How should President Biden respond to the drone attack on U.S. troops in the Middle East?

How should President Biden respond to the drone attack on U.S. troops in the Middle East?

Feb 1, 2024 | mirandaellis

Director of research and senior fellow of the foreign policy program at The Brookings Institution Michael O’Hanlon joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into the European Union’s recent agreement on a new 50 billion-euro aid package for Ukraine, how the United States should respond to the drone attack in Jordan, and the latest on…

PM Chicago (1/31) – How Close are the Bears and Arlington Heights Schools?

PM Chicago (1/31) – How Close are the Bears and Arlington Heights Schools?

Jan 31, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel and the Daily Herald’s Chris Placek discuss the disparity between the Chicago Bears and the Arlington Heights School District. Stacy St. Clair from the Chicago Tribune has the details on a suit between a University of Chicago Charter School and the parents of a special needs student.…

Senator Dick Durbin leads a hearing on the impact social media has on teens

Senator Dick Durbin leads a hearing on the impact social media has on teens

Jan 31, 2024 | kgordon

The CEOs of Meta, TikTok, X and other social media companies are testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee about child safety on their platforms. The hearing comes as lawmakers are growing increasingly concerned about the effects of social media on young people’s lives. While Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is a veteran of congressional hearings since…

Embarking on Grand Adventures: World’s largest cruise sets sail on Saturday

Embarking on Grand Adventures: World’s largest cruise sets sail on Saturday

Jan 31, 2024 | mirandaellis

The Cruise Guy Stewart Chiron joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into how the Carnival cruise ship crew spotted two kayakers stranded in the Gulf of Mexico, whether passengers can fully enjoy all that the Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas cruise has to offer during their stay, and valuable tips for listeners contemplating booking…

PM Chicago (1/30) – The Need for Election Judges

PM Chicago (1/30) – The Need for Election Judges

Jan 30, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel is joined by Max Bever, Director of Public Information at the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners, to discuss the need for election judges. Ben Szalinski from The Daily Line was in Springfield today as the Illinois State Board of Elections made the decision to leave Trump on…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (1/30) – Identity Theft Awareness Week

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (1/30) – Identity Theft Awareness Week

Jan 30, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of the Closing Bell: Bret Gogoel speaks with the BBB’s Steve Bernas about Identity Theft Awareness week and other scams to watch for. Derricke Dennis from ABC News has the news on UPS announcing New Year layoffs. Plus, the team discusses how to save money on streaming services. 

Former President Trump will remain on the Illinois ballot

Former President Trump will remain on the Illinois ballot

Jan 30, 2024 | kgordon

Illinois’ election board on Tuesday kept former President Donald Trump on the state’s primary ballot, a week before the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments on whether the Republican’s role in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol disqualifies him from the presidency.The board’s ruling comes after its hearing officer, a retired judge and…

Sheriff Tom Dart’s Anticipations and Aspirations for Cook County in 2024

Sheriff Tom Dart’s Anticipations and Aspirations for Cook County in 2024

Jan 30, 2024 | mirandaellis

Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss strategies for enhancing crime prevention and apprehending criminals within Cook County, his aspirations for Illinois this year, and he shares an update on the effectiveness of mandatory supervised release in contributing to crime reduction in the state.

PM Chicago (1/29) – How Suburbia is Trying to Revive “Dead Malls”

PM Chicago (1/29) – How Suburbia is Trying to Revive “Dead Malls”

Jan 29, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Ret. Chief Tom Weitzel from Riverside about several news stories, including how Ring is no longer allowing police to ask for footage in the app. Justin Kaufmann from AXIOS shares his reporting on dead malls in the Chicago suburbs and how they’re being revived. Plus,…

Major changes coming at Metra this week

Major changes coming at Metra this week

Jan 29, 2024 | kgordon

Starting Thursday Metra will go from a ten zone system to just four which will significantly change fares. There will no longer be a 100 dollar super saver monthly pass, instead passes will range in price from 75 to 135 dollars depending on how many zones you ride through. There will still be a day…

Reinventing Yourself: A Guide to Thriving After a Layoff

Reinventing Yourself: A Guide to Thriving After a Layoff

Jan 29, 2024 | mirandaellis

President & Chief Career Strategist of The Bauke Group Julie Bauke joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss navigating life after a layoff, conquering challenges posed by bad management, and mastering the art of impressing the algorithm that screens your resume.

PM Chicago (1/26) – What is Mayor Johnson’s Approval Rating?

PM Chicago (1/26) – What is Mayor Johnson’s Approval Rating?

Jan 26, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Carol Stream Trustee Matt McCarthy about their fast-growing Relay for Life Bags Tournament. Bill Cameron, WLS City Hall Reporter emeritus and host of Take 1, shares his thoughts on Brandon Johnson’s approval rating. Plus, Kim Gordon brings us an interview with Professor Justin Rhodes about…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (1/26) – Tensions Remain Between United and Boeing

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (1/26) – Tensions Remain Between United and Boeing

Jan 26, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of the Closing Bell: ABC’s Jason Nathanson and Bret Gogoel discuss the wide option of shows and movies that are new to streaming this weekend. John Pletz, Senior Reporter for Crain’s Chicago Business, has the details on the situation between United and Boeing. Plus, POLITICO tech policy reporter Rebecca Kern shares how…

Episode 90: Capitol Fools, Star Dust, World of Chocolate, & Hit Me Like a Flower

Episode 90: Capitol Fools, Star Dust, World of Chocolate, & Hit Me Like a Flower

Jan 26, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s episode: Jack Rowles and Nancy Dolliver, members of the Capitol Fools, have us rolling as they tell us all about Washington, D.C.’s premier, political satire group and their nationwide tour. Then, Dwight Rhoden, Co-founder of Complexions: Contemporary Ballet, joins to share all about the Chicago premiere of Star Dust, a work celebrating the…

Deerfield based Walgreens settles with the state of Vermont over store closures during the pandemic

Deerfield based Walgreens settles with the state of Vermont over store closures during the pandemic

Jan 26, 2024 | kgordon

Walgreens has agreed to pay $275,000 to settle allegations about service in some of the national pharmacy chain’s Vermont stores during the coronavirus pandemic. In a statement announcing the settlement, the Vermont secretary of state’s office said Wednesday that some of the stores temporarily closed without notice, had untenable working conditions for pharmacists, and made…