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- every day
- Average duration
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- Episodes
- 4017
- Years Active
- 2025
From Forty Countries to One Nation: A Chicago Citizenship Story
From Forty Countries to US Citizens: A Chicago courtroom witnessed a powerful ceremony as nearly 100 people took the oath of citizenship on Constitution Day. More than just a formality, it was a deep…
00:02:08 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Kaprizov Contract Chaos: Will He Stay or Will He Go?
NHL Shocker: Did Kirill Kaprizov just turn down $128 million? The Minnesota Wild are reeling after their star forward rejected a record-breaking contract offer, sparking rumors of a potential trade. …
00:02:19 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Listen to Your Body: Gynecological Cancer Awareness
Is your body trying to tell you something? This Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month, Northwestern Medicine urges women to tune in to their health, recognize unusual symptoms like abnormal bleeding o…
00:01:42 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
CDC Under Fire: Pandemic Response Under Scrutiny
Former CDC Director Dr. Susan Monarez testifies before the senate, revealing critical lessons from the pandemic response and sparking debate about the future of public health. Hear her candid assessm…
00:01:58 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Foot Locker Acquired: Dillon Out, Dick's In Charge
Foot Locker gets a new owner and a leadership shakeup! Dick's Sporting Goods finalized its $2.4 billion acquisition of Foot Locker, and CEO Mary Dillon stepped down. Ed Stack from Dick's will oversee…
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Wed 17 Sep 2025
FBI Director Updates House Panel on Charlie Kirk Murder Investigation
FBI Director Kash Patel faced a House panel, delivering an update on the Charlie Kirk murder investigation that has gripped the nation. While specifics remain scarce, Patel confirmed progress and col…
00:01:48 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Family Separated: An Immigration Nightmare in Cicero
A wrong turn, a family torn apart. Discover how a simple U-turn at the Chicago-Cicero border turned into a nightmare for the Enciso-Ramírez family, leading to the detention and separation of longtime…
00:02:17 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Chicago ICE Surge: Fear and Uncertainty Rise
Chicago on Edge: Are ICE Raids Intensifying? Residents in Chicago and its suburbs are reporting a surge in ICE activity, sparking fear and uncertainty among families. Discover how increased patrols, …
00:01:42 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Monarchs' Amazing Chicago to Mexico Migration
Discover the amazing 2,000-mile monarch butterfly migration from Chicago to Mexico! Learn how these tiny creatures navigate using the sun and Earth's magnetic fields, arriving just in time for Día de…
00:02:26 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Chicago Police Budget: Cuts, Deficits, and Safety Concerns
Chicago PD faces a $92 million budget cut amid city-wide financial woes, raising concerns about public safety. Superintendent Snelling warns against reversing progress, while advocates push for reall…
00:02:11 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Chicago Fall Arts Preview: Theatre, Music, Dance & More
Chicago's fall arts scene explodes this September! Get ready for Elizabeth McGovern in Ava: The Secret Conversations, a hip-hop Julius Caesar, and powerful stories of Iranian women. The Joffrey Balle…
00:02:38 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Charlie Kirk Assassination: Free Speech in the Social Media Age
Charlie Kirk's assassination ignites a firestorm of debate over free speech! From online outrage to real-world repercussions, explore how far the First Amendment REALLY goes when grief clashes with c…
00:02:14 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Grandma Detained: Bay Area Rallies for Harjit Kaur
Why was this 73-year-old grandmother detained? After 30 years in the US, and with no criminal record, Harjit Kaur's sudden ICE detention during a routine check-in has sparked outrage. Find out how th…
00:02:35 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Chicago Tragedy: A Mother, Two Children, and Mental Health
A Chicago community mourns after a mother and her two young children were found dead in Lake Michigan. Family members are speaking out about Drake Patton's battle with mental health, emphasizing the …
00:02:09 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
York County Shooting: Three Officers Dead, Two Injured
York County Reels After Shooting Leaves Three Officers Dead: A tragic shooting in North Codorus Township has left three officers dead and two critically injured, prompting a massive investigation inv…
00:01:49 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Aurora Apartment Fire: 135 Residents Displaced
Aurora apartment building left uninhabitable after a massive fire! Hear how firefighters battled the blaze, rescued residents (including two cats!), and the long road ahead for 135 displaced resident…
00:02:01 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Bears' Secondary Crisis: Stevenson's Chance Against CeeDee Lamb
Can Bears Cornerback Tyrique Stevenson Bounce Back? After a rough start and with injuries decimating the Bears' secondary, Stevenson faces immense pressure, especially with CeeDee Lamb looming. Coach…
00:02:03 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
300 Kidney Transplants: A Milestone at Advocate Christ
Advocate Christ Medical Center celebrates 300 successful kidney transplants, marking a major milestone in their mission to give patients a second chance at life. Since 2020, their dedicated transplan…
00:01:42 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
Releaf Dispensary Proposal Rejected: What's Next for Peterson Avenue?
North side residents hoping for a local cannabis dispensary will have to wait: Releaf Dispensary's proposal for a Peterson Avenue location was officially rejected this week. Concerns from city offici…
00:01:40 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
ICE Shooting Sparks Outrage: A Call for Transparency
Mexican President Demands Answers After ICE Shooting: Was it Justified? A Mexican immigrant father was shot dead by an ICE officer in Chicago, sparking international outrage and a demand for a transp…
00:02:25 |
Wed 17 Sep 2025
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