PM Chicago (1/8) – This Week in Snow

PM Chicago (1/8) – This Week in Snow

On this episode of PM Chicago: Chief Tom Weitzel from Riverside joins Bret Gogoel to discuss this year in policing, as well as the incident this morning that left one officer shot. Rick DiMaio, Chicago Meteorologist & Professor of Aviation and Meteorology at Lewis University, joins the show to preview this week in snow. Plus,…

PM Chicago (1/5) – Life-Saving Drug Available at Gas Stations 

PM Chicago (1/5) – Life-Saving Drug Available at Gas Stations 

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Andrea Darlas joins Bret Gogoel with a preview of this weekend’s Show & Tell, featuring activities on land and in the sky. Kim Gordon speaks with Matthew McFarland, Vice President at the Lawndale Christian Legal Center, to discuss a new program providing free naloxone at area gas stations. Plus,…

PM Chicago (1/4) – Chicago AF Brings Spirit-Free Options to NA Day

PM Chicago (1/4) – Chicago AF Brings Spirit-Free Options to NA Day

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Kerry Tuttle, Assistant Director of ChicagoAF, gives Bret Gogoel the details of an alcohol-free tasting event that is doubling capacity this year as it grows in popularity. Then, Jeremy Gorner from the Chicago Tribune has the news regarding a new leader for the Illinois DCFS. Plus, who is Keith…

PM Chicago (1/3) – How to Recycle Your Christmas Tree in the City

PM Chicago (1/3) – How to Recycle Your Christmas Tree in the City

On this episode of PM Chicago: Kim Gordon sits down with Malcom Whiteside, Chicago’s Deputy Commissioner of Streets and Sanitation, to discuss the city’s Christmas tree recycling program. Capitol News Illinois’ Peter Hancock and Bret Gogoel discuss the gap widening in dual credit participation in schools. Plus, Bret reviews some highlights from Steve Cochran’s discussion…

PM Chicago (1/2) – Be Ready for Another Wild (Political) Year in Chicago

PM Chicago (1/2) – Be Ready for Another Wild (Political) Year in Chicago

On the first PM Chicago of 2024: Mawa Iqbal, WBEZ Statehouse reporter, joins Bret Gogoel to discuss how the elimination of cash bail is working so far in Illinois. Crain’s Chicago’s Greg Hinz warns us to be ready for a crazy year in Illinois politics. Plus, Jonathan Bregman speaks with Scott Richey from the News…

PM Chicago (12/22) – Ride Illinois Fighting for Cyclists in the State

PM Chicago (12/22) – Ride Illinois Fighting for Cyclists in the State

On this episode of PM Chicago: Nick Gale brings us a clip from Alderman Brian Hopkins speaking this morning on crime prevention in Chicago this year and going forward. Dave Simmons, Executive Director of Ride Illinois, joins Bret Gogoel to discuss a decision by the IL Supreme Court affecting all cyclists. Finally, Jonathan Bregman sits…

PM Chicago (12/21) – The Ed Burke Verdict is In

PM Chicago (12/21) – The Ed Burke Verdict is In

On this episode of PM Chicago: David Greising, President and CEO of the Better Government Association, joins Bret Gogoel at the top of the show to share his comments on the Ed Burke Verdict. Ann Hickey from the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events shares the details on a spectacular NYE show on…

PM Chicago (12/20) – Local High Schools Embracing Solar Energy

PM Chicago (12/20) – Local High Schools Embracing Solar Energy

On this episode of PM Chicago: Hank Sanders from the Daily Southtown joins Bret Gogoel to discuss how local high schools are embracing solar energy. WBEZ’s Dan Mihalopoulos has the continuing story of more allegations from former Chicago lifeguards against the Chicago Park District. Plus, Alice Fabbre from the Daily Herald runs through some fun…

PM Chicago (12/19) – Has a Sandwich Ever Cost You $500?

PM Chicago (12/19) – Has a Sandwich Ever Cost You $500?

On this episode of PM Chicago: Russell Lissau from the Daily Herald joins Bret Gogoel to explain why some congressional candidates may get kicked off of the March primary ballot. Nick Gale brings us a conversation with Garry McCarthy on his thoughts regarding the future of Chicago crime in 2024. Plus, a Chicago resident has…

PM Chicago (12/18) – How to Keep Safe this Holiday Season

PM Chicago (12/18) – How to Keep Safe this Holiday Season

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Evanston’s Mayor Daniel Biss on the implementation of ranked choice voting in the city. Chief Tom Weitzel, Ret. talks about policing in 2024 and how we can stay safe out this New Years Eve. Also, our own Kim Gordon sits down with Jonathan Maze from…

PM Chicago (12/15) – New Laws for the New Year in Illinois

PM Chicago (12/15) – New Laws for the New Year in Illinois

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Robert Herguth about Mayor Johnson’s campaign taking millions from unions with City Hall contracts. Host of Take 1 and WLS City Hall reporter Emeritus, Bill Cameron, joins the show to give an end of the year City Hall Recap. Plus, our own Nick Gale takes…

PM Chicago (12/12) – The “Buy Nothing” Movement Takes the Suburbs

PM Chicago (12/12) – The “Buy Nothing” Movement Takes the Suburbs

On this episode of PM Chicago: “Freecycling” is all the rage in the suburbs, and Michelle Meyer from the Northwest Herald joins Bret Gogoel with the details. Kim Gordon sits down with Ryan Murphy from Chicago Electric Boats about the new hot tub boats floating down the Chicago River. Plus, there’s a battle in Chatham…

PM Chicago (12/11) – How to Stay Safe While Holiday Shopping

PM Chicago (12/11) – How to Stay Safe While Holiday Shopping

On this episode of PM Chicago: Dimitri Kusnezov, Under Secretary of Science and Technology at the Department of Homeland of Security, stopped by the morning show to discuss his meeting with the CFD today on disaster preparedness – Nick Gale brings us this conversation. Then, Bret speaks with Ret. Chief Tom Weitzel about safety while…

PM Chicago (12/8) – The Goings on at Growing Home

PM Chicago (12/8) – The Goings on at Growing Home

On this episode of PM Chicago: Kim Gordon speaks with Janelle St. John about her work at Growing Home in Englewood, which is a USDA-Certified organic urban farm, workforce development center, and hosting a Winterfest this weekend. Andrea Darlas, Morning Show Co-host and Host of Show & Tell, joins Bret Gogoel to preview this weekend’s…

PM Chicago (12/7) – Celebrating “The Night Before Christmas,” 200 Years Later

PM Chicago (12/7) – Celebrating “The Night Before Christmas,” 200 Years Later

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel is joined by Gus Noble, CEO of the Chicago Scots, to discuss a transformative $14 million gift they are using to transform elder care. Block Club’s Rachel Hinton shares the reactions to the CHA Housing investigation. Plus, Bob Crane and Jenny Barry take us through the Libertyville…

PM Chicago (12/6) – 2024 Races to Watch in Illinois

PM Chicago (12/6) – 2024 Races to Watch in Illinois

On this episode of PM Chicago: Justin Kaufmann from Axios Chicago joins Bret Gogoel with a list of Cook County and Illinois races to watch in next year’s election. Kim Gordon sits down with Kathleen Hogan to preview the One of a Kind Show, beginning tomorrow at Merchandise Mart. Plus, we have a date on…

PM Chicago (12/5) – A New EV Plant is in the Works

PM Chicago (12/5) – A New EV Plant is in the Works

On this episode of PM Chicago: Jeremy Gorner from the Chicago Tribune joins Bret Gogoel to discuss the Gotion plant coming to Illinois despite local opposition. Nick Gale brings us an interview with Phil Lempert about grocery prices heading into the holidays. Plus, the state has canceled plans for a migrant base camp in Brighton…

PM Chicago (12/4) – Should the Illinois Voters Challenge the District Mapping?

PM Chicago (12/4) – Should the Illinois Voters Challenge the District Mapping?

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Jim Nowlan about the Illinois state district mapping. Chief Tom Weitzel (Ret) joins the show for his weekly visit to discuss hit and run crashes in the area. Plus, Kim Gordon sits down with Maria Miller from the Office of Adult Education and Vocational Services…

PM Chicago (12/1) – City Hall’s Millions in Uncollected Debts

PM Chicago (12/1) – City Hall’s Millions in Uncollected Debts

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel reviews the list of City Hall’s millions of dollars of uncollected debts. Bill Cameron, Host of Take 1 on WLS, joins the show to preview this weekend’s episode and share his thoughts on this week’s biggest stories out of Chicago. Plus, the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce’s…

PM Chicago (11/30) – A Look at the White Sox Infield & the School Bus Shortage

PM Chicago (11/30) – A Look at the White Sox Infield & the School Bus Shortage

On this episode of PM Chicago: the Chicago Tribune’s LaMond Pope joins Bret Gogoel to take a look at the White Sox infield and some trade rumors. Reema Amin from Chalkbeat Chicago looks at the bus shortage in Chicago and the outlook for the remainder of the school year. Plus, groups are using modular homes…

PM Chicago (11/29) – The Pros and Cons of a City-Run Grocery Store

PM Chicago (11/29) – The Pros and Cons of a City-Run Grocery Store

On this episode of PM Chicago: the Chicago Tribune’s Talia Soglin joins Bret Gogoel to discuss a proposed city-run grocery store and the challenges it is facing in Chicago. Nick Gale brings us a conversation between Steve Cochran and Mary Otts-Rubenstein, who is helping migrant families that include children with disabilities. In sports, we analyze…

PM Chicago (11/28) – Pritzker Says That “Illinois is Back”

PM Chicago (11/28) – Pritzker Says That “Illinois is Back”

On this episode of PM Chicago: Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas joins Bret Gogoel to discuss a new tool that helps residents break down their property tax bill. Greg Hinz from Crain’s Chicago discusses Pritzker’s comments on Illinois and their impact on the nation. Plus, the Bears won an ugly football game last night –…