50 years ago today Title IX opened opportunities for women to take part in college sports. Former basketball and golf Illini star student-athlete Becky Beach shares what it was like being a female student-athlete in 1972.
Andrea Darlas, in for John Howell, is joined by Paul Vallas. They discuss the mayor’s claims that the CPD Officers are not overworked and how CPD’s work schedule has changed to lengthen days while eliminating holidays and days off. They also discuss the new “foot pursuit policy” and how that is affecting the police force.
The invasive species has been rebranded as “copi,” a play on the word copious. Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ Assistant Fisheries Chief Kevin Irons told Rob Johnson that the change is an effort to make the fish more palatable to eat.
Southside Environmental Group is sponsoring the 2nd Annual Juneteenth Chicago Freedom Day Celebration! Honor and celebrate Juneteenth Saturday, June 18, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Bradley (Josephine) Park with free food, snacks live music and so much more!
June 28th is the Illinois primary election, but you can go vote right now! NBC5 political analyst Mary Ann Ahern covers the crowded field of Chicago mayoral candidates and gubernatorial candidates and expresses the importance of getting out of the voting booths.
It’s another scorcher with temperatures hitting the 90s. UIC emergency medicine Dr. Chris Colbert gives the Steve Cochran Show tips to recognize serious heat illness and how to keep your family and elderly loved ones safe. Check out the Steve Cochran Show page to hear the full interview.
Chicago Builds is teaching CPS juniors and seniors real-world skills before they graduate. Carpentry teacher at Chicago Builds Tony Negron shares how they are paving a new way for Chicago Public School students.
Justin Medina believes that one-size-fits-all probation and parole sentences are not solutions for reducing the crime rate in the United States. Pete McMurray and Jane Monzures Clauss find out how Medina wants to improve the parole/probation system. Head to the WLS AM Highlights page to hear the full interview.
Former federal prosecutor Pat Brady talks with Pete McMurray and Judy Pielach about the biggest takeaways from yesterday’s Jan 6th committee hearings. Head to the WLS AM Highlights page to hear the full interview.
Congress passes new gun control bills after hearing testimonies from the Uvalde survivors. ABC News’ Brad Garrett breaks down what happened during yesterday’s U.S. House hearing addressing gun violence. Head to the WLS AM Highlights Page to hear the full interview!
40 years ago, Elizabeth Carr was the first baby conceived via in vitro fertilization in the United States. Elizabeth Carr shares how it felt to be covered by the media since she was three cells old and how IVF has become a significant path of conception for many couples. To hear the full interview, head…
Can any candidate beat Governor J.B. Pritzker? Steve Cochran will be driving mornings on the Big 89 starting Wednesday! Pete McMurray and Judy Pielach catch up with Steve Cochran and find out how is feeling about Wednesday.
After 100 days into the Russian invasion of Ukraine, where does the United States go from here? Director of Heritage’s Center for National Defense Thomas Spoehr talks with Pete McMurray and Judy Pielach. To hear the full interview, head to the WLS AM Highlights page!
The SCOTUS is scheduled to wrap up its session at the end of the month, but 30 potentially controversial opinions remain on the table. Asst. Law Professor NIU School of Law Evan Bernick shares what should we expect in these key rulings including religion, guns and abortion with Pete McMurry and Judy Pielach.
78 years ago, more than 160,000 Allied troops landed on Normandy Beach. Normandy Beach tour guide Dale Booth shares the history of ‘Operation Overload’ and remembers the lives lost on that fateful day with Pete McMurray and Judy Pielach. Head to the WLS AM Highlights page to hear the full interview.
According to Wirepoints, the Illinois school system is not preparing students for their future. Wirepoints’ Ted Dabrowski discusses how the Illinois education system is failing your children with Pete McMurray and Judy Pielach. Head to the WLS AM Highlights page to hear the full interview.
“Officers walking in uniform is pride for their profession and their identity.” -Former Aurora Chief of Police Kristen Ziman weighing in on Aurora parade organizers asking Aurora Police Officers to participate in Aurora’s pride parade out of uniform.
Styx, Chuck Berry, Sam Cooke, Jim Peterik and more will be inducted into the Illinois Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame this Sunday! Pete McMurray and Judy Pielach talk with the founder of the Illinois Rock n’ Roll Museum on Route 66 to find out more information. https://www.roadtorock.org/
“The leaders of the Chicago Police Department are incompetent.” – Mayoral candidate Paul Vallas shares his vision for the City of Chicago with Pete McMurray and Judy Pielach on 890 WLS.
Should you be worried about Monkeypox? Medical director of infection prevention and control at UI Health Dr. Susan Bleasdale explains what this viral disease is and how to keep yourself safe with Pete McMurray and Judy Pielach.
The former CEO of Chicago Public Schools also ran for the position in 2019. Vallas joined John Howell to discuss the difference in his campaign this time around and whether or not he feels Lori Lightfoot is vulnerable. Catch the full interview on the John Howell podcast page.
Pete McMurray and Judy Pielach have had their identity stolen one too many times. Cyber security expert Ryan O’Halloran shares tips to keep your identity protected. To hear the full interview, head to the WLS AM Highlights page!
What would happen if the United States went into another recession and is there anything the government can do to stop it? Heritage Foundation’s EJ Antoni discusses where the United States’ economy is heading with Pete McMurray and Judy Pielach.
Former Texas Ranger and co-founder of Cinco Peso Training Group discusses the decision making process of Uvalde officers and what can be done to prevent school shootings with Pete McMurray and Judy Pielach on 890 WLS. To hear the full interview, head to the WLS AM Highlights Page!
