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July 9, 2024 - Full Show

The Chicago Police Department rejects a watchdog’s demand to reopen an investigation into officers with extremist ties. And transit leaders push back on a proposed merger.

Chicago-Area Public Transit Leaders Call for Funding Boost, Push Back on Merger Proposal

Tuesday marked the first of at least six planned hearings about overhauling Chicago-area public transit agencies, proposed as part of legislation filed in May. That plan also calls for $1.5 billion in additional funding.

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CPD Rejects Watchdog’s Demand to Reopen ‘Deficient’ Probe Into 8 Officers With Ties to Oath Keepers

Investigators with CPD’s Bureau of Internal Affairs did not interview anyone other than the eight officers accused of belonging to the Oath Keepers, according to a 30-page report.

Downtown Day Aims to Expose Chicago’s Youth to Art and Design

Downtown Day on July 13 aims to expose young people to art and design, using the city as a backdrop. 

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Pritzker Says He’s ‘All in for Joe Biden’ Amid Calls for the President to Drop Out of 2024 Race

Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Tuesday said “of course” President Joe Biden is mentally and physically up to serving for another term. But the governor left open the door to a White House run if there is an opening, refusing an opportunity to dismiss that possibility by saying it’s a hypothetical.

Rep. Mike Quigley Reiterates Call for President Joe Biden to Step Aside: ‘He Can’t Win and My Colleagues Need to Recognize That’

As lawmakers began to arrive Tuesday morning for what is expected to be a lengthy meeting in Washington, D.C., with congressional Democrats, Quigley was asked by reporters about his position on the president’s campaign.

After Chicago NASCAR Race, Advocates Say Environmental Concerns and Higher Permit Fees Should Be Considered

The Grant Park Advisory Council voiced concerns to the Chicago Park District and the city regarding NASCAR’s contributions.

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July 8, 2024 - Full Show

Mayor Brandon Johnson is promising consequences after a violent holiday weekend. And critics say the entertainment value of NASCAR is not worth the damage. 

‘There Will Be Consequences’ Mayor Brandon Johnson Promises After 19 Killed, More Than 100 Shot in Chicago Over Extended Fourth of July Holiday Weekend

“We need to ensure that we are holding every single individual accountable for the pain and trauma and torment that they have caused in this city,” Mayor Brandon Johnson said.

Week in Review: Biden Campaign Tries Damage Control; Chicago’s Pension Debt Tops $37B

Biden says he’s not going anywhere amid calls for him to step aside. The Supreme Court rules on presidential immunity. And hearings are set for plans to merge the CTA, Metra and Pace.

Pritzker, Fellow Democratic Governors to Meet With Biden Amid Concerns Over President’s Campaign

Wednesday’s meeting comes on the heels of President Joe Biden’s performance during the first of two scheduled debates with former President Donald Trump last week, which raised concerns about Biden’s mental acuity.

July 2, 2024 - Full Show

The Supreme Court lets Illinois’ ban on assault weapons stand — for now. What the court’s decision on presidential immunity means for the upcoming election. And a new exhibit explores life along Route 66.

Judge Delays Donald Trump’s Hush Money Sentencing Until at Least September After Supreme Court Immunity Ruling

The postponement sets the sentencing for Sept. 18 at the earliest — if it happens at all, since Trump’s lawyers are arguing that the Supreme Court ruling merits not only delaying the sentencing but tossing out his conviction.

Chicago’s Pension Debt Continues to Rise, Increasing $1.8B in 2023 to $37.2B: City Analysis

In all, Chicago owes $37.2 billion to its four employee pension funds representing police officers, firefighters, municipal employees and laborers, according to the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

Illinois Finally Signs Agreement to Build $1B Invasive Carp Barrier, Now That the State Isn’t on the Hook for Entire Lifelong Maintenance Tab

After months of negotiations, Illinois has finally signed onto a project partnership agreement with the state of Michigan and the Army Corps of Engineers to move forward with construction of what’s largely viewed as the last line of defense against invasive carp entering the Great Lakes.