On this episode of PM Chicago: Madeleine Doubek, Executive Director of CHANGE Illinois, shares her thoughts on the necessity of an efficient, streamlined government in Illinois. Ret. Chief Tom Weitzel from Riverside discusses how crimes are spreading out into the suburbs. Plus, Dan Petrella from the Chicago Tribune joins to share his reporting on when…

On this episode of PM Chicago: Sun-times Deputy Sports Editor Jeff Agrest joins Bret Gogoel with the scoop on why Jason Benetti left the White Sox. Then, Bill Cameron, Host of Take 1 here on WLS, gives his take on big moves in the city and previews this weekend’s episode. Plus, Grace Rappe shares some…

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with the Daily Herald’s Russell Lissau about not one, but two recent scams in Des Plaines that are larger than your average con. Then, Nick Gale brings us a piece from the Cochran Show on the continuing story in Calumet City surrounding Reporter Hank Sanders of…

On this episode of PM Chicago: Andrea Darlas, in for Bret Gogoel, discusses the protests at Ogilvie Transportation Center earlier today. Then, Jonathan Bregman sits down with Block Club Chicago’s Joe Ward to discuss the renovations on the Remova Theatre after 30 years empty. Finally, retired Chief Tom Weitzel from Riverside discusses how working conditions…

On this episode of PM Chicago: Illinois state police are still drafting their rules for weapons registration, even with a deadline looming – Peter Hancock from Capitol News Illinois joins with the latest. Then, The Center Square’s Greg Bishop and Bret Gogoel discuss the final day of the Fall Veto session in Springfield. Finally, Melanie…

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Crain’s Chicago’s Ally Marotti about how Chicago restaurants are changing to prepare for minimum wage increases. Kim Gordon sits down with DePaul Professor Tom Mockaitis to discuss the fighting between Israel and Hamas, as well as hostage negotiations. Plus, Nick Gale brings us a clip…

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Dave Simmons, Executive Director of Ride Illinois, about their new initiative “I can bike there!” that encourages more biking. Then, Bill Cameron joins the program to chat about this weekend’s episode of Take 1 and the upcoming trial of Ed Burke. Plus, our own Jonathan…

On this episode of PM Chicago: It could have been a busy day for City Council, and Bret Gogoel reviews the highlights as we try to sift through Robert’s Rules of Order. Nick Gale brings us the highlights of Maria Pappas’ conversation with Steve Cochran this morning about the property tax numbers. Plus, don’t throw…

On this episode of WLS PM Chicago: Kristen Schorsch from WBEZ joins Bret Gogoel to discuss massive tax increases in the Northern suburbs. Then, Riverside’s Ret. Chief Tom Weitzel shares his thoughts on a pilot program that could change how the Chicago Police handle homicide investigations. Kim Gordon sits down with Patti Zappa from One…

On this episode of PM Chicago: The Center Square’s Greg Bishop joins Bret Gogoel to discuss the Illinois banned firearms registration and how turnout has been so far. Rebecca Johnson from the Chicago Tribune has the latest details on a suburban debate over the staging of a high school musical. Plus, we discuss high school…

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Mick Dumke after a judge throws out the case regarding the Chicago Fire’s new facility on CHA land. Madeleine Doubek from CHANGE Illinois says that current events are the exact reason we need election reform. Plus, our own Kim Gordon sits down with the Chicago…

On today’s edition of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Greg Hinz from Crain’s Chicago Business about a fight over tax bills for nursing homes and how it may affect property taxes. Bill Cameron previews this weekend’s episode of Take 1, airing Sunday evening on WLS. Plus, Jonathan Bregman sits down with Dasan Robinson to…