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PM Chicago (4/29) – A Chicago Cicada Guide & Honoring Officer Huesca
On this episode of PM Chicago with Bret Gogoel: AXIOS reporter Monica Eng joins the show with a guide to the upcoming co-emergence of cicadas in Chicagoland. Ret. Chief Tom Weitzel from Riverside discusses the funeral of fallen Officer Luis Huesca. Plus, Nick Gale brings us a conversation from this morning with Bridget Gainer about […]
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The Closing Bell (4/29) – A Craft Beer Week Preview, Synthetic Engine Sounds, & Dumb Phones
On today’s edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: Rachel Morrison, Founder of Beer Adjacent and Regional Editor of Porch Drinking, previews Illinois Craft Beer Week and upcoming events and releases around Chicago. In EV news, a synthetic engine sound may be coming soon, and Tesla is having issues with autopilot. Plus, get ready […]
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NFL Draft Wrap-Up: 2024 Draft Class Maybe the Missing Pieces to the Chicago Bears' Puzzle
NBC 5 Sports' Mike Berman joins the Steve Cochran Show to dissect the Chicago Bears' draft picks, highlighting why they might not be as disappointing as some fans feared. They also explore the implications of the new kickoff rules in the NFL. https://omny.fm/shows/steve-cochran-on-the-big-89/chi
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Around City Hall: Mayor Brandon Johnson Unwelcome at Officer Luis Huescas' Funeral Near City Hall
10th District Cook County Commissioner Bridget Gainer joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into why Mayor Brandon Johnson is not wanted at Officer Luis Huesca’s funeral, the Cook County Land Bank Authority’s milestone of celebrating its 2,000th home, and the source of funds for the City Council’s approval of $70 million for migrant support.
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Pro-Palestinian Encampment at Northwestern University's Deering Meadow Persists Following Stand-off with Pro-Israel Demonstrators
Reporter for the Evanston Round Table & Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism alumni Alex Harrison joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the campus atmosphere following a weekend of protests, the sense of unity among protesters, and he shares challenges he’s faced while reporting on the protest.
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PM Chicago (4/26) – Proposals for a Change in Transit Agency and Football Stadium
On this episode of PM Chicago with Bret Gogoel: Greg Hinz from Crain’s Chicago has the story on a Watchdog group who’s suggesting Chicago needs a new transit agency to replace the CTA. After that, the Daily Herald’s Christopher Placek discusses how the Bears stadium plans have shifted from owning with the new public-private plans. […]
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Episode 101: Mamma Mia, Here We Go Again 25 Years Strong!
On this episode of Show & Tell: We kick off the show with Oak Park native, Grant Reynolds, who is going to light up the stage as Sky in the 25th Anniversary of Mamma Mia. Catch it for a limited run at the James M. Nederlander Theatre. Next, creator Dean Elliott tells us all about The Simon &
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The Closing Bell (4/26) – A C2E2 Preview and New Tobacco Taxes
On today’s edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: ABC’s Dave Packer has the details on a hefty new tobacco tax in Minnesota that follows a trend in the country. Smoking is now bad for your health AND wallet. Andi Ortiz, Reporter for TheWrap, joins the show to preview C2E2 – one of Chicago’s […]
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NFL Draft Round 1: The Chicago Bears Select Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze
NBC5 Sports' Mike Berman joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the Bears selecting Caleb Williams & Rome Odunze, his one-on-one conversation with Caleb Williams, and what to expect during round 2 of the NFL Draft. https://omny.fm/shows/steve-cochran-on-the-big-89/nfl-draft-round-1-the-chic
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Don't Miss the Spine-Tingling 45th Anniversary Rerelease of 'Alien' This Weekend!
Chicago film critic Nick Digilio joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the latest episode of "That Show Hasn’t Been Funny in Years", why Emma Stone is opting for her real name and dive into Nick's reviews of "Challengers," "Boy Kills World," and the 45th-anniversary rerelease of "Alien." http
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Sky-High Win for Travelers: Game Changing Airline Refund Policies Set to Soar!
Travel reporter for the Washington Post Natalie Compton lands on the Steve Cochran Show to break down the latest airline refund rules and she explains how these changes could spell big wins for travelers everywhere. https://omny.fm/shows/steve-cochran-on-the-big-89/sky-high-win-for-travelers-gam
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The Great Mothers Day Giveaway
Enter for your chance to win $5,000 for Mom this Mother's Day!