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October 1, 2019 - Full Show

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Cannabis Tourism: Will Legalized Marijuana Bring Reefer Madness to Illinois?

The Jan. 1 legalization of recreational marijuana in Illinois brings with it many dizzying questions. Could the Land of Lincoln become the Midwest mecca for marijuana tourism?

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Crain’s Headlines: McPier Leader to Join Real Estate Firm Clayco

Lori Healy, the head of the agency that runs McCormick Place and Navy Pier, is joining Clayco, a real estate, architecture and construction firm. 

As a Young Man, He Traveled with ‘Railroad Tramps’ and Documented Their Lives

More than 40 years ago, Chicagoan Dale Wickum traveled all over the country by freight train to meet and photograph men who called themselves “railroad tramps.” The photos have been in storage since the 1970s. Until now.

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‘A New Low’: Sen. Durbin on Ukraine Call, Trump Impeachment Inquiry

In a flurry of tweets, President Donald Trump spent the last several days attacking the newly launched impeachment inquiry against him. U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin weighs in on the situation.

Deported Army Veteran from Chicago Returns to United States

Miguel Perez came to the U.S. from Mexico as a child, and served in Afghanistan in the early 2000s. After being deported last year, he was pardoned by Gov. J.B. Pritzker and is now back in Chicago. He joins us in discussion.

‘Remaking a Life’: New Book Features Chicago Women Living with HIV/AIDS

For more than a decade, Northwestern University professor Celeste Watkins-Hayes documented the lives of more than 100 women living with HIV/AIDS in Chicago and beyond. Now, their stories are featured in a new book.

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September 30, 2019 - Full Show

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Chicago Teachers Union Members Vote to Authorize Strike

Ninety-four percent of Chicago Teachers Union members voted to authorize a walkout, according to preliminary results announced Thursday night at the CTU headquarters.

Isaiah Collier: An Emerging Chicago Talent in Jazz and Blues

With a new record in the wings – and concerts around the world – one of Chicago’s hidden musical talents is increasingly becoming not so hidden. He recently turned 21 years old – but musically, Isaiah Collier is an old soul. 

Crain’s Headlines: 25 Chicago Restaurants Get Michelin Stars

Michelin, the global fine dining guide, granted its prestigious star awards Thursday to a swath of Chicago restaurants, this year bestowing the honor on 25 local venues. That’s up from 22 last year.

Whistleblower Gives Democrats a ‘Roadmap’ for Trump Probe

The explosive details of a whistleblower’s complaint against President Donald Trump provided Democrats on Thursday with a roadmap for their impeachment inquiry. We get reaction from Chicago-area congressmen.

September 26, 2019 - Full Show

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Banged-Up Bears Look to Keep Things Rolling Against Vikings

Former Bears offensive lineman James “Big Cat” Williams gives us three key takes on what the Chicago Bears need to do to beat the Minnesota Vikings in week four.

Jacqueline Stewart, TCM’s Newest Host, on Film Preservation, Representation

The Turner Classic Movies series “Silent Sunday Nights” is a celebration of some of the triumphs of early filmmaking, and its new host is a Chicago native whose love of the movies goes all the way back to her childhood.