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December 3, 2021

Holiday Cheer, Red Stars Scandal, and Who’s Watching the Smollett Trial?

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Holiday Cheer, Red Stars Scandal, and Who’s Watching the Smollett Trial?

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Former “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett is charged with lying about being attacked nearly three years ago outside his Streeterville apartment. The alleged-hate-crime-turned-alleged-hoax was a big deal when it happened, but City Cast’s Simone Alicea and Carrie Shepherd are a little exhausted by the story. They share their fatigue with Chicago Tribune’s Stephanie Casanova, who tells us about a fight over tenant rights in Avalon Park and a heartwarming message from Bronzeville’s “Taco Lady.” They also discuss omicron, booster shots, the resignation of Red Stars coach Rory Dames, and the holiday experiences they’re looking forward to.

Guests:

Stephanie Casanova—Reporter, Chicago Tribune

Carrie Shepherd—Lead Producer, City Cast Chicago


Stories We Talked About:

‘Nobody cares’: NWSL players say U.S. Soccer failed to act on abuse claims against Red Stars coach

A SWAT situation, a fire, no water and heat. And then a building is condemned, and residents are forced from their home days before Thanksgiving.

About 15% of Illinois residents have gotten COVID-19 booster shot, as Omicron enters U.S. and Illinois faces surge


Good News:

She has sold tacos in Bronzeville for 40 years. Her customers keep coming back, say her food is ‘made with love.’

First-Ever ‘Golden Girls’ Festival Slated For North Halsted in Lakeview in April


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