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WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by Lizette Carretero, Fred Weatherspoon & Mary Kenney to discuss the Resurrection Project and its effect on homelessness & affordable housing in Chicago. Lizette Carretero is the Director of Financial Wellness for the Resurrection Project. Fred Weatherspoon is the Mentoring Program Manager of the Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation. Mary Kenney is the Executive Director of Reclaiming Chicago.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Shannon Bennett & Timara Wade of the Kenwood Oakland Community Organization to discuss KOCO's 60 year history, how it's evolved from the past while looking ahead to the future & much more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Nancy Rotering, the mayor of Highland Park, to discuss the Resiliency Division with the municipality due to the July 4th, 2022 mass shooting & how the city is healing, finding closure and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson to discuss the halfway point of time as city mayor. Mayor Johnson admits he hasn't done everything right, but Craig & Mayor Johnson take a look back at the first two years and take a look into what's coming in the future.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits with Carlos Ramirez-Rosa, former alderman & General Superintendent & CEO of the Chicago Parks District, to discuss the staffing issues at parks & beaches this coming summer, past issues & more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore moderated a panel at Center for Tax and Budget Accountability Symposium, exploring the topic of funding for higher education. This episode shares some of that discussion as advocates for Higher Education are hoping state lawmakers overhaul funding for Illinois' colleges and universities.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore moderated a panel of public defenders at the Northwestern University School of Law to discuss the challenges public defenders are facing in Illinois and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Ivan Capifali, the Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection, to discuss the tariffs by the Trump Administration, how it will affect local businesses & more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore moderated a conversation with 34th Ward Alderman William Conway during the Lincoln Forum Luncheon at the Union League Club in downtown Chicago and in this week's episode, we hear that conversation about a wide range of topics including some breaking news about Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago School Board.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Robin Koelsch, Sr. Director of Partnerships for Communities in Schools of Chicago, and a few students from the Do the Write Thing program to discuss the partnership, CISofC and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Cook County State's Attorney Eileen O'Neill Burke to discuss her first 100 days in office, crime around Chicago and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by Grace Pai, the executive director of Asian American Advancing Justice in Chicago, to discuss how the Trump administration's decisions on the country's official language & immigration will impact Asian American communities.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Melissa Mister & Tony Diaz of After School Matters to discuss the importance of after-school programs across the city, it's plans for the future ahead of their 35th anniversary and more. Melissa Mister is the Chief of Strategy & Staff with After School Matters & Tony Diaz is the Chief Program Officer with After School Matters.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by Ralph Matire, the executive director of the Center for Tax & Budget Accountability, to discuss the the latest news from Governor Pritzker, pensions, taxes & more.

With President Trump's cabinet filling out and executive orders being signed, WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore poses the question: is this a good time to be a Republican lawmaker on Capitol Hill? Dellimore invites 16th District Congressman Darin LaHood to discuss it.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore welcomes guests from the Chicago Pre-College Science & Engineering Program to discuss if now is the right time to grow these programs in the city of Chicago, why the city can be a hub for STEM students and more!

The presence of the U.S Immigration & Customs Enforcement in Chicago & around the country has caused a panic among people & businesses alike. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with American Business Immigration Coalition CEO Rebecca Shi & Illinois Restaurant Association CEO Sam Toia to discuss the impact on businesses locally and more.

The Illinois Department of Public Health reported a rise in flu, RSV & COVID-19 hospitalizations over the holiday break. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits with Dr. Whitney Lyn & Dr. Sharon Welbel on the cold weather causing a surge in raspatory illnesses and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore shares part of a panel discussion, hosted by the Partnership for Safe & Peaceful Communities, featuring Cody Williams of the Community Violence Intervention Field & former Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah. While there may not be one solution to solving gun violence, the panel discuss some ways to help resolve it.

This week's guest is Alisa Kaplan, the Executive Director for "Reform for Illinois", a nonpartisan research and advocacy organization. Looking back on 2024, there are many historical and pivotal moments in politics, which is discussed with Alisa in this episode. Across major Chicago political events, and nationwide events, there is much to be reflected on.