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Chicago’s daily news podcast, fresh every weekday at 6 a.m. Host Jacoby Cochran brings you timely conversations with news and culture makers; activists and artists; bus drivers and students; those who love and hate this place—all in 15 minutes a day. It’s a smart and delightful new way to connect with the city we share. Learn more and subscribe to our morning newsletter at citycast.fm/chicago. 

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Chicago’s daily news podcast, fresh every weekday at 6 a.m. Host Jacoby Cochran brings you timely conversations with news and culture makers; activists and artists; bus drivers and students; those who love and hate this place—all in 15 minutes a day. It’s a smart and delightful new way to connect with the city we share. Learn more and subscribe to our morning newsletter at citycast.fm/chicago. 

    ShotSpotter's Uncertain Future, Fish Rebrand Failing, and West Side Gardeners

    ShotSpotter's Uncertain Future, Fish Rebrand Failing, and West Side Gardeners

    Earlier this week, City Council voted 34-14 on an ordinance aimed at keeping ShotSpotter, an attempt to reverse Mayor Brandon Johnson’s decision to end the city’s use of the highly controversial gunshot detection system in November. WTTW’s Brandis Friedman and freelance writer Reema Saleh tell Jacoby Cochran about the latest news, including why Illinois wants you to eat this invasive species, updates on cicadas, and how a group of West Siders are launching community gardens throughout their neighborhoods. 

    Good News: Chicago Sky Home Opener

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    • 32 min
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    How Sound Can Make You Feel Better

    How Sound Can Make You Feel Better

    While National Mental Health Awareness Month is coming to an end, the Chicago Department of Public Health will be continuing its Healing Arts programming, which combines art and wellness. One program is the Audio Pharmacology Sound Spa, and it happens Mondays at the Englewood Mental Health Clinic. Creator Shannon Harris talks with host Jacoby Cochran about what audio pharmacology is, how the spa works, and why it’s worth giving a try.

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    • 20 min
    Where To Find Chicago’s Best Frozen Desserts

    Where To Find Chicago’s Best Frozen Desserts

    The days are getting warmer, making this the perfect time to get yourself something sweet and cold. Host Jacoby Cochran and the City Cast Chicago team pull up to Mario’s Italian Lemonade in Little Italy to try the iconic frozen dessert. From ice cream to snow cones, they discuss the best (and most overrated) frozen treats in Chicago.
    Spots mentioned:

    Fannie May

    Lickity Split

    Shawn Michlle’s Homemade Ice Cream

    Richard’s Super Premium Ice Cream

    Two Shades Cafe

    Amorino

    The Original Rainbow Cone

    JoJo’s Shake Bar

    Margie’s Candies

    Jeni’s Ice Creams

    Kilwins

    Baba’s Famous Steak and Lemonade


    We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card and City Cast Chicago swag.

    Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter. 
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    You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246
    Learn more about our sponsors:

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    • 26 min
    Lawmakers' Spring Sprint, News Quiz, and Cicada Watch

    Lawmakers' Spring Sprint, News Quiz, and Cicada Watch

    It’s the last week of the spring session for Illinois lawmakers. Hundreds of bills have already passed but there are some big things still on the agenda including the state budget, CPS funding, and a potential transit merger. Executive producer Simone Alicea and host Jacoby Cochran break down the critical bills making their way through Springfield. Plus, we look at results from our Hey Chicago weekly news quiz and we want to see your cicada pictures.

    Good News: Dim Sum & Drag

    We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card and City Cast Chicago swag.

    Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter. 
    Follow us @citycastchicago
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    • 27 min
    How Illinois Got a Reservation After Nearly 200 Years

    How Illinois Got a Reservation After Nearly 200 Years

    For the first time in nearly two centuries, Illinois is home to federally recognized tribal land. The Prairie Band Potawatomi signed paperwork in April allowing the Department of Interior to place 130 acres in west suburban DeKalb County into a trust, giving the tribe sovereignty over the land. Host Jacoby Cochran talks with Prairie Band Chairperson Joseph Rupnick about the generations-long fight to return to the land and what this means for the Potawatomi and for Illinois.

    Good news: Mole de Mayo

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    • 17 min

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