City Cast Chicago

City Cast

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

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City Cast Chicago

Episodes (1000)

Yesterday How Jesse Jackson Will Be Remembered. Plus, We’re Over Campaign Mailers
Tuesday What We’re Watching in Springfield. Plus, Legal Weed’s Failing Grade in Illinois
Saturday Your City Could Be Better: What Chicago Needs to Know About How the Twin Cities Organized

City Cast Chicago

Feb 18, 2026
41¾ minutes
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Today we’re remembering the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday at 84. Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea run down the highlights and controversies of Jackson’s career in Chicago. Plus, they’re breaking down the mayor’s veto of the hemp ban, and Simone shows off her political mailer haul. Fill out this survey for a chance to win a $100 gift card! 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...

City Cast Chicago

How Jesse Jackson Will Be Remembered. Plus, We’re Over Campaign Mailers

City Cast

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