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From Madigan Name Drop to Wave of New Alders — Your Politics Roundup
The Chicago Tribune reported Friday that Congressman and mayoral candidate Jesús “Chuy” García is referenced in court filings in former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan’s corruption case. Incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot has been going after García’s tie
How Latinos Fought the Machine for a Political Voice
Chicago’s Latinx population makes up the city’s second largest demographic, with the largest groups being of Mexican and Puerto Rican origin. And from City Council to Congress, we continue to see more Latinos represented in politics. With Congressman Jesu
More Transit Problems, Big Bears Moves, and Taylor Swift Parties
The Regional Transit Authority, which coordinates financing for CTA, Metra, and Pace, is predicting a $730 million budget gap beginning in 2026. The agency is looking for solutions, especially as ridership remains low. Host Jacoby Cochran, Block Club’s Ja
Why Visit Lakeview? 'Real People Live Here’
Some people go to Lakeview for the bars, others go for the Cubs — everyone's got a different take on the North Side neighborhood. City Cast listener Joel Simon has lived in Lakeview for over 20 years and says there’s actually something for everyone. He gi
Mayoral Candidates Have Just 6 Weeks to Win You Over
All nine candidates for mayor are scheduled to meet Thursday for their first televised debate on ABC 7. Voters and reporters got a taste over the weekend at two forums where they tried to “out-progressive” each other, taking a few shots at their competito
Springfield Action, Lightfoot’s Campaign Fumble, and Bald Eagles Love IL
Mayor Lori Lightfoot's reelection team may have violated Chicago’s ethics ordinance and federal law when her campaign sent emails to CPS staff asking them to encourage students to volunteer with the campaign. Plus, there was a lot of action in Springfield
What Does ‘The Fugitive’ Get Wrong About Chicago? Nothing.
In City Cast Chicago’s occasional series, “Re: VIEWS” we invite guests to re-watch a Chicago film and dissect elements like “Best line” or “Best shot of the city.” Host Jacoby Cochran talks about the classic 1993 movie “The Fugitive” with one of its super
Are Illinois Schools Wrong on Reading?
Some educators in Illinois are challenging the way reading is traditionally taught in schools. They say a more evidence-based approach would get more kids reading at grade level. Cassie Walker Burke is an editor at WBEZ and recently reported on how Illino
Will Walgreens Become Your Doctor’s Office?
In addition to cough drops, toilet paper, and pantyhose, your future Walgreens shopping list could include a checkup with a doctor. The Deerfield-based drugstore chain has invested billions of dollars over the past few years to add primary care clinics to