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PM Chicago (10/19/23) – Proposed Rate Hikes to Your Gas Bill

Oct 19, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of PM Chicago: Mitchell Armentrout from the Sun-times joins Bret Gogoel to discuss how Chicago’s newest casino could cause a rise in gambling addiction according to experts. Capitol News Illinois reporter, Andrew Adams, brings us the details of a possible price increase for gas amongst Illinois residents. Plus, Kim Gordon and Bret…

PM Chicago (10/18/23) – Is Mayor Johnson’s Budget Sweet Enough for the Aldermen?

Oct 18, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of PM Chicago: Lee Bey from the Chicago Sun-times has the details on the approved demolition of the Thompson Center facade and atrium. Justin Laurence from Crain’s examines a “sweetener” in Mayor Johnson’s budget that appeals to Alderpersons. Plus, Kim Gordon sits down with Arielle Weininger from the Illinois Holocaust Museum to…

PM Chicago (10/17/23) – Ald. Ray Lopez Proposes a Plan to Hold Parents Accountable

Oct 17, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of PM Chicago: Block Club Chicago’s Quinn Myers examines the migrant spending plans for the City of Chicago. Alderman Ray Lopez joins Bret Gogoel to discuss his proposed ordinance which would hold parents accountable for their children’s actions. Plus, Monica Eng from AXIOS shares the details of the city’s new composting program.

PM Chicago (10/16/23) – Pritzker’s Unclaimed Gift List

Oct 16, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of PM Chicago: Retired Chief Tom Weitzel joins Bret Gogoel to review the first few weeks of No Cash Bail in Illinois. Pritzker released his 2022 tax returns along with a list of unclaimed gifts. In sports news, Bret recaps the Bears’ tough Sunday and the outlook for their quarterback. Plus, Kim…

PM Chicago (10/13/23) – The Eras Tour Film Has Landed…Are Theaters Ready for It?

Oct 13, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of PM Chicago: Jonathan Bregman previews of Bill Cameron’s discussion with Representative Jonathan Jackson about his time on the Committee for Foreign Affairs and his thoughts on Israel and Hamas. Greg Marcus, President and CEO of the Marcus Corporation, joins Bret Gogoel to talk about their big plans for the Taylor Swift…

PM Chicago (10/12/23) – How to Send Aid Overseas in a Time of Turmoil

Oct 12, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of PM Chicago: Our own Kim Gordon speaks with David Prystowsky from the Jewish United Fund about their campaign to send aid overseas during the Israel-Hamas conflict. The Daily Herald’s Marni Pyke joins Bret Gogoel to chat about the Illinois Tollway’s new strategy and the Metra’s plans for the future. Plus, Andrea…

PM Chicago (10/11/23) – “Bulldog” John Drummond on the Tylonel Murders

Oct 11, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of PM Chicago: Local people are returning to the front lines in Israel, and Nick Gale speaks with Michael O’Hanlon from the Brookings Institution to discuss a potential end game as fighting continues. Legendary Chicago Crime Reporter “Bulldog” John Drummond shares his memories from the Tylonel Murders just in time for the…

PM Chicago (10/10/23) – The Blackhawks & the Connor Bedard of it All

Oct 10, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel and Kim Gordon discuss the Evanston mother and daughter who are believed to be among those kidnapped in Israel during weekend attacks by Hamas. Jonathan Bregman speaks with Ben Pope about the NHLBlackhawks and the Connor Bedard of it all. Plus, we listen to Annie Krall’s chat…

PM Chicago (10/09/23) – More PPP Misappropriation in Chicago

Oct 9, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of PM Chicago: Nick Gale brings us a discussion with Yinam Cohen on how the current events in Israel impact the Midwest. Frank Main joins Bret Gogoel to share how millions of PPP dollars were spent on guns in Chicago. Plus, Guinness Head of Marketing and National Ambassador sits down with Kim…

PM Chicago (10/06/23) – Des Plaines Cracks Down on “Free” O’Hare Parking

Oct 6, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Des Plaines is cracking down on O’Hare travelers using their streets for free parking, and the Daily Herald’s Russell Lissau has the details. Bill Cameron joins Bret to discuss this week’s biggest stories and preview his conversation with former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot. Finally, just ahead of tomorrow’s Chicago…

PM Chicago (10/05/23) – NASCAR Will Return to the Chicago Streets

Oct 5, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with NASCAR Street Race president Julie Giese on the 2024 return of the race to our Chicago streets. Annie Krall, WLS News anchor and podcast host, joins to talk all things golf and her show, “Golfing in Chicago.” Plus, Amy Taylor, Executive Director of SitStayRead, joins…

PM Chicago (10/04/23) – Trading Tax Cuts for Golf Games & the Magic of Messi

Oct 4, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: news anchor Nick Gale speaks with Evan Bernick from the NIU School of Law about what is on the SCOTUS docket – including some issues all too familiar to us in Illinois. Bret Gogoel speaks with Jon Seidel from the Chicago Sun-times about a former Cook County employee who…

PM Chicago (10/03/23) – The Signature Room’s Sudden Closure Makes Waves

Oct 3, 2023 | rwoodall

Bret Gogoel brings local stories to the front and center today on PM Chicago. Governor Pritzker has sent a letter to President Biden, asking for help with the buses of migrants coming to our cities, and Hannah Meisel from Capitol News Illinois has more details. David Roeder from the Chicago Sun-times looks at the sudden…

PM Chicago (10/02/23) – Saying Goodbye to the Arlington Park Grandstand

Oct 2, 2023 | rwoodall

On the first episode of PM Chicago, Bret Gogoel brings local stories to the front and center. Jeremy Gorner joins the program to discuss the registration for guns purchased prior to the assault weapon ban in Illinois. Chris Placek from the Daily Herald looks back at the history of Arlington Park and the demolition of…

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