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The Morning AMp Breaks Down Mayoral Election Results with Triibe's Tiffany Walden

Chicago municipal elections took place on February 26th and the results were nothing but historic. Two Black women came in as the front runners in the race to become the next Mayor. Lori Lightfoot an…

00:15:59 | Wed 27 Feb 2019

Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights are on the line to assist with voting issues

It's election day in Chicago, and today the city residents will be able to cast their votes for Mayor, City Clerk and Treasurer and Alderman. The Voting Rights Project is an initiative of Chicago Law…

00:04:48 | Tue 26 Feb 2019

Political Reporter Becky Vevea Gives a Crash Course on Upcoming Municipal Elections

Chicago’s municipal elections are tomorrow, February 26. Most Chicagoans are still undecided, and a crowded pool of candidates give voters a range of choices from connected establishment folks to pro…

00:13:30 | Mon 25 Feb 2019

Vocalo live at Winter Block Party X: Kevin Coval, John Walt Foundation, Defcee, Mother Nature & more

Jill Hopkins and Gabe Mendoza held it down with a live broadcast at this year's Winter Block Party. They spoke with several performing artists and organizations represented at the event that day, inc…

01:16:00 | Fri 15 Feb 2019

Chicago Magic Lounge Turns One and Celebrates Magic Community in its Unique New Location

The Chicago Magic Lounge is celebrating one year anniversary in its new location on 5050 N. Clark. Last year has brought over 100 magicians, over 450 shows, and entertained over 40,000 people who lov…

00:16:13 | Fri 15 Feb 2019

Actress Sydney Charles on staring in Nina Simone: Four Women

Sydney Charles joined Jill Hopkins in the studio to talk about her titular role in the play, Nina Simone: Four Women. The show is a tribute to the musical genius and activist, and tells a story that …

00:12:52 | Mon 11 Feb 2019

Abi Sanchez on recording his comedy album, "A.B.I.: A Bad Idea"

Abi Sanchez is one of Chicago's rising comedic talents. His relatable, observational, sometimes absurd style will be on full display when he records his comedy album, "A.B.I.: A Bad Idea", on Februar…

00:13:47 | Wed 06 Feb 2019

Museum of Contemporary Photography Explores Migration and The Refugee Crisis in New Exhibit

The Museum of Contemporary Photography (MoCP) is the world’s premier college art museum dedicated to photography and was founded in 1976 by Columbia College Chicago. They began collecting in the earl…

00:13:14 | Fri 01 Feb 2019

CEO of Planned Parenthood (IL) Jennifer Welch discusses the future of reproductive rights

This week marks the 46th anniversary of the monumental Roe v Wade Supreme Court ruling, which made abortion legal nationwide. To mark the occasion Jill Hopkins spoke with Jennifer Welch, the Presiden…

00:12:39 | Wed 23 Jan 2019

Collaboraction Theatre seeks submissions to upcoming youth fest "The Light"

Collaboraction Social Contemporary Theatre incites social change through community engagement and devised theatre practices. The company is now accepting submissions of short plays, dance, spoken wor…

00:13:38 | Tue 22 Jan 2019

Keep up with Chicago elections with Chi.Vote

There are 15 candidates who have thrown their hats into the ring to become the next mayor of Chicago and so many more running for other positions at the municipal level. Chicagoans looking to educate…

00:10:25 | Thu 17 Jan 2019

Jovante Cunningham reflects on "Surviving R. Kelly" doc and the importance of speaking out

The six-part Lifetime documentary series “Surviving R. Kelly” has reignited conversations about the singer’s predatory behavior toward underage girls that first came to light in the early 2000s. This…

00:08:46 | Thu 10 Jan 2019

Sun-Times Reporter Kathy Chaney discusses the new wave of discourse on R. Kelly's abusive behavior

The six-part Lifetime documentary series “Surviving R. Kelly” has reignited conversations about the singer’s predatory behavior toward underage girls that first came to light in the early 2000s. This…

00:15:55 | Thu 10 Jan 2019

WBEZ Reporter Maria Zamudio Explains How the Government Shutdown Is Affecting Immigration Courts

The current partial government shutdown is the second longest shutdown in American history, and it's affecting all numbers of agencies including the Department of Homeland Security, The Executive Off…

00:13:30 | Thu 10 Jan 2019

Sons of The Silent Age are back with a David Bowie tribute in benefit for cancer research

Chris Connelly moved from his native Scotland in the 80's to pursue a career with industrial music icons The Revolting Cocks and Ministry. But his side project with Matt Sweeney (Filter, Smashing Pum…

00:13:14 | Tue 08 Jan 2019

Lucas Brothers discuss their journey from law school to becoming comedians and cartoon stars

Before taking over the Up Comedy Club in Chicago Jan. 4-6, Lucas Brothers stopped by the Vocalo studio to talk about their journey from law school to becoming comedians and cartoon stars. For more …

00:14:46 | Fri 04 Jan 2019

Entrepreneur Alex Tardos and artist Brandon Breaux team up to open Chi Pizza Pie in Chatham

Jill Hopkins spoke with Entrepreneur Alex Tardos and artist Brandon Breaux about their new joint endeavor - the opening of a basketball themed "Chi Pizza Pie" restaurant and an adjoining “The Invisib…

00:12:45 | Thu 03 Jan 2019

Burns Twins discuss Fulcrum Point's "Peace in Chicago" show 12/19 at Harris Theater

Chicago's drums and trumpet duo The Burns Twins will be joining Nico Segal, Young Chicago Authors Poets, Loona Dae, Ric Wilson and Victor! for Fulcrum Point's "Peace in Chicago" concert this Wednesda…

00:10:22 | Mon 17 Dec 2018

Pocket Con Celebrates Comic Books by Youth and POC, this Saturday at the Cultural Center

Elgin Bokari is a Visual and Performing artist, a Program Director at Free Write Arts & literacy, the President of Elephant Rebellion and a Co-Creator of Pocket Con, a comic book convention that cele…

00:14:29 | Thu 13 Dec 2018

Bethany Collins Previews Her January Showcase at The Art Institute of Chicago

Bethany Collins has already gained attention for her art that looks at American history and the race relations therein. Her showing in January at the Art Institute of Chicago will showcase her work “…

00:14:58 | Wed 05 Dec 2018

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