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The Chicago Bears headed across the pond next season

Jan 11, 2024 | kgordon

The Bears will play a regular season game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in 2024. The time and date will be released this spring when the NFL releases its schedule. This will be the Bears fourth trip to London. The last time they played at Tottenham was against the raiders in 2019. For more information go…

‘Hurt people hurt others.’ – Executive Director for Violence Interrupters Tio Hardimann turning pain into power on the Steve Cochran Show

Jan 11, 2024 | mirandaellis

Executive director for Violence Interrupters Tio Hardimann joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into how he’s using his new book, ‘Interrupting Gun Violence: The Public Health Approach,’ as a tool to combat violence, key strategies to promote growth in cities surrounding Chicago, and the importance of reaching young minds early to prevent future violence.

Rev Your Engines and Roll Out to the Chicago Auto Show February 10th to 19th!

Jan 11, 2024 | mirandaellis

The Chicago Auto Show is back February 10th-19th! President of the Chicago Auto Show Jennifer Morand joins the Steve Cochran Show to give a sneak peek into what attendees can expect at this year’s Auto Show. For more information, visit: https://www.chicagoautoshow.com/

Has Mayor Brandon Johnson lost control of the City Council?

Jan 11, 2024 | mirandaellis

NBC 5 Political Reporter Mary Ann Ahern joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss voters’ expectations for a State’s Attorney candidate, whether the Mayor is losing control of the City Council, and explore potential solutions to the migrant crisis.

Meteorologist Paul Douglas warns Illinois residents to prepare for possible blizzard conditions on Friday

Jan 11, 2024 | mirandaellis

America’s 2nd favorite Meteorologist Paul Douglas joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss how Larry Lujack inspired him to become a meteorologist, the difference between a snowstorm & a blizzard, and he shares when the current arctic spell is expected to subside.

Chris Christie Ends His 2024 Presidential Campaign

Jan 11, 2024 | mirandaellis

ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss Chris Christie’s potential endorsement now that he has dropped out of the 2024 presidential election, analyze President Donald Trump’s lead in the Republican primary race, and delve into the unexpected appearance of Hunter Biden at a House contempt hearing.

PM Chicago (1/10) – A Massive Amount of Missing Electronics in CPS

Jan 10, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Chalkbeat Chicago’s Reema Amin about what the Inspector General calls CPS’ “flawed” tracking system for tech devices. Judge Eileen O’Neil Burke joined the Steve Cochran show this morning to discuss her campaign for State’s Attorney, and Nick Gale brings us the highlights of their conversation.…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (1/10) – Is Instagram’s New Teen Safety Feature Safe Enough?

Jan 10, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of the Closing Bell: Tatum Hunter, Washington Post consumer technology reporter, joins Bret Gogoel to discuss Instagram’s new teen safety feature and what it may be lacking. Then, Lake County reporter Chloe Hilles has the details on a grant program available for businesses that opened during the pandemic. Finally, ABC’s Mike Dobuski…

Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard has surgery for a broken jaw

Jan 10, 2024 | kgordon

Blackhawks center Connor Bedard is expected to miss six to eight weeks after he had surgery to repair his fractured jaw.The team announced the operation and timeline for the 18-year-old rookie on Wednesday. It means he will miss the Feb. 3 NHL All-Star Game in Toronto — dealing a blow to the league.Bedard got hurt…

The first head-to-head debate between Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley is set to take place tonight

Jan 10, 2024 | mirandaellis

Fmr. IL GOP Chairman Pat Brady joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss everything you need to know about the Iowa caucuses, Republican presidential rivals Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley squaring off in their first head-to-head debate, and they predict when Vivek Ramaswamy will drop out of 2024 race.

‘Our sole focus and mission will be representing victims.’ – Ret. Justice Eileen O’Neill Burke, Candidate for Cook Co. State’s Attorney on the Steve Cochran Show

Jan 10, 2024 | mirandaellis

Ret. Justice Eileen O’Neill Burke, candidate for Cook Co. State’s Attorney, joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss why she left the Appellate Court to run for Cook County State’s Attorney, her vision to redefine the role of the State’s Attorney by solely focusing on defending victim, and she shares her plan to bring juvenal…

The Working World in 2024

Jan 10, 2024 | mirandaellis

The Bauke Group’s Julie Bauke joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss why being the boss’ favorite might not benefit your career, what’s acceptable to wear to work, and whether we’ll be seeing more layoffs in 2024.

PM Chicago (1/9) – 2024 in Chicago Architecture

Jan 9, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Lee Bey, Sun-Times Architecture critic, previews this year in Chicago architecture and the big projects that will be completed in 2024. Hank Sanders from the Daily Southtown brings Bret Gogoel a story out of Harvey involving viral videos. Plus, Manager Darren Envall previews the 2024 Discover Boating Chicago Boat…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (1/9) – Phony Weight Loss Drugs, Cups, and Callers… Oh My!

Jan 9, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of the Closing Bell: Steve Bernas, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois, joins Bret to talk about phony weight loss drugs and other ways scammers are taking advantage of in-demand products. Nick Gale brings us an earlier conversation with David Kerley, former ABC Transportation correspondent,…

It’s going to cost more to grab a Divvy bike or scooter in Chicago

Jan 9, 2024 | kgordon

Divvy is raising its rates to grab a bike or scooter starting Feb. 5. Yearly memberships are going from $130.90 to $143.90. day passes are rising from $16.50 to $18.10. Single rides are also increasing. In 2019 Lyft signed a deal with the city to be the sole operator of Divvy through 2027. Divvy is…

What is the hottest tech coming our way in 2024?

Jan 9, 2024 | mirandaellis

Tech journalist at large Ian Sherr joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss uncover the purpose behind a frame TV, explore the future of technology beyond smartphones, and delve how AI has woven itself into our daily lives.

Will you have a chance to live on the moon in the future?

Jan 9, 2024 | mirandaellis

Author of Full Throttle newsletter Dave Kerley joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into concerns about plane safety following Alaska Airlines’ mid-air blowout, the mishaps of a private U.S. company’s moon landing attempt, and he explains why NASA believes the United States needs a moon base.

Super Wild Card Weekend: Can the Green Bay Packers upset the Dallas Cowboys?

Jan 9, 2024 | mirandaellis

Jr. NFL Analyst David Clauss joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss JJ McCarthy’s stellar performance against the Washington Huskies, the Green Bay Packers’ chances against the Dallas Cowboys, and Bill Belichick’s future with the New England Patriots.

Streets and Sanitation is ready to plow through incoming heavy snowfall

Jan 9, 2024 | mirandaellis

Commissioner of Streets and Sanitation Cole Stallard joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the current state of the roads, ongoing efforts to enhance street conditions, and he shares valuable safety tips for all drivers.

PM Chicago (1/8) – This Week in Snow

Jan 8, 2024 | rwoodall

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,…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (1/8) – ChatGPT in Your Car?

Jan 8, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of the Closing Bell: ABC News Technology Reporter Mike Dobuski brings Bret Gogoel some of the biggest tech stories coming out of the 2024 CES thus far. Rachel Morrison, Regional Editor for Porch Drinking and Founder of Beer Adjacent, tells us how we can continue to support local breweries all month long,…

Chicago police officer shot on the near North Side

Jan 8, 2024 | kgordon

A Chicago police officer and a suspect were shot and wounded in an exchange of gunfire early Monday following an attempted smash-and-grab burglary at a high-end store, authorities said.Police Supt. Larry Snelling said officers were called to the scene at around 4:15 a.m. after someone tried to drive an SUV through the windows of a…

Lexington Betty Smokehouse kicking off Chicago Restaurant Week on the Steve Cochran Show

Jan 8, 2024 | mirandaellis

Chef Dominique Leach, BBQ Brawl season 4 champion & owner of Lexington Betty Smokehouse, joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss what it was like working alongside Bobby Flay, what makes her restaurant unique, and she offers expert tips for the most delicious rib tips.

Berman on the Bears: Is it’s time for the Bears to pivot from Justin Fields?

Jan 8, 2024 | mirandaellis

NBC 5 Sports Mike Berman joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the Bears’ potential decisions regarding Justin Fields, the team’s offensive errors against the Green Bay Packers, and the chances of the 49ers reaching the Super Bowl.

The IDF has announced that the ‘deconstruction of Hamas’ military infrastructure has been completed

Jan 8, 2024 | mirandaellis

ABC News Correspondent Jordana Miller joins the Steve Cochran Show live from Jerusalem to report the latest updates on the Israel-Hamas conflict, including the deadly strike on a Hezbollah commander in Lebanon.

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