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Chicago issuing cooling reminder

Chicago issuing cooling reminder

May 31, 2023 | bgogoel

The city of Chicago has released a reminder that as the temperatures climb higher, some buildings are required to protect all residents with an air conditioning unit or a cool central area. Those buildings include housing for older people, buildings with one-hundred or more apartments, and buildings taller than 80 feet. The rules go into…

One Illinois Senator has introduced a bill to improve airline evacuations

One Illinois Senator has introduced a bill to improve airline evacuations

May 31, 2023 | kgordon

Sen. Tammy Duckworth introduced legislation Wednesday to set standards for the Federal Aviation Administration to test how quickly passengers can escape a plane during an emergency. Some lawmakers aren’t sure modern planes can be evacuated in 90 seconds, as federal rules require. Duckworth says FAA tests a few years ago were unrealistic because they only…

State Short Changed on Lead Line Funds

State Short Changed on Lead Line Funds

May 31, 2023 | nickgale

(CHICAGO) — It appears that Illinois is being short changed when it comes to federal dollars to replace lead water service lines. The Chicago Tribune reports that Illinois and other states with the most lead service lines are getting far fewer federal dollars per line than those with far fewer toxic pipes. The paper found…

Center for A.I. Safety says artificial intelligence poses ‘risk of extinction’

Center for A.I. Safety says artificial intelligence poses ‘risk of extinction’

May 31, 2023 | mirandaellis

AI may be the next hot commodity in the tech sector, but some experts are sounding the alarm about what it means for the future of humanity. Kristian Hammond, professor of computer science at Northwestern University, joins the Steve Cochran Show to talk about the risks AI poses, as well as the benefits that it…

Generation Gap: Why different generations clash in the workplace

Generation Gap: Why different generations clash in the workplace

May 31, 2023 | mirandaellis

As Gen Z enters the workforce, older generations of workers are experiencing strife as they adapt to this new group of employees. Julie Bauke, President & Chief Career Strategist of The Bauke Group joins Steve and Jane to talk about issues in the workplace as 4 different generations are trying to make the best of…

Drone strikes hit Moscow – Is Ukraine on the offensive?

Drone strikes hit Moscow – Is Ukraine on the offensive?

May 31, 2023 | mirandaellis

Nicholas Grossman, professor of international relations at University of Illinois, joins Steve and Jane to talk about the kamikaze drone strikes that hit the Russian capitol, Ukraine’s likely involvement in the strikes, and how drone warfare is changing the modern battlefield across the globe.

The Shift In Coverage for Chicago Mayors 

The Shift In Coverage for Chicago Mayors 

May 30, 2023 | rwoodall

John Howell welcomes Neil Steinberg, Columnist at the Chicago Sun-Times, to elaborate on how the Sun-Times coverage of City Hall progressed & if the cynicism was a natural evolution or a result of scandals.

Key Tests Ahead On the U.S. Debt Ceiling Deal

Key Tests Ahead On the U.S. Debt Ceiling Deal

May 30, 2023 | rwoodall

U.S. President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy have worked out an agreement to raise the federal debt ceiling, but here are still hurdles ahead. John Howell is joined by Andy Field, ABC News Correspondent, Washington, to provide updates on whether or not the 99-page bill will pass the House of Representatives and proceed forward to…

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