Connected To Chicago with Bill Cameron

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Connected To Chicago Podcast

Connected to Chicago (08-20-2017)

Connected to Chicago (08-20-2017)

It’s been such a chaotic week in Washington D.C. and Springfield, IL, it’s only fitting that we take a look back at the common sense of Chicago’s first Mayor Daley. In this week’s round table discussion, Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of…

Connected To Chicago (8-13-17)

Connected To Chicago (8-13-17)

Bill Cameron sits down with Governor Bruce Rauner in this week’s news-maker interview. In this week’s round table discussion, Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun Times. In this week’s Community Spotlight segment, Jennifer Keiper speaks with Steve Bernas, Better Business Bureau Chicago Chief.

Connected To Chicago With Bill Cameron (8-06-17)

Connected To Chicago With Bill Cameron (8-06-17)

Bill Cameron sits down with Mayor Emanuel, who says he’s going to sue the Trump Justice Dept on Monday over its new Sanctuary City rules. In this week’s round table discussion, Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun Times.

Connected to Chicago With Bill Cameron (07-30-2017)

Connected to Chicago With Bill Cameron (07-30-2017)

Newsmaker Guest: Newsmaker Guest: Zachary T. Fardon – Former United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois about fixing the ongoing issues at the Chicago police department. What is a decent decree? Bill says it sounds expensive, and questions who will pay for it. We also get Fardon’s thoughts on President Donald Trump’s threat…

Connected To Chicago With Bill Cameron (07-23-2017)

Connected To Chicago With Bill Cameron (07-23-2017)

Bill Cameron Sits down with Cook Country Board President Toni Preckwinkle. In this week’s round table discussion, Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun Times. In this week’s community spotlight, Nick Gale talks with Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart.

Connected to Chicago (07-16-2017)

Connected to Chicago (07-16-2017)

Bob Daiber, a Democratic candidate for Governor, joins Bill Cameron to tell us about his campaign for Governor. Daiber is the only candidate from southern Illinois and resides in Marine, Illinois with his wife Karen and their two sons. What can he do that the other candidates can’t? Is Mike Madigan had too much influence…

Illinois State Representative, Scott Drury (D) 58th district which includes portions of Bannockburn, Deerfield, Glencoe, Highwood, Highland Park, Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, Lincolnshire, Northbrook and North Chicago. The state finally has a budget and Rep. Drury voted in favor for the plan which includes an income tax increase for Illinois residents. Funding vital public services,…

Connected to Chicago (07-02-2017)

Connected to Chicago (07-02-2017)

Gubernatorial Candidate, Chris Kennedy tells Host Bill Cameron why he is running for the state’s top office and why he is the best option to replace Bruce Rauner. Kennedy also gives insight on several issues including: Chicago’s need for a casino, the possibility of legalizing marijuana in the state, and signs of hope for state…

Connected to Chicago (6-25-2017)

Connected to Chicago (6-25-2017)

Bill Cameron sits down with Voices for Illinois Children president Tasha Green Cruzat. In this week’s round table discussion, Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun Times. In this week’s Community Spotlight, John Dempsey focuses on the plan to combine the South Shore and Jackson Park Golf courses into a championship level course.

Connected to Chicago (6-18-2017)

Connected to Chicago (6-18-2017)

Bill Cameron sits down with Republican member of the Illinois House of Representatives, Jim Durkin. In this week’s round table discussion, Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun Times. This week’s community spotlight segment is about a new campaign to highlight the importance of proper disposal of expired – unused and unwanted prescription and over the counter medications.

Connected To Chicago (06-11-2017)

Connected To Chicago (06-11-2017)

Bill Cameron talks with US Senator Tammy Duckworth. In this week’s round table discussion, Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun Times. n this week’s Community Spotlight Nick Gale focuses on Chicago’s iconic “L” train.

Connected to Chicago (6-04-2017)

Connected to Chicago (6-04-2017)

Bill Cameron sits down with Michael Reever of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce. Bill Cameron also talks with State Comptroller Susana Mendoza. In this week’s round table discussion, Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun Times. Jennifer Keiper talks with Susan Whiteside in this week’s community spotlight.

Connected to Chicago (05-28-2017)

Connected to Chicago (05-28-2017)

Bill Cameron sits down with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, Andy Shaw. In this week’s round table discussion, Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun Times. Jennifer Keiper talks with Jim Graham, Global Manager of Ford’s “Driving Skills For Life Program.”

Connected To Chicago (5-21-2017)

Connected To Chicago (5-21-2017)

Bill Cameron sits down this week with Senator Dick Durbin. In this week’s round table discussion, Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun Times. John Dempsey’s Community Spotlight piece focuses on the opening of the downtown Riverwalk.

Connected to Chicago (5-14-2017)

Connected to Chicago (5-14-2017)

Bill Cameron talks with Congressman Dan Lipinski regarding the most recent Trump topics. In this week’s round table discussion, Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun Times. In this week’s Community Spotlight, Nick Gale talks about the 10,000 Small Business Program.

Connected to Chicago (05-07-2017)

Connected to Chicago (05-07-2017)

Bill Cameron is joined this week by Republican Governor of Illinois, Bruce Rauner. They discuss many issues regarding “Trumpcare.” Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun Times for this week’s round table discussion. In this week’s Community spotlight, Jennifer Keiper focuses on Illinois tourism.

Connected to Chicago – 04-22-2017

Connected to Chicago – 04-22-2017

Celebrating Mayor Richard M. Daley’s 75th birthday (Monday) with some of his “Greatest Hits”. Then, Ray Long breaks a story about a fired Illinois Tollway employ who was hired to run the security detail at O’hare airport and follows up on the Chicago Tribune investigation of state pharmacies and law changes that need to be…

Connected to Chicago (04-15-2017)

Connected to Chicago (04-15-2017)

State Representative Will Guzzardi sits down with Bill Cameron to discuss the hot topics in politics this week. Bill Cameron is joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Greg Hinz of Crain’s, and Lynn Sweet of the Chicago Sun Times to discuss the recent United Airlines situations and more. In this week’s Community segment, Nick Gale focuses on Arbor day, which is Friday, April 28.

Connected to Chicago – 04-09-2017

Connected to Chicago – 04-09-2017

Former Chairman of the Illinois Republican Party, Pat Brady talks with Bill Cameron to discuss leadership in the republican party, and other pressing issues such as the recent U.S. missile strike on Syria

Connected to Chicago – 04-02-2017

Connected to Chicago – 04-02-2017

Alderman, Raymond Lopez (15th Ward) talks to Bill Cameron about the continuing problems of gang crime, drugs, guns, and unemployment in his ward.

Connected to Chicago – 03-26-2017

Connected to Chicago – 03-26-2017

Cook County State’s Attorney, Kim Foxx. The end of the Obamacare Recall Bill, and details about the School Meals Summit “Nourish to Flourish.”

Connected To Chicago (3/19/2017)

Connected To Chicago (3/19/2017)

Bill Cameron talks to Chicago mayor, Rahm Emanuel and the mayor’s thoughts on Governor Bruce Rauner’s destruction of the “grand bargain” budget plan, the continued gang and gun crimes in the city and even northwestern basketball’s historic season and first win.

3/13/2017 – Connected To Chicago

3/13/2017 – Connected To Chicago

Roberta Lynch, Executive Director of AFSCME, the public services employees union representing many state of Illinois employees. Governor Bruce Rauner has effectively stopped negotiating with the union over state employee contracts.