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May 11, 2026 - Full Show
Renewed debate around a state law dealing with pretrial release. And making the case that Chicago’s violence prevention efforts could serve as a model to end all global violence.
May 12
Week in Review: Johnson Lobbies Lawmakers; DACA Recipients Face Delays
Mourners gather for the funeral of a Chicago police officer killed in a hospital shooting. And Mayor Brandon Johnson lobbies state lawmakers for more funding.
May 9
May 7, 2026 - Full Show
Reports of immigration agents at Cook County courthouses. And a CTA groundbreaking, decades in the making.
May 8
May 6, 2026 - Full Show
Mayor Brandon Johnson visits Springfield to talk priorities with lawmakers. And DACA recipients are facing delays in their renewal process.
May 7
May 5, 2026 - Full Show
An effort to regulate social media for children. A growing movement not to pay federal taxes. And a women’s sports bar is coming to Wrigleyville.
May 6
May 4, 2026 - Full Show
What a weakened Voting Rights Act could mean for future elections. And exploring Filipino culture and cuisine.
May 4
Week in Review: Illinois Commission Releases ‘Midway Blitz’ Report; Government Shutdown Ends
A state commission says federal immigration agents were violent and lawless during “Operation Midway Blitz.” And Democrats weigh a response after the U.S. Supreme Court further hobbles the Voting Rights Act.
May 1
April 30, 2026 - Full Show
Will a new report lead to accountability for immigration agents? And funding security for some federal workers as a record government shutdown is set to end.
May 1
April 29, 2026 - Full Show
The war in Iran reaches a key benchmark. And The Onion moves closer to acquiring Infowars.
Apr 29
April 28, 2026 - Full Show
The clock is ticking on Springfield’s spring session — hear from lawmakers on their priorities. And more than 100 years after the Tulsa Race Massacre, a team tries to bring justice to the survivors.
Apr 29