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Back to SearchAre Chicago Food Halls Worth It?
Food halls with multiple vendors have proliferated around Chicago the past several years. But to be honest, no one on the City Cast Chicago team had …
2 years, 3 months ago
O’Hare Expansion, Cicada Takeover, and Parking Problems
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is hoping to keep the expansion of O’Hare Airport on track. Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea ta…
2 years, 3 months ago
How an Indiana Lawsuit Against Gunmakers Impacts Chicago
Last month, the city of Chicago filed a lawsuit against gun manufacturer Glock, arguing that the company has done nothing to prevent individuals from…
2 years, 4 months ago
Paying School Board, NASCAR Traffic Plan, and New Chicago Reads
Chicago’s first school board elections take place this November. But now that we have a district map, election plan, and potential candidates are gat…
2 years, 4 months ago
Why Chicago Pigeons Need Us
We see them everywhere, and Chicagoans may think of them as “rats with wings,” but do pigeons get a bad rap? Host Jacoby Cochran and producer Michell…
2 years, 4 months ago
Is Chicago’s Fine Dining Scene Overrated?
Fine dining can be intimidating and expensive, but Chicago is home to many award-winning restaurants that stand out. Last year, we talked to lifestyl…
2 years, 4 months ago
The Future of 911, Avoiding Parking Tickets, and Water Taxis Return
It's April, which means it’s street sweeping season. Producer Michelle Navarro joins host Jacoby Cochran to talk about what you need to know to avoid…
2 years, 4 months ago
Your Guide to April in Chicago
From the art that’s moving us to the events we’re watching to the bites we’re dreaming about, host Jacoby Cochran, executive producer Simone Alicea, …
2 years, 4 months ago
New Election Normal, School Board Candidates, and Chicago Loves Beyonce
It has been over a week since the polls closed in the Illinois primary, but there’s still no official winner in the Democratic primary for Cook Count…
2 years, 4 months ago
How to Buy a Bike in Chicago
Spring is here which means biking in the city is looking a lot more enjoyable. Whether you are a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, shopping for …
2 years, 4 months ago