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  • Do You Know Who Owns Your Building? Plus, Can Doula Care Really Cost Thousands?

    Do You Know Who Owns Your Building? Plus, Can Doula Care Really Cost Thousands?
    Oct 28 2026
    We’re asking a question most Chicago renters probably can’t answer: who owns your building? Today we’re talking about the two competing renters’ rights ordinances sitting in City Council and why it’s almost impossible to find out who actually owns your apartment. Host Jacoby Cochran sits down with Illinois Answers Project reporter Alex Nitkin and WBEZ health reporter Kristen Schorsch to break down the latest, including whether the Birth Equity Act is working. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, October 28th episode: Steppenwolf - Adirondack Chair Circle Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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    37 min
  • Are Pritzker and Preckwinkle Shoo-Ins on Election Day?

    Are Pritzker and Preckwinkle Shoo-Ins on Election Day?
    Oct 27 2026
    We have covered school board elections, nonbinding ballot questions, and judicial retention elections ahead of election day next Tuesday. However, two big races we haven’t discussed are for governor and Cook County board president. Chicago Tribune’s AD Quig and Sun-Times’ Mitch Armentrout join us to break down why Gov. JB Pritzker and Board President Toni Preckwinkle are two of the state’s most powerful politicians. Plus, the Pope is cancer-free, the next Cook County assessor faces an uphill battle, and don’t forget about Water Reclamation districts. Good news: Manual Cinema’s Frankenstein Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily 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. 27 episode: Steppenwolf - Adirondack Chair Circle Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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  • Waymo in Chicago. Plus, Investing in Crisis Response

    Waymo in Chicago. Plus, Investing in Crisis Response
    Oct 26 2026
    We’re still not done talking about Mayor Brandon Johnson’s budget proposal. Contributors Leigh Giangreco and Al Scorch discuss crisis assistance response in the city and a potential reopening of a mental health clinic. Plus, driverless cars in Chicago and best-of-all-time Halloween costumes. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago Learn more about the sponsors of this Oct. 26 episode: Steppenwolf - Adirondack Chair Circle You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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    34 min
  • What’s in the Mayor’s 2027 Budget Proposal?

    What’s in the Mayor’s 2027 Budget Proposal?
    Oct 23 2026
    Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled his $17.6 billion budget proposal at City Hall this week. The mayor called it “Chicago’s Fair Share Budget,” after what Harold Washington named his 1986 budget 40 years ago. We are joined by City Hall reporters Brandon Pope and Jake Sheridan to dive into the details, including another attempt at a corporate head tax, new investments in the library and youth jobs, and debates between the mayor and City Council. Good News: Mobb Deep x Talib Kweli, Tank and The Bangas Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily 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. 23 episode: Enjoy Illinois Destination Madison Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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    38 min
  • Sexual Assault Allegations at UChicago Frats. Plus, These Local Businesses Need Your Support

    Sexual Assault Allegations at UChicago Frats. Plus, These Local Businesses Need Your Support
    Oct 22 2026
    This episode mentions sexual assault, so please take care when listening. Today we’re talking about two sexual violence allegations at University of Chicago fraternity houses. Plus, a string of robberies hitting local businesses on the South and North Sides. Contributors Yareni Murillo and PJ Walker break down the latest. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily 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. 22 episode: Enjoy Illinois Destination Madison Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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    30 min
  • Mass Shooting Attempt in Aurora. Plus, Will Illinois Step in for Gender-Affirming Care?

    Mass Shooting Attempt in Aurora. Plus, Will Illinois Step in for Gender-Affirming Care?
    Oct 21 2026
    Today we’re talking about an attempted mass shooting at a Hindu Temple in Aurora and what Illinois is doing to keep gender-affirming care funded now that federal dollars have dried up. Host Jacoby Cochran discusses the latest with contributors Adora Namigadde and Anna DeShawn. Plus, should Chicago get a portal? Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily 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. 21 episode: Enjoy Illinois Destination Madison Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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    32 min
  • Who Is Billionaire Mega Donor Michael Sacks? Plus, What Questions Are on the Ballot?

    Who Is Billionaire Mega Donor Michael Sacks? Plus, What Questions Are on the Ballot?
    Oct 20 2026
    Billionaire mega-donor Michael Sacks has been involved in Illinois politics and the state’s democratic party for decades. He has been an advisor, campaign donor, and critical ally to governors, mayors, state attorneys, and more. Now he is one of the lead opposition forces to the Chicago Teachers Union and Mayor Brandon Johnson. WBEZ’s Mariah Woelfel joins us with the latest. Plus, we’re going through the non-binding ballot questions Chicagoans will see when they vote. Find your ward’s early voting location Good News: Peak fall foliage, Jazz Happy Hour, Live Music with Charles Pryor, After Hours Live Jazz Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily 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: Enjoy Illinois Destination Madison Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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    42 min
  • Pope Leo’s Cancer Diagnosis, Bears’ Hallmark Debut, and Soul Train Awards

    Pope Leo’s Cancer Diagnosis, Bears’ Hallmark Debut, and Soul Train Awards
    Oct 19 2026
    Today we’re joined by contributors Jill Hopkins and Leigh Giangreco to discuss Pope Leo’s recent cancer diagnosis, Chicago’s newest Bears-themed rom-com, and the return of the Soul Train Awards. Good News: Write Club Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 If you enjoyed this interview with Kenya Merritt, Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events Commissioner, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this Oct. 19 episode: Enjoy Illinois Destination Madison DCASE Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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    39 min