State lawmakers have finally unveiled two reform bills for regional transit agencies to address a $700 million budget shortfall and create a new regional oversight board, which could change how transit decisions are made across the CTA, Metra, and Pace. We dive into the details with WTTW host and correspondent Nick Blumberg and South Side Weekly’s investigat ... Show More
Yesterday
Chicago's Best Takeout to Bring to the Picnic
Summertime Chi means dining al fresco. While we love our rooftops and patios, it’s also prime picnic season, and Chicago has takeout for that. Host Jacoby Cochran, executive producer Simone Alicea, and producer and picnic expert Michelle Navarro offer their tips for picnic spots ... Show More
31m 43s
Jul 15
Veteran Alder Wants Son to Replace Him. Plus, Would You Pay $15K for Suburban Airbnb?!
The city’s longest tenured alder, Walter Burnett Jr., is stepping down at the end of the month after 30 years leading the 27th ward. While the Mayor will choose the replacement alder, Burnett Jr. is hopeful the seat will stay in his family. Executive producer Simone Alicea and ho ... Show More
39m 4s
Jul 14
How Chicagoans Can Stay Safe in the Water
The sun is out and temps are rising again, which means crowded beaches, boat parties, and other water activities. That makes a good time to revisit some conversations about water safety. First, our 2023 chat with Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project co-founder Dave Benjamin on life-sa ... Show More
21m 56s
Aug 2024
The migrant crisis, via Chicago
Around 50,000 migrants have poured into Chicago in the last two years. Some Chicagoans are furious. We talk to residents, clergy, and migrants on Chicago's South Side about an issue that may be Kamala Harris's biggest liability.This episode was produced by Hady Mawajdeh and Avish ... Show More
27m 36s
Nov 2024
Local Democratic Victories, a Likely Legislative Flip, Pizza Pop-Up
Election results are still rolling in and we’ve got some good news. Executive producer Emily Means and host Ali Vallarta discuss wins in Salt Lake County and where the future of the Democratic party is headed. Plus, a Native-majority school board, a pizza pop up, and legislative ... Show More
33m 29s
Jun 2022
Ep. 1018 - Brace Yourself, It's About To Get Super Duper Gay
Two branches of the military celebrate “Pride Month,” Johnny Depp wins his defamation suit against Amber Heard, and more corporations try to make us eat bugs.
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46m 15s
Nov 2024
'It's Electric': Acworth Turkey Chase Draws More Than 1,100 Runners
MDJ Script/ Top Stories for November 26th Publish Date: November 26th Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. Today is Tuesday, November 26th and Happy Birthday to Tina Turner ***11.26.24 - BIRTHDAY – TINA TURNER*** ... Show More
9m 41s
Nov 2024
Ballot Boxes on Fire, SLC Street Safety, Cow Cuddles
The election is next week, and the vibes in SLC are … intense. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means give a rundown of how local officials are securing your vote amid recent ballot box fires in other states. Plus, SLC’s Vision Zero progress, cuddling emo cows, and ... Show More
37m 30s