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What DNC Protesters Have to Say
Weve talked about the traffic, weve talked about the hype, and weve talked about the after-parties. But another major component of the Democratic National Convention are the protests. Earlier this week producer Michelle Navarro headed to Union Park whe
What To Do In Chicago After Midnight
Between long speeches at the Democratic National Convention, late night show tapings, and tons of after-parties, you may find yourself out after midnight on a school night this week. So the City Cast Chicago team has put together a list of our favorite la
Live from the DNC! Plus, Real or Onion Headlines?
The Democratic National Convention is officially underway in Chicago, and its all anyone can talk about. Thats why we recorded our episode from McCormick Place to check the vibes and see what this event is actually all about. Plus, to celebrate The Onio
A Chicagoan's Guide to the DNC
The Democratic National Convention starts today. Contributor Leigh Giangreco tells host Jacoby Cochran about road closures, transit changes, security protocols, and everything else Chicagoans should expect this week. Good News: Full Moon Jam at Foster Be
DNC Frustrations, Riot Fest Returns, and Bears’ Hope Rising
Logistics concerns surrounding next weeks Democratic National Convention continue to frustrate West Side residents and media members who believe they've been provided inadequate information about the citys security, transit, and protest protocols. The T
What We Want Chicago Visitors To Know
Every week in the summer, Chicago is packed with tourists, out-of-town family and friends, and suburbanites. Next week, the Democratic National Convention is expecting over 50,000 visitors from across the country. Host Jacoby Cochran and producer Michelle
Our Love Letter to Uncle Remus: A Chi Institution
Food critic Keith Lee visited the city earlier this year and put the West Side chicken staple Uncle Remus at the bottom of Chicagos chicken list. Last year, host Jacoby Cochran tried Uncle Remus in the Austin neighborhood for the first time with Justice
Festival Attendance, Parking Meter Costs, and Olympics Lookback
A week after we dug into the history of Chicagos infamous parking meter deal, the Tribune reports how it could cost the city even more money. Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea talk about some recent arbitration claims. Plus, they r
Yet Another Reason Property Taxes Suck
Cook County homeowners just finished paying property taxes for last year, but some may be paying more than their fair share. Thats because the county assessors office has misclassified hundreds of properties, missing out on at least $444 million in valu
Migrant Work Struggles, Pritzker Wants Sheriff Out, and Rock Bottom Sox
As migrants struggle to get by without legal work authorization, a new investigation found day laborers face exploitation, physical assault, and arrests. City Bureaus Sarah Conway and freelance investigative journalist Sebastian Hidalgo tell us about the