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City Cast Chicago

City Cast Chicago

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 Chicago’s daily news podcast, fresh every weekday morning. Host Jacoby Cochran brings you timely conversations with news and culture makers; activists and artists; bus drivers and students; those who love and hate this place. City Cast Chicago is a smart and delightful new way to connect with the city we share. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at chicago.citycast.fm. Named Best Podcast by Chicago Reader 2022 Politics & Government
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  • Your Guide to February 2026 in Chicago

    Your Guide to February 2026 in Chicago
    Feb 2 2026
    It may be the shortest month of the year, but there’s still plenty going on in the city. Host Jacoby Cochran, executive producer Simone Alicea, and producer Michelle Navarro are here with all the tips you need for February in Chicago. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Chicago community. For even more tips on how to make the most of February in Chicago, check out Hey Chicago’s take on what to do this month. If you enjoyed today's interview with Chicago Architecture Center's Senior Director of Public Engagement, Adam Rubin, learn more here. City Cast Chicago’s guide to February is made possible by our sponsors, League of Chicago Theatres, Chicago Restaurant Week, Paramount Theatre, Museum of Contemporary Photography, and Chicago Architecture Center. City Cast Chicago is also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Reach us at chicago@citycast.fm Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246
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    40 mins
  • Bovino Out, Chi’s LGBTQ+ Affairs Director, and Benny’s New Number

    Bovino Out, Chi’s LGBTQ+ Affairs Director, and Benny’s New Number
    Jan 30 2026
    Chicagoans have been calling on the mayor’s office to better protect, prioritize, and coordinate resources and outreach for Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community. This month, Mayor Johnson officially announced Antonio King as the new Director of LGBTQ+ Affairs. We discussed how important this hire is with Windy City Times’ Jake Wittich and Crain’s Chicago’s Justin Laurence. Plus, we break down Greg Bovino’s demotion, closed-door negotiations about the city’s infamous parking meters, and Benny the Bull’s search for a new number. Good News: Equality Illinois Gala on Saturday, SoxFest Live, The New Edition Way Tour Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Jan. 29 episode: Chicago Theater Week Steppenwolf Paramount Theatre Window Nation Chicago Restaurant Week Access Contemporary Music - use promo code PIANO for 20% off Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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    33 mins
  • Why Opioid Deaths Are Declining in Chicago. Plus, How to Use Narcan

    Why Opioid Deaths Are Declining in Chicago. Plus, How to Use Narcan
    Jan 29 2026
    In 2025, Cook County saw the fewest opioid overdose deaths in a decade. The West Side Heroin/Opioid Task Force has been at the forefront of that work. Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea visit the task force’s new office near the Pulaski Green Line stop to learn more about their work, what’s driving these trends, and how to use an opioid reversal drug. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Jan. 29 episode: Chicago Theater Week Steppenwolf Paramount Theatre Window Nation Access Contemporary Music – use promo code PIANO for 20% off Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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    40 mins
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