Jane Mentzinger, CEO of Communities in Schools of Chicago, and Lo Patrick, head of Integrated Student Supports for Communities In Schools of Chicago, tell WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore that they are seeing a lot of stress, anxiety, and challenges in the Chicago Public Schools since the students have returned from COVID shutdowns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At Issue on WBBM Newsradio

Anxiety In Schools

Some Progressive activists around Chicago are worried about how the City will be able to pay for all the long-term programs Mayor Lightfoot announced for the budget approved last week. Craig Dellimore talks with three leaders of the Chicago Budget Coalition about the Chicago's 2022 Budget.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Progressive View of the Chicago Budget

New leadership is coming to the Lincoln Park Zoo. President and CEO- elect Dr. Megan Voss talks with Nancy Harty about taking over for Kevin Bell, who is retiring at the end of the year. . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Megan Ross, Lincoln Park Zoo President

An exploration of Chicago's 2021 Architecture Biennial. WBBM's Craig Dellimore has the story.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Architecture and Neighborhoods 10-17-2021

Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia talks with Craig Dellimore about her Democratic Campaign to succeed the retiring Secretary of State Jesse White. She discusses how her background and experience makes her the best fit for the jobs. And she discusses her plans to further modernize the agency. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anna Valencia, Candidate for IL Secretary of State

Officials with the reform group CHANGE Illinois and a member of the Chicago Advisory Redistricting Commission talk with Craig Dellimore about the often contentious process of redrawing legislative districts in Illinois...and Ward boundaries in Chicago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State & Chicago Redistricting

Officials from Americans for Prosperity - Illinois talk with Craig Dellimore about their "Prairie State Promise" initiative to engage grassroots people in the Political process. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Americans for Prosperity - Illinois

Ald Gilbert Villegas, City Council Latino Caucus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AT ISSUE Ald Gilbert Villegas, City Council Latino Caucus 09-19-2021

Aviation Commissioner Rhee talks with Craig Dellimore about the completion of O'Hair Airport's runway expansion and the future for the big airport that includes a new terminal, gates and access roads. She also discusses plans for Midway Airport. And, on this 20th anniversary of the 9-11 terrorist attacks, she looks at how that tragedy has changed air travel--and airports--forever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Aviation Commissioner Jamie Rhee

Veteran Political Reporter Bill Cameron--the retiring Dean of the Chicago City Hall Press Corps--talks with Craig Dellimore about his decision to step away from the job after 51 years. He discusses his most memorable subjects, political corruption in Illinois, and his feelings about the tone of politics in America today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At Issue: Political Reporter Bill Cameron 9-5-21

A documentary about community activists in Chicago is having its premier at the Gene Siskel Theater. It follows the lives and work of two female Chicago activists.  Craig Delimore talks with the film's director Ashley O'Shay. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Unapologetic" Filmmakers

Activist priest Father Michael Pfleger talks about the deaths of police officer Ella French and the separate murders of two young people from *his* community. He also discusses the City's approach to gun violence and where officials and religious leaders fall short. He also talks about being cleared of sex abuse allegations that removed him from the pulpit for five months. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At Issue: Father Michael Pfleger, Sr. Pastor, St. Sabina Catholic Church 8-22-21

Republican businessman Gary Rabine talks about his campaign for Governor, criticizing incumbent JB Pritzker's handling of the Coronavirus pandemic. He describes how his business background makes him better suited for the kind of collaboration he feels can move the state forward. He also talks about gun violence, taxes and jobs.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Rabine, GOP Candidate for Governor

The co-leaders of the "5/25 Move To Action" initiative talk with Craig Dellimore about a coalition of busine4ss leaders vowing to help African-American and Latino business across Chicago . The guests are: Gloria Castillo of the Chicago Community Trust and Briane Fabes, head of the Corporate Coalition of Chicago See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At Issue: BUSINESS EQUITY INITIATIVE

South Side Alderman David Moore talks with Craig Dellimore about his campaign for the job now held by retiring Secretary of State Jesse White. He discusses his record on community service and integrity. He also outline a proposal for a Digital License Plate. He discusses violent crime and his victory changing the name of Lake Shore Drive to honor Jean Baptiste Point DuSable. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ald. David Moore, Candidate for IL Secretary of State

Public affairs interviews with host Craig Dellimore  