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PM Chicago (4/18) – Predicting the NFL Draft & What O’Hare Can Learn from LaGuardia

PM Chicago (4/18) – Predicting the NFL Draft & What O’Hare Can Learn from LaGuardia

Apr 18, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Zack Pearson, who covers the Bears for BearReport, gives his NFL Draft previews as we are just one week away. After that, the Chicago Tribune’s Sarah Freishtat shares a unique example for O’Hare on how LaGuardia airport went through a rebuild. Plus, Jonathan Bregman speaks…

The Closing Bell (4/18) – A Hollywood AI Conundrum & Cocktails with Celeste

The Closing Bell (4/18) – A Hollywood AI Conundrum & Cocktails with Celeste

Apr 18, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: ABC’s Jason Nathanson joins the program to discuss a couple of AI-induced scandals in Hollywood this week. Bill Geiger of William Geiger Wealth Management shares his three jobs for retirement. Plus, Aaron Wells, lead bartender at Celeste, joins us in studio with cocktails and bites…

A deadly crash on I-90 near Hoffman Estates

A deadly crash on I-90 near Hoffman Estates

Apr 18, 2024 | kgordon

A vehicle plowed into a suburban highway toll plaza early Thursday, engulfing it and the plaza in flames and killing the motorist, police said.Illinois State Police said troopers responded to the scene after receiving a report that a vehicle had struck the Barrington Road Toll Plaza along westbound Interstate 90 in Cook County and become…

The Empty Pockets Rock The Steve Cochran Show LIVE on Tour!

The Empty Pockets Rock The Steve Cochran Show LIVE on Tour!

Apr 18, 2024 | mirandaellis

Join The Empty Pockets live on the Steve Cochran Show as they dial in from the road! Get the inside scoop on their tour adventures and their anticipation for performing the national anthem at Dodgers Stadium/ Plus, don’t miss out on learning how you can show your support for Will’s Place – check it out…

Illinois’ Next Big Flooding Disaster is on the Horizon

Illinois’ Next Big Flooding Disaster is on the Horizon

Apr 18, 2024 | mirandaellis

Embed Investigative Reporter at Illinois Answers Project/Better Government Association Meredith Newman joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the reasons behind the surge of extreme rain events experienced in this decade, what makes flooding the most threatening natural disaster in the state, and potential solutions to prevent the next big flooding disaster.

PM Chicago (4/17) – The Chicagoland Bookstore Crawl is Coming

PM Chicago (4/17) – The Chicagoland Bookstore Crawl is Coming

Apr 17, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Jeff Agrest, Deputy Sports Editor for the Chicago Sun-times, about a potential new media deal for several Chicago sports teams. Rebecca George, Co-owner of Volumes Bookcafe in Wicker Park, has all the details on the Chicagoland Bookstore Crawl, happening next Saturday, April 27. Plus, where…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (4/17) – “Swicy” Foods Take Over the Market

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (4/17) – “Swicy” Foods Take Over the Market

Apr 17, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: Paula Bratcher Ratliff, President of Women Impact Tech, joins to discuss Chicago’s impact as a tech hub and more. Jared Dillian from Jared Dillian Money stops by the program for his bi-weekly visit, this time touching on virtual currency and market changes. Plus, Alex Stone…

A new effort underway to curb violence in Chicago

A new effort underway to curb violence in Chicago

Apr 17, 2024 | kgordon

It’s called the Crime Gun Intelligence Center or CGIC. The Center will weave together federal, state and local law enforcement to investigate and prevent gun violence. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco was in town for the announcement. The CGIC will also use an interconnected ballistics network to help law enforcement connect gun crimes using markings…

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