PM Chicago (4/9) – Geoffrey Baer Tries to Answer “Chicago Mysteries”

PM Chicago (4/9) – Geoffrey Baer Tries to Answer “Chicago Mysteries”

On this episode of PM Chicago: Geoffrey Baer joins Bret Gogoel in studio to talk all about WTTW’s Chicago Mysteries, an upcoming special uncovering the answers to questions big and small about our city. Nick Gale brings us a piece from Greg Hinz regarding Lori Lightfoot’s investigation into the Mayor of Dolton. Plus, the COPA…

PM Chicago (4/8) – Superintendents Weigh in on the Bears Debate

PM Chicago (4/8) – Superintendents Weigh in on the Bears Debate

On this episode of PM Chicago: Jonathan Bregman, WLS Producer and News Anchor, joins us from Indianapolis where he watched the eclipse during totality. Retired Chief Tom Weitzel, Riverside, shares his thoughts on the number of gun cases in Chicago that are turned down by the Feds. Plus, the Daily Herald’s Chris Placek shares the…

PM Chicago (4/5) – Celebrating Rum Fest with Chicago Cane Cooperative

PM Chicago (4/5) – Celebrating Rum Fest with Chicago Cane Cooperative

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel is joined in studio by Sean Ellis Hussey, Co-founder of Chicago Cane Cooperative, to chat rum and Chicago Rum Fest. Bill Cameron, Host of Take 1, talks about the latest episode and the big issues coming out of City Hall this week. Plus, Jonathan Bregman sits down…

PM Chicago (4/4) – How to Enjoy the Eclipse in Chicago

PM Chicago (4/4) – How to Enjoy the Eclipse in Chicago

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with the Daily Herald’s Chris Placek about a battle over Pickleball in Elk Grove Village. Geza Guyck, Senior Director of Astrony at the Adler Planetarium, joins the program to discuss the upcoming solar eclipse, how to view it in Chicago, and the offerings at the Adler.…

PM Chicago (4/3) – Chicago’s Pension Problems

PM Chicago (4/3) – Chicago’s Pension Problems

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with the Chicago Tribune’s Sarah Freishtat about the challenges vacant lots pose for the city and public transit. Ted Dabrowski, Wirepoints President, shares his thoughts on Chicago’s pension troubles. Plus, Joey Dwyer’s White Sox advice paid off yesterday. Will lightning strike twice?

PM Chicago (4/2) – Will Video Gambling Come to Chicago?

PM Chicago (4/2) – Will Video Gambling Come to Chicago?

On this episode of PM Chicago: the Chicago Tribune’s Dan Petrella joins Bret Gogoel to discuss the potential of video gambling coming to Chicago. Nick Gale brings us a conversation from the morning show with Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow on Eileen O’Niell Burke and the future of the city. Plus, what is going…

 PM Chicago (4/1) – Celebrating Our City of Neighborhoods

 PM Chicago (4/1) – Celebrating Our City of Neighborhoods

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Rob Fojtik, VP of Neighborhood Strategy for Choose Chicago, about their upcoming docuseries, “The 77: A City of Neighborhoods.” After that, Ret. Chief Tom Weitzel from Riverside shares his thoughts on a controversial police training program. Plus, Jonathan Bregman speaks with Casey Toner about the…

PM Chicago (3/29) – Where Does Johnson’s Agenda Go from Here?

PM Chicago (3/29) – Where Does Johnson’s Agenda Go from Here?

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Andrea Darlas, Morning Show Co-Host and Host of Show & Tell, about this week’s episode featuring one of the cast members of “Peter Pan.” David Greising, President and CEO of the Better Government Association, says Brandon Johnson needs to focus on the financial details of…

PM Chicago (3/28) – Governor Pat Quinn on Stadium Subsidies

PM Chicago (3/28) – Governor Pat Quinn on Stadium Subsidies

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with former Governor Pat Quinn about his thoughts on voters and stadium subsidies. Brian Barnhart, Voice of the Fighting Illini, previews tonight’s Sweet 16 game against Iowa State. Plus, Bret has the latest on the Rockford stabbing attack and the State’s Attorney race.

PM Chicago (3/27) – Dick Simpson on Chicago’s Modern Mayors

PM Chicago (3/27) – Dick Simpson on Chicago’s Modern Mayors

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with the Chicago Tribune’s LaMond Pope, who gives us a White Sox season preview ahead of tomorrow’s home opener. Dick Simpson, renowned political scholar, joins the program to speak about editing the book, “Chicago’s Modern Mayors: From Harold Washington to Lori Lightfoot.” Plus, the CTU is…

PM Chicago (3/26) – The DNC as Chicago’s Make or Break

PM Chicago (3/26) – The DNC as Chicago’s Make or Break

On this episode of PM Chicago with Bret Gogoel: Chicago journalist Steve Hendershot joins the show to share his thoughts on how the DNC gives the city a chance to shine (or fail) in the national spotlight. Kim Gordon sits down with Ian Leong, a sixth grader from Vernon Hills who recently won the Regional…

PM Chicago (3/25) – The State’s Attorney Race Remains Historically Close

PM Chicago (3/25) – The State’s Attorney Race Remains Historically Close

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with political consultant Frank Calabrese about the historically close State’s Attorney race update. Chief Tom Weitzel, Ret., from Riverside joins the show to discuss police-involved shootings and the investigative process. Plus, Nic Strohmayer & Lisa Gavin join us to preview the Des Plaines Children’s Museum as…

PM Chicago (3/22) – March Madness is in Full Swing

PM Chicago (3/22) – March Madness is in Full Swing

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Crain’s Chicago’s Leigh Giangreco about Rich Guidice’s departure from the Johnson administration. Bill Cameron, WLS City Hall Reporter Emeritus & Host of Take 1, joins the show to preview this weekend’s show. Plus, the State’s Attorney race has only tightened, and March Madness has begun.

PM Chicago (3/20) – An Illinois Primary Recap & a March Madness Preview

PM Chicago (3/20) – An Illinois Primary Recap & a March Madness Preview

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Brian Barnhart, Voice of the Fighting Illini, ahead of tomorrow’s first round game of the March Madness tournament. Justin Kaufmann from AXIOS Chicago gives us an Illinois primary recap. Plus, Kim Gordon speaks with Miao Jenny Hua, MD, PhD, MPH at the Chicago Department of…

PM Chicago (3/19) – The Lolla Lineup is Here

PM Chicago (3/19) – The Lolla Lineup is Here

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: It’s election day in Illinois. Nick Gale brings us a piece on one of the biggest races to watch, the State’s Attorney race. Lauren O’Neil, Midday host on Q101, stops by the studio to chat with Bret about the newly announced Lollapalooza lineup. Plus, the start time for White…

PM Chicago (3/18) – Previewing Tomorrow’s Ballot

PM Chicago (3/18) – Previewing Tomorrow’s Ballot

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel touches base with Ret. Chief Tom Weitzel from Riverside on the latest in law enforcement, including how to respond in officer related shootings. After that, Chicago Tribune Chief Political Reporter Rick Pearson joins the program to preview the focuses of tomorrow’s Democratic ballot. Plus, Kim Gordon sits…

PM Chicago (3/15) – Celebrating St. Paddy’s Day in the City & Beyond

PM Chicago (3/15) – Celebrating St. Paddy’s Day in the City & Beyond

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel catches up with Andrea Darlas, Morning Show Co-host and Host of Show & Tell, as she recounts the morning show’s interview with Sammy Sosa and also previews this weekend’s podcast. Then, Liz Owens, VP of Vacations by Rail, shares some of the exciting trips you can take…

PM Chicago (3/14) – Chicago’s Four St. Patrick’s Day Parades

PM Chicago (3/14) – Chicago’s Four St. Patrick’s Day Parades

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Chloe Hilles from the Lake County News-Sun and Pioneer Press about a battle over liquor licenses in Highland Park. Then, Linze Rice from Block Club Chicago explains why Chicago has four St. Patrick’s Day parades. Plus, Jonathan Bregman sits down with Block Club’s Quinn Myers…

PM Chicago (3/13) – New Bills Challenging the CPS Board

PM Chicago (3/13) – New Bills Challenging the CPS Board

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Chalkbeat reporter Reema Amin joins Bret Gogoel to discuss the new bills challenging recent choices from the Chicago school board. Veteran Chicago journalist Abdon Pallasch previews the first episode of his investigative podcast about the IRA, “The Rebel Kind.” Plus, Kim Gordon sits down with Ryan Wagner from the…

PM Chicago (3/12) – Maria Pappas: If You Don’t Vote, Don’t Complain.

PM Chicago (3/12) – Maria Pappas: If You Don’t Vote, Don’t Complain.

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas joins the show to discuss the importance of every vote in primary elections. Chris Placek from the Daily Herald has the latest details on the Arlington Heights and Chicago Bears back and forth. Plus, the Kennedy is officially a nightmare again, and there are…

PM Chicago (3/11) – What Does the $2 Billion Bears Pledge Really Mean?

PM Chicago (3/11) – What Does the $2 Billion Bears Pledge Really Mean?

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel and Crain’s Chicago’s Justin Laurence discuss everything we know about the Bears pledging $2 billion to a new lakefront stadium. Ret. Chief Tom Weitzel shares his thoughts on Hammond, IN purchasing Shot Spotter, the State’s Attorney race, and more. Plus, tonight, the construction begins again on the…

PM Chicago (3/8) – The Bears Look Back Towards Arlington Heights

PM Chicago (3/8) – The Bears Look Back Towards Arlington Heights

On this episode of PM Chicago with Bret Gogoel: the Daily Herald’s Russell Lissau returns to the program with an update on the labor union 11th District endorsement confusion. Then, Bill Cameron, Host of Take 1 and WLS City Hall Reporter Emeritus, previews this weekend’s show, which features an interview with Clayton Harris III. Finally,…

PM Chicago (3/7) – The Importance of The Mobile Museum of Tolerance

PM Chicago (3/7) – The Importance of The Mobile Museum of Tolerance

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Casey Toner, Reporter for the Better Government Association, who shares the latest on Dolton’s Mayor Tiffany Henyard. Jacqueline Carrol, Director of the Mobile Museum of Tolerance, tells us about the museum’s mission and their Anti-hate essay contest. Plus, Nick Gale brings us a piece from…

PM Chicago (3/6) – Construction Begins at the Former Chicago Spire Site

PM Chicago (3/6) – Construction Begins at the Former Chicago Spire Site

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Ben Szalinski, Legislative Reporter for The Daily Line, about the Illinois’ Senate’s decision regarding Chicago’s school board election. After that, Lee Bey, Chicago Sun-Times Architecture Critic, shares the details as construction begins at the former Chicago Spire site. Finally, Jonathan Bregman sits down with Chicago…

PM Chicago (3/1) – Dungeons and Dragons and Casual English Skills

PM Chicago (3/1) – Dungeons and Dragons and Casual English Skills

On today’s episode of PM Chicago: Rachel Woodall sits down with Professor Shane Dunkle to discuss how he is using Dungeons & Dragons as a tool to teach students casual English skills. The Daily Herald’s Russell Lissau joins Bret Gogoel with two stories out of the suburbs, including a dispute as to whom the auto…