Tag Archives: Steve Cochran

NFL Draft: Is Caleb Williams the Real Deal?

Jr. NFL Analyst ‘Primetime’ David Clauss joins the Steve Cochran Show on NFL Draft Day to delve into why the Chicago Bears should not select Caleb Williams in the draft, how this year’s draft class compares to previous ones, and he shares his thoughts on Chicago Bears’ stadium proposal.

‘If the Bears want this, they should put it on the ballot.’ -Former Governor Pat Quinn on the Steve Cochran Show

Former Governor Pat Quinn joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the Bears’ plan to request over $2 billion in public funds to finance their $4.6 billion stadium project. They delve into Quinn’s call for a November 5, 2024 referendum, to determine whether taxpayers should provide any subsidy to the Bears for building a new stadium, the taxpayers’ interests, and whether this deal is beneficial for them.

‘They believe in the vision and they believe in the university.’ – Coach Shauna Green, Fighting Illini Women’s Basketball Head Coach on the Steve Cochran Show

Fighting Illini Women’s Basketball Head Coach Shauna Green joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the Fighting Illini women securing the inaugural WBIT title, the importance of building genuine trust and relationships with her players, and how the ‘Caitlin Clark Effect’ is positively impacting women’s basketball.

Where Is Mayor Brandon Johnson?

Retired CPD Lt. John Garrido, founder of the Garrido Stray Rescue Foundation, joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into the message Mayor Brandon Johnson’s absence at Officer Luis Huesca’s press conference sent to Chicago police officers, highlighting solidarity within the Chicago Police Department in times of loss, and partnering with Joe’s on Higgins to support a Vietnam-era Army veteran and longtime Joe’s delivery driver who was carjacked, leaving him unable to work due to damage to his car.

To contribute to the cause, visit: https://www.gofundme.com/f/its-time-to-deliver-for-sgt-ernie-aimone 

Rocky LaPorte Leads ‘Comics for Comics’ Comedy Event to Support Daughter’s Battle with Cancer

Can you write a headline using this information? In May 2023, Comedic sensation Rocky LaPorte’s family received devastating news as his daughter was diagnosed with Diffuse Cancer, requiring aggressive treatment. With Toni unable to work due to chemotherapy, the family rallies together to support her and her three children through this challenging journey. Rocky joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss to shed light on “COMICS FOR COMICS,” a heartfelt comedy event for his daughter battling cancer. 

Get your tickets: https://rosemont.zanies.com/show/comics-for-comics/zanies-comedy-club-rosemont/rosemont-illinois/

‘I love to take the hard way.’ – Alisha Elenz, Winner of Jean Banchet Rising Chef of the Year on the Steve Cochran Show

Youngest executive chef in Chicago history & Winner of Jean Banchet Rising Chef of the Year Alisha Elenz joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the essential seasonings that you should always keep in your cabinet, how her mother inspired her to pursue a career in the culinary arts, and she reveals the challenges she faced in her 20s that almost led her to abandon her passion for cooking.

Highland Park Independence Day Parade Returns

Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering joins the Steve Cochran Show to the return of the Highland Park Independence Day Parade, the importance of honoring the lives impacted on July 4th, and she explains the decision to create a Place of Remembrance instead of a traditional memorial.

Illinois’ Next Big Flooding Disaster is on the Horizon

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.

‘DNC should not come here if they aren’t going to deal with the issues.’ – Rev. Dr. Michael Pfleger on the Steve Cochran Show

Pastor at St. Sabina Church Rev. Dr. Michael Pfleger joins the Steve Cochran Show to explain why Chicago should avoid hosting the Democratic National Convention, the city’s pressing homelessness crisis, and the unfortunate uptick in shootings that often accompanies the first nice day of the year.