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What to Know About Tuesday’s Primary Before Heading to the Voting Booth

Mary Ann Ahern joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss celebrating 35 years with NBC 5 and why voting in the upcoming primaries is vital. To stay informed about the latest election updates, listen to the Steve Cochran Show from 11 AM to 1 PM. Afterward, you can catch Mary Ann in the “Decision 2024” Illinois Primary Election special on the “NBC Chicago News” 24/7 live streaming channel.

GOP candidate Dr. Kent Mercado is running for Illinois’ 11th District

GOP candidate for Illinois’ 11th District Dr. Kent Mercado joins the Steve Cochran Show to how his wife encouraged him to run for the 11th District, his vision for addressing the pressing mental health crisis facing Illinois, and why creating bipartisan collaboration is essential.

For more information about Dr. Kent Mercado and his campaign, visit https://drkentmercadoforcongress.com/.

Sammy’s Law: Leading the Charge to Shield Our Youth in the Digital Era

Tune in as Marc Berkman, CEO of the Organization for Social Media Safety, joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into the origins of the fight for Sammy’s Law, how this legislation will empower parents to monitor their children’s social media activity, and the reasons why social media companies might oppose such a law.

For more information visit: https://www.socialmediasafety.org/sammys-law/

Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball Team Ready to Conquer the Big 10 Tournament!

Join the Steve Cochran Show for an exclusive interview with Illini Men’s Basketball Head Coach Brad Underwood as he discusses the team’s preparations for the Big 10 Tournament, scheduled for Friday at 5:30 PM. They also delve into the players’ training regimen and strategies for the upcoming game and Coach Underwood shares some of the superstitions he has relied on in the past.

IL House Representative Bob Morgan attacks ‘junk fees’: The extra fees you pay to enjoy life’s pleasures

The Steve Cochran Show welcomes Illinois House Representative Bob Morgan from the 58th district to discuss “junk fees”, the legislation they are trying to pass that is aimed at requiring upfront disclosures of total prices for various goods and services across industries, and obstacles hindering the passage of this vital bill.

Scientology coming to Downtown Chicago

Neil Steinberg, a columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times, joins the Steve Cochran Show to share his surprise about a new Scientology center opening in Downtown Chicago. They delve into the history of Scientology in Illinois before the construction of this Downtown center and ponder whether the center will succeed in the city or face closure in the near future.

The Hidden Wealth Solution

Helping Baby Boomers & Retirees to discover and uncover their Hidden Wealth! Helping remove the IRS from Retirement Income & Assets. Preventing Uncle Sam from a share of your family’s inheritance!

Celebrating 60 Years of The Ides of March on March 15th at the Norris Cultural Arts Center

Jim Peterik joins the Steve Cochran Show to share his experiences of touring all over the country over the years, whether the band ever grows weary of performing ‘Vehicle,’ and playfully hint at what color his hair might be for the Ides of March’s upcoming show at the Norris Cultural Arts Center in St. Charles on March 15th at 7:30 pm.

Rock Icon Dee Snider and Culinary Visionary Billy Dec Shake the Airwaves on the Steve Cochran Show

Get ready for an electrifying conversation on the Steve Cochran Show as Dee Snider, the iconic frontman of Twisted Sister, and legendary Chicago entrepreneur Billy Dec come together. They delve into various topics, including the inspiration behind Dee’s latest book ‘Frats’, the cultural shifts that WLS has witnessed over the years, and Billy’s latest culinary venture – the opening of a new Sunda New Asian restaurant in Fulton Market.