Moredock talks about efforts to help a family displaced by a house fire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kori Rodley is a lifelong Oregonian who was elected to the Springfield City Council in 2019 and she is the first out lesbian to serve on the council. Currently, she serves as chair of the Springfield Economic Development Agency (SEDA), chair of the Lane County Human Services Commission, and as a voting member of the League of Oregon Cities General Government Policy Committee. Her past service has included Springfield Utility Board budget committee and the 4J school district Equity Committee. In her day job she works with Lane County Developmental Disabilities Services. Kori and her spouse, Teri, are the proud parents of five adult children and the extra-proud grandmas to 7-year-old Calvin and 3 year-old Penny.  In her “spare time” she loves digging in to renovate their “empty-nester” 1949 home and garden in the heart of Springfield. Kori is passionate about improving the housing and livability in Springfield, as well as creating an environment that supports diverse small businesses and building a community that is safe, welcoming, and inclusive for all. https://kori-rodley.com/

Bishop reviews Tuesday's Springfield City Council meeting with The Council Corral, and takes a look at some of the overview for the proposed city budget. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Bishop reviews Tuesday's Springfield City Council meeting with The Council Corral, and takes a look at some of the overview for the proposed city budget. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Bishop reviews Tuesday's Springfield City Council meeting with The Council Corral where aldermen talked about the status of a new sports complex, a new state law impacting Springfield employers and the city's message with suggestions on how to interact with those experiencing homelessness. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about. Topics Discussed In This Interview: Alliance Community Bank is expanding its Springfield presence with a new branch on the far west side.   HDR, a national engineering, architecture, and natural resources consulting firm, has expanded its presence in Springfield with the opening of a new office on West Iles Avenue.   Despite recent questions from the Springfield City Council about how public money will flow to the Scheels Sports Park project and the viability of private financing, the project remains on track to be fully operational by spring 2025, according to Ryan McCrady, president of the Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance. Subscribe to the Springfield Business Journal and their weekly Biz Bites email newsletter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bishop reviews Tuesday's Springfield City Council meeting with The Council Corral where aldermen talked about the status of a new sports complex, a new state law impacting Springfield employers and the city's message with suggestions on how to interact with those experiencing homelessness. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Bishop delivers the Council Corral, a review of the Springfield City Council meeting. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Bishop delivers the Council Corral, a review of the Springfield City Council meeting. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Bishop delivers the Springfield City Council Corral, a review of Tuesday's Springfield City Council meeting. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Bishop delivers the Springfield City Council Corral, a review of Tuesday's Springfield City Council meeting. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Bishop talks with Jim Kroll from S&K Buick GMC in Springfield about a new incentive for their customers, but also about the recent story he shared with the Springfield City Council about a crime one of his employees was victim to. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Bishop talks with Jim Kroll from S&K Buick GMC in Springfield about a new incentive for their customers, but also about the recent story he shared with the Springfield City Council about a crime one of his employees was victim to. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

The new members of the Springfield City Council discuss a variety of topics, notably how Robin Roberts Stadium can be improved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Read the stories here. Dark Night Halloween World Returns bigger than ever on Friday, October 13th and will become the first haunted attraction designed and managed by A.I.; The Springfield City Council unanimously voted to repeal the bill declaring the use of eminent domain on The Hotel of Terror; Haunters Against Hate Founder Paul Lanner discusses protecting LGBTQ youth in a recent article in Bear World Magazine; The Former Manager of Max's Revenge Haunted Attraction faces charges after sexual assault allegations; The Chamber of Haunters announces "The Chamber University" educational organization.

Bishop delivers the Springfield City Council Roundup, a review of Tuesday's Springfield City Council meeting.

Bishop delivers the Springfield City Council Roundup, a review of Tuesday's Springfield City Council meeting. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Hour 3 -  Good Wednesday morning! Here's what Nick Reed covers this hour: A former Springfield City Council candidate is urging council members to speak up for the Springfield trans community. Transableism is a newer term in which a person actually "identifies" as handicapped. Nick is going to a concert over the summer at the Starlight Theater in Kansas City. They sent him a survey, and one of the questions was if he self-identified as a disabled person.

The outgoing three-term alderman visits with Sam about his tenure on the Springfield City Council and city business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Six Flags Magic Mountain announces Scream Break haunt event; Attendee registration opens for the Midwest Haunters Convention; Ghosts of Summer tickets go on sale; Hotel of Terror deemed as an eminent domain by Springfield City Council; All Saints Lunatic Asylum hosts 8th annual Rotten Egg Hunt; Vendors unite to negotiate a better trade deal with bankrupt Party City; The Recreational Fear Lab at Aarhus University studies the psychology of horror movies; Explore this past year's Transworld's Halloween & Attractions Show with Philip & Elsie. Read more here

Bishop reviews the moments from this week's Springfield City Council meeting where Alderman Shawn Gregory demanded respect from others during discussion on securing public funds for a nonprofit project near his ward.

Hour 1 -  Good Wednesday morning! Here's what Nick Reed covers this hour: The Springfield City Council voted 9-0 Tuesday night to classify Hotel of Terror as eminent domain. The council said that the hotel could operate one more season. Wow. Thanks, council. Actress Aubrey Plaza recently recalled a “bulls---” youth conference she attended at age 16 that included then-Senator Joe Biden. Former Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill claimed that President Biden showed “courage” by visiting Ukraine while Former President Trump was “afraid” to go to Afghanistan... Trump DID go to Afghanistan, Clairebear. Trump visited Afghanistan in November 2019, serving Thanksgiving dinner to troops deployed there. He also paid a Thanksgiving visit to troops in Iraq with then-First Lady Melania Trump in 2018.

Bishop airs highlights from a more than 4 hour Springfield City Council meeting about the city's budget

Hour 2 -  Good Tuesday morning! Here's what Nick Reed covers this morning: Springfield City Council is meeting tonight to discuss the Renewal of Jordan Creek project. Hotel of Terror in downtown Springfield is facing condemnation due to this project. Instead of allowing public input regarding the issue, the meeting is closed door. There is a protest scheduled this evening at 6:30 p.m. in front of City Hall. ALSO -  Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey joins Nick Reed: Jamie Reed, a former case manager at the Washington University Transgender Center at St. Louis Children's Hospital, said she quit in November after four years “because I could no longer participate in what was happening there.” Reed is now blowing the whistle on the hospital. Nick and Mr. Bailey also talk about a lawsuit that Missouri joined regarding the pistol-brace rule.

Bishop delivers the Springfield City Council Roundup focused on a closed door meeting about a debt to the utility being waived for the Wyndham City Centre.

Norma Champion's career started in the 1950s, hosting a children's television show on KY3. After returning to school to finish her degree, she worked as a professor teaching broadcasting at Evangel University. In a twist to her career, she was elected to Springfield City Council in 1987, which launched a decadeslong run in politics, including as a member of the Missouri House of Representatives and Senate. There, she addressed issues relating to health care, family and children, and education. She's accumulated a long list of honors, but she says reflecting on her career now at 90 years old, it's the memories around the personal connections she's built that are the most significant. In this episode, Norma and I talk about how her faith influences her life, the impact of the death of her first husband and losing her vision, and what she still hopes to accomplish.

Hour 3 -  Good Wednesday morning! Here's what Nick Reed covers this hour: Springfield City Council approved an ordinance bringing the city into compliance with Missouri's recently passed recreational marijuana constitutional amendment. Hosmer was the only objection to the ordinance. Hosmer stated the proposed regulation would allow the sale of recreational marijuana too close to children. Do you remember the game, The Sims? The game is now catering to transgender users. In a recent update, the game added top surgery scars, breast binders, and shapewear. The games states that these clothing options are often used by transgender and non-binary people to help them alleviate gender dysphoria. Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley will announce the launch of her 2024 presidential campaign in the coming weeks. According to CBS News, the FBI conducted a previously undisclosed search of the Penn Biden Center back in November. We're just now finding out about this. Nick shares an email from Liberty Utilities.

Bishop presents The Council Roundup review of Tuesday's Springfield City Council Committee of the Whole.

Bishop talks with Matt Scherer about the Springfield City Council eying prohibiting 'electric surfboards' on lake Springfield.

Hour 3 -  Good Monday morning! Here's what Nick Reed covers: We may bring on Rep. Eric Burlison on every Monday to give us updates. Far-left protesters rioted in downtown Atlanta on Saturday evening, lighting a police car on fire and breaking business windows. The Springfield City Council has delayed an ethic overhaul.

Bishop presents The Council Roundup where Springfield city alderman tackle zoning, trash cans and a controversial case involving the death of a man and two EMTs facing charges.

Hour 3 -  Good Thursday morning! Rapper Cardi B went on a 60-second inflation rant on Twitter. A local CBS news affiliate sent an email to the primary Super PAC supporting former President Trump's 2024 campaign Wednesday, calling Trump a number of names and saying he should “prepare” for prison. The email was sent by someone at KRCG CBS 13 in Missouri. Who in the world would shell out hundreds of thousands of dollars for Hunter Biden's works? The mother of one of his children is asking a court to force the president's son to reveal that information in an ongoing child support case in which Hunter is requesting his payments be reduced. Springfield City Council met with leaders from City Utilities this week to discuss the future of the Springfield bus system and energy production.

Bishop delivers the Springfield City Council Roundup

Tom calls in after watching the video of the police gunfight in Decatur, and Sam weighs in on the Springfield City Council discussion on a resolution to ask for a casino license. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys discuss the Springfield City Council's rejection of a proposal to convert much of the Wyndham into residential units, and some callers weigh in with what's on their minds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode I talk with another Springfield City Council member, Craig Hosmer to discuss where Springfield, Missouri is at in improving our response to victim-survivors in a fair and sympathetic manner. He'll discuss the training of not only police officers but also judges and prosecutors in becoming trauma informed in their jobs. He reveals his view of the justice system and admits that the process is slow and often traumatic for victim-survivors. This is the first part of our conversation about the important role City Council has in protecting our community from sexual assault and rape. Learn more about Springfield, Missouri's City Council Articles and Resources from Season 1 Self-Care Tips for Mind Body and Soul Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rapethepodcast/message

Hour 2 - Happy Tuesday! Here's what Nick Reed covers this hour: Mark your calendar for the SECOND annual Can't Wait For Summer Kickoff event! Monica Horton was sworn in last night at the Springfield City Council meeting. The council chose Horton to fill the vacant Zone 1 council seat after Angela Romine decided to step down to run for state office. The Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity ordinance, or SOGI for short, is once again making headlines.

Hour 2 -  Guest: Tom Martz Happy Friday! Tom Martz and Nick Reed are live at Scramblers Diner for the Friday Road Show. Here's what they cover this hour: Tom tells us today's date in history. Today is also Sarah's brothers birthday. Happy birthday, Ian! Quote of the day. A quick game of Republican vs Democrat. Tom reads legislation and Nick has to guess if it was proposed by a Republican or a Democrat. Feel free to play along at home. We have a new Springfield City Council member.  Monica Horton will represent Springfield's Zone One on City Council, replacing Angela Romine. Horton will assume her new duties at the Council meeting on Monday, April 18, 2022.

LIVE WEDNESDAY @ 4:00 pm Pacific, It's the Boze Noze Show! My Guest will be Victoria Doyle who is running for Springfield City Council Ward 5. We will find out who Vicky is and why she wants to serve the people of Springfield. We also just might have a conversation about round-a-bouts and Main Street. If we go off-topic and start talking about dogs then you will have to understand we both have a few and like each other's dog posts on Facebook. We can also talk about Dawn, Heather, and Joe voting to increase the pay for Lane County Commissioners that already make well over $100,000 in salary and benefits. Hopefully by Wednesday people will stop talking about a live broadcast of an assault on a millionaire by another millionaire. I predict that their lawyers will get rich in the aftermath. We can also talk about anything else on your mind, just give us a call! The Boze Noze Show is live at 4:00 pm Pacific on Wednesdays. You can listen to the show online (just click the picture below) or on your phone by calling 646-721-9887. Just press "1" if you want to join the conversation. If you can't make the live show and you have a question or comment the Jay Bozievich, send him an e-mail at talk@KRBNradio.net. NOW also broadcasting thru Facebook Live on the KRBN Internet News Talk Radio page! You can find previous shows easily by searching for "iTunes KRBN Internet News Talk Radio

Continuing the conversations around serving and leadership, Jeremy invites City Councilman Abe McGull to The Riff to hear his journey of following Jesus, working in government courts, and being elected to Springfield City Council. Let's go for it. Submit A Question To The Riff

Hour 1b -  Angela Romine joins Nick Reed this morning. Here's what they cover: Springfield City Council member, Angela Romine, announced earlier this week that she will be resigning from the council. Romine will be running for State Senate District 30 seat, which is currently represented by State Senator Lincoln Hough. Angela joins us this morning to talk about why she decided to run for the seat.

Hour 3b -  Nick Reed talks about a variety of topics in the news, including: Springfield City Council member, Angela Romine, announced last night that she will be resigning from the council. Romine will be running for State Senate District 30, which is currently represented by State Senator Lincoln Hough. Angela will be joining us tomorrow morning, so make sure to tune in. President Trump made the comment yesterday that Putin's moves are genius. The left and the media are having a field day with the comment.

Hour 1 -  Nick Reed talks about a variety of topics in the news, including: Springfield City Council member, Angela Romine, announced last night that she will be resigning from the council. Romine will be running for State Senate District 30, which is currently represented by State Senator Lincoln Hough. We have some winter weather moving our way this afternoon. Several schools have already called off class for this morning. The Springfield News-Leader is going after the new medical care center, Freedom Health Systems. In a recent article, the News-Leader wrote "Ozark clinic spreads debunked COVID cures and vaccine myths." Nick shares a piece from The Federalist about recent information released about the CDC and data they may have hid from the public.

Bishop On Air connects with Ald.Shawn Gregory to preview some of what could come up during tonight's Springfield City Council budget meeting

Hour 3 -  Nick Reed talks about a variety of topics in the news, including: Last month, the Springfield City Council voted to approve a new Springfield flag. A group who opposed the new flag started collecting signatures to get the decision reversed. A petition was submitted to the city, but turned down because they claim there was an insufficient number of signatures. The group was not granted extra days to collect new signatures. There was a survey conducted on how Springfield residents feel about the flag. Turns out, there was a lot of duplicate respondents. An internal investigation of the Metropolitan Police Department has reportedly found the beating of an unconscious Trump supporter by an officer during the Jan. 6 Capitol protest to be "objectively reasonable."

Ward 5 Alderwoman Lakeisha k Purchase joins Bishop On Air on WMAY News to preview tonight's Springfield City Council meeting.

Sam, Greg and Paul discuss a busy high school basketball night and action by the Springfield City Council, and some callers check in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BusinessTalk, BusinessWest Editor George O'Brien has a lively, wide-ranging discussion with Tracye Whitfield, one of BusinessWest's recently named Women of Impact for 2021, several of whom have been spotlighted in recent weeks. The two talk about everything that went into this honor, from her passion for service on the Springfield City Council to her recent appointment as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion officer in West Springfield to her work mentoring young people. It's a compelling discussion and must listening, so join us on BusinessTalk, a podcast presented by BusinessWest in partnership with Living Local. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BusinessTalk, BusinessWest Editor George O'Brien has a lively, wide-ranging discussion with Tracye Whitfield, one of BusinessWest's recently named Women of Impact for 2021, several of whom have been spotlighted in recent weeks. The two talk about everything that went into this honor, from her passion for service on the Springfield City Council to her recent appointment as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion officer in West Springfield to her work mentoring young people. It's a compelling discussion and must listening, so join us on BusinessTalk, a podcast presented by BusinessWest in partnership with Living Local.

Nick Reed talks about a variety of topics in the news, including: The Springfield city council passed a resolution on Monday encouraging vaccination against COVID-19. The measure was requested by Councilman Abe McGull, who said the measure was “an act of love.”  Angela Romine was the only one who voted against the resolution.

Nick Reed and Tom Martz are live on location at Scramblers Diner. Here's what they cover this hour: Tom Martz will be filling in for Nick Reed on Friday. The show will NOT be live at Scramblers Diner. Fact checking the rules and regulations on shower heads. This day in history. Tom weighs in on the interview with Springfield City Council member, Angela Romine.

The alderman discusses the Springfield City Council's approval of plans for a sports complex in Legacy Pointe and other business from Tuesday's council meeting.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Springfield City Council voted to end the citywide mask mandate at 11:59 p.m. on May 27.

Heather Hardinger is one of the newest members of Springfield City Council after winning 41% of votes for General Seat A during the April 2021 election. Heather has devoted her career to workforce and economic development, while also pursuing passion projects by volunteering with equity commissions and national hunger relief initiatives. As a child growing up in Alaska, there were times when her family didn’t have stable housing and her mom applied for public assistance. Heather says those experiences give her the understanding and empathy to be a leader for all people in the community.

A Massachusetts superior court judge has largely sided with the Springfield City Council in its lawsuit against Mayor Domenic Sarno over a 2018 ordinance seeking to establish a police commission.

The long-time Springfield City Council member and chair of the Sangamon County Democrat Party takes over the position vacated by Andy Manar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Springfield, Oregon Mayor Sean VanGordon joins the podcast as an interview guest. On January 19th the Springfield City Council selected (then) Councilor Sean VanGordon to serve as Springfield’s Interim Mayor effective immediately (replacing the previous mayor who resigned August ‘20). Mayor Sean VanGordon serves on the Springfield Economic Development Agency, the Springfield Budget Committee, the HOME Consortium, Lane ACT, the Springfield Legislative Committee, the Springfield Library Board, the Springfield Development Code Update Project Advisory Committee, and the Lane County Poverty & Homeless Board. Sean is married to his high school sweetheart, Elaine, and the father of twin girls, Katie and Livy. His hobbies include watching Ducks sports, reading non-fiction books, following current affairs, gaming, and walks with his Labrador, Trajan. (info taken from his Facebook page) The appointment of Interim Mayor leaves a vacant seat representing Ward 1 on the Springfield City Council. Information about the interim Councilor recruitment was made available on the City’s website, and social media sites starting January 20th. (link below) springfield-or.gov/city/mayor-and-city-council/council/interim-councilor-recruitment/ Mayor Sean VanGordon FB page (FOLLOW THIS PAGE) facebook.com/VanGordon4Springfield Hosted by Patty Rose Ending track “Nature” By Coldfire Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro More Wealth, Less Debt… Fast! Oregoncashflowpro.com Check out the podcast official website strpod.com

It's a momentous week—IT'S OUR BIRTHDAY!—(what? was there an election or something?) Listen as Producer Lindsey rejoins Kristi to discuss Halloween, the presidential election (spoiler alert: Kristi thinks her producer is a nutty liberal!), and some serious ethics violations on the Springfield City Council. Tune in and be sure to share your own thoughts on our Facebook Page! Brought to you by our amazing sponsors! Task9 SMOJS Law Offices of Wampler & Passanise Debra Brady at Team Real Estate --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/realtalkwithkristi/support

9/23/20-- The 2020 Massachusetts primary election was unlike any we’d ever seen. Months before, legislators and the Secretary of the Commonwealth scrambled to provide a vote-by-mail system. A pre-election survey conducted by The MassINC Polling Group found that 4 in 10 voters planned to vote via mail. When all was said and done, in many cities and towns, the proportion of mail-in voters was far higher. But, according to MassINC Polling Group research director Rich Parr, utilization of mail-in voting and early voting varied wildly town by town. “If you look at the eleven original Gateway Cities, 52% of [votes] were coming in early, compared to 66% of the other cities and towns. So there’s a pretty big gap there.” This is important because low-income and minority communities tend to have lower turnout, especially in primaries. “People had hoped that by allowing people to vote early or mail in their ballots, you reduce the many barriers that low-income people may disproportionately face," said host Ben Forman. Early voting and vote-by-mail opportunities don’t appear to have changed that. Parr said Springfield, Lawrence, Brockton, New Bedford, Holyoke, and Chicopee were all on the very low end in terms of early voting. The socioeconomic divide persists. “The towns that had a higher percentage of voters that had a Bachelor’s degree or higher, that was the thing that most lined up with how much they were voting early.” -- Turnout imbalances that skew the electorate is just one of the many reasons our state legislature doesn't reflect the diversity of Massachusetts residents. Springfield City Councilor Adam Gomez spoke with Ben about how he was able to overcome this challenge to defeat an incumbent state senator in the democratic primary. Gomez said his constituents wanted to see more of their state Senator, and they wanted issues addressed like health disparities and housing. “On housing and health -- the pandemic happened and showed how economically challenged this district was.” Police accountability and the Black Lives Matter movement was also top-of-mind for many voters, Gomez said. And his focus on those issues may have played a part in his victory against incumbent James Welch. “For a very long time I’ve been a part of the BLM movement, and also police accountability. That also played a factor, knowing that [Welch] voted down the qualified immunity amendment.” The Springfield City Council in June filed a resolution in support of the Senate version of the police bill that included an amendment to limit the qualified immunity that protects police officers from civil lawsuits. Gomez shares his story about being arrested at a young age and his plans to champion criminal justice reform alongside health, housing, and police accountability when he joins the state senate next year.

9/17/20-- This week brought news that Ralph Gants, the Chief Justice of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court died suddenly at the age of 65. Gants was an advocate for racial justice, whose call for Harvard to explore racial inequities in the Massachusetts criminal justice system resulted in the publication of a report just last week. As Stephanie and Jenn note, Governor Baker will appoint two justices to the bench this year, as Justice Barbara Lenk plans to retire in December. Once the appointments have been made, Baker will have been responsible for putting up every justice on the Supreme Court bench. The Boston Globe reports that the only other governor to have appointed an entire slate of justices was John Hancock, the first and third governor of Massachusetts. In municipal news, Michelle Wu has officially announced her run for Boston Mayor, and Steve is armed with polling numbers illustrating Wu's favorability stacked against sitting Mayor Marty Walsh. Wu's popularity is lower than Walsh's, but Steve predicts younger voters could be extremely influential in this election, and their role could take shape in a similar fashion that unfolded in Ayanna Pressley's 2018 bid for Congress against incumbent Mike Capuano. Steve explains, younger people learned about Ayanna Pressley, became likely voters, and ultimately became her supporters. Meanwhile on Beacon Hill, the legislative session continues beyond its traditional July 31st end date after legislators moved to extend it through the end of 2020. Even with extra time dedicated passing major legislation on health care, transportation, housing and more, lawmakers have yet to make notable progress just yet. BFF of the pod and State House News Service reporter Katie Lannan stops by the show and explains that even though major developments haven't been made yet, because the legislative session continues, "the hope is still alive" on several of these big-name bills. Over in Western Massachusetts, Springfield City Councilors are making moves to the State House. Councilors Orlando Ramos and Adam Gomez are headed to the State House of Representatives and Senate, respectively, after winning their Democratic primary elections. Matt Szafranski, editor-in-chief of the Western Massachusetts Politics and Insight blog, says Springfield City Council is "now a viable political launchpad." Plus, Matt provides insight into the 2nd Hampden-Hampshire district, where a rematch is underway between sitting state Senator John Velis and challenger Republican John Cain.

This morning on Daybreak in 10 we cover: Springfield City Council passes masking ordinance learn what that means for you and hear from local protestors who feel the ordinance violates their rights, as well as many more stories for you Tuesday, July 14:

This morning on Daybreak in 10 we cover: The Springfield City Council discusses body cameras for the Springfield Police Departments and learn about a man who has worked for Silver Dollar City since he was 14-years-old, these stories and more for you this Tuesday:

FULL SHOW 4-23-20 Adam Gomez from Springfield City Council by Bax & O'Brien Podcast

I hosted the Ward 3 Candidate Forum for the Springfield City Council. The Candidates are Kori Rodley, Johanis Tadeo and Kris McAlister. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mark-molina4/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark-molina4/support

As we prepare for the 2019 legislative session, we spoke with Oregon Representative John Lively, a democrat representing Springfield, District 12. He has lived in Springfield for more than 50 years but was born in LaGrande and grew up in Wallowa. He has served on the Springfield City Council and as the city's mayor and is headed into his seventh session for the Oregon legislature. Last year he began serving on the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Education where budget recommendations are made for the education portion of the state budget. He is also a member and chair of the House Committee on Early Childhood and Family Supports which is focused on programs for children age 0-5. In this interview, we discuss his experiences working on behalf of children and families and how that work has evolved over the years. We also explore the role of Oregon's Early Learning Hubs in supporting early learning efforts, economic factors that impact family stability, the state revenue forecast for the next biennium, and much more.

WMAY morning news, Ray and Greg talk about the historic summit between President Donald Trump and N. Korea's Kim Jun Un, an explosive confrontation at a Springfield City Council meeting, and the best ice cream flavors