Many social media platforms back on line after an outage

Many social media platforms back on line after an outage

Update: Meta says its platforms appear to be back up and running after thousands reported an outage this morning. As many as 500,000 Facebook users reported issues logging in or accessing the site. Users on Instagram, Messenger and Threads also reporting problems. No word on the cause of the outage. Users of Meta’s Facebook, Instagram,…

Has eliminating cash bail made Chicago more safe?

Has eliminating cash bail made Chicago more safe?

Candidate for Cook County State’s Attorney Clayton Harris joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss his strategy for prosecuting the recent large group of teens that flooded Chicago’s South Loop, the importance of holding criminals accountable appropriately, and why he believes eliminating cash bail contributes to the safety of Chicago communities.

Pot Paradox: Is cannabis bad for your health?

Pot Paradox: Is cannabis bad for your health?

Medical expert Dr. Kevin Most joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into whether buttock augmentations are safe, the health risks of consuming cannabis, and he emphasizes the importance of obtaining the shingles vaccine.

PM Chicago (3/1) – Dungeons and Dragons and Casual English Skills

PM Chicago (3/1) – Dungeons and Dragons and Casual English Skills

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Rachel Woodall sits down with Professor Shane Dunkle to discuss how he is using Dungeons & Dragons as a tool to teach students casual English skills. The Daily Herald’s Russell Lissau joins Bret Gogoel with two stories out of the suburbs, including a dispute as to whom the auto…

Episode 94: A New Face for “Mrs. Doubtfire” on Stage

Episode 94: A New Face for “Mrs. Doubtfire” on Stage

On this week’s episode of Show & Tell with Andrea Darlas: March is here, and we’ve got three ways to start your month off right! First up, the hilarious David Hibbard, who plays Mr. Jolly and Judge, joins the show to talk all things Mrs. Doubtfire the musical. It made me laugh, and it even…

PM Chicago (2/29) – Big Things Happening at the Anti-Cruelty Society

PM Chicago (2/29) – Big Things Happening at the Anti-Cruelty Society

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Bret is joined by Ray Baker, President of Special Olympics Chicago, and Mt. Greenwood Principal Kate Reidy to discuss the 2024 Chicago Polar Plunge. Dave Baldwin, President of Business Operations at the Chicago Fire FC, previews Saturday’s home opener against FC Cincinnati. Tracy Elliott, CEO of the Anti-Cruelty Society,…

Happy Birthday Paul Coyte!

Happy Birthday Paul Coyte!

Paul Coyte of GB News hops on the Steve Cochran Show to discuss British birthday traditions, his favorite birthday gift from his family, and he provides an update on Kate Middleton’s health.

Impending Government Shutdown: Is Concern Necessary?

Impending Government Shutdown: Is Concern Necessary?

Senior Illinois Senator Dick Durbin joins the Steve Cochran Show to weigh in on the potential for a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, the possibility of another government shutdown looming, and why he believes border security should be a top priority for the House.

PM Chicago (2/28) – A Troubling Pattern in Evanston

PM Chicago (2/28) – A Troubling Pattern in Evanston

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel is joined by David Goldenberg, Evelyn R. Greene Regional Director of the ADL Midwest, to discuss the Anti-Semitic group targeting Evanston city council meetings. Peter Blair, Executive Director of Marriott Theatre, joins the show to tell us all about their production of “In the Heights,” running now…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (2/28) – Why Illinois’ Nursing Shortage Could Grow Worse

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (2/28) – Why Illinois’ Nursing Shortage Could Grow Worse

On this edition of The Closing Bell: Bret Gogoel speaks with Bill Geiger from William Geiger Wealth Management about reevaluating your portfolio before retirement. After that, Katherine Davis, Health care reporter for Crain’s Chicago Business, explains why Illinois’ nurse shortage could soon be worse. Plus, Kim Gordon sits down with Maxi Mottlowitz, Founder of Dzough,…

Clean up underway after rare severe February storms

Clean up underway after rare severe February storms

Severe thunderstorms that may have spawned a rare February tornado outbreak toppled trees, cut power and damaged homes in the Chicago area and other parts of the Great Lakes following a spell of summerlike, sometimes record temperatures.In Michigan’s Grand Blanc Township, near Flint, winds damaged subdivisions, tore up trees and uprooted gas lines in the…

PM Chicago (2/27) – How Chicago Could Rebrand Successfully

PM Chicago (2/27) – How Chicago Could Rebrand Successfully

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Rick DiMaio, Chicago Meteorologist and Professor of Aviation and Meteorology at Lewis University, joins Bret to discuss the unseasonably warm – and soon to change – weather. Crain’s Chicago’s John Pletz shares his thoughts on what Chicago could do to rebrand. Plus, it seems as though nearly every professional…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (2/27) – Macy’s is Closing 150 Stores

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (2/27) – Macy’s is Closing 150 Stores

On this edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: Steve Bernas from the Better Business Bureau warns us of scammers who take advantage of the stormy weather. David Ferris from E&E by Politico joins the show to discuss how Musk and Tesla are embracing the government’s EV charger money. Plus, ABC’s Alex Stone has…