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Back to SearchWhy Chicago's School Board Elections Are the Races to Watch
Chicago is about to vote for the first time in school board elections. Chalkbeat Chicago editor Becky Vevea tells host Jacoby Cochran which districts…
2 years ago
City Budget Worries, Bally's Casino Disappoints, and Tote Bag Season
We are weeks away from Mayor Brandon Johnson’s second budget address. And with a nearly $1 billion budget gap looming, department heads are being ask…
2 years ago
7 Architecture Terms You’ll Hear At Open House Chicago
This weekend the Chicago Architecture Center is hosting Open House Chicago, a free two-day festival celebrating nearly 200 of Chicago’s most cultural…
2 years ago
Restaurant Openings, Updated United Center Menu, and a $13,000 Martini
Chicago is now home to the most expensive martini in the country. Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea talk about the $13,000 coc…
2 years ago
The Local Stories About to Be National
Back by popular demand, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from across the country to talk about what stories they're watching in their h…
2 years ago
Colleges Crack Down on Protests, Lead Pipe Removal, and Suing Lil Durk
It has been an interesting week after the entire school board decided to resign last Friday and the mayor announced six new members on Monday. Mayor …
2 years ago
How to Get the Best Deals at Chicago Flea Markets
The historic Maxwell Street Market returned to its original location this year, and the final one of the season is October 27. As one of Chicago’s ol…
2 years ago
The Chicago Marathon Food Guide for Cardio Lovers and Haters
Thousands of runners will converge on the city this weekend for the Chicago Marathon on Sunday. As many long distance runners will tell you, carbs ar…
2 years, 1 month ago
Why Did the Whole School Board Quit? Plus, Chicago Fashion Week and Halloween Decorations
On Monday, Mayor Brandon Johnson named six nominees to fill the vacancies left when the entire Chicago School Board announced they would resign later…
2 years, 1 month ago
The Rise and Fall of One of History's Most Powerful Politicians
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was the state’s most powerful politician for decades. Tomorrow, he stands trial on bribery, racketeerin…
2 years, 1 month ago