New 11th Ward Alder, Casino Finalists, and Perfect Parking
This week the City Cast Chicago team is together in person bringing you the best podcast and newsletter in Chicago. Lead producer Carrie Shepherd, producer Simone Alicea, and host Jacoby Cochran talk about how they treat themselves. And they're sharing the stories that captured their attention this week, including the first Asian American woman to join the city council and the new casino set to come to the city. We've got some great moments of joy for you like Carrie's perfect parking job and Jacoby’s visit to the East Side neighborhood to check in with Stephen Walsh the director of the documentary, “Southeast: A city within a city.” Check out our September 2021 episode with Walsh.
Stories discussed:
Lightfoot's pick for 11th Ward Alder: Nicole Lee
Sports Betting Brings Tax Windfall — And a Surge in Problem Gambling
Illinois' child welfare system remains troubled despite cash influx
Council members ask for environmental reviews on city bids
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