O’Hare expected to be extra busy over the Thanksgiving holiday

O’Hare expected to be extra busy over the Thanksgiving holiday

Nov 7, 2023 | kgordon

Chicago based United is expecting record travel over the thanksgiving holiday with 5% more customers flying than before the pandemic. Crain’s reports United is expecting a 13% increase compared to last year with peak travel on the Sunday after Thanksgiving, when a half-million travelers will fly on its planes. The company says the travel period…

Fighting Illini seek redemption against the Indiana Hoosiers this Saturday

Fighting Illini seek redemption against the Indiana Hoosiers this Saturday

Nov 7, 2023 | mirandaellis

Head coach of the Fighting Illini Football Coach Bret Bielema joins the Steve Cochran Show to talk about facing adversity in their win against the Minnesota Golden Gophers, their strategy to improve end-of-game performances, and their preparations for their upcoming match against the Indiana Hoosiers this Saturday.

Fall Back with a Smile: Tips to beat Daylight Light Saving Time blues

Fall Back with a Smile: Tips to beat Daylight Light Saving Time blues

Nov 7, 2023 | mirandaellis

Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs & Chief Medical Officer at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Kevin Most joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the combo COVID & flu shot entering its final stage of testing, why Daylight Saving Time may trigger Seasonal Affective Disorder, and potential harmful effects of consuming red dye…

PM Chicago (11/06/23) – The Fighting Illini Return to the Basketball Court

PM Chicago (11/06/23) – The Fighting Illini Return to the Basketball Court

Nov 6, 2023 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Chief Tom Weitzel discusses his experience over 30 years ago in an armed encounter and the impact afterwards. Then, Bret Gogoel has the latest in sports news – and it is plentiful today. Plus, our own Jonathan Bregman sits down with Scott Richey from the News Gazette ahead of…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (11/06/23) – Challenges in the Craft Marijuana Market

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (11/06/23) – Challenges in the Craft Marijuana Market

Nov 6, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of The Closing Bell: After a look at the markets, Bret Gogoel speaks with the Chicago Tribune’s Robert McCoppin about craft marijuana growers in Illinois and the challenges they are facing in the market. Mark Denzler, President and CEO of the Illinois Manufacturer’s Association, stops by the show to discuss PTO, the…

The father of the alleged Highland Park shooter pleads guilty

The father of the alleged Highland Park shooter pleads guilty

Nov 6, 2023 | kgordon

The father of a man charged in a deadly Fourth of July parade shooting in suburban Chicago pleaded guilty to seven misdemeanors Monday in a case that centered on how his son obtained a gun license.Robert Crimo Jr. entered the plea as his trial was about to start in Lake County court, in Waukegan, Illinois.…

PM Chicago (11/03/23) – “I Can Bike There!” Encourages Cycling in Illinois

PM Chicago (11/03/23) – “I Can Bike There!” Encourages Cycling in Illinois

Nov 3, 2023 | rwoodall

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…

Episode 81: Vikings, Shakes, Burritos, and Delis!

Episode 81: Vikings, Shakes, Burritos, and Delis!

Nov 3, 2023 | rwoodall

On this episode of Show & Tell, four ways for you to celebrate food, drink, and community in the city! First up, Andrea Darlas chats with Charlie Wein from the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce about a fantastic event celebrating Scandinavian heritage: the Viking Pub Crawl. Then, Nick Wuest from Shake Shack stops by to discuss…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (11/03/23) – Happy National Sandwich Day!

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (11/03/23) – Happy National Sandwich Day!

Nov 3, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of The Closing Bell: After a look at the numbers, Bret Gogoel speaks with Jeff Agrest about the NBA Play-in tournament. What is it, and how can we watch? Then, Joe Fontana, founder of Fry the Coop, stops by the show to chat National Sandwich Day and his love for a good…

Chicago’s Christmas tree headed to Millennium Park

Chicago’s Christmas tree headed to Millennium Park

Nov 3, 2023 | kgordon

The 45 foot blue spruce will be cut down at the home of the De La Cruz family in Darien and then head to the city where it will be decorated for the November 17th tree lighting. Abby De La Cruz wrote a letter to the city explaining her parents moved to Chicago from the…

PM Chicago (11/02/23) – Your Little Free Libraries are Safe…For Now

PM Chicago (11/02/23) – Your Little Free Libraries are Safe…For Now

Nov 2, 2023 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Dan Petrella from the Chicago Tribune has the details on the proposed Chicago school board map. Bret Gogoel speaks with Capitol News Illinois’ Hannah Meisel about “Invest in Kids” returning to the docket next week in Springfield. Plus, Quinn Myers from Block Club Chicago has the latest on the…

Did the ‘Frasier’ reboot fail to capture the magic of the original show?

Did the ‘Frasier’ reboot fail to capture the magic of the original show?

Nov 2, 2023 | mirandaellis

Host of the Nick D Podcast Nick Digilio joins Andrea Darlas on the Steve Cochran Show to discuss his decision to hit the pause button on the Frasier reboot, if ‘The Fall of the House of Usher’ is poised to be Netflix’s next binge-worthy sensation, and whether Jamie Foxx and Tommy Lee Jones’ new courtroom…

Biden signs A.I. executive order – What does this mean for tech?

Biden signs A.I. executive order – What does this mean for tech?

Nov 2, 2023 | mirandaellis

Bill and Cathy Osborn Professor of Computer Science at Northwestern University Kristian J. Hammond joins Andrea Darlas on the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the new bill’s approach to managing artificial intelligence risks, how the Biden administration’s bill will impact technology, and whether this new law will help or hinder the advancement of AI.

PM Chicago (11/01/23) – Don’t Throw Pumpkins Away! Smash Them Instead.

PM Chicago (11/01/23) – Don’t Throw Pumpkins Away! Smash Them Instead.

Nov 1, 2023 | rwoodall

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…