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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) discuss Speaker Chris Welch's handling of sexual harassment claims, education funding, and if Republicans can make up ground in Illinois in November.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Brenden Moore joins Patrick to discuss Speaker Chris Welch's apology tour and Darren Bailey's struggling gubernatorial campaign.
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Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark joins Patrick to preview the 2026 Illinois State Fair.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the standing of House Speaker Chris Welch and Governor Pritzker's campaign strategy.
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Springfield native and Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel political reporter Molly Beck joins Patrick to discuss the wild Wisconsin Governor's race ahead of their primary next week.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to discuss House Speaker Chris Welch's media apology tour and his proposal to raise taxes for school funding.
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Former Bush White House spokesman Pete Seat joins Patrick to discuss the rise of the Democratic socialists and how the GOP can take advantage.
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss Speaker Chris Welch's response to the Legislative Inspector General report into former Rep. Harry Benton and Welch's school funding promise for Chicago Public Schools.
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Longtime Democratic strategist Thom Serafin joins Patrick to discuss if there will be political problems for Alexi Giannoulias running for Secretary of State and Mayor at the same time.
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Illinois Times reporter Dean Olsen joins Patrick to discuss the latest developments in the ongoing Wyndham hotel saga downtow.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss the fallout from the Legislative Inspector General's report into former Rep. Harry Benton and what it means for House Speaker Chris Welch as well as Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias jumping into the Chicago mayoral race.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Ben Szalinski joins Patrick to discuss the sexual harassment scandal in the House and where Speaker Chris Welch will find new money he has promised for schools.
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Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore), chair of the Leigslative Ethics Commission, joins Patrick to discuss the release of the report investgiating sexual harasssment by former Rep. Harry Benton.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to discuss the future for House Speaker Chris Welch and how Republicans could lose even more ground in Illinois in November.
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House Republican Leader Tony McCombie (R-Savanna) joins Patrick to talk about scandals rocking the Illinois General Assembly.
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick discusses the challenges Speaker Chris Welch will face if he wants to stay in power.
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Chicago Sun-Times reporter Robert Herguth joins Patrick to discuss reporting about unanswered questions regarding House Speaker Chris Welch.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss the latest changes in the 183rd wing in Springfield and if Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher will have a serious challenger in 2027.
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Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine joins Patrick to discuss the politics of Iran, health care disclosures, and how the Democratic electorate is moving left.
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Former Illinois congressman Joe Walsh joins Patrick to discuss the state of the media, disclosure of politicians' health issues, and 2028 candidates he likes (there aren't many.)
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to discuss if Speaker Chris Welch's job is in jeopardy and the pressure on indicted Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana) to resign.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella talks about our visit with Gov. JB Pritzker and analyzes Pritzker's run for re-election.
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Retired SJ-R reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joins Patrick to discuss Governor JB Pritzker, ethics reform, and the Springfield Mayoral race in 2027.
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Governor JB Pritzker joins Patrick for a wide ranging conversation ahead of the 2026 election.
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Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea joins Patrick to discuss the union's frustration with issues not advancing in the General Assembly and why they waited to issue endorsements for the November election.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss the need for ethics reform at the statehouse and Darren Bailey's struggling campaign for Governor.
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Conservative columnist for NOTUS and podcaster Matt Lewis joins Patrick for a chat about the grit of the first family and handicapping the 2028 race.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) joins Patrick for conversation on House Speaker Chris Welch's future and the need for ethics reform.
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WAND-TV political reporter Mike Miletich joins Patrick to discuss Speaker Chris Welch's role in addressing sexual harrassment cases and if Democrats will hold a serious investigation into indicted Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana).
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Former Rep. Tom Demmer joins Patrick to discuss ethics issues at the statehouse and Darren Bailey's performance in the race for governor.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss Speaker Chris Welch's role in a sexual harassment scandal in the House and the race for Governor.
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Rep. CD Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joins Patrick to discuss ethics scandals in the House and fundraising challenges for the GOP.
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Daily Herald reporter Christopher Placek joins Patrick to discuss the latest developments, or lack thereof, in the Chicago Bears stadium saga
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss new reporting in the harassment claims against former Rep. Harry Benton and criminal charges against Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana).
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Sangamon County Clerk Don Gray joins Patrick to discuss letters hitting mailboxes about a voter data breach and election integrity.
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Republican 13th Congressional District candidate Jeff Wilson joins Patrick to discuss his campaign and a variety of issues facing voters in November.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss woeful fundraising numbers for Republicans around the state.
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Former Lt. Governor Bob Kustra joins Patrick for a conversation about the state of the Republican Party, Governor Pritzker's job performance, and the future of the Illinois Republican Party.
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U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth joins Patrick to discuss the war in Iran, the "SAVE America" Act, housing, and affordability.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's angling for a run for President in 2028.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to chat about the gubernatorial race, legislative races, and if Alexi Giannoulias is running for Chicago Mayor.
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Retired General and former Congressman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to discuss the war in Iran, defense spending, and the passing of Sen. Lindsey Graham.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the race for Governor and ethics issues in the House Democratic caucus.
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Champaign News-Gazette columnist Jim Dey joins Patrick to discuss the federal indictment of Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana).
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Will Saletan, a writer for The Bulwark, joins Patrick to discuss the complicated legacy of late-U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina.
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Ben Szalinzki of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss corruption in the statehouse and Governor Pritzker's 2028 angling.
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Dr. Ian Hunt, Director of Acquisitions and Special Projects at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum, joined Patrick to talk about Lincoln's history on July 4 and the Block Party at ALPLM on July 4.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the messy situation involving embattled Rep. Harry Benton (D-Plainfield).
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Comptroller Susana Mendoza joined Patrick to discuss the new state budget, eliminating the bill backlog, and her lane in the race for Chicago Mayor.
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss Alexi Giannoulias and Susana Mendoza's mayoral hopes, Gov. Pritzker's presidential hopes, and the Illinois GOP's hopes for relevance.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the new state budget, Governor Pritzker's blossoming 2028 hopes, and union support for Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias' Chicago mayoral aspirations.
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Longtime Democratic strategist Thom Serafin joins Patrick to discuss the race for Governor, Pritzker 2028, and his party's leftward move.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss taxpayer money going to the PGA Tour, A.I. slop in campaigns, and the rough outlook for Republicans in November.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss the Supreme Court ruling on mail-in ballots and how it impacts Illinois and what the latest (lack of) progress over the Bears means for the ongoing
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Fmr. Rep. Tom Demmer joins Patrick to discuss mistakes in the state budget and the challenges facing Republicans in November.
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NewsChannel20 and FOX Illinois meteorologist Darren Leeds joins Patrick to discuss the dangerous heat wave slamming Illinois this week and its impact on July 4 activities.
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Retired General, former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General, and former Congresman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to discuss the Iran "deal," firing of top generals in the pentagon, and Metro East politics.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the latest Bears stadium drama, Darren Bailey's struggling campaign, and JB Pritzker's 2028 outlook.
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Democratic consultant and lobbyist Maze Jackson joins Patrick to discuss the long-running Bears stadium debate and if Democrats are moving too far left for their African American base.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss Independence Day, AI in politics, and third parties.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joined Patrick to discuss state and federal response to tornadoes in downstate Illinois, union support, and the outlook for Republicans in November.
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Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine joins Patrick to discuss the leftward move of Democrats and which Democrat is messaging best for 2028.
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Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute joins Patrick to discuss whether Illinois will opt in to a federal school choice program.
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Maggie Doughtery of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss her new story on the toll of legalized and expanded gambling in Illinois.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss A.I. in campaigns, Gov. Pritzker's response to tornadoes around the state, the Bears, and pension debt.
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Kate Peters, Executive Director of the Memorial Health Championship Presented by LRS joins Patrick to preview this weekend's Korn Ferry Tour event in Springfield.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to discuss the Governor's race and if Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is running for Chicago Mayor.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Ben Szalinski joins Patrick to discuss why Governor Prritzker hasn't toured communities ravaged by tornadoes and AI in campaigns.
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Tax Foundation Senior Fellow Jared Walczak joins Patrick to discuss legal issues surrounding the state's new social media tax.
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Hour 1 of PM Springfield for June 19th
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss the opening of the new Obama Presidential Center and major divisions between unions and Democrats ahead of the November election.
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Former Rep. Mike Zalewski, now a lobbyist at the statehouse, joins Patrick to talk about the state budget and the political environment headed into November.
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Former White House spokesman and GOP operative Pete Seat joins Patrick to brag about his state attempting to steal the Bears and to discuss Donald Trump's Iran deal.
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Election security expert Stephen Richer of the Cato Institute joined Patrick to discuss concerns over mail in voting and the federal government's efforts to get voter information.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joined Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's November strategy and if Democrats believe Donald Trump will be Pritzker's target more than his opponent, Republican Darren Bailey.
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Meteorologist Ed Shimon of NWS in Lincoln talks severe weather and the possible impacts
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joins Patrick to discuss the ComEd Four convictions, controversy in Chicago's U.S. Attorney's office, and the next step for former Speaker Michael Madigan.
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Former Congressman John Shimkus joined Patrick to discuss the Iran deal, the war in Ukraine, and why Republicans are doing better in the Metro East.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the new state budget, Governor Pritzker's political messaging, and the Bears stadium mess.
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss what comes next in the Bears stadium saga and if Illinois public universities are about to face a reckoning.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss Illinois' participation in America 250 events, and challenges to the Illinois assisted suicide law.
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Chicago Sun-Times sports columnist Steve Greenberg joins Patrick to talk about fan reaction to the Bears stadium debacle and his trip across the state line to Hammond, IN.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the growing controversy around Governor Pritzker's involvement in Bears stadium talks.
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Retired Major General, former Illinois Army National Guard Adjutant General, and former Congressman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to discuss Iran, Cuba, and honoring D-Day heroes.
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Longtime political strategist, Lincoln Project co-founder, and "Civic Forum" founder Reed Galen joins Patrick to discuss the state of politics as we approach the November election cycle.
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Deana Corbin of the Animal Protective League of Springfield joins Patrick to discuss the damage from severe storms that likely rendered their shelter a total loss and how they managed to save all 150 animals.
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Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) discusses a Republican proposal to keep the Bears in Illinois and incentivize large projects to come to the state.
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Former Illinois Republican Party chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to discuss political fallout from the Bears stadium debacle and how Republican candidates straddle Donald Trump's low approval numbers in the state.
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Former State Senator and current Deputy Governor Andy Manar joins Patrick for an in depth discussion on the Bears stadium drama and the new state budget.
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Former Illinois Congressman Joe Walsh joins Patrick to discuss Donald Trump's continued election denial, Iran, and dissatisfaction with both parties.
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Rep. Bill Hauter (R-Morton), who represents Logan County, talks with Patrick about the closure of the Logan prison, the state budget, and a new law banning intoxicating hemp projects.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to discuss the next step in the Bears saga, the state budget, and if the White Sox are actually...good?
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Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago), the House sponsor of the Bears stadium legislation, joined Patrick for a long discussion about the team's announcement that it was focusing on a stadium site in Indiana and if Illinois is still under consideration.
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Former State Representative Tom Demmer weighs in on the Bears' stadium announcement, the state budget, and moving the Logan Correctional Center.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the Chicago Bears' announcement the team is continuing its stadium search in Indiana.
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Bill Scher of Washington Monthly Magazine joins Patrick to discuss U.S. Senate races in Maine and Texas, and the 2028 Democratic field for President.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) says he believes legislation to build a new hotel and expand the BOS Center in downtown Springfield can pass this summer.
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Crain's Chicago Business Politics Reporter Justin Laurence joins Patrick to discuss new drama in the Bears stadium saga.
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Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joins Patrick to discuss the state budget, affordability, and the Chicago Bears stadium drama.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to walk through the final hours of the spring legislative session and the chaos surrounding the Bears stadium bill.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the end of the legislative session, the Bears, budget, affordability, and the Governor's race.
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Sen. Bill Cunnigham (D-Chicago), the Senate sponsor of Bears stadium legislation, joins Patrick Pfingsten to discuss how it fell apart at the last minute and if they can get it across the finish line this summer.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joined Patrick to discuss the drama over the Chicago Bears stadium deal and how it compares to the 1988 White Sox "stop the clock" stadium deal.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick in studio to react to the end of the legislative session, including the Bears, the state budget, and the downtown Springfield development bill.
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick, now a senior advisor at the Illinois Policy Institute, joins Patrick to react to the Bears bill debacle and the new state budget.
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Tahman Bradley of WGN-TV in Chicago joins Patrick to discuss the wild final 48 hours of the spring legislative session
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Senate Republican Leader John Curran (R-Downers Grove) joins Patrick from the Statehouse to address concerns about passing a budget before Sunday's deadline and the struggle to finalize the Bears/megaprojects bill.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) checks in on the state budget, megaprojects bill, and the latest on a bill to expand the BOS Center downtown.
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Rep. Bob Morgan (D-Deerfield) joins Patrick for a Democratic perspective on the state budget, Bears/megaprojects bill, and gun control legislation.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick live from the Statehouse to discuss major issues still outstanding in the final weekend of the spring legislative session.
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Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher joins Patrick in studio for a wide ranging discussion on BOS Center expansion, the future of the Wyndham, and her campaign for re-election.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss last minute negotiations on a Bears stadium deal, the state budget, and the latest state of play in the race for Governor.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss end of session drama over a state budget and the Bears/megaprojects bill.
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Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) joins Patrick to discuss the state budget, taxes, and the Bears/megaprojects bill.
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Independent candidate for Governor Collin Corbett joins Patrick to discuss why he launched a third party campaign, the viability of the effort, and if he thinks he can actually win or is just taking votes away from Republican
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss legislation to expand the BOS Center downtown, the Bears megaprojects bill, and the fight over a new state budget.
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The Bulwark writer Andrew Egger joins Patrick to discuss the deal in Iran and what the Texas GOP primary shows about Donald Trump's control of the Republican Party.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to cast doubts on provisions for downtown Springfield in the Bears "megaprojects" bill and what to expect in the final hours of the legislative session.
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New Illinois GOP Chairman Bob Grogan joins Patrick to discuss the state of the Illinois Republican Party and how they turn around their fortunes in the state.
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Sen. Doris Turner (D-Springfield) joins Patrick to talk about major issues still facing lawmakers in the final six days of the state legislative session.
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Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) joins Patrick to discuss GOP demands in the new state budget, insurance regulations, and the Bears megaprojects bill.
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Former Rep. and state budget expert Tom Demmer joined Patrick to discuss the Bears stadium mess, progressive efforts to raise new revenue, and the state of the GOP as we approach November.
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Former Illinois congressman Adam Kinzinger joins Patrick to discuss the state of the GOP, corruption, the war in Iran, and his new children's book.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss drama in negotiations on the Bears megaprojects bill and if lawmakers will reduce gas taxes before the legislature adjourns May 31
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House Republican Leader Tony McCombie (R-Savanna) joined Patrick to preview the final two weeks of the spring legislative session, including the Bears/megaprojects bill, housing regulations, and the new state budget.
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Patrick is joined by former Rep. Mark Batinick, a Senior Advisor at the Illinois Policy Institute, to discuss the Bears megaprojects bill, the state budget, and the new leadership at the Illinois GOP.
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Longtime conservative talk show host and political commenter Charlie Sykes joined Patrick to weigh in on Donald Trump's grasp on the GOP and if Democrats can capitalize on Trump's corruption.
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NBC Chicago political reporter Mary Ann Ahern joins Patrick to discuss the Pritzker/Johnson feud, the Bears Megaprojects bill, and Pritzker's health disclosures.
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Matt Lewis, a columnist for The Hill and Los Angeles Times joins Patrick to discuss the future for Republcians who cross Donald Trump and what happens to the GOP post Trump.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins the show to discuss the election of a new GOP Chairman, the Bears stadium mess, and suspending the gas tax.
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Retired general and former Congressman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to discuss the latest foreign policy blunders in China, Iran, and Cuba.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the final two weeks of the legislative session, the Bears/Megaprojects legislation, and tensions in crafting a state budget.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to talk about how Governor Pritzker's staff handled Pritzker's recent medical issue and outstanding issues before lawmakers adjourn May 31.
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Rep. Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville) joins Patrick to discuss issues outstanding in the final two weeks of the legislative session.
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Fmr. Rep. Mike Zalewski joins Patrick to talk about Democratic infighting over state taxes and spending and an debate over suspending the gas tax.
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State Treasurer Mike Frerichs joins Patrick to discuss state investments, college savings, and Democrats angry with him over investments in Israel.
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Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) joins Patrick to discuss the Governor's controversial zoning proposal, the Bears megaprojects bill, the state budget, and gas taxes.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss controversies at the statehouse, the Bears bill, and how they make a deal on the state budget.
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Rick Pearson of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss why the legislature hasn't acted on gas taxes, the Bears stadium, and a bit of politics.
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Sen. Sally Turner (R-Beason) joins Patrick to discuss a proposal to reduce property taxes, gas taxes, and why the legislature has yet to move any major legislation in May.
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Brad Cole of the Illinois Municipal League joins Patrick to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's housing and zoning plan and proposed cuts to local government tax sharing.
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Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) joins Patrick to discuss gas taxes and proposed regulations on insurance companies in Illinois.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss what to expect in the final three weeks of the state legislative session.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) joins PM Springfield to discuss conservative pushback on his vote for the Bears megaprojects bill, gas taxes, and why Republicans can't get it together in Illinois.
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Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the latest on the Bears megaprojects legislation, gas taxes, and Gov. Pritzker's political aspirations.
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Fmr. Rep. Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss gas taxes, the Bears, and the future of the Illinois GOP.
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Former Rep. Tom Demmer joins Patrick to discuss suspending or reducing the state gas tax, the state budget, and an independent candidate for governor.
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Rep. CD Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joins Patrick to discuss if the legislature should reduce the gas tax and the Govenror's controversial homebuilding and zoning plan
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the gasoline tax debate at the Capitol.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss legislation cracking down on sexual offenders in schools, gas taxes, and the Bears megaprojects bill.
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Republican candidate for Lt. Governor, Aaron Del Mar, joins Patrick to discuss Darren Bailey's recent policy position reversals, his preparation for the office, and the entrance of an independent into the race.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Olivia Olander joins Patrick to discuss Gov. Pritzker's goals for the final weeks of the legislative session.
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Longtime SJ-R reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joins Patrick to discuss the news and media landscape in central Illinois and covering the statehouse in May.
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Democratic Lt. Governor candidate Christian Mitchell joined Patrick to discuss why he joined the ticket, if the race against Darren Bailey is competitive, and what should be done about gas taxes.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joined Patrick to discuss the Bears stadium saga, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's asks for the General Assembly, and the Chicago White Sox.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the Bears bill saga, gas taxes, and the state budget as lawakers return for the final month of the legislative session.
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Fmr. Congresswoman and Springfield native Cheri Bustos joins Patrick to commiserate about the state of our politics.
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Sangamon County State's Attorney John MIlhiser joins Patrick to discuss needed changes to the SAFE-T Act.
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Retired General and former Congressman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to disucss the latest in the war in Iran and the political fallout.
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Jeremy Gorner of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the final stretch at the statehouse, gasoline taxes, and the state budget.
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Longtime Chicago Tribune columnist Eric Zorn joins Patrick to discuss transparency in the health of public officials, the SAFE-T Act, and if Alexi Giannoulias and Susana Mendoza are running for Chicago Mayor.
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Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the Bears bill, redistricting, and the SAFE-T Act.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to discuss the SAFE-T Act, Madigan, and a three-way race for Governor.
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Rob Karr of the Illlinois Retail Merchants Association joins Patrick to discuss the ongoing legal battle over the states's "swipe fee" law.
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Washington reporter Eric Garcia, who was present at Saturday's White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, joins Patrick to discuss what he saw.
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Patrick is joined by Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine to discuss the White House Correspondents' Dinner, breaks in MAGA, and antisemitism in online media.
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Jimmy Clayton, new President & CEO of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, joins Patrick to talk about the future of the organization and hot issues at the statehouse.
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Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago), the House sponsor of the Bears stadium bill, joins Patrick to discuss how the bill got through the House and where we go from here.
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Ray LaHood, former Congressman, former Secretary of Transportation and Distinguished Director of the Edgar Fellows Program, joins Patrick to talk about carrying on Gov. Jim Edgar's legacy, the Iran war, and how the GOP turns their fortunes around in the state.
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Jeremy Gorner of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss how the House passed the Bears/Megaprojects bill Wednesday and its future in the Senate.
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Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss Alexi Giannoulias' political future and the multiple moving parts this week at the Statehouse.
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Rep. Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) joins Patrick to discuss a new constitutional amendment that would legalize what some critics have coined as "supergerrymandering" as well as the status of a millionaire's tax and Chicago Bears property tax bill
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Retired Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long discusses the latest developments in the ComEd Four and Madigan cases in the federal appeals court.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss what is expected to be another wild week at the Statehouse.
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Former Gov. Pat Quinn joins Patrick to discuss why he believes the "Millionaire Tax" should be on the November ballot.
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Former State Representative and budget expert Tom Demmer joins Patrick to discuss how lawmakers will handle budget making in the final six weeks of the legislative session.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to talk through major issues that came through the House before Friday's Third Reading Deadline.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss latest developments in the Bears stadium mess and if the "Millionaire's Tax" will make it on the November ballot
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Former Rep. Mike Zalewski joins Patrick to talk about the passing of former House Majority Leader Barbara Flynn Currie and the fate of the
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick joins Patrick to break down the latest developments in the Bears stadium saga, Darren Bailey's fundraising, and elections for the GOP State Central Committee.
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Rick Pearson of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss Bears stadium talks, Darren Bailey's conversion, and the future of the Illinois GOP.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times sits down with Patrick for a conversation about religion and politics.
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Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro), a retired Department of Corrections employee, joins the show to discuss a new audit showing issues at the DOC.
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Legislative Inspector General and former federal judge Michael McCuskey joined Patrick to discuss previous concerns about the effectiveness of the office and how many investigations are currently underway into legislators and staff.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joins Patrick to discuss the shocking ruling by the Federal Appeals Court to overturn convictions of Anne Pramaggiore and Michael McClain, who were found guilty of bribing former House Speaker Michael Madigan.
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Political strategist Collin Corbett joins Patrick to react to Republicans defending Donald Trump's social media controversies, Darren Bailey's slow start, and if the Illinois GOP can be saved.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the Third Reading Deadline at the statehouse, the ongoing Bears stadium legislation saga, and the future of a "Millionaire's surcharge" referendum.
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Kadia Goba, political reporter for NOTUS, joins Patrick to discuss congressional scandals, loyalty to Donald Trump, and funding for the Iran war.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss the major issues facing lawmakers in the final stretch of the spring legislative session.
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Olivia Olander of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the Governor's homebuilding plan, which has numerous mayors around the state concerned about preempting local zoning authority.
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Former Illinois Congressman Joe Walsh joins Patrick to vent about the Iran War, the 2026 election outlook, and the future of the GOP.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joins Patrick to discuss Appellate Court arguments attempting to overturn former House Speaker Michael Madigan's corruption conviction.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to talk about a busy week at the Statehouse, a state sandwich, and Governor Pritzker's battles with local governments.
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Former Rep. Mike Zalewski joins Patrick to discuss funding for local governments, property tax reform, and if Gov. Pritzker can run the state and run for President at the same time.
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Economist Frank Manzo IV of the Illinois Economic Policy Institute joins Patrick to discuss Tier 2 pensions, a millionaire tax, and the state economy.
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Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss local government funding, property taxes, and gas prices.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick on the state of the GOP, JB Pritzker's presidential ambitions, and the outlook for the General Election
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Andy Johnson, a University of Illinois graduate and founder of The Fried Egg, joins Patrick from Augusta National Golf Club to preview the Masters tournament.
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss campaigns, policy, and statehouse scandals.
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Retired Major General, retired Illinois National Guard Adjutant General, and former Congressman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to break down the latest rhetoric in the Iran war.
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Jeremy Gorner of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the latest negotiations on a Bears bill, property taxes, and gas prices.
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Rep. Bill Hauter (R-Morton), who represents a part of Sangamon County, joins Patrick to discuss a Bears tax break, property tax reform, "gas station heroin" and the future of the Illinois GOP.
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Republican U.S. Senate nominee Don Tracy joins Patrick to discuss the primary results, how he approaches a race against Juliana Stratton, and the war in Iran.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss what to expect in the final two months of the spring legislative session.
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Illini radio voice Brian Barnhart checks in from Indianapolis ahead of Saturday's Final Four game between Illinois and Connecticut.
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Chicago Sun-Times Sports columnist Steve Greenberg joins Patrick from the Final Four in Indianapolis to preview Saturday's game between Illinois and UConn.
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Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate, joins Patrick to discuss her primary victory, representing the whole state, and the war in Iran.
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Former Illini and college basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Patrick ahead of the Final Four to discuss Illinois' chances against Connecticut.
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Former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General and former Congressman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to discuss the mess for the Trump administration in Iran.
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Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine joins Patrick to discuss the politics surround the Iran war, the DHS shutdown, and Governor Pritzker's chances in the 2028 Democratic primary for President.
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Former Illini basketball great Deon Thomas joins Patrick to discuss the Illini in the Final Four and if they can win the national championship.
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Jeremy Gorner of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the ongoing fight over a Bears stadium and the state's fiscal problems headed into the final two months of the legislative session.
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Patrick is joined by Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois to discuss property tax reform and the stalled Bears tax break legislation.
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Former Illinois basketball coach Bruce Weber, now an analyst with the Big Ten Network, joins Patrick to discuss the upcoming challenge facing the Illini in the Final Four.
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Robert Rosenthal of illiniboard.com joins Patrick to discuss Illinois' win in the Elite Eight and to look ahead to the Final Four this weekend in Indianapolis.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick joins Patrick to talk about property tax solutions and the frustrating campaign for Governor we're about to live through.
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Former Rep. Tom Demmer joins Patrick to discuss the actual economic development intentions of the "megaproject" bill, property tax reform, and the state budget.
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Champaign News-Gazette sports columnist Bob Asmussen joined Patrick to talk about the Illini win in the Sweet 16 and to preview the Elite Eight matchup against Iowa.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss bill that moved out of the House on committee deadline week, the Bears stadium debacle, and what happens to the state budget if there's a recession.
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Darin Pritchett of Sportsradio 1450 and 92.3 joins Patrick to break down the fun Illini win in the Sweet 16 over Houston.
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Champaign News-Gazette Illini beat reporter Scott Richey joins Patrick from Houston to preview the Illinois Sweet 16 game against Houston.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss public safety, property taxes, and after previous criticisim, if he'll support Darren Bailey for Governor.
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Longtime State Journal-Register reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joins Patrick to reflect on primary election results and to preview Friday's Citizen's Club program.
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Former Illini basketball player and college basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Patrick to preview tonight's Sweet 16 game between Illinois and Houston.
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Voice of the Illini Brian Barnhart checks in from Houston, Texas ahead of Illinois' Sweet 16 matchup Thursday against the University of Houston.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss the debate over immigration policy and the latest developments (or lack thereof) on property tax breaks for the Chicago Bears.
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Rep. CD Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joins Patrick to discuss public safety, "megaprojects" legislation, and how the economy will impact the new state budget.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to address the Bears "Megaproject" bill debate, data centers, and the GOP outlook in November.
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Longtime Washington journalist Chris Cillizza joins Patrick to discuss the U.S. Senate race in Illinois and Governor Pritzker's 2028 White House chances.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the ongoing Bears stadium negotiations and the finger pointing in the death of a Loyola University student allegedly murdered by an illegal immigrant.
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Rick Pearson of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the U.S. Senate race, the Pritzker/Bailey rematch, and the battle over mail-in ballots.
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Former Illinois basketball coach Bruce Weber, now an analyst with the Big Ten Network, joins Patrick to discuss Illinois' weekend in the NCAA Tournament and to look ahead to a big Sweet 16 game against Houston on Thursday.
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Robert Rosenthal of IlliniBoard.com joined Patrick to discuss the Illini's first-round win on Thursday and to look ahead to Saturday's second round game against Virginia Commonwealth
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to review Tuesday's results and what it means for the GOP in the state.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss legislation aimed at insurance providers and the race for State Comptroller.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinck joins Patrick to discuss Darren Bailey's chances, the Democratic Senate race, and the state of the Illinois GOP.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the State Comptroller race, the U.S. Senate race, and Darren Bailey's attempt to change the narrative in the Governor's race.
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Illini great Deon Thomas, who calls games on the radio, joins Patrick from Greenville, SC, where Illinois is set to face off in a First Round game against Penn.
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Champaign News-Gazette sports columnist Bob Asmussen joins Patrick to talk Illinois' path in the NCAA tournament and the guys compare brackets.
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GOP nominee for Governor, Darren Bailey, joined Patrick to discuss his primary victory and to look forward at the November campaign against Gov. JB Pritzker
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Sangamon County Sheriff Paula Crouch joins Patrick after her Republican primary win on Tuesday.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the stunning victory for Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate.
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New York Times Politics Correspondent Reid Epstein, a Peoria native, joins Patrick to discuss his coverage of the U.S. Senate primary.
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Stephen Richer, a Legal Scholar for the Cato Institute, joins Patrick to discuss election security.
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Sangamon County Clerk Don Gray checks in to update Patrick on primary turnout around the county.
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WGN-TV Political Editor Tahman Bradley joins Patrick to discuss the final hours of the race for U.S. Senate.
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Steve Greenberg, Chicago Sun-Times sports columnist, joins Patrick to discuss the Illini path in the NCAA Tournament and to compare March Madness brackets.
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Tom Serafin joins Patrick Pfingsten to talk Tuesday's Primary
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Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the latest developments in the races for U.S. Senate and Governor.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the U.S. Senate primaries and the Republican gubernatorial primary.
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Darin Pritchett, host of The Morning Huddle on SportsRadio 92.3 & 1450 joins Patrick to vent about the Illini loss in the Big Ten Tournament.
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Voice of the Illini Brian Barnhart joins Patrick to preview the Big Ten Tournament and the NCAA tournament projection for Illinois.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss U.S. Senate primaries, the GOP primary for Governor, and what he's seeing in recent polls.
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Republican U.S. Senate candidate Jeannie Evans joins Patrick to discuss her campaign, the war in Iran, and Donald Trump's tariff policy.
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Former State Journal-Register reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joins Patrick to discuss the race for Sangamon County Sheriff, the mental health sales tax referendum, and other statewide races.
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15th Congressional District candidate Judy Bowlby joins Patrick to discuss her primary campaign against Congresswoman Mary Miller (R-Hindsboro).
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Rick Pearson of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the Republican primary for Governor, the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, and Governor Pritzker's play in primary races.
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Former Rep. Mike Zalewski joins Patrick to break down the final week of the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate.
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Comptroller Susana Mendoza joins Patrick to look back on challenges faced during her time in office and addresses the campaigns of those looking to replace her.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss legislation he's moving at the Statehouse, tax breaks for the Bears, and how the GOP race for Governor is playing out.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady discusses the GOP race for Governor, the future of the state party, and the Democratic U.S. Senate primary.
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Republican strategist Collin Corbett joins Patrick to discuss the lack of interest in the upcoming primary election, the U.S. Senate primary, gubernatorial primary, and challenges for Republicans in Illinois in November.
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Dr. Dave Steward with the Vote Yes for Mental Health committee, supporting the March 17 Mental Health Board tax referendum, joins Patrick to discuss the ballot question ahead of the election.
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Republican gubernatorial candidate Ted Dabrowski sits down for a long form discussion on his campaign for Governor.
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Illinois Times reporter Dilpreet Raju joins Patrick on new reporting of a local engineer who went to prison for defrauding the state and is now engaged in the same work that got him in trouble in the first place.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker being dragged into the Epstein scandal, the Republican race for Governor, and the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate.
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Republican U.S. Senate candidate Don Tracy joins Patrick to discuss the war in Iran, tariffs, and ICE actions in Chicago and Minneapolis.
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Bill Scher of Washington Monthly Magazine joins Patrick to talk about the Texas Senate primary and Democratic response to the war in Iran.
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Robert Rosenthal of Illiniboard.com joins Patrick to discuss the recent slide for the Illini and previews tonight's game against Oregon.
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Sangamon County Sheriff Paula Crouch discusses her campaign for a full term in office in the March 17 primary.
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Republican candidate for Sangamon County Sheriff David Timm discusses his campaign for the March 17 primary
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Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the latest headlines involving Governor Pritzker, President Bill Clinton, and Jeffrey Epstein.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss endorsements in the U.S. Senate race and the race for U.S. Senate.
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Retired General and former Congressman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to discuss military action in Iran.
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Former Congresswoman and Springfield native Cheri Bustos joins Patrick on the tone of the State of the Union, centrist candidates, and the tone of the U.S. Senate race in Illinois.
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Mike Miletich of WAND-TV joins Patrick to discuss the latest developments in the Bears stadium discussions and how it has derailed all other issues at the statehouse this spring.
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Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) joins Patrick to discuss the proposed bill lawmakers hope will keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois.
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Former Senator and GOP gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey joins Patrick to discuss what he learned from his loss in 2022, ICE raids in Illinois, and how to fix a broken property tax system.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss Thursday's hearing on a bill to keep the Bears in Illinois.
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Matt Lewis, a columnist for The Hill and Los Angeles Times, joins Patrick to break down the State of the Union speech and to discuss 2026 and 2028 electoral politics.
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Senator Doris Turner (D-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss how the Bears have taken up all the oxygen under the statehouse dome, state spending, and a proposed racino for Decatur.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to break down the GOP primary for Governor, the latest in the Bears stadium saga, and the challenge for Democrats to pass a budget this spring.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick joins Patrick to dive deep into the Bears stadium mess, property taxes, pensions, and the final three weeks of the primary campaign.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the Bears stadium saga, the governor's proposed budget, and the U.S. Senate Democratic primary.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Olivia Olander joins Patrick to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's comments about the Chicago Bears, banning cell phones in schools, and how to cover Pritzker day-in and day-out.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to talk about the negative turn of the U.S. Senate race, the state of the GOP primary for Govenor, and how Republicans are having a hard time dealing with Donald Trump.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins the show to discuss the latest drama surrounding the Bears stadium, Governor Pritzker's budget proposal, and the GOP race for Governor.
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Fighting Illini play-by-play voice Brian Barnhart joins Patrick from L.A. to look back on Wednesday's big USC victory and to preview Saturday's game with UCLA.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to work through the latest developments in the Chicago Bears stadium saga and how Governor Pritzker's budget proposal was received by the General Assembly.
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Illinois Municipal League Executive Director Brad Cole joins Patrick to discuss how Governor Pritzker's budget proposal impacts local governments.
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Abdul Hakim-Shabazz of indypolitics.org discusses the discussions between Indiana officials and the Chicago Bears and how likely a Bears move to the Hoosier state really is.
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State Comptroller Susana Mendoza joins Patrick on the state budget, the Bears flirtations with Indiana, and if Illinois should opt in to a federal school choice program.
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Rep. John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) joins Patrick to respond to Governor Pritzker's budget address and how Republicans would handle the Bears stadium controversy.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the latest drama in the saga over a Bears stadium and reaction to Governor Pritzker's budget proposal.
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick, now a pension policy advisor for the Illinois Policy Institute, joins Patrick to break down Governor JB Pritzker's budget proposal.
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Robert Rosenthal of illiniboard.com joins Patrick to talk Illinois basketball and preview tonight's game at USC.
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Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago), a top House Democrat budget negotiator, joins Patrick to respond to Governor JB Pritzker's budget proposal and discusses the latest on a stadium deal for the Chicago Bears.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to react to Governor JB Pritzker's budget proposal and discusses how Republicans can make a difference in budget negotiations.
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Former State Representative Mike Zalewski joined Patrick to preview Governor Pritzker's Wednesday budget speech and how Democrats will deal with easing the property tax burden in the state.
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Former Congressman Joe Walsh joins Patrick to talk First Amendment and 2028 primaries for the White House.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss the Governor's budget address this week and the electoral landscape for Republicans in 2026.
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Former State Representative Tom Demmer, a fiscal policy advisor for the Illinois Policy Institute, joins Patrick to preview Governor JB Pritzker's budget proposal this week and to handicap the GOP primary for Governor.
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Brad Sturdy of illiniguys.com discusses Illini basketball with Patrick and previews Sunday's Illinois/Indiana game in Champaign.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss the approach of Illinois' congressional delegation to ICE controversies, the race for Governor, and the future of the Logan Correctional Center.
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DC journalist Dan Vock joins Patrick to discuss how Illinois Republicans are handling controversy involving ICE and CBP.
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Former Illinois GOP Chairman Pat Brady goes in the weeds with Patrick on the GOP primary for governor and the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the Republican primary for Governor and what to expect from Governor Pritzker's budget address next week.
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Rep. Kyle Moore (R-Quincy) joins Patrick to debate the affordability issue in Illinois and how Republicans believe they can actually make it less expensive to live in Illinois.
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Jeremy Gorner of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's budget speech scheduled for next week and how the Governor will walk a financial tightrope
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Champaign News-Gazette sports columnist Bob Asmussen joins Patrick to preview the Illinois vs. Wisconsin game and to talk changes on the Illinois football staff.
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Jason Heffley of Americans for Prosperity of Illinois joins Patrick to discuss their celebration of America's 250th birthday Thursday at the BOS Center and issues coming at the Statehouse.
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Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine joins Patrick to discuss the battle over ICE funding and the Democratic outlook for 2028.
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Republican strategist Collin Corbett joins Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's missed opportunities and why the GOP can't get it's act together.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss challenges facing state lawmakers as they try to pass a new state budget this spring.
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick, a pension policy advisor for the Illinois Policy Institute, joins Patrick to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's pension reform proposal.
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Rep. Margaret Croke (D-Chicago), a candidate for State Comptroller, joins Patrick to discuss her background, plans for the office, and how the legislature will address a difficult budget year.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss the Democratic primary for State Comptroller and Governor Pritzker's upcoming budget address.
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Former Illinois Basketball coach Bruce Weber, who works as a Big Ten analyst, joins Patrick to discuss his time in Champaign and the impressive run for the Illini this season.
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Lake County Treasurer and Democratic candidate for State Comptroller, Holly Kim, joins Patrick to discuss her background and campaign.
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Sen. Karina Villa (D-West Chicago), who is running for State Comptroller, joins Patrick to discuss her campaign and plans for the office
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Sangamon County Clerk Don Gray joins Patrick to discuss the opening of early voting and questions about election security.
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Capitol Hill reporter Eric Garcia tells Patrick about the government shutdown, the fight over DHS funding, and if the GOP will be able to muster the votes to get the government open again.
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Rep. Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego), a candidate for State Comptroller, joined Patrick to discuss her background and plans for the job.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's cash infusion into the U.S. Senate race and the latest in the GOP primary for Governor.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the Democratic U.S. Senate primary, the Republican gubernatorial primary, and JB Pritzker's 2028 plans.
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Former Bush administration spokesman Pete Seat joins Patrick to discuss a potentially avoided government shutdown, the GOP reaction to Minnesota, and if Indiana really wants to steal the Bears.
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Brad Sturdy of illiniguys.com joins Patrick to preview tonight's Illinois/Washington game at the State Farm Center.
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Illinois Times reporter Dean Olsen discusses the sentencing of former Sangamon County Sheriff's Deputy Sean Grayson, who received 20 years in prison for the 2024 killing of Sonya Massey.
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Longtime State Journal-Register reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joins Patrick to discuss the Sean Grayson sentencing and to look ahead to the March primary.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss the latest in the GOP primary for Governor and JB Pritzker's lane for the White House in 2028.
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Reed Galen, longtime Republican strategist, now of The Union advocacy organization, joins Patrick to talk about moving past the weekend's events in Minnesota.
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Longtime Democratic strategist Thom Serafin joins Patrick to discuss the U.S. Senate primary and Governor JB Pritzker's political future.
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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) joins Patrick to react to the weekend violence in Minneapolis and if Democrats should shut down the government over DHS funding.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to review Monday night's first Democratic U.S. Senate debate
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Former Adjutant General of the Illinois National Guard and former Congressman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to discuss this weekend's DHS killing in Minneapolis.
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Noah Rothman of the National Review goes toe-to-toe with Patrick over ICE tactics in Minnesota and they discuss our role in the world after the Greenland fiasco.
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Former State Representative Tom Demmer, now a policy advisor for the Illinois Policy Institute, joins Patrick to discuss how Democrats can hold to their promise of making life more affordable in Illinois and the Governor's proposed budget cuts.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joined Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's budget reductions and the affordability issue Democrats are making the center of their 2026 agenda.
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Jeremy Gorner of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the politics behind moves at the statehouse this week and how lawmakers can actually make life more affordable.
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Ed Shimon, a meteorologist from the National Weather Service office in Lincoln, joins Patrick to discuss dangerously low temperatures, a weekend winter storm, and dangerous conditions in the southern US.
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Scott Richey of the Champaign News-Gazette previews the Illinois/Maryland game.
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Washington Post congressional reporter Kadia Goba joins Patrick to talk about the Epstein Files, Greenland, and another potential government shutdown.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to discuss the Republican primary for governor and the future of the Illinois GOP.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the spring legislative session and the GOP primary for Governor.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss the upcoming spring legislative session and the GOP's outlook for 2026.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to vent frustrations about today's GOP, about Congresswoman Mary Miller, and about the GOP field for governor.
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Rep. Bill Hauter (R-Morton), who represents portions of Sangamon and Logan counties, joins Patrick to discuss energy prices and what to expect at the statehouse this spring.
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Jeremy Gorner of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the first forum between all four GOP candidates for governor Thursday night.
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Former Republican National Committeeman from Illinois, Richard Porter, joins Patrick to discuss Greenland, ICE, and the GOP primary for governor in Illinois
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick wrote a policy "white paper" on the Chicago Bears stadium debacle and joined Patrick to discuss how they can find a resolution with the state.
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Senate Republican Leader John Curran joins Patrick to discuss some recent big issues passed by the legislature and what to expect at the Statehouse in 2026.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to talk about a potential state budget deficit, a new Bears stadium, and if Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is running for Chicago Mayor.
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Ahead of the Illinois/Northwestern game, Robert Rosenthal of illiniboard.com joins Patrick to talk Illini hoops.
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Patrick has an in depth conversation with Steve Brown, the longtime spokesman for former House Speaker Michael Madigan, on what role Brown played in the criminal investigation and his reaction to Madigan's conviction and imprisonment.
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Mike Miletich of WAND-TV joins Patrick to discuss the agenda at the Statehouse this spring, including energy bills, a state budget, and a Bears stadium.
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Former State Representative Mike Zalewski joins Patrick to talk about how to close a projected $2 billion budget gap and the impact ICE actions in the suburbs will have on the 2026 election.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the start of the spring legislative session, filling a budget gap, and how a Bears deal gets made.
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Patrick was at Saturday's historic Bears/Packers game. He talks about his experience with Darin Pritchett of Sportsradio 1450.
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Sen. Sally Turner (R-Beason) joins Patrick to discuss spring legislative session issues like property taxes, energy costs, and a big potential budget deficit.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss new reporting on Gov. JB Pritzker's shifting media focus.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins the show on Darren Bailey's new policy "blueprint" and the GOP race for governor. He and Patrick also discuss what to expect at the statehouse in 2026.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss energy bills, cost of living, and what Republicans can accomplish at the statehouse this spring.
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Former Congressman John Shimkus joins Patrick to discuss military action in Venezuela and the future of the GOP.
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WGN-TV Political Reporter Tahman Bradley joins Patrick to discuss the results of a new WGN poll on the race for Senate and Governor and the approval ratings of Gov. Pritzker and President Trump.
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Chicago Sun-Times sports columnist Steve Greenberg joins Patrick to preview Saturday's Bears/Packers playoff game in Chicago.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss the underwhelming Republican primary for Governor.
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Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) joins Patrick to discuss why the energy bill signed into law by Gov. JB Pritzker Thursday doesn't actually reduce energy costs.
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Patrick is joined by former State Representative and pollster Mark Batinick to discuss the GOP primary for Governor and the controversy over a new stadium for the Chicago Bears.
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Former Congressman Joe Walsh joins Patrick to discuss the January 6 aftermath and the future for both political parties.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss ongoing renovations at the Capitol and 2026 legislative agendas at the Statehouse.
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Former Congresswoman Cheri Bustos joined Patrick to look back on the attack on the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to make 2026 political predictions in Illinois.
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Brenden Moore of Capital News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the push for a graduated income tax in 2026 and what to expect from the General Assembly this spring.
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Former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General and former Congressman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to discuss U.S. actions in Venezuela and the Supreme Court ruling on National Guard troops in Illinois.
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Scot Bertram, filling in for Patrick Pfingsten on PM Springfield talks with Elizabeth Mitchell,
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Scot Bertram, filling in for Patrick Pfingsten on PM Springfield talks with Breana Noble -- a reporter for The Detroit News , who covers the automotive industry with a focus on the Ford Motor Company.
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Former Gov. Pat Quinn joins Patrick to discuss his push to increase taxes on millionaires and if he supports the Fair Maps amendment.
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Sen. Don DeWitte (R-St. Charles), who was involved in negotiations on mass transit reform, joins Patrick to discuss raiding downstate road fund dollars and the bailout of the Chicago Transit Authority.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss the redeployment of Illinois National Guard troops, transit, and JB Pritzker's 2026.
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Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick on transit funding, energy policy, and Michael Madigan's quest for a pardon.
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Former State Representative and political consultant Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss transit, energy, and the 2026 election cycle.
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Washington Post congressional reporter Kadia Goba joins Patrick to talk health care legislation and if Republicans are starting to break from Donald Trump.
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Former State Representative Tom Demmer, now a fiscal policy advisor for the Illinois Policy Institute, joins Patrick to discuss campaign finance reform and the Democratic push to raise taxes on high income earners.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss campaign finance reform, assisted suicide, and Governor Pritzker's 2028 ambitions.
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Champaign News-Gazette sports reporter Scott Richey joins Patrick to talk Illini basketball ahead of Saturday's game with Nebraska and about the Illinois football trip to the Music City Bowl.
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Former White House spokesman and Indiana politico Pete Seat joins Patrick to discuss the Indiana Senate's rebuke of mid-decade redistricting and cracks in the MAGA foundation.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's signature on the Medical Aid in Dying bill and controversy in the Democratic senate primary.
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Republican operative Collin Corbett joins Patrick to talk about the future of the Illinois GOP headed into the 2026 cycle.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joins Patrick to discuss Michael Madigan's request for a pardon from the Trump administration and how a State Senator got off on a bribery charge.
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Is Patrick too pessimistic about the state of the Illinois Republican Party? Former Illinois GOP Chairman Pat Brady thinks so.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss drama in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate and if Republicans can make the race competitive next year.
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Former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General and former Congressman Bill Enyart joins Patrick to discuss the attacks on alleged drug boats off the coast of Venezuela and the new "National Security Strategy" document.
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Holly Spangler of Prairie Farmer magazine joins Patrick to discuss the ouster of the President of the Illinois Farm Bureau and what it means for one of the most important organizations at the Statehouse.
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Illinois Corn Growers Association Executive Director Rodney Weinzierl joins Patrick to discuss the Trump administration's plan to send $12 billion in bailout payments to farmers.
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Former Lt. Governor Bob Kustra joins Patrick about the future of the Republican Party and the division in our politics today.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss the rhetoric over crime and the SAFE-T Act and what may happen in 2026.
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Illinois Retail Merchants Association President & CEO Rob Karr joined Patrick to discuss the importance of the holiday season for retail businesses in the state, the impacts of tariffs on business owners, and what it means for retailers now that the federal government has stopped minting the penny.
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Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to talk about the battleground of Illinois' 2026 elections: the suburbs.
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Indianapolis political reporter and radio host Abdul Hakim Shabazz, a former WMAY host, joined Patrick to discuss Indiana redistricting and how it could impact Illinois.
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Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine joins Patrick to discuss the landscape for Democrats headed into 2026 and the fate of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Brenden Moore joins Patrick to discuss what Governor Pritzker will do with the "Medical Aid in Dying" bill on his desk, if Democrats will take up changes to the SAFE-T Act, and what Pritzker's re-election messaging will look like.
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Sangamon County Sheriff Paula Crouch joins Patrick to discuss the recommendations in the Massey Commission final report and changes she has and is making to the Sheriff's Office.
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Chicago Sun-Times reporter Mitchell Armentrout joined Patrick on a new law signed by Governor Pritzker that eases access to COVID vaccines in Illinois and if Democrats will have to amend the SAFE-T Act in 2026.
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Former Transportation Secretary and Congressman Ray LaHood joins Patrick to discuss why he's taking over the Edgar Fellows program, the Fair Maps Amendment, and the state of our politics.
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Illinois Times reporter Dean Olsen joins Patrick to discuss Sean Grayson's efforts to get a new trial and a proposed data center in rural Sangamon County.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss Darren Bailey's return to the campaign trail and the GOP primary field for governor.
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Former State Senator and gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey joins Patrick to talk about the loss of his son, daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren in a helicopter crash this fall and the impacts on his campaign for governor.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss a new report on the impact of federal cuts in Illinois and how the legislature will handle its budget crunch.
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick joins Patrick to break down what Republicans need to do to give them a better chance of winning races around the state next year.
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Chris McCloud, who will call Saturday's Rochester playoff game on WMAY, joins Patrick Pfingsten to preview the game and talk about the Rochester season.
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Rochester Coach Derek Leonard joins Patrick ahead of Saturday's IHSA 4A semifinal game against Breese Central.
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Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago), who helped write the controversial transit funding bill, joins Patrick to discuss complaints the bill pulled money away from downstate roads and bridges for Chicago transit operations.
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Noah Rothman of the National Review joins Patrick to talk about the political landmines of the Epstein files and the future of the conservative movement in today's GOP.
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Mary Ann Ahern of NBC Chicago joined Patrick to discuss how Governor JB Pritzker's trip to the Vatican and meeting with the Pope came about and what they talked about during a private meeting.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman and U.S. Senate candidate Don Tracy joins Patrick to discuss the end of the government shutdown, the release of the Epstein files, and if Republicans can relate to voters on cost of living.
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Former Illini Basketball great Deon Thomas, now the color analyst for the Illini Sports Network, joins Patrick to talk about Illini basketball and tonight's matchup against Alabama.
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Patrick is joined by Capitol News Illinois reporter Beth Hundsdorfer on the immigration action against a restaurant owner in Macoupin County and how Sen. Tammy Duckworth's office got involved in the controversy.
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Andrew Egger of The Bulwark joins Patrick to discuss the release of the Epstein files and Donald Trump's battles with the media.
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Columnist and podcast host Matt Lewis joins Patrick to predict whether the Epstein files controversy will rip apart the MAGA coalition and if Democrats "won" the government shutdown.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joined Patrick to discuss Senate President Don Harmon evading a $10 million dollar campaign finance fine and the bait-and-switch over Congressman Chuy Garcia's seat.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to break down the fall veto session and talk about the GOP chances in Illinois in 2026.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to strategize how Republicans can fix their electoral chances in 2026.
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Legendary former Sacred Heart-Griffin football coach Ken Leonard joins Patrick ahead of Saturday's latest chapter in the Rochester and SHG football rivalry in the state playoffs.
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Champaign News-Gazette sports writer Bob Asmussen is Patrick's guest to discuss Saturday's Illinois/Maryland football matchup.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss statistics about immigration arrests in Illinois, redistricting, and regulating synthetic marijuana products.
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Former Rep. Dan Caulkins joins Patrick to talk about how downstate took it on the chin in the fall veto session and how the GOP turns around their electoral problems.
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Former Illinois Congressman Joe Walsh joins Patrick to discuss the state of the Republican Party, the Epstein Files, and the new White House East Wing ballroom.
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Jeremy Gorner from the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to discuss the Republican field for Governor and the chances redistricting congressional districts happens in Illinois.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss hunger in the Springfield community and the mess facing Illinois Republicans in 2026.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss JB Pritzker's political posturing, the Republican race for Governor, and the state of the GOP statewide.
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Former Congressman and former Adjutant General of the Illinois National Guard, Bill Enyart, joins Patrick to discuss issues facing veterans and top issues in politics today.
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Mia McCarthy, Capitol Hill reporter for Politico, joins Patrick to discuss how the shutdown deal came about and if it will pass the House on Wednesday.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois discusses the Bailey campaign for Governor, JB Pritzker's non-commital answer on assisted suicide, and tough times for the Illinois GOP.
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Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine joins Patrick to discuss the deal to end the government shutdown and if Democrats are capitulating too soon.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joins Patrick to discuss multiple federal lawsuits involving ICE agents in Illinois.
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Former Republican National Committeeman Richard Porter joins Patrick to discuss Tuesday's election results, ICE actions in Illinois, and anti-Semitism in the GOP.
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Chicago Tribune statehouse reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to talk through the fallout of the fall veto session, the race for Governor, and redistricting.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick, an advisor to the Illinois Policy Institute, joins Patrick to talk about takeaways from Tuesday's election, what could happen in Illinois next year, and pension reform efforts.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to discuss what Tuesday's election results mean for Illinois and about why the Illinois GOP seems lost at sea.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to talk about a proposed racino in Decatur, redistricting of congressional maps, and the state of the Illinois GOP.
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GOP strategist Collin Corbett joins Patrick to talk about the race for Governor and the state of the Illinois Republican Party.
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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski joins Patrick to discuss the latest on the government shutdown, why she thinks Democrats should further gerrymander the Illinois congressional map, and the direction of the Democratic party.
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SJ-R Sports Reporter Bill Welt joins Patrick to talk about the controversy surrounding the end of Saturday's PORTA playoff football game and how protests and even potential legal action could ensue.
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Illinois AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Pat Devaney joins Patrick to discuss energy legislation passed through the General Assembly last week and the difficult task of reforming "Tier 2" pensions for state workers.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss some of the under-the-radar issues from the fall veto session, including "Medical Aid in Dying" and Tier 2 pensions.
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Derek Parris of Channel1450.com joins Patrick to preview the first round of the high school football playoffs.
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Patrick sits down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with Speaker of the House Chris Welch. The two discuss transit legislation, immigration, and the new energy bill.
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Massey Commission co-chair JoAnn Johnson joined Patrick to discuss the murder conviction of Sean Grayson in the death of Sonya Massey and the calls to action being made by the commission.
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Illinois Manufacturers' Association President & CEO joins Patrick to discuss the energy legislation making its way through the General Assembly and what government should be doing to reduce energy prices for consumers and businesses around the state.
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Massey Commission co-chair JoAnn Johnson joined Patrick to discuss the murder conviction of Sean Grayson in the death of Sonya Massey and the calls to action being made by the commission.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to discuss what's happening on the last day of the fall veto session and if lawmakers will come to a deal on mass transit funding, energy, and other top issues
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Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea discusses tax increases included in a major mass transit bailout bill.
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Illinois Times reporter Dean Olsen, who covered the Grayson trial in Peoria, joins Patrick to discuss the verdict handed down Wednesday and what happens next.
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Dylan Sharkey of the Illinois Policy Institute joins Patrick to argue against tax increases in the proposed House mass transit bailout bill.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss a proposed $1.5 billion dollar tax increase bill to fund mass transit that seems unlikely to make it through the General Assembly this week.
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Springfield defense attorney Scott Hanken joins Patrick to discuss the conviction of former Sangamon County Sheriff's Deputy Sean Grayson of Second Degree Murder in the death of Sonya Massey.
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Chicago Tribune statehouse reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to talk about the potential for a congressional redistricting plan and where issues like transit and energy stand in the final week of veto session.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joins Patrick after Customs and Border Protection Commander Gregory Bovino was interrogated by a federal judge in a Chicago courtroom Tuesday afternoon.
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Rep. Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) joined Patrick to discuss Democratic efforts to further gerrymander the state's congressional map and issues that could come up during the final week of the fall veto session.
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Olsen checks in from the Sean Grayson murder trial in Peoria after the former Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy accused of murdering Sonya Massey took the stand in his own defense Monday.
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Sandoval talks about issues facing business in Illinois with the upcoming veto session, including mass transit funding and energy costs.
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The Republican from Morton previews the second week of the fall veto session.
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Rochester football play-by-play voice Chris McCloud, SHG play-by-play announcer Darin Pritchett, and Glenwood voice Ryan Fantozzi join Patrick to discuss week 9 of the high school football season.
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Robert Rosenthal of illiniboard.com joins Patrick to preview Saturday's Illinois football game at Washington.
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Former State Representative Mike Zalewski joined Patrick to discuss veto session, the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, and Governor Pritzker's standing as he runs for a third term.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss major issues outstanding for next week's veto session at the Statehouse.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Brenden Moore joins Patrick to discuss the push to redrew Illinois' congressional districts and the entrance of Republican businessman Rick Heidner in the race for governor
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Former White House spokesman and GOP operative Pete Seat joins Patrick to discuss the destruction of the East Wing of the White House, the government shutdown, and the redistricting arms race.
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Sen. Sally Turner (R-Beason) joins Patrick to discuss next week's return to Springfield for the second week of the fall veto session. They discuss redistricting, energy, transit, and economic development.
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Illinois Times reporter Dean Olsen checks in after open statements and the first day of testimony in the murder trial of former Sangamon County Sheriff's Deputy Sean Grayson in the killing of Sonya Massey last year.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss the latest in the race for Governor, Don Harmon's campaign finance lawsuit, and redistricting.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to discuss the latest developments in the race for Governor, whether Democrats will re-draw the state's congressional map, and if he has any hope for the political future.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick, who does polling and campaign work for Republicans, joins Patrick to discuss the potential entry of businessman Rick Heidner into the race for Governor.
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Patrick is joined by Georgetown University law professor Steve Vladeck on the Trump administration's effort to take the state lawsuit over troop deployment to the Supreme Court.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the latest on ICE raids, how Governor Pritzker may be benefitting politically, veto session issues, and the Chicago Teachers Union takeover of a statewide teachers union.
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Patrick is joined by Leanna Churchill of channel1450.com to discuss week 8 of the high school football season.
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Republican strategist and podcast host Collin Corbett joins Patrick to discuss the politics of ICE raids in Chicago, the race for Governor, and the race for U.S. Senate.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to preview next week's murder trial of former Sangamon County Sheriff's Deputy Sean Grayson.
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Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joined Patrick to discuss outstanding issues during the fall veto session and what Republicans are doing to remain relevant.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the status of major issues that are still pending during the fall veto session and what may get across the finish line this month.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to talk about the fall veto session and where things stand on transit, the Bears, and Governor JB Pritzker's tax returns.
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Former Illinois GOP Chairman and Springfield attorney Don Tracy, who is running for U.S. Senate, joins Patrick to talk about the government shutdown, national debt, and ICE actions in Illinois.
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Brenden Moore of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the slow start to the fall veto session and what issues lawmakers may take up this month.
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Former Reps. Mike Murphy and Tim Butler joined Patrick to talk about politics, Madigan, downtown Springfield, and the future of the GOP.
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Longtime Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long, who wrote a book about former House Speaker Michael Madigan, joined Patrick to reflect on decades of reporting on the day Madigan reported to federal prison.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) discusses energy prices, transit taxes, and state spending as lawmakers head back to the Capitol for the fall veto session.
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Rep. Jay Hoffman (D-Swansea) joins Patrick to discuss energy prices, a bill to give tax breaks for major construction projects, and transit funding ahead of the veto session, which begins Tuesday.
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Champaign News-Gazette Sportswriter Bob Asmussen joins Patrick to preview Saturday's Illinois vs. Ohio State game at Memorial Stadium.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to share their concerns over the actions of the Trump administration, political discourse, and the state of the GOP after a turbulent week in the news.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel checks in with Patrick on yesterday's ruling blocking troop deployments in Illinois and what happens next in the high profile case.
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Former Congressman and former Adjutant General of the Illinois National Guard, Bill Enyart, joins Patrick to discuss the ongoing troop escalation in Illinois.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss the escalation of the ICE and National Guard presence in Illinois and what it means for Governor JB Pritzker's political prospects.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss the politics of the ICE and National Guard situation in Chicago and the suburbs and major issues in the upcoming veto session.
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Andrew Egger, who writes for The Bulwark, joined Patrick to discuss the escalation in Chicago and the suburbs over ICE and troop deployments and the ongoing government shutdown.
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Former Congresswoman Cheri Bustos joins Patrick to discuss the government shutdown, tariffs, and their shared frustration with the state of our politics.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the controversial deployment of National Guard troops to Illinois and issues facing lawmakers as veto session begins at the Statehouse next week.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joins Patrick on the state's efforts to block Donald Trump's troop deployment to Illinois and the efforts of former Speaker Michael Madigan to avoid starting his prison sentence.
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Former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Richard Hayes joined Patrick to discuss the potential deployment of Illinois and Texas National Guard members to the state over the objections of Gov. Pritzker.
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Brad Sturdy of illiniguys.com joins Patrick to preview Saturday's Illinois football game with Purdue.
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Derek Parris from channel1450.com joins Patrick to preview Week 6 of the high school football season.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to discuss GOP reactions to the ICE raids in Chicago, Darren Bailey and Ted Dabrowski's rollouts in the Governor's race, and who the Democratic primary favorite is for U.S. Senate.
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Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins Patrick to discuss escalating tensions with ICE in Chicago and the suburbs, transit reform, and what the Bears want from the General Assembly.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to discuss the effort by the Chicago Bears to secure hundreds of millions of dollars in taxpayer money to help them build a new stadium in the Chicago suburbs. (They talk a little baseball, too.)
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Washington Post congressional reporter Kadia Goba joins Patrick to discuss the government shutdown, who is to blame, and how long it may go.
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Former Congressman and former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Bill Enyart joined Patrick to discuss the prospect of troops being deployed to Illinois, the speech from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to generals this week, and his views on the government shutdown.
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Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea joined Patrick Wednesday to explain why the union decided to pull out of the long running "agreed bill" process at the Statehouse, where unions and business worked together on issues like unemployment insurance and workers' compensation for decades.
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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) joins Patrick to talk about the government shutdown, why Democrats voted against a "clean" continuing resolution, and why the fight should be about health care.
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Congressman Darin LaHood (R-Peoria) joined Patrick to discuss why Congress couldn't reach a deal to keep the government funded, why the two sides are fighting over health care, and how long the shutdown may last.
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Former Senator and gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey joins Patrick to discuss why he got into the race for governor after losing four years ago. They discuss energy, property taxes, and how Donald Trump's low approval ratings will impact Republicans.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner discusses the federal escalation of ICE and Customs & Border Protection Agents in Chicago and the expected troop deployment in the coming days.
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Matt Lewis, a podcaster and columnist for the Los Angeles Times and The Hill joins Patrick for a discussion about tariffs, political rhetoric, and the pending government shutdown.
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Republican candidate for governor Ted Dabrowski joins Patrick to discuss his campaign and how a Republican can overcome the headwinds against them in Illinois.
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Chris Solomon of NoLayingUp.com joins Patrick to preview this weekend's Ryder Cup matches.
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Former RNC National Committeeman for Illinois, Richard Porter, and Patrick debate what constitutes freedom of speech and talk about the race for Governor in 2026.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella is covering the entrance of former Sen. Darren Bailey in the race for Governor. He joined Patrick to talk about what to expect.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick, now a policy advisor with the Illinois Policy Institute, joins Patrick to discuss the Governor blaming budget troubles on Donald Trump and the growing tension in the Republican primary in the race for Governor.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Ben Szalinski joined Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's Executive Order on state spending and looming issues facing lawmakers in the veto session next month.
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Prairie Farmer Magazine writer Holly Spangler joins Patrick to discuss challenges facing rural Illinois, including trade, property taxes, and rising input costs.
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Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Sameer Vohra joins Patrick to discuss the state's new guidelines on vaccines and the federal government's recent actions on Hepatitis B vaccines and linking Tylenol to autism.
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Former State Representative and budget expert Tom Demmer joins Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's proposed spending reductions, the state's spending growth, and why Democrats won't agree to cut spending.
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Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins Patrick to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's executive order blaming President Trump for the state's budget problems and the GOP primary for Governor.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to discuss Jim Edgar's funeral, political violence, energy costs, and transit reform.
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Longtime Glenwood football coach Dan Rourke, who calls Titans games on WMAY, joined Patrick to preview Friday night's Rochester/Glenwood game.
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Patrick is joined by Robert Rosenthal of illiniboard.com to preview Saturday night's Illinois/Indiana football game.
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Former Edgar staffer Marty Green joined Patrick to discuss his time working in the Edgar administration, Edgar's legacy, and the importance of Edgar's body lying in-state at the Illinois Capitol.
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Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine joins Patrick to discuss the risk Democrats are taking with a government shutdown and the attacks on free speech.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss free speech, government intrusion on media, and the Beni Harmony situation at WICS-TV.
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As the SAFE-T Act has been in effect for two full years, Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) discusses what he sees as failures of the criminal justice reform law.
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Democrats are defending the two-year SAFE-T Act, which eliminated cash bail in the state. Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) joined Patrick to discuss the law.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to discuss a shooting at the home of a state legislator and ICE activities in Chicago and the suburbs.
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Congressman Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) joined Patrick to discuss keeping the government funded, the "One Big Beautiful Bill," and turning down the temperature in politics.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella discusses ICE actions in Illinois, the Republican primary for Governor, and his memories of former Gov. Jim Edgar.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Patrick to share memories of Gov. Jim Edgar, to talk about the GOP race for Governor, and toning down the political rhetoric.
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Lee Enterprises reporter Brenden Moore joins Patrick to discuss the life of Gov. Jim Edgar and the growing conflict in the GOP primary for Governor.
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Rep. Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich), a member of the House Freedom Caucus, on why he filed an impeachment resolution against Governor JB Pritzker.
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Former State Senator Kirk Dillard, who served as Chief of Staff to former Gov. Jim Edgar, discussed Edgar's term and life after politics with Patrick Pfingsten.
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Carter Hendren, who managed Jim Edgar's 1990 campaign for Governor, joined Patrick to reflect on Gov. Edgar's career and legacy.
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Al Grosboll, a longtime Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to then-Secretary of State and later Gov. Jim Edgar, joined Patrick to discuss Edgar's legacy in state government.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joined Patrick to discuss Governor Jim Edgar's political legacy and the growing GOP field in the 2026 race for Governor.
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Mike Lawrence, longtime Press Secretary to then-Secretary of State and Gov. Jim Edgar, joined Patrick to reflect on memories of Gov. Edgar and his time in office.
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Longtime State Journal-Register reporter and columnist Bernard Schoenburg joins Patrick to discuss the legacy of former Gov. Jim Edgar.
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Sportsradio 92.3 and 1450 morning host and Sacred Heart-Griffin play-by-play voice Darin Pritchett joins Patrick to talk about Friday's SHG/Jacksonville game and to preview other area week three high school matchups.
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Champaign News-Gazette columnist Bob Asmussen joins Patrick to discuss the new name of Memorial Stadium and the chance Illinois football has at making the College Football Playoff.
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Former Meet The Press Moderator Chuck Todd joins Patrick for a discussion about how to turn down the temperature of our political rhetoric following the killing of Charlie Kirk. They also discuss Governor JB Pritzker's chances in the presidential race in 2028.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss Ted Dabrowski's entrance into the race for Governor and how Governor Pritzker's team is preparing for their eventual opponent.
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Former State Representative Dan Caulkins joined Patrick to discuss the fight for conservative voters in the growing GOP primary for governor in 2026.
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Illinois Republican State Central Committeeman and Cook County GOP Chair Aaron Del Mar, who has known Charlie Kirk since Kirk was 17, joined Patrick to reflect on Kirk's life and impact on the GOP.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss the ongoing challenge to the state's assault weapons ban, the ongoing war of words between Donald Trump and JB Pritzker, and the legislative hurdles for the Chicago Bears to build a new stadium.
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Former RNC National Committeeman Richard Porter joins Patrick Pfingsten as they react to the news of Charlie Kirk's murder.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss the struggles of some state universities and the GOP field in the race for Governor.
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Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins Patrick to discuss how Darren Bailey's entrance into the Governor's race changes the playing field in 2026.
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State Journal-Register sports reporter Ryan Mahan joins Patrick to talk through a full slate of games in week two of the high school football season.
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Robert Rosenthal of IlliniBoard.com joins Patrick to preview Saturday's Illinois/Duke football game, which can be heard on WMAY.
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Washington Post congressional reporter Kadia Goba joins Patrick to talk about the way the Epstein files controversy has derailed Congress in the face of an upcoming government shutdown.
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Rep. John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) joins Patrick to argue why National Guard troops should be sent to Chicago and why he thinks JB Pritzker's presidential ambitions are failing.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss why the state is paying $800,000 in taxpayer dollars to sponsor a NASCAR race and the latest on ICE and National Guard deployments to Illinois.
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Chicago Sun-Times reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to discuss how the federal deployment of ICE agents and the National Guard will work and how wide-ranging it may be.
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Sangamon County Recorder and state senate candidate Frank Lesko joins Patrick to discuss why he's running for Senate, how a Republican is effective in a Democratic supermajority, and how to lower property tax costs.
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Former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Richard Hayes joins Patrick to discuss the potential deployment of National Guard troops to Illinois and the unprecedented situation the Guard has been put in.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the latest volleys between President Trump and Governor Pritzker over National Guard troops and ICE agents potentially being sent to Illinois.
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Illini football radio voice Brian Barnhart joins Patrick to preview the Illini season opener against Western Illinois and talk about the most anticipated Illini football season in more than 30 years.
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WMAY is the home of Rochester Rockets and Glenwood Titans football all season long. Patrick is joined to preview the season with Rochester radio voice Chris McCloud and Glenwood radio voice Ryan Fantozzi.
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Jeremy Gorner of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to talk about Governor Pritzker's response to threats from the President to send troops into Chicago and what more ICE agents deployed to Chicago could mean.
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Former Illinois GOP Chairman Pat Brady joins the show to discuss the potential for National Guard troops to be deployed to Chicago, Darren Bailey's potential entry into the governor's race, and if Don Tracy can make the Senate race competitive.
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Illinois Times reporter Dean Olsen joins Patrick to talk about the latest legal wranglings over the Wyndham property in downtown Springfield and how the FBI has gotten involved.
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Patrick is joined by National Review and Washington Post writer Ramesh Ponnuru on the fight over National Guard troops in cities like Chicago and whether Democrats are moving too far left.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to talk about Governor Pritzker's response to President Trump's suggestion he'll send troops into Chicago.
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Collin Corbett, a Republican strategist and host of the "Smoke Filled Room" podcast, joined Patrick to discuss the potential entry of Darren Bailey into the race for Governor and what it means for the GOP.
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Former Congressman and former Adjutant General of the Illinois National Guard, Bill Enyart, joins Patrick to discuss if President Trump can legally deploy troops to Chicago.
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Peter Hancock of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss a controversial move to change the proficiency standards for students in Illinois schools.
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Sangamon County Democratic Party Chairman and Democratic National Committeeman Bill Houlihan joins Patrick to talk about Sen. Doris Turner's race, the U.S. Senate primary, and Democratic gerrymandering.
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Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins Patrick to discuss the potential Doris Turner/Frank Lesko race and new polling in the U.S. Senate primary.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss a potential $10 million fine against Senate President Don Harmon, Darren Bailey's potential entry into the Governor's race, and the new Fair Maps effort.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss Darren Bailey's interest in the Governor's race, the state of the Illinois GOP, and where moderates fit in today's political parties
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick joins Patrick to discuss former Sen. Darren Bailey's potential entry into the 2026 gubernatorial race and what it means for the GOP next year.
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Former Congressman John Shimkus joined Patrick to discuss the ongoing negotiations in the Ukraine/Russia war and the high energy prices currently impacting Illinoisans.
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Former Congressman and former Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood joins Patrick to discuss a new effort to get a measure on the ballot next year that changes the way legislative districts are redrawn.
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Former Congressman and former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Bill Enyart joins Patrick to talk about Friday's Trump/Putin meeting and Monday's Trump/Ukraine meeting.
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Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark joins Patrick to talk about attendance, concerts, and this weekend's projected heat at the Illinois State Fair.
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Illinois Beef Association Executive Vice President Josh St. Peters stops by to talk with Patrick about Illinois beef farmers, the price of beef at the grocery store, tariffs, and the state of rural Illinois.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Jeremy Gorner stops by the Fair to talk with Patrick about the two political days, the state of the GOP, and if there will be a special session of the General Assembly before October.
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Cook County GOP Chairman and potential gubernatorial candidate Aaron Del Mar joins Patrick on Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair.
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U.S. Senate candidate Don Tracy of Springfield, a former Chair of the Illinois Republican Party, explains why he jumped into the race to replace outgoing Sen. Dick Durbin.
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DuPage County Sheriff and GOP gubernatorial candidate Jim Mendrick joins Patrick at the State Fair to discuss his campaign for the state's top office.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joins Patrick to kick off Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair to talk about GOP enthusiasm and issues that should help Republicans make gains in 2026.
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Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan joins Patrick at the Illinois State Fair to discuss bumper crops, beef prices, and the state of rural Illinois.
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Longtime Democratic operative Steve Brown and Lee Enterprises political reporter Brenden Moore join Patrick for a Governor's Day discussion at the Illinois State Fair.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson stops by the Illinois State Fair to talk with Patrick about Governor's Day and the mess facing the Illinois GOP.
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Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, who is also running for U.S. Senate, stops by for a conversation with Patrick on Governor's Day at the Illinois State Fair.
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Lake County Treasurer and Democratic candidate for State Comptroller, Holly Kim, joins Patrick on Governor's Day at the Illinois State Fair.
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Sangamon County Sheriff Paula Crouch joins Patrick to talk about a new law signed by Governor Pritzker to increase background check requirements for new deputies and how the Sonya Massey incident has impacted staffing in the department.
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State Treasurer Mike Frerichs joins Patrick to discuss if Frerichs was serious about running for U.S. Senate, why Democrats are struggling to connect to rural voters, and why more kids should be enrolled in the state's 529 program
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Longtime State Journal-Register reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joins Patrick to discuss the history of State Fair political days and the state of today's Illinois GOP.
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Former Congressman and former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Bill Enyart joins Patrick to discuss President Trump's efforts to federalize DC Police, the Israel/Gaza war, and the Trump/Putin summit later this week.
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House Republican Leader Tony McCombie (R-Savana) joins Patrick to discuss the redistricting controversy, DCFS, and the struggles facing the Illinois GOP
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WAND-TV political reporter Mike Miletich joins Patrick to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's role in the Texas redistricting drama and how the two parties will approach State Fair political days next week.
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Former White House spokesman and CNN contributor Pete Seat joins Patrick to argue about redistricting and discuss the Epstein files and firing of the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Former State Representative turned pollster Mark Batinick joins us to discuss new polling showing Governor JB Pritzker's approval rating is upside down and if there's room for Republicans to take advantage.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's thinking as he doubles down on the Texas gerrymandering debate and what to expect from State Fair political days
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Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's defense of the state's gerrymandered maps and they look forward to political days at the State Fair next week.
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Patrick debates gerrymandering with Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine. They also address the Epstein scandal and the issues that will help Democrats in 2026.
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-Matteson), a candidate for U.S. Senate in 2026, joins Patrick to discuss her campaign, gun rights, and Democratic gerrymandering.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the Texas Democrats who fled to Illinois, statewide Democratic primaries, and the plight of the Illinois GOP.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady discusses the GOP's problem recruiting candidates to run for statewide offices in 2026 and how the party can become relevant again in the state.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the Texas legislators who fled to Illinois, Governor Pritzker's redistricting hypocrisy, and the dearth of Republican candidates statewide next year.
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Senate Republican Leader John Curran (R-Downers Grove) joins Patrick to call out Governor JB Pritzker's hypocrisy over gerrymandering as Texas Democrats flee to Illinois to stop votes on partisan gerrymandering.
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Patrick chats with State Senator Steve McClure
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Patrick chats with former State Representative Mark Batinick.
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Patrick chats with the State Fair's Rebecca Clark about the upcoming State Fair
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Beth Hundsdorfer joins Patrick to discuss her reporting on failures at DCFS and what lawmakers may do to reform the agency.
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Rep. Steve Reick (R-Woodstock) joins Patrick to discuss DCFS failures in the death of Mackenzi Felmlee and what should be done to reform the agency.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss a new effort to change the way Illinois draws legislative maps and the dearth of GOP candidates for statewide office in 2026
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Noah Rothman of the National Review joins Patrick to discuss the situation in Gaza, what it means for Israeli support inside the U.S., and the Epstein scandal.
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LaDonna Wilson, Director of Shrek: The Musical opening this weekend at The Muni, joins Patrick to talk about bringing the show to life and preparing for an outdoor show in the recent heat.
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Patrick is joined by columnist and podcast host Matt Lewis to discuss the Epstein scandal and what it means for the Trump administration, the future of MAGA, and if Democrats have a message heading into 2026.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss failures at DCFS, gun legislation, and if any serious Republicans are planning to jump into statewide races.
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Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins Patrick as Governor Pritzker wades back into the redistricting debate, statewide races, and the mood of the Illinois GOP.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss failures at DCFS, the future of downtown Springfield, and why the GOP is becoming irrelevant in Illinois.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Hannah Meisel joins Patrick to discuss the sentencing of former legislator and lobbyist Michael McClain in the "ComEd Four" case and if Michael Madigan will ever actually see prison time.
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Chicago Sun-TImes sports columnist Steve Greenberg checks in from the Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas to tell Patrick whether the Illini are contenders for the College Football Playoff. They also discuss Wrigley Field hosting the 2027 MLB All Star Game and if the Cubs are contenders or pretenders.
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State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joins Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's redistricting comments and why politicians aren't serious about reforming DCFS.
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Beth Hundsdorfer of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss repeated failures by DCFS and why politicians aren't doing anything to reform the troubled agency.
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Illinois Republican Central Committee member and Cook County GOP Chairman Aaron Del Mar, who is considering a run for governor in 2026, joined Patrick to talk about the state of the GOP in Illinois and why he thinks he could beat JB Pritzker head-to-head
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joins Patrick to discuss the sentencing of the ComEd Four and what happens next as former Speaker Michael Madigan aims to stay out of prison.
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Larry Hunter, the Interim Executive Director of WSIU-TV, which operates the former WSEC-TV in Springfield, joined Patrick to discuss federal cuts to public broadcasting and what it means to local programming.
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WCIA TV Meteorologist Kevin Lighty joins Patrick to discuss dangerously hot and humid weather expected around central Illinois this week.
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Former Illinois Congressman Joe Walsh joins Patrick to discuss the MAGA break over Jeffery Epstein, the Colbert firing, and if Republican politicians really believe what they're saying.
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State Comptroller Susana Mendoza, who announced this week she won't seek another term next year, joins Patrick to discuss why she chose to step away and if she's running for Chicago Mayor in 2027.
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Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Mike Murphy joins Patrick to discuss business struggles downtown, the tourist economy, and an event next month with the Chicago Federal Reserve President.
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Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins Patrick to discuss the political futures of State Comptroller Susana Mendoza and Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias. They also talk about GOP chances in legislative seats in 2026
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss State Comptroller Susana Mendoza's decision not to seek re-election, Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias' plans, and the woeful condition of the Illinois GOP.
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Kyle Porter, who writes the golf newsletter Normal Sport, joins Patrick to preview this weekend's Open Championship.
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Former State Senator and Regional Transportation Authority Chairman Kirk Dillard joined Patrick to discuss the funding cliff for Chicago area mass transit agencies and the efforts to raise taxes statewide to fill the hole.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Ben Szalinski joined Patrick to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's continued efforts to position him as a foil to President Trump.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins us to discuss political rhetoric and how Republicans turn their electoral problems around.
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Andrew Egger from The Bulwark joins Patrick to discuss the controversy in MAGA land over the Epstein files and if it will have any real political impact.
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Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Sameer Vohra joins Patrick to discuss measles outbreaks in southern Illinois and across the country and why routine vaccinations have become so controversial.
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Tiffany Mathis Posey, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Central Illinois, joins Patrick to discuss the impacts of potential losses in $3 million of state and federal funding and what it means for kids in the Springfield area.
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Former Congresswoman Cheri Bustos, a Springfield native, joins Patrick to discuss a new report on how Democrats can better appeal to rural communities and how they overcome perceptions of the party among rural voters.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Olivia Olander joins Patrick to discuss failures in meeting the state's clean energy goals and if the Climate Equity & Jobs Act (CEJA) is working for ratepayers.
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GOP strategist Collin Corbett joined Patrick for a discussion on why Republicans are struggling to find top tier candidates for statewide races in 2026.
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Former State Representative and pollster Mark Batinick joins PM Springfield to talk about why Republicans are struggling to gain traction statewide.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joins to discuss a near-record campaign finance fine against Senate President Don Harmon and if Illinois will ever get serious about campaign finance and ethics laws.
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U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth joins Patrick to discuss the impacts of the Republican tax and spending bill and immigration policy.
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Jamie Toole of the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes joins PM Springfield to talk about the Prospect League All Star Game and issues between the club and the Springfield Park District.
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Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins Patrick to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's soft launch of a presidential campaign, if Darin LaHood is serious about running statewide, and if the GOP is in any position to compete in 2026.
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Former White House spokesman and CNN contributor Pete Seat joins Patrick to talk about the "Big Beautiful Bill" and the political fallout for 2026.
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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) joins Patrick after the "Big Beautiful Bill Act" vote to discuss tax cuts, the deficit, and cuts to Medicaid.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner discusses Governor Pritzker's decision on a running mate, if the 2026 election will be competitive, and the status of transit negotiations.
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POLITICO congressional reporter Mia McCarthy joins Patrick to talk about the negotiations on the "Big Beautiful Bill" and how Republicans can still get it to Donald Trump's desk by July 4.
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Former State Representative Mike Zalewski weighs in on Governor JB Pritzker's new running mate, former Deputy Governor Christian Mitchell. He also weighs in on if Democrats are too confident in Pritzker's chances in 2026.
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Capitol Hill reporter Eric Garcia, who writes for the UK's "The Independent" joins Patrick to talk about Senate passage of the "Big Beautiful Bill" and how Republicans got the bill through the chamber after a set of overnight votes.
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Former RNC National Committeeman Richard Porter, a possible candidate for U.S. Senate in 2026, defends the GOP's "BIg Beautiful Bill,' JB Pritzker's run for a third term, and his political plans.
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Kevin O'Dea, Market Manager of Woodward Community Media, joins Patrick to discuss programming changes to WMAY beginning July 1.
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Chicago Sun-Times Political Reporter Mitchell Armentrout joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about JB Pritzker's run for a third term and whether any progress is being made in reaching an agreement on transit reform.
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State Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield) reacts to Governor JB Pritzker's announcement that he'll seek a third term and criticizes the Governor for legislation McClure claims doesn't do enough to fix the state's Prisoner Review Board.
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Rick Pearson of the Chicago Tribune joined Springfield's Morning News to react to Governor JB Pritzker's announcement Thursday that he'll seek a third term in 2026.
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Steve Bridge, who brings his Agribusiness show to WMAY beginning July 1, joins Patrick to talk about agriculture in Illinois, the intersection of agriculture and government, and what to expect from his new show.
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Washington Monthly Politics Editor Bill Scher joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss what the New York Mayor's race means for Democrats nationwide and how the Big Beautiful Bill and ICE raids will impact 2026.
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Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to preview Governor JB Pritzker's announcement that he's seeking a third term.
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Lee Enterprises reporter Brenden Moore joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's run for re-election, who his running mate may be, and if Republicans can put up a serious challenge.
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Former State Journal-Register reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joined Patrick to discuss the recent history of Illinois governors deciding whether or not to seek a third term.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick, who now does political polling, talks about Governor JB Pritzker's poll numbers, whether his support is as strong as many Democrats believe, and if Republicans can make the Governor's race competitive next year.
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Memorial Health Championship Tournament Director Kate Peters joined Springfield's Morning News to preview this weekend's Korn Ferry Tour event at Panther Creek Country Club.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Don Tracy joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's run for re-election and whether Republicans can compete with him in 2026.
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Sangamon County Democratic Chair Bill Houlihan, who is also a member of the Democratic Party of Illinois State Central Committee, joins Patrick to discuss the news that Gov. J.B. Pritzker will seek a third term.
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Former Congressman and former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Bill Enyart joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss this weekend's airstrikes on Iran and what happens next in the conflict.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss the struggles facing Illinois' regional universities.
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Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the spring legislative session, transit reform, and if unions have become out of step with their membership.
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Illinois Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Lou Sandoval joined Patrick to discuss the results of the spring legislative session, new taxes on business, and transit funding.
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Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the new state budget, her run for U.S. Senate, and the Israel/Iran crisis.
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Kevin Kulavic, who directs The Hunchback of Notre Dame, debuting this weekend at The Muni, joins Patrick to preview the show and talk about why it is special to him.
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Longtime Washington journalist Chris Cillizza joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about journalistic ethics, why the media has lost trust of the public, and how we should react to the increase in political violence in our society.
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Noah Rothman of the National Review joins Patrick to discuss the conflict between Israel and Iran and political violence in America.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the new state budget, if lawmakers will come back this summer, and where transit reform stands.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the Madigan verdict, if there's a need for ethics reform, and if Republicans stand a chance statewide in 2026.
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Conservative activist Reed Galen, who writes The Home Front substack, discusses political violence, the No Kings rallies, and why people feel disgruntled by politics today.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Governor JB Pritzker signing the state budget, their defense of spending increases, and what happens if major cuts to Medicaid happen.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Hannah Meisel joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss former House Speaker Michael Madigan's sentencing on federal corruption charges.
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Derek Parris of Channel1450.com discussed Glenwood softball's state title victory this weekend and the upcoming Channel 1450 Awards event.
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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Schaumburg), who is also a candidate for U.S. Senate, joined Patrick to discuss Friday's cartoonish immigration hearing and how congress accomplishes real comprehensive immigration reform.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Rick Pearson joins us from Washington after Governor Pritzker appeared before a congressional committee on Illinois' immigration policies and how the hearing exposed many of the problems in Washington today.
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Chicago Sun-Times courts reporter Jon Seidel joined Springfield's Morning News to preview former House Speaker Michael Madigan's sentencing hearing Friday.
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Former Congressman Joe Walsh discusses Donald Trump's response to protests in Los Angeles and why he decided to become a Democrat.
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Lee Enterprises Statehouse reporter Brenden Moore joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the new state budget, tax hikes that impact young men, and pension reform.
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Andy Johnson of TheFriedEgg.com joins Patrick from Oakmont Country Club, site of the 125th U.S. Open tournament.
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Illinois FFA Executive Director Mindy Bunselmeyer joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss their annual convention bringing more than 7,000 people to Springfield and the challenges keeping the convention in Springfield moving forward.
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State Journal-Register sports reporter Ryan Mahan joins Patrick to discuss Sacred Heart-Griffin baseball's walk-off state championship victory this weekend and local teams that made a run in the state baseball and softball playoffs.
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick, a pension policy adviser for the Illinois Policy Institute, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the new state budget, spending increases, and changes to Tier 2 pensions.
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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) discusses the "big, beautiful bill), tax cuts, deficits, Medicaid, and the Musk/Trump fallout.
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Dean Olsen of the Illinois Times discusses a proposal to expand the BOS Center and build a new hotel downtown and what's next for the Wyndham property.
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WFMB host Sam Madonia joins Patrick to discuss programming changes coming to WMAY on July 1.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the end of the legislative session and whether Governor JB Pritzker will seek a third term.
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Senate Republican Leader John Curran (R-Downers Grove) joined Patrick to discuss state spending, tax increases, and how Republicans can become more relevant at the Capitol.
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State Comptroller Susana Mendoza joined Springfield's Morning News to react to the state budget, reducing contributions to the state's rainy day fund, and her political future.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitch Armentrout joined Patrick to discuss the end of the legislative session, including the new state budget, mass transit reform, and the latest with the Chicago Bears.
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Former Congressman and former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Bill Enyart joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the latest in the war in Ukraine, why Marco Rubio may be the worst, and why voters think Democrats are "weak."
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Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago), who helped craft the state budget, discusses spending, cuts, and tax increases, failure of a transit bill, and what happens next with the Chicago Bears.
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Sen. Doris Turner (D-Springfield) says she's optimistic Democrats will pass a balanced budget before adjourning this week.
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Former Rep. Tom Demmer joins Patrick to explain why Democrats are having such a hard time agreeing to a budget.
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Dan Petrella from the Chicago Tribune joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss a new wrinkle in legislation for a Bears stadium And the status of budget negotiations.
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Nathan Moss and Nate King, stars of "Something Rotten" debuting at the Muni this Friday joined Springfield's Morning News to preview the show.
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Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet), the top Senate Republican budget negotiator, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss why Democrats appear stuck on a budget and why he thinks state spending is out of control.
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Sen. Sally Turner (R-Beason) discusses the state budget, spending, and how Republicans should approach pension reform.
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Rep. Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss negotiations of a new state budget and making changes to public employee pensions.
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Jeremy Gorner of the Chicago Tribune joined Patrick to discuss difficult budget negotiations, pension fixes, and legislation to help the Bears move to the suburbs.
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Statehouse reporter Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss budget negotiations and the latest developments in the race for U.S. Senate.
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Illinois Times writer Scott Reeder joins Springfield's Morning News to talk about double talk from congressional Republicans on the deficit, who wins the U.S. Senate race in Illinois, and a bill to mandate deeper background checks for police officers.
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Rep. Bill Hauter (R-Morton) joined Patrick to give his perspective on state budget negotiations and changes to Medicaid.
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Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss negotiations over a state budget and what to expect before lawmakers adjourn next week.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Don Tracy discusses how Republicans can be competitive in the state while Donald Trump drags them down and how the GOP stops fighting with itself.
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WCIA 3 Statehouse reporter Cole Henke joined Patrick to discuss how state budget negotiations are progressing and what may show up in a big energy package at the Statehouse.
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House Republican Leader Tony McCombie (R-Savanna) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the final two weeks of the legislative session and how Republicans can start to dig out of the super minority.
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Architect of the Capitol Andrea Aggertt joined Springfield's Morning News ahead of her conversation at the Citizens Club of Springfield to discuss renovations at the Capitol, a replacement to the Stratton Building, and how the state defends $350 million of work at the Capitol.
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Former Congressman John Shimkus joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the war in Ukraine, the Qatari jet "gift," and the House Republican challenges passing a budget bill.
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GOP political consultant Collin Corbett joins Patrick to talk about what went wrong for Illinois Republicans and how they can become relevant again in the state.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois breaks down what is, or isn't, happening with top issues heading into the final two weeks of the legislative session.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick, a pension policy advisor for the Illinois Policy Institute, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the state budget, pension reform, and why Republicans are in bad shape for 2026.
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WAND-TV Statehouse reporter Mike Militech joined Patrick to explain why House Speaker Chris Welch kicked one of his top fiscal experts out of the caucus and who may be picking up the tab for Chicago-area mass transit.
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Jeremy Gorner of the Chicago Tribune joined Patrick to discuss the budget mess facing lawmakers and the "excommunication" of Democratic Rep. Fred Crespo (D-Hoffman Estates).
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Author Mark Reinhart, the subject of an upcoming event at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the long history of film and television portrayal of Lincoln.
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Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins us to discuss the budget battle in Springfield, internal Democratic turmoil, and his reflections on his friend, Emma Shafer, being used as a political prop by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
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Kyle Porter of normalsport.comNormal Sport | More than just golf.Start enjoying fresh, meaningful golf news written with humor and heart, delivered 3x/week. Read by over 17,000 golf sickos.normalsport.comjoined Patrick to reflect on The Master's tournament and to preview this weekend's PGA Championship.
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Former White House spokesman and GOP operative Pete Seat joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the first 100 days of the Trump administration, the Qatar airplane controversy, and the future of the GOP.
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Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune weighs in on the growing U.S. Senate primary and who may emerge as the favorite in the Democratic primary.
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Sen. Doris Turner (D-Springfield) was on Springfield's Morning News discussing the end of session, a new state budget, and why state spending is growing so quickly.
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Semafor reporter Kadia Goba joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the new House Republican budget proposal in Washington and what it means for tax rates and Medicaid recipients.
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Former Congressman and former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Bill Enyart joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the effort by the Qatari royal family to donate a jet to Donald Trump, trade, and what downstate Democrats want out of a U.S. Senator.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joined Patrick to discuss energy prices and regulation, the end of the legislative session, and his fill-in work on the Chicago White Sox beat.
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Diocese of Springfield Bishop Thomas Paprocki joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to discuss the selection of Pope Leo XIV and what it means for the future of the church.
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Illinois Times reporter Scott Reeder joined Patrick to discuss fallout from Kristi Noem's visit to Springfield and pushback for invoking the murder of Springfield activist Emma Shafer.
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Washington Monthly magazine Political Editor Bill Scher joins Patrick to talk about internal conflicts between Democratic primary voters and how it could impact the Senate race in Illinois or the 2028 presidential race.
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Former State Journal-Register reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg talks about Governor Jim Edgar's first public comments since his cancer diagnosis and his reactions to Kristi Noem's Springfield comments.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner discusses Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's Springfield folly and where big issues stand at the Capitol.
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Lee Enterprises reporter Brenden Moore joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's Springfield visit and the growing U.S. Senate field.
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Former State Representative Mike Zalewski joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the difficulty for Democrats to settle on a state budget and the growing field to replace Dick Durbin in the Senate.
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NBC Chicago Reporter Mary Ann Ahern checks in from Rome where she is covering the Papal conclave.
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Former Illinois GOP Chair Pat Brady joined Springfield's Morning News to handicap the U.S. Senate race and weighs in on whether Republicans can compete statewide in 2026.
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Brad Cole, the CEO of the Illinois Municipal League and former Deputy Chief of Staff to former Gov. George Ryan shared thoughts and memories of working with and remaining close to Ryan after the former Governor passed away Friday at 91.
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Rick Pearson of the Chicago Tribune joined Patrick to discuss George Ryan's career in public office, Governor JB Pritzker's bomb throwing, and if Pritzker's team is trying to clear the field for Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton's senate run.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times, who covered George Ryan as Governor, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Ryan's time in office and his memories of covering the former Governor.
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Rep. Bill Hauter (R-Morton), who represents parts of Sangamon County, talked about the state's budget mess, how Republicans can have a role in the process, and what happens if there are large Medicaid cuts in Illinois.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to talk about the state budget, new taxes, and if there will be a deal on mass transit reform.
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Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) joins Patrick to discuss transit funding, state budget negotiations, and ethics reform.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Ben Szalinski joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's budget asks, transit funding, and the lack of policy depth from Lt. Governor Juiiana Stratton's senate campaign.
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Former State Representative and state budget expert Tom Demmer joined Patrick this morning to talk about the challenge of passing a new state budget and the effort by liberal groups to raise taxes by $6 billion.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's Springfield visit and his beef with Governor Pritzker.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long joins Patrick to discuss ethics reform, the bribery trial of Sen. Emil Jones III (D-Chicago) and the reason the federal government is no longer seeking a $3 million forfeiture from former House Speaker Michael Madigan.
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WCIA-TV reporter Cole Henke joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss Monday's fatal crash in Chatham that killed four children under the age of 18.
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Former State Representative turned pollster Mark Batinick discusses the politics of the U.S. Senate primary to replace Dick Durbin and if Republicans can compete for the seat.
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Rep. Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville) joined Patrick to discuss the future of family farms, pensions, and transit funding in the final weeks of the legislative session.
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Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Sen. Dick Durbin's decision not to seek re-election and the brewing battle to replace him in the Senate.
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Jon Seidel, criminal courts reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times, joins Patrick to discuss the mistrial in the corruption case of Sen. Emil Jones III (D-Chicago)
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the state budget, pensions, and improving the business climate in the state.
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Sangamon County Democratic Chairman Bill Houlihan, the former State Director for Senator Dick Durbin, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Durbin's decision to retire from the Senate.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss Dick Durbin's decision to retire from the Senate and the potential candidates to replace him.
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Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) discusses the final six weeks of the legislative session and how Republicans can make a difference even in the superminority.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Ben Szalinski joined Patrick to talk about Governor Pritzker's doubling down on progressive issues and how that plays into potential campaigns in 2026 and 2028.
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Autistic reporter and author Eric Garcia joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s attacks on the autistic community and vaccine conspiracies.
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Chicago Tribune Statehouse reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss the stretch run of the spring legislative session and if Governor Pritzker has already made up his mind about running for re-election.
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Dan Petrella from the Chicago Tribune joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss efforts to limit the power of "Pharmacy Benefit Managers" and the frenzy around Sen. Dick Durbin's future.
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Semafor reporter Kadia Goba joined Patrick to discuss why more Republicans in Congress aren't breaking with Donald Trump on tariffs and about Mike Johnson's standing as Speaker of the House.
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Richard Porter, Former RNC National Committeeman for Illinois and a potential candidate for governor in 2026, joined Springfield's Morning News to defend Donald Trump's tariff policies, deportations without due process, and if a Trump supporting Republican can win a race statewide in Illinois.
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Washington Monthly Politics Editor Bill Scher joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss deportations without due process and if AOC is the new face of the Democratic Party.
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Springfield Police Chief Ken Scarlette, who is retiring next month, reflects on 27 years with the department, and how controversies have changed policing in Springfield.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Rick Pearson joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Joe Biden's Illinois appearance nobody asked for, Governor Pritzker's date with Congress, and ethics reform in the legislature.
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Former State Representative Dan Caulkins joins Patrick to discuss the problems facing the Illinois GOP and why he thinks the party needs more conservative candidates.
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Former Illinois GOP Chairman Pat Brady talks about what kind of candidates Republicans need to recruit to have a chance to win in 2026.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick talks about GOP struggles in the suburbs and how that impacts the party's chances in 2026 and 2028.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joined Patrick to discuss why the legislature took so long to pass any bills and how the homeschool issue became the most talked about bill of the spring.
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Longtime Washington journalist Chris Cillizza joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss why he thinks Governor Pritzker is a top Democratic contender for the White House and how bad the tariffs have been politically for President Trump.
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Illinois Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Lou Sandoval joined Patrick to discuss President Trump's tariff policies and Illinois' ongoing business climate struggles.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Patrick to discuss controversies around Senate President Don Harmon and Governor JB Pritzker's recent budget comments.
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Rep. Terra Costa-Howard (D-Glen Ellyn) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss her controversial bill adding regulations on homeschooling and why she's making changes to the bill in response to criticism from homeschool supporters.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) was ln Springfield's Morning News Wednesday to discuss welcoming NASCAR champion Justin Allgaier to the Capitol, one of his colleagues on trial for bribery, and the need for campaign finance reform in Illinois.
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Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher joined Patrick in studio to discuss the future of the Wyndham Hotel, downtown struggles, and a tourism economy.
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WAND-TV Statehouse reporter Mike Miletich joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the marathon of votes scheduled this week and the controversy over homeschooling legislation.
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Rep. Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) is among a group of House Republicans raising alarms about the Department of Human Services and Department of Children of Family Services. He joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the issues.
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Lee Enterprises statehouse reporter Brenden Moore joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss a week where 500 bills could be called in the House and what Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton is planning for 2026.
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Former Congressman John Shimkus joins Patrick to discuss tariffs, our standing in the world, and the future of the GOP in Illinois.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Beth Hundsdorfer joins Patrick to talk about Scott's Law, the battle over homeschooling regulation, and a federal investigation into the Illinois Department of Human Services.
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Jon Seidel, federal courts reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the corruption trial of Sen. Emil Jones III (D-Chicago).
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Don Tracy joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss GOP struggles in Tuesday's election and how the party moves forward in 2026.
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Illinois Manufacturers' Association President & CEO Mark Denzler joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss President Trump's tariffs and what it means for Illinois business and manufacturing.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joined Springfield's Morning News Thursday to discuss the rough night for Illinois Republicans in Tuesday's election and if they have a path forward.
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Sangamon County Democratic Party Chairman Bill Houlihan, who also sits on the State Democratic Central Committee and the Democratic National Committee, discussed Tuesday's results in Capital Township, with the Springfield School Board, and Democratic wins around the state.
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Republican operative Collin Corbett joined Patrick to discuss the rough night Tuesday for Illinois Republicans and the path forward for the GOP into 2026.
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Former State Representative Dan Brady was elected Mayor of Bloomington Tuesday night, one of the few Republicans to win competitive mayoral races around the state. He joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss how he bucked the trend Tuesday.
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Longtime State Journal-Register reporter and columnist Bernard Schoenburg joined Springfield's Morning News to react to Tuesday's election results and how they could impact Springfield races in 2027.
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Sangamon County Recorder Frank Lesko joined Patrick to discuss the referendum to eliminate the Recorder's office and what happens between now and December 1, 2026.
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Rochester Village President-Elect Stacia Munroe joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss her victory Tuesday and plans for the Sangamon County community.
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Illinois Answers Project Investigative Reporter Peter Nickeas joined Patrick Pfingsten to discuss his new story on the failure of DCFS to report death and injuries to children in the care of the agency.
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Mike Stieren of the Illinois Automobile Dealers Association joined Springfield's Morning News Tuesday to discuss the potential impact of auto tariffs on car dealers and consumers in Illinois.
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Sangamon County Clerk Don Gray joined Springfield's Morning News ahead of Tuesday's consolidated election.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long joins Patrick to discuss the federal government's attempt to get former House Speaker Michael Madigan to forfeit $3 million in assets and how the ComEd Four case may be crumbling.
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Former WMAY host Jim Leach joined Springfield's Morning News Monday morning ahead of the premiere of "Death of a Salesman" at the Hoogland Center for the Arts. Leach stars in the show, which premieres Thursday night.
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Former Republican Rep. Mark Batinick, now a political pollster, discusses the GOP predicament headed into the 2026 cycle and how trans issues are resonating with voters of all stripes.
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Bill Scher, Politics Editor for Washington Monthly, joins Patrick to talk about the fallout of the Signal war plans disclosure, JD Vance, and if Democrats are getting played by Republicans.
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Rep. Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville) joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about township consolidation, the condition of the New Salem State Historic Site, and the state budget.
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Rep. Bill Hauter (R-Morton), a doctor who represents parts of Sangamon and Logan County, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Medicaid, rural hospitals, and health care for illegal immigrants
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Patrick to discuss inaction at the Statehouse and building drama over a state budget.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- The historic Bunn family farm in Springfield has been donated to Refuge Ranch, a Rochester-based nonprofit that utilizes equine therapy and now plans to expand its services.
- Another of the fire-damaged buildings in the 400 block of East Adams Street in downtown Springfield is being demolished, but historic preservation advocates are pleased that the adjacent one will now be saved.
- The Honey Baked Ham Company has set its sights on Springfield.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joined Patrick this morning to discuss Governor Pritzker's rare veto, transit funding, and why nothing seems to be happening at the Statehouse.
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National Review writer Noah Rothman breaks down the war plan texts released by The Atlantic on Wednesday and the potential fallout when he joined Springfield's Morning News.
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Matt Lewis, podcast host and columnist for The Hill & Los Angeles Times, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the controversy over war plans on Signal and if MAGA voters are having any second thoughts.
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Former Congressman and former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Bill Enyart weighs in on the national security concerns raised by using a chat app for war planning.
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Lee Enterprises political reporter Brenden Moore joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss some of Sen. Dick Durbin's recent comments on re-election and who may be lining up to replace Durbin in the Senate.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss immigration legislation, the battle over homeschool regulation, and township consolidation.
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Rick Pearson of the Chicago Tribune joined Patrick to talk about JB Pritzker's political future and if Republicans can muster a serious campaign for governor in 2026.
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Peter Hancock of Capitol News Illinois joined Patrick to discuss some of Governor JB Pritzker's top legislative priorities and the mood in the legislature midway through the spring legislative session.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss two Springfield news stories garnering significant interest and to talk about the future of Sen. Dick Durbin.
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Tim Good, former Superintendent of the Lincoln Home National Historic Site and historian, will speak at next Friday's Citizens Club of Springfield event sponsored, in part, by WMAY. He joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss race relations after the Civil War and their connection to Springfield.
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Illinois Federation of Teachers President Dan Montgomery joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss President Trump's efforts to dismantle the Department of Education, student loans, and student performance in the state.
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Molly Parker, an investigative reporter for Capitol News Illinois, joined Patrick to discuss the background of the new legislative battle at the statehouse over homeschooling.
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Semafor reporter Burgess Everett joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss JD Vance's 2028 moves, trouble for Chuck Schumer, and Dick Durbin's future.
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Chicago Sun-Times Sports Columnist Steve Greenberg joined Springfield's Morning News to preview the NCAA Tournament.
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Former Illinois Republican Party chairman Pat Brady joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss GOP infighting and chances of a Republican winning any statewide races in 2026.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Patrick Pfingsten this morning to talk about legislation on homeschooling, AI, health insurance for illegal immigrants and more.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss mobile gaming regulation and if the legislature will fund a new stadium for the Chicago Bears.
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University of Illinois radio voice Brian Barnhart joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the Illini draw in the NCAA tournament and their chances for a deep run in March.
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Politico congressional reporter Mia McCarthy joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the potential for a government shutdown and if Sen. Durbin will vote for the Republican continuing resolution.
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Robert Rosenthal of IlliniBoard.com checks in from the Big Ten Tournament in Indianapolis on whether the Illini can make a run in the conference tournament and what their prospects look like for the NCAA tournament.
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Ryan Mahan of the State Journal-Register joins Patrick to talk about Glenwood's appearance in the Final Four Thursday night.
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Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Mike Murphy joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the local business climate, DOGE and state government cuts, and how Springfield can grow.
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DuPage County Sheriff Jim Mendrick, the first Republican to jump into the race for Governor in 2026, joined Springfield's Morning News Thursday to discuss his campaign, public safety, and property taxes.
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Glenwood Boys Basketball Coach Todd Blakeman joined Springfield Morning News ahead of Glenwood's Final Four matchup Thursday night in Champaign.
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Semafor congressional reporter Kadia Goba joined Patrick to discuss the House passage of a government funding bill, if the Senate can pass it, and the chaos reigning in Washington right now.
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Congressman Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss DOGE, cuts to the VA, and tariffs.
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Former Congresswoman Cheri Bustos, a Springfield native, joined the show Monday to discuss how Democrats are responding to a changing media environment and why they can't find a cohesive message against Donald Trump.
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Former Republican National Committeeman for Illinois and potential 2026 candidate for Governor Richard Porter joined Springfield' Morning News to talk about DOGE, Illinois Republicans, and what would get him to run for the state's highest office.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Olivia Olander joined Patrick on Springfield's Morning News to discuss the heat Democratic politicians are receiving from constituents over their response to the Trump administration.
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State Treasurer Mike Frerichs joined Patrick Pfingsten to discuss tariffs, state investments, and why he's bucking osme Democrats to invest in Israel.
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Robert Rosenthal of IlliniBoard.com joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the frustrating Illinois basketball season and if the Illini can make a run in the NCAA tournament.
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Sen. Sally Turner (R-Beason) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the governor's budget dilemma, fentanyl, and redevelopment in Lincoln.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick, now a political consultant and pollster, discusses state spending, the politics of spending on immigrants, and if the GOP is in trouble in Illinois in 2026.
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Capitol News Illinois Statehouse Reporter Ben Szalinski joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the results of the flag redesign vote and a potential big hole in Governor JB Pritzker's proposed budget.
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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss President Trump's address to a joint session of Congress, tariffs, and how Democrats are failing to fight back to Trump 2.0.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson reacts to Donald Trump's speech, the insanity of our politics, and what's next for JB Pritzker.
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Former Congressman John Shimkus joined Patrick Pfingsten to discuss abandoning our allies in Ukraine and the loss of his former Chief of Staff, Craig Roberts.
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Former Congressman Joe Walsh joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss tariffs and what Democrats should do to respond to Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress.
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Lee Enterprises reporter Brenden Moore joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss transit funding, health care for illegal immigrants, and the Governor's new media strategy.
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Gina Gillmore-Wolter of the New Salem Lincoln League joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to talk about efforts to restore Lincoln's New Salem.
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Sen. Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) joined Patrick this morning to discuss efforts to reduce the state's skyrocketing property tax burden.
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Jodi Ogilvy of Hope joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about the organization's Black Tie and Black Jack "A Night of Hope" event on March 8.
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Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark, the speaker at Friday's Citizen's Club program, joined Patrick to discuss improvements to the Fair and how to make it an attraction that meets the future needs of fairgoers.
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Illinois Community College Board Executive Director Brian Durham joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Governor Pritzker's proposal to allow community colleges to award some Bachelor's degrees
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Former GOP operative turned pro-Democracy activist Reed Galen, who writes "The Home Front" Substack joins Patrick to talk about a feckless Congress and if the DOGE efforts to cut government have merit.
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Chicago Tribune Reporter Dan Petrella joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss a new audit of the state's healthcare program for illegal immigrants showing major cost overruns.
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Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) was a guest on Springfield's Morning News to discuss what the closure of Health Alliance insurance means to state employees and the "hocus pocus" in Governor Pritzker's budget proposal.
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State Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago), one of the new state budget negotiators, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss state finances, a tax increase, and whether Republicans should be at the table.
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Golf journalist Kyle Porter of normalsport.com joined Patrick Pfingsten to talk about the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, the TGL, and who the second best golfer in the world is.
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Former State Representative Mike Zalewski joined Patrick on Springfield's Morning News to talk about the state budget process and how difficult of a time Democrats will have getting across the finish line this spring.
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Former State Journal-Register reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joined Springfield's Morning News after news that former Governor Jim Edgar has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joined Springfield Morning News to analyze Governor Pritzker's rhetoric and ambitions and infighting in the GOP
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National Review columnist Noah Rothman joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss DOGE, and the lack of a Democratic response to the Trump administration's actions.
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State Journal-Register Sports reporter Ryan Mahan joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the final night of the high school basketball regular season and preview the state tournament, which begins next week.
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Illinois Times writer Scott Reeder joined Patrick on Springfield's Morning News to walk through the Governor's budget proposal as well as the Madigan conviction and Blagojevich pardon.
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Rep. Bill Hauter (R-Morton), who represents a portion of Sangamon County, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the Governor's rhetoric in his budget address, Medicaid reimbursement, and health care for undocumented immigrants.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's budget proposal.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Patrick Pfingsten on Springfield's Morning News to discuss how Governor JB Pritzker's budget came together and reaction to what he had to say Wednesday.
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Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza joins Springfield's Morning News to react to Governor JB Pritzker's budget proposal.
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Capitol Reporter Brenden Moore joined Springfield's Morning News with insight into Governor JB Pritzker's budget proposal.
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Bill Scher of Washington Monthly checks in on Springfield's Morning News to discuss the national profile of Governor JB Pritzker, the DOGE effect, and the U.S. abandoning Ukraine.
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Rep. Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville) previews the Governor's budget address.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) weighs in on the state budget and what to expect from Gov. Pritzker's budget plan on Wednesday.
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WAND-TV Statehouse reporter Mike Miletich joined Springfield's Morning News to preview Governor JB Pritzker's budget address.
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Chicago Tribune Ray Long joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the rise and fall of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.
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Ben Szalinski, who covers the General Assembly for Capitol News Illinois, joined Patrick on Springfield's Morning News Monday to preview Governor Pritzker's budget address.
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Longtime State Journal-Register reporter and columnist Bernard Schoenburg joined Patrick Pfingsten Friday morning to discuss the Madigan verdict and the Blagojevich pardon.
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Former House Republican Leader Jim Durkin joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to react to the Madigan verdict and explain whether he feels vindicated for his efforts to expose Madigan's alleged corruption in 2020.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the verdict in the Madigan case, reactions to the split decision, and where we go from here.
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Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about President Trump's pardon of disgraced former Governor Rod Blagojevich.
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Sangamon County Democratic Chairman Bill Houlihan, who also sits on the State Democratic Central Committee and the Democratic National Committee, joined Patrick to talk about the Blagojevich pardon, the Democratic approach to Trump 2.0, and his vote for DNC Chairman.
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Former State Representative Mark Batinick joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss drama in the General Assembly, Elon Musk's government takeover, and JB Pritzker's future.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel updated Springfield's Morning News on the jury deliberations in the Madigan corruption trial.
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Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss immigration, the state budget, and if there are any leaders in the Capitol serious about fixing the state's finances.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Peter Hancock joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the Department of Justice filing a lawsuit against the state of Illinois for its "sanctuary" state status.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the flurry of Trump Executive Orders, Elon Musk, and if JB Pritzker will seek re-election.
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University of Illinois Professor Emeritus Ken Koelkebeck joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss skyrocketing egg prices, Avian Influenza, and how long it will take for egg prices to get back to normal.
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National Review and Washington Post writer Ramesh Ponnuru joined Patrick Pfingsten Wednesday to discuss President Trump's comments on Gaza, Elon Musk, and the GOP's failure to stand up to unqualified cabinet nominees.
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Rep. John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) stops by to discuss ICE immigration enforcements and state-paid health care for undocumented immigrants.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Governor Pritzker's plans and the difficult path for Democrats to fill a hole in the state budget.
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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Governor Pritzker's national ambitions and the trouble Democrats may have passing a budget this spring.
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Former Congressman Bill Enyart, also a former Adjutant General of the Illinois National Guard, discusses Elon Musk, Tulsi Gabbard, Pete Hegseth, and more of the current controversies in Washington.
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Semafor reporter Kadia Goba weighs in from Washington on the tough budget job facing congressional Republicans and why nobody is speaking up about Elon Musk.
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Tom LoBianco of 24sight.news joined Springfield's Morning News to compare Elon Musk's takeover of the federal government as a "coup."
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Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan joined Patrick Pfingsten to discuss the Trump tariffs and the potential impact on Illinois farmers.
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Former White House spokesman and Republican operative Pete Seat joined Springfield's Morning News with reactions to the D.C. plane crash,
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Comedian Charlie Berens joined Springfield's Morning News ahead of his show Sunday at the Sangamon Auditorium. He talks about Brandy Old Fashioneds, the Bears and Packers, and Illinoisans invading Lake Geneva every summer.
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Sen. Robert Martwick (D-Chicago) joined Springfield's Morning News for a deep dive into the need and challenges of changing Illinois' "Tier 2" pension system.
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Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) joined Patrick on Springfield's Morning News to explain a lawsuit by House Republicans seeking to throw out Democratic-drawn legislative maps.
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Chicago Sun-Times reporter Mitchell Armentrout joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about the chaos and rhetoric involving the Trump administration's efforts to shut off federal funding to state programs.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long joined Springfield's Morning News to take us inside closing arguments of the Madigan corruption trial.
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Rep. Bill Hauter (R-Morton) joined Patrick on Springfield's Morning News to discuss the state budget, health care spending, and his plan to crack down on insurance companies.
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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to discuss potential immigration enforcement reactions by the federal government and his lawsuit against President Trump's executive order ending birthright citizenship.
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Abdul Hakim-Shabazz, a former WMAY host who now covers politics in Indiana, joined Patrick Pfingsten Friday to talk about efforts from Indiana lawmakers to attempt to annex some Illinois counties.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Hannah Meisel checks in from Chicago with an update on closing arguments in the corruption trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.
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Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joined Springfield's Morning News and discussed Patrick's newborn sleep deprivation, Governor Pritzker's response to the Trump administration, and Planned Parenthood's Illinois struggles.
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Former Congressman John Shimkus joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the new Trump administration and the remaking of the Republican Party.
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Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine checks in to discuss the new administration and how Democrats are responding
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joined Springfield's Morning News to preview closing arguments in the Michael Madigan corruption trial
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Congressman Darin LaHood (R-Peoria) joined Springfield's Morning News Tuesday to react to the Trump inauguration and his pile of executive orders and pardons.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- A chain of central Illinois pawn shops with two Springfield locations functioned as a criminal enterprise fencing stolen goods and buying silver bullion to launder the proceeds, the Illinois attorney general alleges.
- Gabatoni's is reopening its dining room Jan. 22 after being closed for nearly five years.
- PhysioTherapy Professionals is returning to downtown Springfield with a new location at 306 E. Adams St.
- Wahlburgers arrived in Springfield in 2020 when Hy-Vee converted its Market Grille to a location for the Boston-based hamburger chain, but it's now coming full circle.
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24sight.news writer Tom LoBianco joined Springfield's Morning News from Washington to react to President Biden's last-minute pardons and to preview Monday's inauguration.
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Champaign News-Gazette sports writer Bob Asmussen joined Patrick Pfingsten to preview the National Championship game between Ohio State and Notre Dame and they ask whether Illinois will compete for the College Football Playoff in 2025.
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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the inauguration and why she was one of the few Democrats from Illinois who planned to attend.
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Former Republican National Committeeman for Illinois, Richard Porter, discusses the expectations for a new Trump administration.
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Illinois Republican Party Chair Kathy Salvi talked inaugural and Illinois politics on Springfield's Morning News Monday morning.
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Former House Republican Leader Jim Durkin discusses the evidence in the Madigan corruption trial, his thoughts on Madigan taking the stand, and divisions in the GOP at the Capitol.
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Former Illinois congressman Joe Walsh and Patrick Pfingsten vent about the second Trump administration before Monday's swearing in.
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Dorothy Hutchinson-Gross a cast member of the Springfield Theatre Center's production of "You Can't Take it With You" joined Springfield's Morning News to preview the show opening Friday at the Hoogland Center.
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Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza joined Springfield's Morning News Thursday to discuss how Democrats should handle a projected $3 billion budget deficit and whether Democrats in charge should consider tax increases.
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The Hill columnist and podcast host Matt Lewis joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the confirmation hearings of Pete Hegseth and Pam Bondi and what to expect from Trump's inauguration.
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Rep. Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Democratic dysfunction at the Statehouse, filling a $3 billion budget gap, and why there is dissension among Republicans.
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Sangamon County Democratic Chairman, Illinois Democratic Central Committee member, and Democratic National Committee member Bill Houlihan discusses expectations for the Trump administration, how Democrats start talking like normal people again, and expectations for 2026.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Democratic fighting at the statehouse, the Madigan trial, and Republicans taking aim at each other.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Rick Pearson joined Patrick Pfingsten to talk about his conversation with House Speaker Chris Welch, drama among Democrats at the Statehouse, and the Madigan trial.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joined Patrick Pfingsten to explain a major fine for a fixture in Illinois' COVID response and the ongoing battle between Governor JB Pritzker, House Speaker Chris Welch, and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson.
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POLITICO congressional reporter Mia McCarthy joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss spending plans in the Republican congress and how the Senate will address Trump's cabinet nominees.
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Lee Enterprises political reporter Brenden Moore discusses tensions at the statehouse between Governor Pritzker and other Democratic leaders and how it will impact the spring legislative session.
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New Springfield City Clerk Chuck Redpath joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss his controversial appointment and how he plans to run the office.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) reflects on his first two years in office and talks about financial challenges facing the state this spring.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long reacts to former House Speaker Michael Madigan's decision to testify in his federal corruption trial.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times reacts to Michael Madigan's decision to take the stand in his federal corruption trial.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joined us to talk about the shocking decision for former House Speaker Michael Madigan to take the stand in his own corruption trial.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitch Armentrout joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the growing tensions between Gov. JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and a controversial gun bill passed by the General Assembly.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Karina's Bill, election integrity, and state finances.
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Sen. Sally Turner (R-Beason) reacts to news of a possible horse track and casino in her district outside of Decatur and the politics surrounding the lame duck session at the Capitol.
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Capitol News Illinois reporter Ben Szalinski joined Patrick Pfingsten to discuss what's happening at the Capitol in the final week of the lame duck session.
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Chicago Tribune statehouse reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Springfield's Morning News to explain the new battle between Governor JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and what to expect on the final day of the lame duck session at the Capitol.
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Sen. Doris Turner (D-Springfield) was a guest on Springfield's Morning News discussing the lame duck legislative session, the state's financial picture, and whether more state employees should be in the office five days a week.
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Tom LoBianco of 24sight.news joined us Monday morning to discuss how Mike Johnson saved his job as Speaker (for now) and the latest iteration of January 6.
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Washington Monthly magazine Politics Editor Bill Scher joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss what went wrong for Democrats, what to expect from the Trump administration, and how Democrats move forward.
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National Review writer Noah Rothman joined Springfield's Morning News Tuesday to talk about Marco Rubio's likely nomination as Secretary of State, why Trump won, and how Democrats can fix themselves.
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WAND-TV Statehouse reporter Mike Miletich joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about what may or may not happen during the fall veto session at the Capitol.
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Senate Republican Leader John Curran joined Springfield's Morning News Tuesday to preview the fall veto session and how Republicans can be relevant in Springfield.
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Capitol News Illinois Reporter Peter Hancock joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss a federal judge declaring the state's assault weapons ban unconstitutional.
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As the General Assembly returns to Springfield Tuesday for the fall veto session, the Chicago Tribune's Jeremy Gorner joined Springfield's Morning News to preview what may happen.
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In the wake of Tuesday's election results and the beginning of the fall veto session, House Speaker Chris Welch joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about challenges facing the Democratic supermajority.
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Jennifer Jenkins of Marsy's Law Illinois joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about the ten year anniversary of Illinois' Victims Bill of Rights constitutional amendment and how it's working today.
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In our High School Football Hour previewing Round 2 of the High School Football Playoffs, Glenwood Coach David Hay, SH-G Coach David Allison, and Williamsville Coach Aaron Kunz discuss their round one games and preview their games for Saturday. We're also joined by SJ-R sports reporter Bill Welt.
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As we continue to pick up the pieces following Tuesday's election, Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about Donald Trump's Illinois performance and what's next for Governor JB Pritzker.
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Former Illinois Republican National Committeeman Richard Porter celebrates Donald Trump's victory and talks about plans for a second term.
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Former Congresswoman Cheri Bustos, a Springfield native, reflects on Tuesday's election results and how Democrats need to adjust their messaging to reach middle class voters.
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Illinois Times writer Scott Reeder joined Springfield's Morning News Thursday to react to Tuesday's election results.
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Tom LoBianco of 24sight.news joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss Tuesday's shocking presidential election result.
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Daily Line reporter Ben Szalinski joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss legislative race results and what's next for Governor Pritzker.
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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) talks about a "disastrous night for Democrats" and the results reporting problem that gave her a headache Tuesday night.
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Springfield native Molly Beck, a political reporter for the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, joined Springfield's Morning News Tuesday to talk about the presidential race in Wisconsin, one of the closest battleground states.
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Sangamon County Clerk Don Gray joined Springfield's Morning News Tuesday morning to talk about early technical challenges, vote safety and security, and when to expect results Tuesday night.
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Congressman Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) joined Patrick Pfingsten on Springfield's Morning News Tuesday to talk about Election Day, trade policy, and why he's sticking with Donald Trump.
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Patrick Pfingsten and Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises hold their first Election Day prediction contest!
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State Journal-Register Sports Reporter Ryan Mahan joined Springfield's Morning News to break down Round 1 of the state football playoffs and looks ahead to Round 2.
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House GOP Leader Tony McCombie joined Springfield's Morning News Monday to explain why Republicans can cut into the House Democrat majority Tuesday
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13th Congressional district candidates Joshua Loyd and Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to discuss the final days of their campaign.
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In our High School Football Hour previewing Round 1 of the state football playoffs, we're joined by Glenwood Coach David Hay, SHG Coach John Allison, Rochester Coach Derek Leonard, Williamsville Coach Aaron Kunz, and New Berlin Coach James Dambacher.
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Former Illini All American and Big Ten Network commentator J Leman joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to preview the Illini game Saturday with Minnesota.
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State Schools Superintendent Dr. Tony Sanders joined Springfield's Morning News Thursday to discuss the new state school report card and the state of education in Illinois.
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The two candidates in the 96th House District race, Rep. Sue Scherer (D-Decatur) and her Republican opponent, Lisa Smith, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss cost of living, property taxes, spending, and more.
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Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) and his Democratic opponent, Kristen Chiaro, join Springfield's Morning News to talk about their campaigns for the 95th House District
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Rick Pearson joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about the Madigan trial, fake stories of election tampering, and why Republicans can't raise money.
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McKay Coppins of The Atlantic joined Springfield's Morning News. He covered the Kamala Harris rally in Washington Tuesday night and joins us to discuss her closing message.
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24sight.news reporter Tom LoBianco joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the DOJ crackdown on Elon Musk's vote buying scheme and the new Trump problem in Pennsylvania.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about the state's only competitive congressional race. He also responds to Patrick's complaints about Democratic gerrymandering in the state.
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Bulwark columnist A.B. Stoddard joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about the Trump rally at Madison Square Garden and her anxiety over next week's election.
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State Journal-Register sports reporter Ryan Mahan joined Springfield's Morning News Monday to talk about the hazing controversy in Rochester and to break down playoff pairings for six Sangamon County teams beginning this weekend.
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Sangamon County Recorder Josh Langfelder discusses his campaign for re-election. (Republican candidate Frank Lesko was scheduled to join us Monday but claimed to have the flu.)
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In this week's High School Football Hour, we speak with Glenwood Coach David Hay, Springfield HS Coach Jon Hebb, Sacred Heart-Griffin Coach John Allison, and Williamsville Coach Aaron Kunz. We also discuss allegations of hazing in the Rochester football program.
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Champaign News-Gazette sports columnist Bob Asmussen joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to discuss Saturday's Illini football game at top ranked Oregon.
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POLITICO reporter Charles Mathesian joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to discuss the final days of the presidential race and the nail biting race in Pennsylvania.
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Political reporter and analyst Chris Cillizza, who writes the "So What?" Substack, joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about the presidential race and the search for undecided voters.
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Matt Lewis, a columnist for The Hill and podcast host, joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about anti-Trump voters living in heavily red or blue states and the alternate reality the campaign seems to be taking place in.
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Ryan McCrady and Abby Powell of the Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance discuss the Downtown Springfield and Mid Illinois Medical District Master Plan that will be the subject of Friday's Citizen's Club of Springfield meeting.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joined Springfield's Morning News Thursday to weigh in on the presidential election, Illinois congressional races, and why Illinois Republicans can't raise money.
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Ben Szalinski from The Daily Line joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about the Madigan corruption trial and state legislative races on the ballot in November.
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Semafor political reporter Kadia Goba joined Patrick Pfingsten on Springfield's Morning News to break down the last two weeks of the presidential race and Kamala Harris' Nikki Haley voter outreach and to discuss the race for control of congress.
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Illinois Republican Party Co-Chair Aaron Del Mar joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss how Illinois Republicans feel with two weeks to go until Election Day.
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Sangamon County Democratic Party Chair Bill Houlihan, who sits on the Democratic State Central Committee, joined Springfield's Morning News Tuesday to talk about the final two weeks of the election season.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joined Springfield's Morning News to break down opening statements Monday in the corruption trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.
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Angie Sowle and Lou Bart of the Springfield YMCA joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the 150 year anniversary, the upcoming November gala at the Crown Plaza, and more!
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Dr. Jerry Kruse of SIU School of Medicine and Sangamon County's Massey Commission joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the killing of Sonya Massey, the commission's work, and more!
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In this week's High School Football Hour, we're joined by Glenwood Head Coach David Hay, Springfield HS Head Coach Jon Hebb, Sacred Heart-Griffin Head Coach David Allison, Rochester's Coach Derek Leonard, and Ryan Mahan from the State Journal-Register.
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Tom LoBianco of 24sight.news joined Springfield's Morning News to discusses the state of play in the presidential race and why the Harris campaign has stagnated.
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University of Illinois Head Football Coach Bret Bielema joined Springfield's Morning News to preview Saturday's game with Michigan and the 100th anniversary game at Memorial Stadium
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Chicago Tribune reporter Olivia Olander joines Springfield's Morning News to discuss three advisory referenda that appear on the top of the ballot statewide in November and what they mean.
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National Review writer Noah Rothman joines Springfield's Morning News to discuss Kamala Harris' combative FOX News interview and why Donald Trump may blow an election he should win.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the proposed closure of the Logan Correctional Center in Lincoln, it's impact on the community, and the challenges Republicans face in the November election.
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Semafor congressional reporter Burgess Everett joined Springfield's Morning News Tuesday to discuss disaster relief funding, the House and Senate maps, and what the next January 6 looks like.
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Former Illinois Congressman Joe Walsh, a prominent anti-Trump Republican, joined Springfield's Morning News Tuesday to talk about the state of the presidential race.
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Former Illinois RNC National Committeeman Richard Porter joined Springfield's Morning News to defend Donald Trump's economic record and talk about the presidential race.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joined Springfield's Morning News Monday to discuss jury selection and strategy in former House Speaker Michael Madigan's corruption trial.
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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joined Springfield's Morning News Monday to discuss the GOP campaign outlook, DCFS, cost of living, and property taxes.
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Butch Elzea of the Springfield First Citizen Board of Directors discusses efforts to reinvigorate the First Citizen program ahead of this week's nomination deadline.
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In this week's High School Football Hour, we're joined by Glenwood Head Coach David Hay, Springfield HS Head Coach Jon Hebb, Sacred Heart-Griffin Head Coach John Allison, New Berlin Head Coach James Dambacher, Williamsville Head Coach Aaron Kunz, and Bill Welt from the State Journal-Register.
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Retired State Journal-Register columnist Bernard Schoenburg joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to discuss the path to a federal designation for the site of the 1908 Springfield Race Riots, the rough start for the Massey Commission, the Madigan trial, and local elections.
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NBC Sports College Football Insider Nicole Auerbach joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to preview Saturday's Illinois/Purdue game and to talk Big Ten Football.
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Sangamon County Clerk Don Gray joined Springfield's Morning News Wednesday to discuss election security, mail-in ballots, and early voting.
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Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn joined Springfield's Morning News Wednesday to talk about an advisory referendum on the November ballot to raise taxes on millionaires and how he wants the idea put in the constitution, and the money to be used for direct property tax relief.
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Bill Scher, political writer for Washington Monthly, discusses Kamala Harris' 60 MInutes interview, debates her media strategy, and talks about the state of the race with four weeks to go before November 5.
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Former House Republican Leader Jim Durkin joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the opening of former House Speaker Michael Madigan's corruption trial and whether corruption should be an issue in the November election.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan, which begins Tuesday.
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National security lawyer Brad Moss discusses the one year anniversary of the October 7 attacks in Israel and the latest court filings in Donald Trump's criminal cases.
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Mary Bryant Home For The Blind Executive Director Jerry Curry joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the upcoming chili/soup fundraiser
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Chicago Tribune Political Reporter Rick Pearson joins Springfield's Morning News to talk about Governor JB Pritzker's political future, the state's only competitive congressional race, and how bad the November election could be for Illinois Republicans.
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Reed Galen, a founder of the Lincoln Project and the pro-democracy group The Union, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the election subversion case against Donald Trump and to break down Tuesday's VP debate.
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National Political Reporter Tom LoBianco of 24sight.news joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the latest court filing in the January 6 case against former President Trump and asks a very important question for former VP Mike Pence.
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Former Congresswoman Cheri Bustos, a Springfield native, joined Springfield's Morning News Tuesday to preview the Vice Presidential debate and to discuss whether the Harris campaign is using Tim Walz correctly.
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Illinois Republican Party Co-Chair Aaron Del Mar joined Springfield's Morning News to preview Tuesday's Vice Presidential debate and to discuss the challenges facing the Illinois GOP in November.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Springfield's Morning News on a new audit that shows the state can't account for $6 million in unemployment benefits paid during the pandemic and the fate of the Logan Correctional Center.
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Former Congressman John Shimkus joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the different approaches Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have to Ukraine and the instability in Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, and Iran.
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Our High School Football Hour features Glenwood Coach David Hay, Springfield HS Coach Jon Hebb, Athens Coach Ryan Knox, and State Journal-Register sports reporter Ryan Mahan.
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Robert Rosenthal of illiniboard.com joined Springfield's Morning News to preview Saturday night's Illinois/Penn State game that could vault the Illini into the national playoff discussion.
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WCIA3 Meteorologist Kevin Lighty joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene and the wild weather predicted for Friday night's football games.
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Tom LoBianco of 24sight.news joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Kamala Harris' media strategy and to preview next week's Vice Presidential debate.
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The Atlantic staff writer McKay Coppins, who wrote the Mitt Romney biography "A Reckoning" joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Romney and the future of the GOP.
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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss keeping the government funded, why Congress can't pass a budget, and how the next Congress moves past the crazy and starts to govern.
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Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Mike Murphy joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the city's business climate and the "Shoes, Brews, & Biz" event October 3.
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State Journal-Register reporter Patrick Keck joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss an effort to end solitary confinement in Illinois prisons and if there will be a veto session at the Capitol this fall.
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Brenden Moore, Lee Enterprises political reporter, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss November's legislative races and how many seats Democrats could pick up and the only contested congressional seat in the state.
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Champaign News-Gazette columnist Bob Asmussen joins Springfield's Morning News to preview Friday night's game between Illinois and Nebraska.
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Coaches from Glenwood, Rochester, Springfield HS, and Sacred Heart-Griffin joined Springfield's Morning News for our weekly High School football preview show.
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Chicago Sun-Times Courts Reporter Jon Seidel joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to talk about the hung jury in the trial of former AT&T Illinois President Paul La Schiazza and to preview the upcoming corruption trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.
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New Sangamon County Sheriff Paula Crouch joins Springfield's Morning News on her first day on the job to discuss earning public trust, reforms in the office, and if she'll seek a full term in 2026.
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Peter Hancock of Capitol News Illinois joined Springfield's Morning News on the federal court trial determining the constitutionality of Illinois' assault weapons ban.
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On the one year anniversary of the end of cash bail in Illinois, Sangamon County State's Attorney John Milhiser joined Springfield's Morning News to answer whether Sangamon County is safer, less safe, or about the same.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chair Pat Brady discusses the race for president, rhetoric, and why Republicans in Illinois are facing more legislative losses in November.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Olivia Olander joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about her reporting on "harm reduction" organizations that provide clean needles, Narcan, and fentanyl test kits to drug users and where they are hoping to get more funding.
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Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss a new law allowing the storage of CO2 gas underground in Illinois and how it could put drinking water at risk.
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Glenwood Coach David Hay, Springfield HS Coach Jon Hebb, Williamsville Head Coach Aaron Kunz, New Berlin Head Coach James Dambacher and State Journal-Register sports reporter Ryan Mahan join Springfield's Morning News to preview week three of the high school football season.
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Peter Hancock from Capitol News Illinois joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Supreme Court arguments over the SAFE-T Act and a federal court trial next week challenging the state's assault weapons ban.
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Former Illini All-American J Leman, now with the Big Ten Network, previews Saturday's Illinois/Central Michigan game and talks about early season struggles of top Big Ten Teams.
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Illinois Times reporter Scott Reeder joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the presidential debate, the Springfield Police Department, Rep. Marry Miller, and Taylor Swift.
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Sangamon County Democratic Chair and Illinois Democratic State Central Committeeman Bill Houlihan joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Tuesday night's debate and the future of Sen. Dick Durbin.
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Bill Scher, Politics Editor for Washington Monthly magazine joins Springfield's Morning News to give his take on the Harris/Trump debate and if Taylor Swift's endorsement has any impact in the race.
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Illinois Republican Party Chair Kathy Salvi joins Springfield's Morning News to weigh in on why she thought Donald Trump outperformed Kamala Harris in Tuesday's debate.
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National political reporter Tom LoBianco of 24sight.news joined Springfield's Morning News to preview Tuesday night's Harris/Trump debate.
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Reed Galen of The Home Front podcast and Substack newsletter and pro-democracy group "The Union" joined Springfield's Morning News to preview the Trump/Harris debate.
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Semafor Political Reporter Kadia Goba joins Springfield's Morning News to preview Tuesday's presidential debate and the preparation and expectations for each candidate going into the high profile showdown.
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In Week Two of our High School Football Hour on Springfield's Morning News, we're joined by Glenwood Head Coach David Hay, Springfield High Coach Jon Hebb, Rochester Coach Derek Leonard, SH-G Coach John Allison, and PORTA coach Lonnie McAnally.
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IlliniBoard.com writer Robert Rosenthal stops by Springfield's Morning News to discuss the Illini football game Saturday night against Kansas.
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Longtime State Journal-Register columnist and reporter Bernie Schoenburg joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about how elusive former House Speaker Michael Madigan was with media and how Madigan's criminal defense attorneys are blaming media for negative coverage of him.
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Former Congressman Adam Kinzinger joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss Russian interference in the 2024 election, his opposition to Donald Trump, and his decision to speak at the Democratic National Convention.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss a federal court ruling on concealed carry on public transit and Governor JB Pritzker's controversial reaction to the ruling
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick, who now works with polling firm M3 Strategies, joined Springfield's Morning News Wednesday to discuss national polls and potential struggles for Republicans in Illinois this fall.
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Sangamon County Coroner and Acting Sheriff Jim Allmon joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss his appointment as Acting Sheriff, if he plans to make any reforms to the office, and re-establishing public trust after the killing of Sonya Massey.
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Ahead of the Springfield City Council's proposed ordinance banning homeless encampments, Alderman Brad Carlson joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss whether the issue is a matter of public safety or public nuisance.
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State Journal-Register Sports Reporter Ryan Mahan joins Springfield's Morning News to preview the kickoff of the 2024 high school football season.
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High school football coaches from Glenwood, Pleasant Plains, New Berlin, Williamsville, and Auburn join Springfield's Morning News to preview week one of the high school football season.
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Former State Representative Tim Butler, who sits on the commission investigating whether Illinois needs a new state flag, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss why the flag should be replaced and what it should look like.
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University of Illinois play-by-play man Brian Barnhart joined Patrick Pfingsten on Springfield's Morning News to preview Illinois' season opener against Eastern Illinois and talk about the upcoming season.
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Former Illinois Congressman Joe Walsh joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about Kamala Harris sitting down for her first interview and to preview a potential Trump/Harris debate.
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National security attorney Brad Moss joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the new charges filed against former President Trump, the ongoing classified documents case, and if Trump will really end up in prison.
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Rep. Bill Hauter (R-Morton) joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the proposed closure of the Logan Correctional Center in Lincoln, making health care more affordable, and efforts to pass a medical-assisted suicide bill.
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Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long joins Springfield's Morning News to talk about corruption in Illinois politics and the upcoming trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.
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Former congressman and former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Bill Enyart joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss allegations of "stolen valor" against Tim Walz, the DNC, and the ongoing war in Israel
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24sight.news reporter Tom LoBianco checks in to discuss the Democratic National Convention, Kamala Harris, and the confidence of Illinois Democrats.
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Congressman Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Kamala Harris' convention speech, the state of the campaign, and if Donald Trump can be disciplined enough to win in November.
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Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) an original 2019 supporter of Kamala Harris for President reflects on the convention, how she has changed the race, and the next three months.
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Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea, a delegate to the Democratic National Convention, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss his experiences at the DNC, the choice of Tim Walz as the Democratic VP nominee, and union hopes for new stadiums in Chicago.
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Springfield lobbyist and Democratic National Convention delegate Liz Brown-Reeves joins Springfield's Morning News to talk about the candidacy of Kamala Harris and the renewed excitement for Democrats headed into the final day of the DNC.
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Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza, who has been spotted literally everywhere during the Democratic National Convention, explains how many events delegates and officials are attending and her response to Vice President Harris being tagged as a "DEI hire."
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Republican Congressman Darin LaHood of Peoria visits with Patrick Pfingsten to respond to the Democratic National Convention, discusses "Project 2025" and defends the Trump campaign strategy for the fall.
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WGN-TV reporter Tahman Bradley joins Springfield's Morning News from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago to discuss Governor Pritzker's speech Tuesday night, the Obama appearances, and what to expect from Tim Walz.
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Longtime Democratic spokesman Steve Brown joins Springfield's Morning News and responds to criminal charges against his former boss, former Speaker Michael Madigan and talks about the Democratic National Convention.
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Daily Line reporter Ben Szalinski joins Springfield's Morning News from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago to talk about Monday's late night production, protestors, and what to expect from Governor JB Pritzker.
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Comedian Brad Williams joins Springfield's Morning News ahead of his show Saturday at the UIS Performing Arts Center. We chat about horseshoes, parenting, and our overhyped political divisions
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Tara Nickerson of Special Olympics Illinois joins Springfield's Morning News to chat about the upcoming Cardboard Regatta at Sheedy Shores, how you can help SOIL and the participants from across Illinois, and more!
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Sangamon County Board Chairman Andy Van Meter was a guest on Springfield's Morning News to discuss the resignation of Sheriff Jack Campbell and a new community commission designed to address issues in law enforcement, mental health responses, and community relations.
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Springfield's Morning News to recap State Fair political days and preview the Democratic National Convention.
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Illinois Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Lou Sandoval joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss biometric privacy, economic plans, and Illinois' business climate
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National Review columnist Noah Rothman joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss how neither candidate for president is selling an agenda for the center and the upcoming Harris economic plan.
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Senate Republican Leader John Curran (R-Downers Grove) sits down with Springfield's Morning News on Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair to talk about Senate races this November and how Republicans can get anything done in the General Assembly.
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Illinois Republican National Committeewoman and Chair of the Illinois Republican County Chair's Association, Rhonda Belford, stops by Springfield's Morning News on Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair.
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Suburban Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, a heavily rumored candidate to run for U.S. Senate in 2026 if Sen. Dick Durbin retires, discusses the presidential race and if he's interested in the Senate.
He joined Springfield's Morning News from the Illinois Democratic County Chair's Association Brunch on Governor's Day at the Illinois State Fair.
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State Treasurer Mike Frerichs joins Springfield's Morning News on Governor's Day at the State Fair and discusses raising twin toddlers, college savings programs and his political ambitions.
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State Comptroller Susana Mendoza stops by Springfield's Morning News ahead of the Illinois Democratic County Chair's Association Brunch on Governor's Day at the Illinois State Fair.
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Chicago Tribune Political Reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Springfield's Morning News to preview the State Fair political days and next week's Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
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Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the presidential race, the plight of Illinois Republicans, and how abortion impacts November races.
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Longtime State Journal-Register columnist and reporter Bernard Schoenburg joins Patrick Pfingsten on Springfield's Morning News to discuss the death of former Auditor General Bill Holland and the resignation of Sheriff Jack Campbell.
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Illinois Times Reporter Dean Olsen joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss Sheriff Jack Campbell's resignation and challenges facing the county moving forward.
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Illinois Times writer Scott Reeder joins Patrick Pfingsten on Springfield's Morning News as the two discuss the Illinois Republican Party's future and the fallout of the killing of Sonya Massey.
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Kadia Goba, a politics reporter for Semafor, joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss her experience interviewing former President Donald Trump at last week's National Association of Black Journalists convention and how the GOP is defining Vice President Kamala Harris.
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National Political Reporter Tom LoBianco of 24Sight joins Springfield's Morning News on Tim Walz and allegations of "stolen valor" and how close the November election could truly be.
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Olympic Gold Medalist and Springfield Native Ryan Held is back from Paris and talks about his experience with Springfield's Morning News.
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Political Reporter Chris Cillizza, who writes the "So What?" Substack, joins Springfield's Morning News and shares whether he thinks Kamala Harris chose the right running mate, why JB Pritzker was never really in contention, and what the Trump campaign is doing.
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Chicago Tribune Political Reporter Rick Pearson joins Patrick Pfingsten to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's role in the VP selection process, Pritzker's future, and if Sen. Dick Durbin will seek re-election in 2026.
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Former Democratic Congresswoman Cheri Bustos, a Springfield native, joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the selection of Tim Walz as Kamala Harris' running mate and how candidates like Walz can help Democrats in rural areas.
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Lee Enterprises Political Reporter Brenden Moore joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss how Gov. Pritzker tried to land the VP slot, Sen. Durbin's future, and his particularly heinous State Fair corn dog take.
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Columnist, podcast host, and author Matt Lewis joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss Donald Trump's undisciplined campaign and rich politicians.
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Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark joins Springfield's Morning News to preview the fair, which opens this upcoming Thursday.
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Former Illinois Congressman Joe Walsh, who is part of the new "Republicans for Harris" coalition, joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the presidential race and the future of the Republican Party.
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Sheriff Jack Campbell joins WMAY for his first interview to discuss the shooting of Sonya Massey last month. He speaks to Patrick Pfingsten of Springfield's Morning News on WMAY.
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Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar discusses when he was vetted for Vice President in 1996, if JB Pritzker wants to be VP, and who he is supporting in November.
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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss J.D. Vance and "childless cat ladies," President Biden's decline, if Vice President Harris should choose JB Pritzker as her running mate, and the conflict in Israel.
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Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joins Springfield's Morning News with Patrick Pfingsten to explain if a bribe is still illegal, how Michael Madigan is trying to get out of his criminal charges, and if the "ComEd Four" case will be thrown out.
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Former Congressman John Shimkus joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the election in Venezuela, NATO, and the upending of the U.S. presidential election.
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Chicago Tribune Political Reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick Pfingsten to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's flirtation with the Harris campaign and a potential run for Vice President.
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National political reporter Tom LoBianco, of DC startup "24Sight" joins Patrick Pfingsten to talk about the new stakes in the presidential race and Vice President Kamala Harris' upcoming choice of a running mate.
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Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the end of the legislative session, police reform, and potential gun legislation
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Springfield Mass Transit District is receiving a $17.8 million federal grant to purchase 12 hybrid buses that are powered by a combination of diesel fuel and batteries, along with seven buses that burn natural gas.
The move is being made in anticipation of future regulations that may eventually force transit districts to eliminate all emissions. * Kevin England, who assumed the title of Memorial Health president July 1, is stepping down from the role due to "an unexpected and recent health issue," according to a statement from a Memorial spokesperson. * Springfield will soon have a new option for soul food. Jenita Harris is opening 710 Rippy G’s in the food court at White Oaks Mall on Saturday, July 27. * The Springfield Maid-Rite is planning a 100th Birthday Bash on Saturday, July 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Owners of classic cars are invited to attend, with no pre-registration or entry fee required. There will also be music and throwback food and drink prices.
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Casey Claypool - Docs Just Off 66
Trent R. Nelson spoke with the owner of Docs Just off 66 Casey Claypool regarding the historic origins of the spot. the food innovations made since it was purchased by Casey, ice cream, Route 66, and so much more.
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Jay Shanlee - Conn's Hospitality Group
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Jay Shanlee of Conn's Hospitality Group regarding the food innovations from across Springfield, the Adams Street fire and recovery effort thus far, where to get some good BBQ and so much more.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Twelve residents, seven businesses and one nonprofit affected by the June 19 fire at 413 E Adams St. in downtown Springfield have received checks from the INB Benefit for the Businesses Affected by the Adams Family Fire fund.
- Springfield Gymnastics Center has a new facility under construction on the west side, but in the meantime, the business will operate out of the former Shop ‘n Save property on the corner of Wabash Avenue and Chatham Road.
- Information about the tragic death of Aviatori Coffeehouse owner Juliana Turchetti in Montana.
- The Springfield City Council has approved zoning that would allow for construction of a distribution center for Frito Lay. Employing 150 to 200 full-time workers at a warehouse the size of almost four football fields, it would be built along Interstate 55 near the Chatham exit.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning gun violence in Chicago, the state of security at both the RNC and DNC, restraint chairs, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Ryan McCrady, CEO, and President Ryan McCrady, for their bi-weekly chat concerning the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Progress Of Railway and Legacy Pointe Projects
- Local Small Businesses and the Adams Street Fire from Juneteenth
- New Warehouse on the outskirts of Springfield
- General Economics and Infrastructure
- So much more!
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Heather Burton - Illinois Women In Leadership
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Heather Burton of IWIL regarding the organization, its history and goals, plus a bit about the ATHENA Award, this year's nominees. and the upcoming gala that the group is putting on!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- A new restaurant is under construction on the west side of Springfield, with additional space available for a second restaurant or retail use.
- Shangri-La Dispensaries will hold a grand opening at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 11, for its new Springfield dispensary. Shangri-La, 3128 S. Dirksen Parkway, represents the company’s first entrance into Illinois’ adult-use cannabis market. The event will include area vendors, food trucks and live music.
- Wildflowers and Barley is holding a grand opening and vendor fair from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, July 12.
- The first $10,000 raised by the community for the businesses and residents affected by the fire at 413 E Adams Street on June 19 will be disbursed next week.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure - recorded late this past week - Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning a specific, recent Supreme Court opinion that could impact Illinois moving forward regarding guns, wetlands protection updates, a financial review of the state as fiscal year 2025 begins - and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Ryan McCrady, CEO, and President Ryan McCrady, for their bi-weekly chat concerning the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Progress Of Railway and Legacy Pointe Projects
- Local Small Businesses and the Adams Street Fire from Juneteenth
- Liquor License Resolutions
- General Economics and Infrastructer
- So much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Terrie Malmstrom has been in the pet grooming business for years, but now she has a new venture called Doggie Stylez.
- The Neuhoff Media radio stations in Springfield and Bloomington have been sold to Woodward Communications, Inc., the final sale of the divestiture as part of a strategic decision by the Neuhoff family to exit the broadcast industry after nearly 70 years.
- Gov. JB Pritzker has given final approval to a plan to bolster the state’s tech industry, including an incentives package – backed by $500 million in the state budget – aimed at making Illinois the nation’s leader in quantum computing.
- For the first time, there is now a long-term master plan for the Illinois State Fairgrounds. It identifies opportunities to increase year-round events, attendance and economic impact.
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Carlos Ortega - DSI
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Carlos Ortega of Downtown Springfield Inc., concerning the joy of being kind to others, developing Downtown Springfield, what Carlos has done over the last four months, how he plans to innovate DSI in his new position across the future, and so much more.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure - recorded late this past week - Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning a specific, recent Supreme Court decision that could impact Illinois moving forward, some more ethics talk, plus farming and environmental issues affecting the Louisiana Delta - and so much more!
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Tara Matheson - ImpactLife
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Tara Matheson of ImpactLife concerning the joy of being kind to others, donating blood, and what kind of positive incentive those who give the gift of life can receive all February long!
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Trent R. Nelson spoke with Eric Hill of SkillsUSA Illinois before he took kids from across Illinois to Atlanta, Georgia, for another competition; Trent and Eric spoke about what the organization does, what it would like to do, its general purpose, who competition is great for educating kids and a whole lot more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Despite the June 19 fire that forced Café Moxo to close indefinitely, owner Mark Forinash said the restaurant’s 18 employees still have a job, although their duties will change for the time being.
- Magnolia Lane Home Decor and More is preparing to relocate again, this time to Chatham.
- Join Central Illinois Customer Service Association, Local First Springfield and the Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, June 27, for Networking on the Green from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Panther Creek Country Club during the Memorial Health Championship. You can also receive a free one-day pass to the Memorial Health Golf Championship (June 27-30) at Panther Creek Country Club, courtesy of Visit Springfield.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure - recorded late this past week - Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning numerous Supreme Court decisions that could or might impact Illinois, some insurance and ethics talk, plus some horseshoe news and so much more!
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On this episode of Full Disclosure - recorded late this past week - Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning Governor JB Pritzker's budget, partisan and bipartisan legislation, updates on the Chicago Bears proposed stadium, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Ryan McCrady, CEO, and President Ryan McCrady, for their bi-weekly chat concerning the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- A New Logistics Center Possibly Coming To Town
- Progress Of Railway and Legacy Pointe Projects
- Local Small Businesses
- Liquor Licenses
- Economics
- So much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Robert Kerr of the UIS Innovation Center in Downtown Springfield about what the organization does, what the future of downtown holds for the community, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson spoke with Buzz Bomb Brewing Company's Josh Flanders before the midweek fire on Adams Street; they talked about beer, working together as a downtown community, the Adam's Street Bar Crawl, and a whole lot more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
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The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Small Business Awards Luncheon on June 18. The event recognized four outstanding community entrepreneurs in the following categories:
- Not-For-Profit Director of the Year: Margaret Ann Jessup, Wooden It Be Lovely.
- New & Emerging Business Owner of the Year: Ashley Striplin, Dabble
- Small Business Owner of the Year: Fran Abbott & Shannon McAuley, Scoop Du Jour
- Lifetime Award – Business Owner of the Year: Richard Levi, Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc.
- Aunt Lou’s Soul Food is opening Friday, more than a year after Corey Dickerson first announced he was teaming up with Smarjesse Taylor to bring “modern soul food with a classy touch” to downtown.
- Springfield Clinic will hold a ribbon cutting at noon on Monday, June 24, to celebrate the relocation of the endocrinology and nephrology teams to a newly renovated facility at 401 E. Carpenter Street.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure - recorded earlier this week - Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning Governor JB Pritzker's budget, partisan and bipartisan legislation, homeschooling, the future of the Democratic supermajority across the state of Illinois, updates on the Chicago Bears proposed stadium, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Steve Schoepfel - the managing director of the Sangamon Mass Transit District about what the organization does, their new buses, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Ryan McCrady, CEO, and President Ryan McCrady, for their bi-weekly chat concerning the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- A New Logistics Center Possibly Coming To Town
- Progress Of Railway and Legacy Pointe Projects
- Local Small Businesses
- Economics
- So much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Saucy Rice Vietnamese Flavors has closed, but the space on Toronto Road won’t be vacant for long.
- The Feed Store, a downtown staple for decades, has closed again for the second time since 2020.
- The Grand Lodge of Illinois A.F. & A.M. has purchased a building on Wabash Avenue to serve as a new headquarters for freemasons statewide.
- A bill recently passed by the Illinois General Assembly increases the likelihood a proposed $93 million expansion of Springfield's convention center will become reality, according to state Rep. Mike Coffey, R-Springfield.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Travis Blaney of Two Men and a Truck about what the organization does and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Wednesday was the last day of operations for Twisted Fork, but not necessarily the last chance to enjoy its signature dishes. A food truck is already in the works, and the owners said they haven’t ruled out reopening down the road in a different location.
- Fairgrounds Café has opened at the site of the former Jungle Jim’s Café on Peoria Road.
- Indiya's Consignment Boutique is opening soon in the Capital City Shopping Center:
- Construction of a 136-unit, market-rate apartment complex in downtown Springfield will commence in the fall, according to the New York company spearheading the almost $29 million project.
- The June issue of SBJ is out now, featuring a Q&A with Bob Sibert, the third-generation president of Bound To Stay Bound Books.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- A distribution center employing 150 to 200 full-time workers at a warehouse the size of almost four football fields would be built along Interstate 55 near the Chatham exit, based on a proposal Springfield zoning officials will consider June 20.
- Owners Brian and Melissa Reilly are expanding Cured Catering again, this time by building a new 10,000-square-foot facility.
- Structural problems have festered for years at Springfield's tallest apartment building, but court action to fix at least one of the issues at Lincoln Tower Apartments could be coming in the next few months. Both the city of Springfield and the adjacent property owner have filed lawsuits trying to force the owner to make repairs:
- After losing more than 9% of its population in recent years, the Jacksonville Regional Economic Development Corporation is offering $5,000 and other incentives to professionals willing to relocate to the community.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure - recorded earlier this week - Trent R. Nelson speaks with the Director of Policy of the Better Government Association, Bryan Zarou, concerning Governor JB Pritzker's budget, partisan and bipartisan legislation, updates on the Chicago Bears proposed stadium, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Charro Mexican Restaurant opened Monday at 2500 Sunrise Dr., just off South Dirksen Parkway.
- After getting her start at the Old Capitol Farmers Market, Alli Donaldson is transitioning Golden Hour Bake House to a brick-and-mortar location downtown that will offer an expanded menu.
- Residents of the Val-E-Vue subdivision near Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport say they are relieved the airport backed down on a plan to change about 92 acres from residential to industrial zoning. However, the airport is moving forward with its overall request to rezone 1,089 acres of land to help facilitate future development.
- Springfield Business Journal and United Community Bank invite the business community to attend this year's Best Places to Work reception and awards ceremony on Thursday, May 23. The event will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. at United Community Bank, 1900 W. Iles Ave.
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Patrick Keck, state government reporter for the State Journal-Register joins WMAY to discuss the final scheduled week of the legislative session as lawmakers come down to the wire to pass a state budget.
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Dr. Kacie Athey, a University of Illinois Extension entomologist joins us to discuss the emergence of cicadas across Illinois and why it's such a big deal this year.
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Sen. Sally Turner (R-Beason) joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the proposed closure of the Logan Correctional Center and the status of key legislation at the Capitol.
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Andy Taylor of the National Weather Service joins Patrick Pfingsten to discuss the recent visibility issues concerning dust storms, loose topsoil and the perfect storm of ecological circumstances.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Rachel Shea of Family Service Center about what the organization does, its upcoming fundraiser, how you can participate and contribute to the organization and the greater discussion, and so much more!
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Chicago Tribune Statehouse Reporter Jeremy Gorner chats with Patrick Pfingsten about the budget process going on in Springfield, how proceedings will play out with days left before the democratic self-imposed deadline, plus more!
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GOP State Representative CD Davidsmeyer joins Patrick Pfingsten to discuss the Illinois budget, getting along in a bipartisan nature, what the Illinois GOP wants from Democrats during the budget process, plus much more!
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Democratic State Representative Sue Scherer joins Patrick Pfingsten to discuss the Illinois budget, getting along as a caucus and more!
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Patrick Pfingsten chats with Political Reporter Brenden Moore concerning the state of Illinois and beyond!
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Patrick Pfingsten is joined by Illinois State Representative Mike Coffey of Springfield to discuss politics, the upcoming and ongoing budget battle, bipartisanship, partisanship, and so much more!
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Patrick Pfingsten interviews National Political Writer Tom LoBianco concerning the upcoming election, the 46th and 45th Presidents, and more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Amy Beadle about what the organization does, its upcoming events, how you can participate and nominate, and so much more!
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the CEO and President of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning Governor JB Pritzker's budget, his relationship with Mayor Brandon Johnson of Chicago, updates on the Chicago Bears proposed stadium, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Springfield’s iconic Ice Deli has new owners and a new look.
- Ace Retail Holdings is acquiring Bishop Ace Hardware, a 13-store chain in central Illinois.
- Construction crews and Illinois State Fair staff are working to finish up renovations to the grounds as the countdown to the 2024 fair continues, with a $58 million investment intended to help address years of deferred maintenance.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Yellow Bird Coffee House has new ownership, but patrons shouldn’t expect any major changes.
- Coble Animal Hospital has new ownership
- Family Dollar is closing two of its four Springfield stores as part of nationwide cutbacks for the discount retailer.
- Do you know an outstanding young professional who deserves to be recognized? Make a nomination for this year's class of Forty Under 40:
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the CEO and President of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning Governor JB Pritzker. his wife MK and the ALPLM in Springfield, Democratic tactics for maintaining their supermajority, O'Hare Airport in Chicago, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- WILD Canine Rescue plans to open an upscale thrift store on North Dirksen Parkway to help support the organization's mission:
- Join Downtown Springfield, Inc. for a ribbon cutting at The Cats' Pyjamas Cat Cafe on Thursday, May 2, at 2 p.m.
- Crave Cookies is coming to Springfield, becoming the second gourmet cookie company to open a franchise in the capital city this year.
- Celebrate Cinco de Mayo for a whole week, April 29-May 5, and explore the amazing taco and nacho dishes area chefs have created at these participating restaurants. Many locations will also offer signature Tequila Herradura or el Jimador margaritas. Find more details at 217FoodWeek.com and download your 217 Taco, Nacho & Margarita Week passport to plan your food journey and for a chance to win gift cards from local restaurants.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the CEO and President of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning Governor JB Pritzker, immigration, housing, flooding, homelessness, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Amy Beadle about what the organization does, its upcoming events, how you can participate and nominate, and so much more!
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the CEO and President of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning Governor JB Pritzker, immigration, libraries, Tier 2, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- A Sangamon County judge has issued an order to vacate to the parent company for MOD Pizza in response to an eviction complaint filed by the property owner.
- The New York investors who own Olde Towne Apartments are more than $100,000 behind on water and electric bills, and the city of Springfield has said CWLP will shut off service May 1, displacing the remaining tenants, if the past utility bills are not paid.
- Brian Barstead has announced plans to retire within the next month and has transferred ownership of his Ameriprise franchise to Jennifer Sylvia.
- The May issue of SBJ is out today and includes profiles on this year’s Women of Influence: Jennifer Bettis, Kayla Edwards and Ava McPike-Carpenter.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the CEO and President of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning delta-8, Governor JB Pritzker, secession immigration, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- The wait is almost over for fans of Wm. Van's Coffee House, with the relocated and revamped coffee shop scheduled to open at 7 a.m. on Friday, April 19, in Vinegar Hill Mall.
- The Railyard has reopened for the season, following a brief opening last November.
- A greenhouse in Scott County, fifty miles west of Springfield, is drawing national attention for a self-serve operation in a small building that is addressing the issue of rural American food deserts.
- Doubling the BOS Center's size would result in a similar increase in conventions coming to the capital city, and construction of a new 300-bed hotel adjacent to the center is needed, according to a recently completed feasibility study of the potential impact of a newly formed tourism improvement district on downtown Springfield.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with the Executive Director of the Springfield Area Arts Council, Bella Szabo, about art, creativity, getting involved in the community, what the organization does, local grants, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Your Corner Office and Synergetic Solutions will be relocating from downtown to a new west-side location on the corner of Monroe Street and Chatham Road.
- Aviatori Coffeehouse has closed, but the business is still for sale and the owner hopes to find someone to carry on the aviation-themed coffee shop.
- Karen Conn, president of Conn’s Hospitality Group in Springfield, spoke at a news conference Wednesday at the Capitol. She said she will have to raise prices and cut employees’ hours and benefits if the state eliminates a tipped wage credit:
- Citing an increase in violent incidents and concerns for public safety, the Sangamon County Board voted Monday to eliminate 3 a.m. liquor licenses for bars.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with the Central Illinois and Springfield Phoenix Center's own Dr. Jonna Cooley about PRIDE 2024, other upcoming events, the past, the future, drag, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Crafted Stag's owner. Grant Hammer, regarding the grand opening, what the store will have to offer, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson shares what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council; this is Council Roundup!
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Trent R. Nelson shares what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council; this is Council Roundup!
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Trent R. Nelson shares what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council; this is Council Roundup!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Chief Storyteller Jaime Toole regarding what the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes is set for this upcoming season, new innovations, promotions, deals, fun, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Visit Springfield's own Amy Beadle regarding how March was, and what the community has to look forward to this April.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- The Crafted Stag Supply, a new specialty business catering to men, is scheduled to open Saturday, April 6, on Springfield’s west side.
- It's Scrapicated LLC, a galvanized steel home décor company, is consolidating into one location and expanding its hours of operation.
- A local hotel ownership group plans to break ground next month on a Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott at Legacy Pointe.
- Lutheran Senior Services and Diakon have signed an agreement to bring senior living operations and four life plan communities under LSS, which will make it one of the largest nonprofit senior living organization in the country..
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Executive Director Eric Hill of SkillsUSA Illinois and Trinity Muszynski regarding what the organization wishes to do provide the community of Illinois with, why job training is so important, recaps of past events as well as additional information on upcoming events and so much more!
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the CEO and President of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning a new piece of proposed gambling revenue legislation, lots of criminal justice updates, and so much more!
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with Springfield Bishop Thomas John Paprocki about Easter, religion, Illinois politics, IVF and so much more!
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with Political Journalist Brendan Moore about Illinois politics and so much more!
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with Sports Director of WCIA Bret Behrens about the streaking Illini, Terrance Shannon Jr., the NCAA Tourney and so much more!
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with Republican State Representative Wayne Rosenthal regarding politics, the state of the Illinois General Assembly, immigration, and much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop opened its first Springfield location on March 26 inside the Memorial Learning Center, 228 W. Miller St.
- The Memorial Health Board of Directors has approved a succession plan that includes Kevin England becoming Memorial Health president, effective July 1.
- A year from now, Dominic Watson expects to open a shared kitchen and culinary incubator for dozens of emerging minority-owned businesses in a 30,000-square-foot building at 11th Street and South Grand Avenue East.
- New issue of SBJ is out today, focuses on nonprofits, associations and education
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the CEO and President of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning new pieces of proposed ethics legislation, the fate of former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich, and so much more!
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with Robert Rosenthal of IlliniBoard regarding the NCAA Tournament, how the U of I is fairing as the tournament progresses, plus more!
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with Republican Representative Bill Hauter regarding the recent decision in Alabama concerning IVF, the discussion amongst conservatives on this topic, and what the representative - who is also a doctor - has to say on the topic, plus more!
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with the Chicago Tribune's own Rick Pearson about the recent incident concerning the Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives in the General Assembly and a Tribune writer, plus more!
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Heather Briggs - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Heather Briggs of BCBSIL regarding their upcoming Saturday morning event, why staying on top of your health is so critical, and how to learn more and get involved too!
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Harrison Gray - Citizens Club of Springfield
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Harrison Gray regarding their upcoming Friday morning event, why discussion is so critical, about Gen Z and so much more!
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- April Poole & Brian Sylvester - CORAL
Trent R. Nelson spoke with April Poole & Brian Sylvester of CORAL concerning their upcoming gala event, the joy of being kind to others, and how you can be an ally to those that require it the most!
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the Director of Policy at the Better Government Association, Bryan Zarou, concerning new pieces of proposed FOIA and ethics legislation, corruption across the state, grocery tax and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Charro Mexican Restaurant, a family-owned business based in Chesterfield,
Missouri, with additional locations in Taylorville and Decatur, is coming to
Springfield. - Brezie's Roasted Beans is a new addition to the Springfield area's growing
coffee scene, but it also offers breakfast and lunch options, plus activities
for kids. - Less than a year after closing its brick-and-mortar store, Alinda Hale has
merged Eye Candy Boutique with Deep South Pout, an online boutique based in
Mississippi. - After 149 years and four generations, the family-owned Armbruster
Manufacturing Company is closing its doors. The facility has been sold to a
national franchise business.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning new pieces of proposed legislation to help local media, corruption across the state and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Loukinens' on 4th has reopened after closing suddenly in mid-February, but it's not clear how long it will be able to continue operations. The property is no longer listed for sale, but a foreclosure suit is pending.
- Potter Drug is planning to open a west-side location this summer.
- AR Luxury Event Spaces is scheduled to open in Springfield on April 13.
- Women Entrepreneurs of Central Illinois will hold its 4th annual Women’s Business Showcase event on Wednesday, March 6, from 4:30-7 p.m. at Crowne Plaza Springfield.
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In this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Melissa Horn - Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Melissa Horn about recent and upcoming innovations, as well as opportunities that businesses and individuals across the community might benefit from.
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Tara Matheson - ImpactLife
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Tara Matheson of ImpactLife concerning the joy of being kind to others, donating blood, and what kind of positive incentive those who give the gift of life can receive all March long!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Ryan McCrady, CEO, and President Ryan McCrady, for their bi-weekly chat concerning the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- CWLP rate hikes
- City of Springfield budgets
- More on logistics Centers
- Local Small Businesses
- Dredging Lake Springfield
- Economics
- So much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Brooke Dunn of the Central Illinois Foodbank regarding what the organization is looking to provide the greater community with, how you can make a positive impact on your neighbors and neighborhood, and so much more!
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning several aspects of the Governor's proposed budget, immigration, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Loukinens' on 4th has reopened after closing suddenly in mid-February, but it's not clear how long it will be able to continue operations. The property is no longer listed for sale, but a foreclosure suit is pending.
- Potter Drug is planning to open a west-side location this summer.
- AR Luxury Event Spaces is scheduled to open in Springfield on April 13.
- Women Entrepreneurs of Central Illinois will hold its 4th annual Women’s Business Showcase event on Wednesday, March 6, from 4:30-7 p.m. at Crowne Plaza Springfield.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Executive Director Eric Hill of SkillsUSA Illinois regarding what the organization wishes to do provide the community of Illinois with, why job training is so important, upcoming events and so much more!
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning several aspects of the Governor's proposed budget, immigration, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Knob Hill Landscape Company has acquired Evergreen Landscape, expanding its services and locations in Springfield.
- Makeover Dental, located at 687 E. Linton Ave. Springfield, IL, will be hosting a ribbon-cutting event on March 13th at 4:30 p.m.
- The March issue of SBJ is out today, featuring a special section on residential real estate. One article looks at the challenges of converting vacant office space downtown to residential use.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Tiara Standage, CEO of "Intricate Minds," about what the organization wishes to do now that it is no longer "Everything Intricate," how folks can help those who need the help the most, a bit of background on the owner and establishment, and so much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Professor Beverly Bunch concerning the upcoming Citizens Club of Springfield event, what the mayor will be speaking about during that Friday morning, February 23 event, and more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Ryan McCrady, CEO, and President Ryan McCrady, for their bi-weekly chat concerning the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- CWLP rate hikes
- City of Springfield budgets
- Logistics Centers
- Local Small Businesses
- So much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- The Southern Illinois University System office has moved into space above Resource One at the corner of Fourth and Adams Streets.
- A ribbon cutting and open house will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 21, at 12:30 p.m. for Tax Partners Holdings, 2060 W. Monroe St. Emmanuel "Manny" Davis, 24, has acquired the tax preparation and bookkeeping business founded by the late Don Fuener.
- The Filling Station in Rochester is now open, with food service scheduled to begin on Feb. 27.
- Two familiar names in the area construction industry, Matt Williams and Aaron Gorbett, are opening a Springfield office for CAD Construction Inc.
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with UIS Professor and Citizens Club Moderator Beverly Bunch regarding the upcoming Citizens Club of Springfield meeting on February 23, which will be dealing with the city's new budget!
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan concerning the agricultural state of the state of Illinois, inheritance taxes, bipartisan legislation, California pork stances, and more!
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with Illinois State Senator Steve McClure concerning the state of the state of Illinois, the General Assembly, legislative pork and more.
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with National Security Attorney Brad Moss concerning the ever-evolving legal troubles of former American President Donald J. Trump and all of the implications.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Loukinens’ on 4th has closed, although the owners describe it as “temporary.”
- The building at 319 Chatham Road has sold, and Dim Art House will close its studio and gallery space for now.
- After mine subsidence forced Lutheran High School to abandon its west-side Springfield campus in 2022, it is looking to rebuild on land owned by Cherry Hills Church, near the northeast corner of Chatham and Woodside roads.
- Do you know an outstanding woman who deserves recognition? Make a nomination for the annual Women of Influence program, sponsored by Security Bank and Springfield Business Journal. The deadline to make nominations is March 1. Recipients will be profiled in the May issue of SBJ.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning public safety officers in schools, child tax credits, pork, Tim Mapes, and so much more!
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with Illinois Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Lou Sandoval on his tenure thus far, his background, the state of business across the capital city and entire Illinois, plus so much more!
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Patrick Pfingsten speaks with Illinois 13th District Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski about immigration, new foreign aid legislation and more!
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Tara Matheson - ImpactLife
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Tara Matheson of ImpactLife concerning the joy of being kind to others, donating blood, and what kind of positive incentive those who give the gift of life can receive all February long!
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Kaitlin Bostick - Girl Scouts of Central Illinois
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Kaitlin Bostick of the Girl Scouts of Central Illinois, cookies, giving back to the community, what helping the girls means to them, what it teaches the kids for their very own future lives, and so much more.
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Trent R. Nelson shares what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council. You know what time it is; this is Council Roundup!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- CrossFit XLT is moving into a new building in Chatham just in time for its 10 year anniversary.
- Five Hardee’s locations throughout central Illinois have closed, but at least one won’t be vacant for long. The Chatham Hardee’s property has already changed hands.
- 217 Burger Week started Monday and continues through Feb. 13, because seven days just isn’t enough time to sample all these amazing burgers from area restaurants.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning the freshwater industry, Donald J. Trump, more Illinois casinos, child tax credits, migrant healthcare and much more!
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In this episode of The Council Roundup Interviews, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Ward 5 Alderwoman LaKeisha Purchase
Trent R. Nelson discusses what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council with Alderwoman Purchase of Ward 5, discussing the proposed CWLP water rate hikes, the lead water service lines, and more; this is The Council Roundup Interviews
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Taylor Stevens - SYNERGY Homecare
- Zach Kerker - Springfield Clinic
Trent R. Nelson spoke with both Taylor Stevens and Zach Kerker, concerning the joy of being kind to others, Sending Love Overseas, how you can make a positive impact on the lives of others, and so much more.
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Business in the 217: DSI's Carlos Ortega and Blake Pryor join the program to discuss the next chapter of DSI and its impact upon the community
On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Carlos Ortega - DSI
- Blake Pryor - DSI
Trent R. Nelson spoke with both Carlos Ortega and Blake Pryor of Downtown Springfield Inc., concerning the joy of being kind to others, developing Downtown Springfield,how Carlos plans to innovate DSI in his new position, and so much more.
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Trent R. Nelson shares what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council. You know what time it is; this is Council Roundup!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with CEO, and President Ryan McCrady, for their bi-weekly chat concerning the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Hunter Lake and Lake Springfield
- CWLP rate hikes
- SSGA and City of Springfield budgets
- So much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Bistro Verde, Lincoln Land Community College’s student-led café, reopens Jan. 31.
- Downtown Springfield, Inc. (DSI) has named Carlos Ortega to lead the organization as executive director, effective Feb. 1.
- The Cats' Pyjamas, Springfield's first cat café, is holding an open house on Thursday, Feb. 1, from 5-8 p.m. featuring a variety of local vendors (but not the cats just yet)
- Crumbl Cookies is opening in the Parkway Pointe shopping center on Friday, Feb. 9, at 8 a.m.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning the continuing migrant circumstances stemming from the actions of Texas Governor Greg Abbott, issues between Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, Northwestern, Asian Carp, and much more!
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Trent R. Nelson shares what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council. You know what time it is; this is Council Roundup!
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning the continuing migrant circumstances stemming from the actions of Texas Governor Greg Abbott, issues between Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, Bally's casino updates, drug scheduling and much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Rob Wilbern, the central Illinois franchisee for Potbelly's Sandwich Shop,
has announced the first Springfield location is in the works. - Courtney Wilbern has relocated and renamed her medical spa practice, which
is now known as Absolut Aesthetics & Wellness Medspa. - Intricate Minds, a nonprofit that operates a community center with a variety
of resources and services, is moving to North Grand Avenue.
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Trent R. Nelson shares what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council. You know what time it is; this is Council Roundup!
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning the new Illinois General Assembly session, the Invest in Kids program, Governor JB Pritzker, immigration, the upcoming DNC in Chicago, and much more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Remarkable Resale in Rochester has changed its name, location, and inventory over the past three decades, and now owner Kitty Boyce is planning a change of ownership as well.
- Little Lincoln's Toy Shop is relocating to a larger space on West White Oaks Drive.
- Many businesses are still dealing with the aftereffects of the pandemic, and those in the hospitality industry say it could take years to recover fully.
- State grants have helped many businesses over the last few years, and a new round of grants will assist businesses launched in 2020 or 2021.
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Julie Davis - CILCSA
- Liz Parker - Springfield Clinic
Trent R. Nelson spoke with both Julie Davis and Liz Parker concerning the joy of being kind to others, CILCSA, a recent WOW Award winner, how you can nominate kind people you know and see around the Springfield area, and so much more.
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Executive Director Mark Hanna - Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport Authority
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Mark Hanna, the executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, regarding Breeze Airways, how to "get fresh," new deals, as well as the future of the airport and what the denizens of Springfield and the Central Illinois area might see next - plus so much more.
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Trent R. Nelson shares what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council. You know what time it is; this is Council Roundup!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Planet Fitness is expanding its presence in Springfield with a second location in the works.
- Dabble Springfield, a do-it-yourself arts and crafts studio, is relocating to Sangamon Avenue as of Jan. 10.
- Brunchfield Café closed on Dec. 31, and the restaurant has already reopened under new ownership as Clock Tower Cafe.
- Godfather’s Pizza in Chatham is now a Dew Chili Parlor.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning FOID registrations, Franklin City Juvenile Detention Center, the rise of hate crimes across Illinois and more!
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Jordan Coffey - Luminary Kitchen & Provisions and Gold Leaf Catering and Events
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Chef Jordan Coffey of Luminary Kitchen & Provisions, as well as Gold Leaf Catering and Events, concerning their origins, work, finding meaning in work, why seasonal ingredients and dishes rule, their new catering venture, and so much more.
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Len Naumovich - Primo Designs
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Len Naumovich of Primo Designs concerning their origins, work, finding meaning in work, what to look for when appraising employees, how failure leads to success, and so much more.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning all of the new laws now in effect as of January 1, 2024, and there were sure a good amount; we touched on the most important including regarding guns, indoor vaping, driving regulations and more!
It's a new law roundup of sorts, and we've got all the most pressing bits covered for you!
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Michael L Thomas and Jordan Stott - Express Employment Professionals and the Specialized Recruiting Group
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Michael L Thomas and Jordan Stott of Express Employment Professionals and the Specialized Recruiting Group concerning work, finding meaningful employment, and what brings each pleasure during the course of their own work finding jobs for others.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Fairgrounds Cafe will open soon at the site of the former Jungle Jim’s Café on Peoria Road.
- Eagle Golf and Grill, a public golf training facility with a full-service restaurant and bar, has opened on Springfield’s west side.
- After two years of financial and emotional stress for thousands of central Illinois patients, those covered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois regained in-network access to Springfield Clinic medical providers on Jan. 1.
- Completion of Springfield’s rail improvement project will be delayed beyond 2025 because the project failed to secure $138 million in funding from the federal government.
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Trent R. Nelson shares what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council; this is Council Roundup!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Alliance Community Bank is expanding its Springfield presence with a new branch on the far west side.
- HDR, a national engineering, architecture, and natural resources consulting firm, has expanded its presence in Springfield with the opening of a new office on West Iles Avenue.
- Despite recent questions from the Springfield City Council about how public money will flow to the Scheels Sports Park project and the viability of private financing, the project remains on track to be fully operational by spring 2025, according to Ryan McCrady, president of the Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning the Navin Jones case and the Illinois DCFS, the new state ID card pilot program up in Cook County, the state's solar program, the state's NAACP President, and much more!
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In this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Melissa Horn - Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Melissa Horn about recent and upcoming innovations, as well as opportunities that businesses and individuals across the community might benefit from.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Jasmine Dickerson will become the Young Professionals Program Manager for The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce, a newly created position intended to expand the Chamber’s outreach to young professionals.
- Jean Bruner-Jachino has taken on a short-term leadership role with Downtown Springfield, Inc. to assist the organization while DSI conducts a comprehensive search for its next executive director.
- A cat café is coming to downtown Springfield with the opening of The Cats' Pyjamas on East Adams Street.
- FreshHut has opened at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Chatham Road, specializing in shawarma, gyros, kebobs, wraps and wings.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning possible violations of the Open Meetings Act in Chicago, Governor JB Pritzker's decision on temporary housing for migrants, the ISP as well as Illinois Supreme Court rulings and much more!
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Greg Bishop returns as guest host with The Council Roundup for Wednesday, December 6, 2023.
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Greg Bishop talks with Jennifer Born, Director of Public Relations for the Illinois Lottery about a Toy Drive benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Central Illinois on Tuesday, December 5 at County Market in Fairhills Mall.
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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Gareth Edmundson-Jones - Breeze Airways
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Gareth Edmundson-Jones of Breeze Airways concerning new flights out of SPI, Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, introductory rates to Florida, and what the future of Breeze looks like across Springfield and Sangamon County.
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Trent R. Nelson shares what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council; this is Council Roundup!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- SmallCakes Springfield will hold a grand reopening on Friday, Dec. 1, at 10:30 a.m.
- True Colors Floral will hold a ribbon cutting on Thursday, Dec. 7, at 10 a.m. for its new location at 3 W. Old State Capitol Plaza.
- A tourism improvement district that would finance a $100 million expansion of Springfield’s downtown convention center cleared a major hurdle recently, with the proposed district – and a future surcharge on room rates – receiving majority support from the city’s hotels.
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning the ICC's decision regarding utility rate hikes, state CO2 Pipeline permits, the marijuana legislation that the General Assembly's Fall Veto Session left unpassed, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's MSNBC interview and what it means for his future, and more!
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In this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- CEO Ryan McCrady - SSGA
Trent R. Nelson spoke with the Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance's CEO Ryan McCrady about SPI, Scheels, Legacy Pointe, Springfield's City Council, Dallman Power Plant, Hunter Lake and more!
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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning the General Assembly's Fall Veto Session, the bills that it passed and left unpassed, including school choice and mini nuclear reactor bills, plus FOID card updates, Ed Burke trial updates, and more!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Kayla Graven, who has served as the executive director of Downtown Springfield, Inc. for the past two years, is going to work for the city of Springfield’s Office of Planning and Economic Development as the operations coordinator.
- A second location for Hae's Bakery & Coffee Shoppe opened Monday on Wabash Avenue.
- Sgt. Pepper’s Café is coming to West Jefferson Street, but it will be a slightly different venture from the current restaurant on the corner of Stevenson and Baker Drive and will have different ownership.
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In this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Suzie Wichmann - Krekel's Custard
Trent R. Nelson spoke with Springfield Krekel's Owner Suzie Wichmann about the restaurant, its history, its future, and the awesome collaboration that it's in the middle of to celebrate 30 years of burgers in the capital city of Illinois!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Academy Sports + Outdoors and Sierra both opening this week.
- A third fine in fewer than two years for Blue Cross Blue Shield proves that stronger regulations are needed to prevent insurers from promoting “ghost networks” of providers, state Rep. Sue Scherer says. She has reintroduced a health insurance reform bill that failed to pass the General Assembly in 2022.
- A lack of affordable daycare options is contributing to a workforce shortage in the Springfield area, contends Kayla Edwards, managing partner of Express Employment Professionals. In addition, a federal subsidy to childcare providers expired on Oct. 1, causing Illinois to lose $800 million in federal funding.
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In this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Joe Deguanno - Navaquest
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In this episode of The Council Roundup Interviews, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Ward 6 Alderwoman Jennifer Notariano
Trent R. Nelson discusses what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council with Alderwoman Jennifer Notariano, discussing Dallman Power Plant, Hunter Lake, and Springfield's new residency requirement moratorium; this is The Council Roundup Interviews
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- The Railyard, an outdoor food venue based around shipping containers, opened last Friday, two years after plans were announced to bring the unique concept to Springfield.
- European Wax Center is holding a soft opening tomorrow at 4423 Yucan Dr.
- Compass for Kids has relocated to new office space on South Fourth Street and hired Christy Freeman Stark as director of marketing, a full-time position shared with Kidzeum of Health and Science.
- Some recipients of business grants funded with a portion of Springfield’s share of sales taxes on adult-use cannabis are upset their businesses were mentioned in an independent audit critical of the new program. City officials are holding off on announcing a second round of grants to Black-owned businesses on the east side while considering changes to the program to create a more consistent system for disbursing and monitoring grant funds.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Green Family Stores will open the doors of its new Hyundai dealership on Stanford Avenue on Nov. 1.
- Perspectives Art Gallery, a fine art gallery space that features both local and national artists, opens its doors on Nov. 11 in Petersburg.
- Bloom Wine Bar & Florals will be opening Nov. 18 at 2 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, offering wine, craft cocktails, and beer, along with floral services and a space for private events.
- Springfield-area entrepreneurs Jeff Stauffer, Dan Thompson, Trevor Clatfelter, and Dave Thompson teamed up to launch Bus Gates, a company that sells bus safety devices, which are manufactured locally by Henson Robinson Company and shipped to school districts nationwide:
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Trent R. Nelson shares what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council; this is Council Roundup!
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Yummy Bowl, a Mongolian barbecue and sushi restaurant, has opened on Springfield’s west side.
- Jaalsa, an Indian fusion restaurant and bar, has opened on South Sixth Street.
- Roots Latin Grill held a grand opening last Friday for Socavon, a new bar and lounge located two doors down from the restaurant:
- Sheedy Shores WineGarden is closing at the end of this month except for occasional special events going forward. The final events are a "Hallowine" party on Oct. 28 and Joel Honey on Oct. 29 for the last show.
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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Springfield Clinic is set to hold a grand opening block party on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. for the new pediatrics facility on Old Jacksonville Road. The 40,000-square-foot building opened to patients Monday.
- Terry Wilson is opening Wilson Haberdashery on Springfield's west side.
- Sangamon County State's Attorney Dan Wright has been named the 7th Judicial Circuit's newest associate judge, and it appears likely that former state's attorney John Milhiser will return to his old job in mid-November.
- The 15 Under Fifteen small business awards program will take place Thursday, Oct. 19, from 5:30-7 p.m. at United Community Bank’s headquarters on Montvale Drive.
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In this episodelette of Lay of the Land, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Dr. Victoriana Schwartz - American College of Preventive Medicine
Trent and Dr. Schwartz discuss how to keep the children, grandchildren, and adults of the community and society properly and safely vaccinated and protected with the new school year either underway or drawing so very close; influenza, RSV, chickenpox, and COVID-19 are all amongst the topics of discussion in this conversation.
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In this episodelette of Lay of the Land, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Luis Rodriguez - The Illinois State Lottery
Trent and Luis chat about the upcoming, inaugural Illinois State Lottery Back-To-School Supply Drive later - 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. - on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at the Springfield Walmart located at 2760 North Dirksen Parkway, how the local community always supports initiatives like this, and why it is so important to help provide school supplies for children as the new school year quickly approaches.
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In this episodelette of Lay of the Land, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
- Author Miranda Freeman - The Stinky Smelly Pampered Prince
Trent and Miranda discuss the author's new book, "The Stinky Smelly Pampered Prince," what she hopes children and adults alike will take from the book, her inspiration for writing in general and specifically, and so much more!
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In this episode of Lay of the Land, Trent R Nelson talks with:
- Kerry Ward and John Stearns - The Springfield Road Runners Club
Trent, Kerry, and John discuss the Springfield Road Runners Club, the Illinois State Fair Parade Run, the comradery of the outfit, and the inspiration behind the passion. Join us for the chat!
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Hear Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher's opening statements concerning the events that occurred at approximately 12:15 pm on Thursday, July 29, and what has unfurled to date since.
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Frank McNeil talks with Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon.
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With the current air quality in Illinois - and much of the midwest and south - in dangerous territory as a result of the Canadian wildfires, HSHS Medical Group decided to hold a press conference to make some facts known for the public and their safety!
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Summer is the time when blood donations drop because of vacations and other commitments. But summer season is also "trauma season," when we see more accidents and injuries that require blood transfusions. ImpactLife held a news conference Wednesday, World Blood Donor Day, to talk about the importance of blood donations.
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Governor JB Pritzker and legislative leaders announce that they have reached agreement on a new state budget.
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During a stop in Springfield, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin talks to reporters about the debt ceiling dispute, his working relationship with new Mayor Misty Buscher, and more.
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Ground is broken on the new $10 million Base Civil Engineer complex at the 183rd Wing base at Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport in Springfield. Guest speakers include National Guard Adjutant General Richard Neely and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin.
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Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher offers an update on the situation with the Wyndham hotel in this brief Q&A with WMAY's Jim Leach.
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The Laborers' Disaster Relief Team, which responds to major disasters across Central Illinois, announces big donations to bolster the volunteer group's efforts. Speakers include Brad Schaive of Laborers Local 477, Frank Vala (who along with his wife made a personal $50,000 donation for the purchase of equipment trailers), Sherman Mayor Trevor Clatfelter, Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell, Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher, and state Senator Doris Turner (D-Springfield).
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Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher delivers remarks at the State of Greater Springfield luncheon on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
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Sangamon County Board chairman Andy Van Meter delivers remarks at the State of Greater Springfield luncheon on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
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Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher and Sangamon County Board Chairman Andy Van Meter answer questions after their remarks at the State of Greater Springfield luncheon. Former state Rep. Tim Butler, now head of the Illinois Railroad Association, was the moderator.
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38 months after the COVID-19 pandemic arrived in Central Illinois, the declared public health emergency has officially come to an end. Governor JB Pritzker and other state and local leaders marked the occasion with a news conference Thursday at the Sangamon County Public Health Department in Springfield.
Other featured speakers include county public health director Gail O'Neill; Dr. Raj Govindaiah, chief medical officer at Springfield Memorial Hospital; Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch; Sen. Doris Turner (D-Springfield); and more.
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New Mayor Misty Buscher, other citywide elected officials, and the newly-elected City Council -- including three brand new alderpersons -- take the oath of office in ceremonies at the BOS Center in Springfield. WMAY was proud to bring the event to you live.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal.
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Bishop talks with Springfield Mayor-elect Misty Buscher about her plans as she prepares to take the office.
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Jim Leach talks with Sarah Waggoner, Tourism Manager for the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau about what's on tap for the month of March.
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Jim Leach talks with Sarah Waggoner, Tourism Manager for the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau about events coming to town in February.
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Jim Langfelder VS Misty Buscher
The City of Springfield Mayoral Forum is brought to you by The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce, along with the Illinois Times, Mid-West Family - Springfield, IL, and the Springfield Business Journal. Listen to full mayoral forum from Wednesday, January 25, live from the Hoogland Center for the Arts.
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Jim Leach talks with Sarah Waggoner, Tourism Manager for Visit Springfield about upcoming New Year festivities, as well events coming to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum, and updated hours to the city's visitors center. Learn more: https://visitspringfieldillinois.com/
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Jim Leach talks with Sarah Waggoner, Tourism Manager for the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau about the upcoming holiday happenings.
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Greg Bishop is back, and he is talking with State Senator Darren Bailey about the Election, the SAFE-T act, and more
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Nikki Budzinski, democratic candidate for Congress.
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Illinois Times Staff Writer Scott Reeder.
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Tim Drea, President of the Illinois AFL-CIO.
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Mailee Smith, Staff Attorney & Director of Labor Policy at the Illinois Policy Institute.
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Illinois State Representative Tim Butler.
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community.
Topics Discussed In This Interview:
- Chipotle Mexican Grill plans to open a second location in Springfield this winter.
- Elizabeth Eckert has opened Bar Bella as part of Bella Boutique.
- An elevated viewing area near the Capitol and a paved trail for pedestrians and bicyclists are among the options that could revitalize neighborhoods and attract business and residential developers to Springfield's urban center along a corridor now used by trains.
- The public is being asked to weigh in on plans to redevelop the Third Street rail corridor, which will be vacated when train traffic in Springfield is transferred to the 10th Street corridor by 2025.
- The city of Springfield is now in the midst of a traffic signal modernization project that includes converting Fourth Street to two-way from South Grand to Dodge and Adams Street from Sixth to Ninth Street. The changes will take place by the end of 2023.
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Brenden Moore, Illinois State Government Report for Lee Enterprises.
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Chicago Tribune Political Reporter Rick Pearson.
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with former Illinois State Representative and current candidate for Secretary of State Dan Brady.
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Ray LaHood, former United States Secretary of Transportation about his experiences on September 11, 2001.
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Carol Marin -- Co-Director, DePaul Center for Journalism Integrity & Excellence.
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Patrick Pfingten talks with Robert Rosenthal from IlliniBoard.com about the latest from the Fighting Illini.
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Adam Mackey from Track Enterprises joins Greg Bishop to talk about this weekend's USAC Silver Crown + Sportsman and ARCA Menards Series + Sportsman at the Illinois State Fairgrounds.
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Greg Bishop is back, and talks with Alderman Ralph Hanauer about the recent city council meeting
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Rick Tyler, political analyst for on MSNBC and the author of Still Right: An Immigrant-Loving, Hybrid-Driving, Composting American Makes the Case for Conservatism
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Mark McKinnon, a former communications strategist and is the co-creator, co-executive producer, and co-host of Showtime's The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with former Illinois congressman John Shimkus.
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Patrick Pfingsten talks with Ray Long, longtime political reporter for the Chicago Tribune.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal.
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Patrick Pfingsten, filling in for Jim Leach, talks with Illinois Supreme Court Justice Lisa Holder White.
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Patrick Pfingsten, filling in for Jim Leach, talks with Illinois State Senator Steve McClure.
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Patrick Pfingsten, filling in for Jim Leach, talks with former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, Pat Brady.
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Patrick Pfingsten, filling in for Jim Leach, talks to Illinois State Representative Tim Butler.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal.
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Guest host Patrick Pfingsten talks with Jesse Reising
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Guest host Patrick Pfingsten talks with Matt Hausman
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Greg Bishop talks with former president Donald Trump
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Guest host Patrick Pfingsten talks with Regan Deering
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Greg Bishop talks with members of The Muni's second show of the season, Ragtime. Sara Goeckner plays Mother and Brett Rutherford plays Father. Deb Rudis is the Muni President
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Greg Bishop checks in with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest business happenings in our community.
Topics Discussed In This Interview: Aviatori Coffeehouse opened Monday in a historic house on North Logan Avenue. Joe and Juliana Coppick purchased the property from the estate of Tony Leone. Steve Koch has sold his financial planning practice, Koch, Sylvia and Associates, to Jennifer Sylvia in anticipation of his upcoming retirement. Dr. Will Putman and his fiancé, Dr. Taylor Johnson, have purchased Dr. Robert Burris’ dental practice on Clocktower Drive. The business community is invited to a ceremony honoring the 2020, 2021 and 2022 Best Places to Work winners, sponsored by United Community Bank and Springfield Business Journal. Please join us on Thursday, May 19, from 5:30-7 p.m. at the United Community Bank on Montvale Drive.
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The Council Roundup is every Wednesday morning at 7am.
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The Glenwood Titans Phil Strahle sits down with Mike Wennmacher to discuss his choice of continuing his football career at Knox College. Phil also speaks about his time at Glenwood.
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The Glenwood Titans Jacob Tedrow sits down with Mike Wennmacher to discuss his choice of continuing his football career at Loras College. Jacob also speaks about his time at Glenwood.
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Every Wednesday Morning at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting on The Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting every Wednesday morning at 7am on the Council Roundup.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in our community.
Topics Discussed In This Interview: Taki Taco, specializing in Japanese-style gelato ice cream treats, will be opening soon in Parkway Pointe. Hotel occupancy rates plummeted during the pandemic, and now high gas prices and economic uncertainty threaten to hinder further recovery. The state legislature is considering one-time grants to hotels to help. While proponents of the $3 billion Heartland Greenway pipeline project insist it's safe and environmentally friendly, landowners, farmers and environmentalists are voicing concerns. The pipeline's branches across five states would converge to bring CO2 to Christian County, where it would be permanently stored underground.
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Comedian Michael Yo stops by to discuss his new comedy special on YouTube " I Never Thought"
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Mike asks whether you ever take your wedding ring off and if so when and why? Also have you ever lost your wedding ring?
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Mike is in for Bishop once again and brings his weekly chat with Managing Editor of Fandango.com Erik Davis to the show, Erik and Mike discuss the Critics Choice Awards, the Obi-Wan trailer, the Ms. Marvel trailer, and the movie X among other things.
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Mike is in once again for Bishop and does his best to help you fill out your NCAA tourney bracket. Mike takes a look at the Midwest region, is Iowa on enough of a roll to make it to the final 4?
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Mike continues his week long fill in for Bishop and offers up a scientific approach to filling out your bracket as well as gives a breakdown of the bracket's West region. Mike is a little bias in this region however as Gonzaga is his favorite team.
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Greg Bishop talks with Taylor Stevens, Client Care Manager for SYNERGY HomeCare of Central Illinois, discussing recent accolades the organization has received, both locally and nationwide.
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Mike Wennmacher is in for Greg Bishop this week and asks listeners what is a movie 35 years old or older that still stands the test of time. The listeners come up with a lot of strong flicks as well as one not so good one.
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Mike Wennmacher is in for Bishop this week and takes a look at the Region of the NCAA Men's basketball tourney where the Fighting Illini find themselves..the South Region. Just how far will the Illini go and could there be a Illini vs Loyola rematch? Listen to what Mike has to say.
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Greg Bishop is joined by Stacey Law from Law Automotive, providing tips and tricks to keep your vehicle running smoothly and help save on your gas mileage.
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Greg Bishop talks with Chris Nagel, Owner & Executive Director of Playpen Sports Academy.
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Greg Bishop talks Jamie Daniel from Fur-Ever Friends Grooming on the Business In The 217 segment.
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Greg Bishop talks with Sierra Voss, owner of Wild Wellness -- located at 7032 Kingsmill Ct in Springfield.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in our community.
Topics Covered In This Interview: A sign has appeared at the site of the former TGI Fridays: Dynasty Korean Steakhouse & Bar coming soon. Playpen Sports is launching in Springfield on March 7. The March issue of SBJ is out, featuring this year’s Best Places to Work recipients: SPAVIA, American Legion Post 32, SCHEELS, Prairie Engineers, and Express Employment Professionals.
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Jim Leach talks with Amy Beadle, Sales & Marketing Manager for the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau about events coming to our community.
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Greg Bishop is joined by Kayla Graven, Executive Director for Downtown Springfield, Inc. to talk about what is happening in our community.
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Greg Bishop recaps the City Council every Wednesday morning at 7am with The Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with Diane Tinsley from Your Home Team - The Real Estate Group on Business In The 217.
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The Better Government Association joins Jim Leach live in studio for Full Disclosure
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in our community.
Topics Discussed In The Interview: Kelsea Duncan has opened Wildflower Bakery in Chatham. America Ambulance relocating to 755 Apple Orchard Road in Park South. The state of Illinois has purchased nearly 10 acres of land in Dirksen Business Park to construct a new central computing facility for the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology Nominations are now open for Women of Influence.
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Greg Bishop talks with Travis Blaney from Two Men & A Truck on Business In The 217.
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Every Wednesday morning at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting on the Council Roundup
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Kevin and Jim discuss commercials, and Kevin takes calls about the game, half time show, and plenty other things
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Greg BIshop sits down with Ryan Giacomini of The Radon Guy on our latest Business In The 217.
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Every Wednesday Morning at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the weeks Committee of the Whole meeting on The Council Roundup.
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Shannon is running for Comptroller
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Greg Bishop talks with Kim Staff of Staff Carpet about the Springfield Area Home Builders Association (SAHBA) Home Expo happening February 4-6 at the BOS Center in Springfield.
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Greg Bishop talks with Curt Trampe of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen about the Springfield Area Home Builders Association (SAHBA) Home Expo happening February 4-6 at the BOS Center in Springfield.
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Greg Bishop talks with Lee-Ann Burgener, Executive Officer for the Springfield Area Home Builders Association (SAHBA) Home Expo happening February 4-6 at the BOS Center in Springfield.
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Greg Bishop talks with Curt Trampe of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen about the Springfield Area Home Builders Association (SAHBA) Home Expo happening February 4-6 at the BOS Center in Springfield.
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Greg Bishop talks with Kim Staff of Staff Carpet about the Springfield Area Home Builders Association (SAHBA) Home Expo happening February 4-6 at the BOS Center in Springfield.
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Greg Bishop welcomes Kayla Graven, Executive Director of Downtown Springfield, Inc. every month to discuss updates and the latest happenings in Downtown Springfield.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in our community. Monday was the grand opening for Beef 'O' Brady's Springfield location. Franchise Joe Rupnik previously operated The Pasta House Co. at the corner of Veterans Parkway and Wabash Avenue. Chris and Amy Benad opening Hae’s Bakery and Coffee Shoppe on West Jefferson. Mike Niehaus of Windsor Homes is constructing 16,000 square feet of office and warehouse space on Cockrell.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting every Wednesday morning at 7am
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in our community.
This Week's Interview Includes: While the downtown hotel project that was previously awarded $7 million in TIF is off the table, the city is moving forward with plans to demolish the parking garage at Fourth and Washington streets as part of efforts to redevelop the site. University of Illinois Springfield is considering three potential locations nearby for a downtown campus. Farmstead Primitive Co. in Chatham is in the process of relocating and will reopen in a new, larger location Feb. 1. Mosquito Joe has the building at 1831 S. 11th St. under contract, contingent upon a zoning change.
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Greg Bishop touches base with Kevin Hart on Springfield Theatre Centre's Miscast Cabaret which he is a part of. The production was pushed back several months
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Every Wednesday morning at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting on The Council Roundup.
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Greg Bishop starts the new year talking with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in the business community.
Topics Discussed In This Interview: Jim Sullivan is the new CFO of PH Broughton & Sons. Erica Johnson is stepping down from her role at HSHS due to a move to Arizona. Renovations are underway on the north wing of the Illinois Capitol with a total price tag of $224 million, already appropriated by the Rebuild Illinois Capital Plan. Nominations are now open for Best Places to Work, deadline of January 21 to be considered.
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Greg Bishop welcomes Tara Matheson, from Impact Life about the importance of blood donation during and around the holidays. If you're interested in donating, reach out to Impact Life at 800-747-5401 or visit their official website!
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal in out end-of-year wrap up for Business In The 217.
Here's what happened in 2021:
Changes to Springfield-based national companies In January, Family Video began to close down its remaining stores nationwide, and two of its former Springfield locations were converted to Dollar General stores. The MacArthur location will become a GoPuff distribution center. Sonepar USA has acquired Springfield Electric Supply Company, a family-owned electric wholesale distribution company founded in 1932.
Historic preservation successes: Conn’s Hospitality Group transformed Merchant House from a retail store to an urban event space and purchased the Vinegar Hill Mall Complex Douglas Pope returned to his hometown of Petersburg with an ambitious $3 million project to transform the town square, including the historic Broadgauge Building. Tony and Ann Libri are in the process of purchasing the former Benedictine University campus. According to Tony Libri, five of the 11 buildings will be sold to other developers and the remaining six will operate under a nonprofit organization so that any income generated will go toward restoration of the properties.
Medical expansion St. John’s Children’s Hospital doubled the size of its NICU Springfield Clinic has acquired multiple properties surrounding its main campus Springfield Memorial Hospital purchased and demolished the former Homestyle Inn and Suites Medics First/Memorial partnering to occupy the former Shop ‘n Save on North Grand
Challenges with caring for the elderly St. Joseph's Home of Springfield, a long-term care facility that had served the elderly since 1903, closed in December, along with Heritage Health of Springfield.
Leadership changes: Kayla Graven was named the new executive director of Downtown Springfield, Inc. Mike Murphy was chosen as the next president and CEO of the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce.
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Greg Bishop talks with Christina Yoc, a Farmers Insurance agency owner who also operates the pet care and lodging business LCPL Wellness in Virden, Illinois.
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Greg Bishop talks with Matthew Eck, Sports Director for the Springfield YMCA about winter basketball & soccer programs - registration is open but will close on Friday, December 24.
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Greg Bishop talks with Sharon Reynolds, Community Relations Coordinator for The Villas Senior Care Community in our Business In The 217 segment.
Topics Discussed In The Interview: Changes, requirements & recommendations that are benefitting the residents at The Villas Goals for 2022 and plans that will set The Villas apart from other facilities.
To learn more about The Villas Senior Care Community, contact Sharon Reynolds at (217) 744-2299 or visit their OFFICIAL WEBSITE.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about local happenings in our community. Carrollton Bank is in the midst of an expansion at its branch on Wabash Avenue in Springfield. Less than a year after opening, Million's Crab Boiled Seafood has closed its Springfield location. The restaurant was part of the company's aggressive expansion throughout the Midwest over the past two years. The Cake Shoppe is planning a February opening in the former Shabby Shack building at 449 N. Walnut.
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Greg Bishop talks with Mario Cannon about a new adventure in Lincoln, Elite Kicks, LLC -- opening on Saturday, December 11 with a special guest from Chicago Fire.
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On this edition of the Council Roundup, Greg Bishop discusses last night's meeting with Aldermen Joe McMenamin, Chuck Redpath, and Shawn Gregory. The Council Roundup is every Wednesday Morning at 7am
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal on the latest happenings in our community.
Topics Discussed This Week: Medics First has purchased the former Shop 'n Save on North Grand Avenue, and Memorial Health will lease space in the building. Memorial Health has acquired the property at 500 N. First St. and is in the process of demolishing the former Homestyle Inn and Suites. Erica Smith, executive director of Helping Hands of Springfield, will join Hospital Sisters Health System as the executive director of Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach. Brian and Melissa Reilly of Cured Catering are acquiring 5 Flavors and Secret Recipes from Chip Kennedy.
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Greg Bishop talks with Emily Faucon, General Manager of Broadgauge -- a restaurant. bar, and event space coming to Petersburg very soon.
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Greg Bishop talks with Laura Barogiola of Coldwell Banker Springfield on the role of realtors in the home buying process, the home buying and selling landscape, plus hitting on ‘Christmas Gone Wild’ — an upcoming fundraising and donation drive to help WILD Canine Rescue.
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Greg Bishop talks with Kitty Boyce, owner of Remarkable Resale on Business In The 217. Learn more at https://www.remarkableresale.com/
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about what's happening in our community.
This Week's Topics Include: Laguna Brava Mexican Restaurant opened last week in the former Los Agaves space in Sherwood Plaza. Grand opening is planned this weekend for Peace, Love & Sweat. Lincoln Plaza Galleria on the Old State Capitol Plaza has reopened after an HVAC problem caused them to close a few days after their soft opening
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Greg Bishop talks with Rich & Stacie Klein from Skydrop Energy on the Business In The 217 segment.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in our community.
Topics Covered This Week: Proud Richard’s, a new contemporary American cuisine restaurant, will open this week in the former Lonzerotti’s space in Jacksonville. The October announcements of two Springfield nursing home closures both cited staffing issues. Those in the industry say the pandemic has brought to a head issues that have existed for years. The Sangamon County Board has approved what would be the largest solar project in Illinois, slated to begin construction late next year. It will nearly double the megawattage of Illinois’ current solar production.
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Greg Bishop talks Steve Brooks, owner of Brooks Art Glass on the Business In The 217 segment.
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Greg Bishop talks with Zach Williams, General Manger of Monster Pawn on the Business In The 217 segment.
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AG Kwame Raoul and others talking about potentially unsafe children's toys at the holidays
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Greg Bishop talks with Mark Pettyjohn of the Nature's Child Academy on the Business In The 217 segment.
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Greg Bishop talks with Dave Rikas, President of MJ Kellner, who recently announced that the company is now 100% employee-owned.
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Jim Leach talks with Amy Beadle, Sales & Marketing Director for the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau about the latest events coming to our community.
Topics Covered In This Interview: Old Capitol Holiday Walks Light up the Gables Annual Light up the Park, Chatham Community Park Sangamon CEO Ice Rink 11/6-12/29 Wed, Fri-Sun Winter Holiday Floral Show at Washington Park
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Greg Bishop talks with Steve Poe from East Side Marine on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Chad Wallace, owner of Oak Tree Organics to wrap up Farmer Appreciation Week and Thank-A-Farmer -- powered by Culver's West On Wabash.
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Greg Bishop talks with Marty Marr, Vice President of the Illinois Corn Growers Association in our Farmer Appreciation Week series, Thanks A Farmer -- powered by Culver's West On Wabash.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about what's happening in our local community.
This Week's Topics Include: Kristina Barbee is planning to open Ad Astra Wine Bar & Market in downtown Springfield. Maggie Angeli has opened Smokin’ Mirror Salon downtown. Dr. Sam Oertel has relocated Living Well Chiropractic and expanded the practice.
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Greg Bishop continues Farmer Appreciation Week with #ThankAFarmer and talks with President-Elect of the Illinois Pork Producers Thomas Titus.
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Ahead of the new docu-series "Being Blago" on Hulu, Greg Bishop talks with former Illinois Governor Blagojevich
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Greg Bishop continues to highlight the farming community during Farmer Appreciation Week with ‘Thank-A-Farmer’ and talks with Diana Beaty —owner of Beaty Farm and the President of the Sangamon County Farm Bureau.
Topics Discussed In This Interview The Sangamon County Farm Bureau Helping Educate Our ‘Urban Neighbors’ The Struggles To Farming, Misconceptions Faced By Farmers
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Greg Bishop kicks off Farmer Appreciation Week with 'Thank-A-Farmer' and talks with Richard Guebert Jr. -- President of the Illinois Farm Bureau. What Is The Role Of The Illinois Farm Bureau? Impact That Illinois Farmers Have In Our Community & Nationwide Misconceptions & Challenges Of Farming
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Greg Bishop talks with Ashley Sims, owner of Ashley's At Home Grooming on the Business In The 217 segment.
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Greg Bishop talks with Steve Bailey from AXIS Accounting & Tax Service in Business In The 217. Learn more about their services: https://www.myaxistax.com/
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Earlonne Woods stops by to share his amazing story of going from spending 31 years to life in prison due to California's 3 strike rule to starting up the "Ear Hustle" podcast to having his sentence Commuted. Mike and Earl discuss Mental Health in the prison community as well as the importance of having a purpose in life.
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Actor James Jude Courtney who plays "The Shape" AKA Michael Myers in the new Halloween trilogy stops by to discuss the physical and emotional endurance it takes to play a horror icon. Also let's us know that Anthony Michael Hall is a little more intense than we probably thought he was.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happening in our community.
This Week's Topics Include: Beelzebunz, the so-called Satanic bakery, has opened a retail location downtown in the former Jerk Shop Go space. The city of Springfield's Economic Development Commission has unanimously approved $520,000 in TIF financing toward a $1.5 million project to create a rooftop bar and significantly expand the kitchen at Floyd's Thirst Parlor. Bill McGee will close his State Farm office on October 31 after 37 years in business.
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Greg Bishop talks with Richard Zillion, creator of Zillion's Chili Bowl Chili Season Mix about his history. Enjoy Zillion's Chili at the Mary Bryant Home For The Blind & Visually Impaired Drive-Thru Chili & Soup Supper Fundraiser on October 28-29.
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Erik Davis Managing Editor of Fandango.com stops by for his weekly chat. This week Mike and Erik talk NYCC, Halloween Kills, Ghostbusters Afterlife, The Last Duel and more.
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CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta tops by to talk with Mike about his new book "World War C". The two also discuss medical misinformation, vaccine hesitancy, and what it is like working with the crew from Sesame Street.
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Wildlife Biologist and host of Extinct or Alive Forrest Galante stops by to talk with Mike about his new show Mysterious Creatures on Animal Planet and Discovery +. Forrest discusses growing up in Zimbabwe, the research that goes into the show, and the time he escaped a charging hippo.
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Jim Leach is covering for Greg Bishop this week. Recapping the Committee of the Whole Meeting, Jim spoke with Alderwoman DiCenso and Alderman Donelan.
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Sportswriter and New York Times Best Selling Author Joe Posnanski stops by to discuss his new book "The Baseball 100" where Joe ranks the 100 greatest players of all time.
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Erik Davis Managing Editor of Fandango.com stops by for his weekly chat about all things movies. This week Erik and Mike discuss the Venom Stinger scene, where the Sopranos franchise goes next, and is No Time To Die a fitting send off for Daniel Craig.
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Jim Leach talked with Paul Page ahead of an Appearance in Springfield
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The Fat Ass 5k is right around the corner! Chrisy Maher tells us all about it.
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Erik Davis makes his weekly visit to the program. This week Erik and Mike discuss the new Guillermo Del Toro flick Nightmare Alley and its trailer, the Dark Christmas film Silent Night, Is the main lead to old in Dear Evan Hansen and what can you expect from the Venom sequel out next week.
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The Council Roundup is every Wednesday morning at 7am
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Jim Leach checks in with Amy Beadle, Sales & Marketing Manager for the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau to see what’s happening this weekend and other events in our community.
Events Mentioned In This Interview: Route 66 Mother Road Car Festival Echoes Of Yesteryear: A Historic Walk Through Oak Ridge Cemetery Fat Ass 5K & Street Party For Charity Carve For The Carillon & Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Roasted: Hot Pots & Pork
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Every week, Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about what’s happening in our community.
This Week’s Topics Include: Kim Dixon has sold The Wardrobe to Sami McElwee, who will become the fourth owner of the women’s clothing establishment that has been in business since 1963. Two new businesses, Naukhaas Makeup Studio and This or That Boutique, opened last weekend on West White Oaks Drive. Pella Windows & Doors has purchased a building on West Wabash.
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Actor BD Wong stops by to talk with Mike and Johnny about his upcoming directorial debut with an episode of Awkwafina is Nora From Queens. BD also discusses the importance of different cultures being represented in TV and films as well as what Dr. Wu would have to say about the news of a company trying to bring back the Wolly Mammoth in real life.
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Erik Davis Managing Editor of Fandango.com stops by for his weekly chat with Mike. This week the two discuss what makes a Best Picture Nominee, what are some films to look for coming out of the Toronto International Film Festival, are they really making a "Twins" sequel and how is Clint Eastwood's "Cry Macho" Flick.
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He has been acting for almost 50 years so odds are you know his face. Actor Richard Masur stops by to talk with Mike about his new movie Hudson as well as discuss the Disney Sunday Night movie cult classic Mr. Boogedy.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting every Wednesday morning at 7am on The Council Roundup
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Dancing With the Stars star and judge of World of Dance Derek Hough stops by to discuss his upcoming residency at the Venetian in Las Vegas.
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Erik Davis, Managing Editor of Fandango.com stops by for his weekly chat with Mike to discuss the new Matrix trailer, Shang Chi's Box Office Success, and Fandango's fall movie preview.
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Jim Leach talks with Dr. Careyana Brenham from the SIU Center For Family Medicine about Gender Equity & Transgender Clinic services available to LGBTQIA+ patients.
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Actor, model, singer Susan Anton stops by to talk with Mike about her new project Idol Chat on Retro TV and Family Channel. The two also discuss the time she performed Shakespeare on the back of a donkey with Billy Crystal. Plus what it is like when someone tells you that had a picture of you hanging on their wall.
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Actor D.B. Sweeney stops by to talk with Mike about his new movie out Friday September 10th "Manson Brothers Midnight Zombie Massacre" D.B. and Mike also discuss the training that went into making the "Cutting Edge"
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Actress Laurie Fortier who plays Agatha on the Walking Dead stops by to discuss with Mike and Johnny what it is like on the set of the hit program and which characters weapon she would choose to use in a real Zombie Apocalypse.
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Erik Davis, Managing Editor of Fandango.com makes his weekly visit to the show. Due to some technical difficulties the chat is old school over the phone. Erik and Mike discuss some more movies moving release dates as well as how Shang Chi will do at the box office this weekend for Marvel.
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Jim Leach talks with Asiya Mohammed, MD about geriatric care at SIU Center for Family Medicine.
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Every Wednesday morning at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting on the Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal on the latest happenings in our community.
This Weeks Topics Include: Tanya Rolfe has opened Timeless Beauty MedSpa at 301 South Grand Ave. West. - Apricot Lane Boutique has opened on West Iles Avenue. Lincoln Land Community College, in partnership with Memorial Health System, has opened a state-of-the-art facility aimed at addressing the regional nursing shortage.
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You know him from Scrubs and Office Space, Actor John C. McGinley stops by to talk with Mike about his new role on the final season of Brooklyn 99. The guys also discuss John's turn on Chicago PD and his role as a scout in Summer Catch.
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Greg Bishop talks with Cheri Leverton, owner of Simply Elegant by Cheri on the Business In The 217 Segment.
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Greg Bishop talks with The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce Small Business Award winner, Tim Smith of Evan Lloyd Associates who is the recipient of the Lifetime Award.
Photo Credit: Ed Clark Photography
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Greg Bishop talks with The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce Small Business Award winner, Mark Denzler of the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association who is the recipient of the Not-For-Profit Award.
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Greg Bishop talks with The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce Small Business Award winner, Mark Forinash of Café Moxo who is the recipient of the Small Business Award.
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Greg Bishop talks with Craig Williams II, President of the Springfield Muni Board Officers about the upcoming events happening around our community!
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Managing Editor of Fandango.com Erik Davis stops by for his weekly chat with Mike. This week the two discuss the news coming out of Cinema-con, the Spider Man "No Way Home" Trailer and this week's new release "Candyman"
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Jim Leach talks with Amy Beadle, Sales & Marketing Manager for the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau about events coming to our community in September 2021.
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Greg Bishop talks with Travis Blaney, Business Development Director for Two Men & A Truck in Springfield about The Blaney Challenge, which goes down on Saturday, September 11 at Piper Glen Golf Course and benefits the American Cancer Society.
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Greg Bishop talks with Alice Roate and Cindy Smith from the Logan County Tourism Bureau on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in our local community.
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Greg Bishop talks with Lauren Stead and Jay Shanle from the Springfield Oyster & Beer Festival, which happens Saturday, September 4 from 12-5PM at the Inn At 835 Boutique Hotel in Springfield.
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Erik Davis of Fandango.com stops by for his weekly chat. Erik and Mike discuss the new "Eternals" trailer as well as the latest Marvel "What If" episode. This week's new movie releases are also discussed.
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Actor Allen Maldonado stops by to discuss his new show on Starz "Heels". It being a show about pro wrestling Mike geeks out a bit. The two also touch on Allen being in the upcoming "House Party" reboot.
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Live from the Illinois State Fair, Greg Bishop breaks down the recent city council meeting on The Council Roundup
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Erik Davis makes his weekly stop by the program to chat with Mike about all things movies and entertainment. This week the guys discuss what box office numbers really mean nowadays as well as all the new releases this week including, Free Guy, Respect, Don't Breathe 2, and CODA
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Jim Leach talks with Daphne Kuehl, Certified Nurse Midwife at the SIU Center for Family Medicine in Springfield.
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Legendary boxer turned actor Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini stops by to chat with Mike about a new film he is in "6:45" The guys also discuss the Paul brothers and whether they are real boxers or not.
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Managing editor of Fandango.com Erik Davis stops by for his weekly chat with Mike. The guys discuss the new Venom trailer,the upcoming animated Marvel Series What If on Disney+, as well as this week's big release "Suicide Squad"
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The Long Island Medium Theresa Caputo joins Mike to discuss her upcoming show at the BOS Center in Springfield on September 18th. She discusses what people can expect from the experience as well as some interesting things ol' Abe Lincoln has shared with her over the years!
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's City Council meeting on a special Thursday morning Council Roundup
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Wendy Dio stops by to chat about the new Ronnie James Dio Autobiography "Rainbow in the Dark" that she help finish for her late husband. Wendy also discusses other upcoming projects to keep Ronnie's memory and music alive
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Actor, businessman, and now author Donal Logue chats with Mike about Danny Trejo's memoir "TREJO. My Life of Crime, Redemption, and Hollywood" that Donal co-wrote. Donal also shows Springfield and the ALPLM some love
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in our community.
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Actress and Author Elisa Donovan chats with Mike about her new memoir "Wake Me When You Leave" as well as the importance of mental health. She even calls back for an encore.
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Actress Marguerite Moreau chats with Mike about her new movie "Monuments". We also found out that a party thrown by her sibling led to her Original Mighty Duck gear being stolen!
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Greg Bishop talks with Dr. Amit Sapra from the SIU Center For Family Medicine about the latest with COVID-19, the Delta Variant, vaccines, and more.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Filling in for Greg Bishop, Jim Leach recaps the Committee of the Whole meeting and takes some calls as well. It's the Council Roundup every Wednesday morning at 7am.
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Greg Bishop talks with Adam Fricke, Project Specialist for Helitech on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Mike Camerer, Commander at the VFW Lafore Lock Post #755 about their 100th Anniversary.
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Greg Bishop talks with Dr. Christopher Gleason from the SIU Center For Family Medicine on the difference between heat stroke and heat exhaustion, how to prevent them, and what to do if you think you're experiencing them.
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Greg Bishop talks with Amy Rasing from Illinois Presbyterian Home Communities on the Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop recaps the weeks Council Meeting every Wednesday morning at 7am on the Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in our community.
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Greg Bishop talks with David Ellis from 217 Clean Up on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Jim Weddigen from CBD Botanicals, located in Springfield and Edwardsville. Learn more: https://www.cbdbotanicalsonline.com/
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Greg Bishop talks with Scott Richardson, Executive Director for The Legacy Theatre and Diane Dietz, who plays Marian The Librarian in 'The Music Man' -- which opens at The Legacy on July 9.
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Greg Bishop talks with Lauren Stead, Chairperson for the Springfield Oyster & Beer (SOB) Festival -- which returns to the Inn At 835 Boutique Hotel on Saturday, September 4.
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Every Wednesday morning at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting on the Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting on the Council Roundup every Wednesday morning at 7am
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Jim Leach talks with Meghan Golden, Licensed Clinical Social Worker at the SIU Center for Family Medicine about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest business happenings in our community.
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Greg Bishop talks about all sorts of crank calling from robocalls to live calls, and gets pranked himself.
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Greg Bishop talks with Marc Camp, Business Development Manager for Barcom Security on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Jenni Stevens, Executive Director and Scott Linde, Community Relations Director for Carriage Crossing Senior Living on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Dr. Christopher Smyre from the SIU Center For Family Medicine on the importance of men's health.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in our community.
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Greg Bishop talks with Scott Richardson, Executive Director for The Legacy Theatre on Business In The 217.
"The Music Man" opens on July 9 and runs through August 1. Get more information and your tickets now -- CLICK HERE!
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The Council Roundup is every Wednesday at 7am
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Every Wednesday at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole Meeting on the Council Roundup.
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Jim Leach talks with Dr. Tracy Aldridge about the variety of services available at the SIU Center For Family Medicine.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting every Wednesday morning at 7am on the Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest business happenings in our community.
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Greg Bishop talks with Wade Kammin from Wild Birds Unlimited, Inc. on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Nick Jones of Titan Games on Business In The 217.
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Jim Leach talks with Amy Beadle, Sales & Marketing Manager for the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau about upcoming events in our community.
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Greg Bishop talks with Careyana Brenham, MD -- Residency Program Director at SIU Center For Family Medicine about the importance of water safety as we head into the Memorial Day Weekend, which is the official kick off to summer.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting every Wednesday morning at 7am on the Council Roundup
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Connie Heskett of Keller Williams Realty and Colleen Stone with Habitat for Humanity join Greg Bishop on the WMAY Morning Newsfeed
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Jim Leach talks with Zachary Sims about skin health as we're heading into summer.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Every Wednesday morning at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole Meeting on the Council Roundup
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Erik Davis joins Mike on Thursdays
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Greg Bishop talks with Tony Boston, Board Member for the Sangamon County Fair. The Sangamon County Fair runs June 16-20, 2021 at the Sangamon County Fairgrounds in New Berlin.
Learn more: https://www.sangcofair.com/
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Greg Bishop talks with Camille Dunkley, MD at the SIU Center For Family Medicine about National Prevention Week (May 9-15). National Prevention Week is an annual health observance focused on increasing the prevention of substance use and the promotion of mental health.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Every Wednesday Morning at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting on the Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with Jeff Wantland, owner of Duct Dusters LLC. on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Amit Sapra, MD from SIU Center For Family Medicine about seasonal allergies.
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Every Wednesday Morning at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting on the Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, Publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in our community.
This week's topics include: Carpe Diem CrossFit opening on Monday – new 10,000 sq. ft. facility at 4600 Alex Dr. owned by local business owners Matt and Megan Saxsma and Karl and Shawn Backs. Arena Food Service has acquired GUDgut.life, a meal delivery service focused on healthy workplace lunches. J&J Ventures Gaming has acquired Illinois Gaming Systems, giving J&J Ventures nearly 3,000 locations in gaming and amusements. Springfield's third marijuana dispensary opened last week in the former AMC theatre in Parkway Pointe. Maribis hopes to eventually add a grow operation and onsite consumption lounge.
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Greg Bishop talks with Phil Cooper from the Springfield Jaycees about their upcoming Lawn Mower Clinic at O'Reilly Auto Parts at 1501 West Jefferson in Springfield on Saturday, May 1 from 9AM-12PM.
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Jim Leach talks with Dr. Eukesh Ranjit from the SIU Center For Family Medicine about geriatric care.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting every Wednesday morning at 7am on the Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest business happenings in our community.
This Week’s Topics Include: The Local Food, Local Places initiative is planning a shared commercial kitchen space downtown focused on local foods that would help lower economic barriers for farmers, bakers, chefs, restaurants bars and outdoor vendors. Sale of SJ-R building falls through, back on the market with asking price lowered from $2.9 million to $1.75 million. Women of Influence winners announced.
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Jim Leach talks with Amy Beadle, Sales & Marketing Manager for the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Jim Leach talks with Dr. Christopher Smyre from SIU Center For Family Medicine about health care disparities.
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Greg Bishop talks with Deb Bonner, Community Outreach Specialist for Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Walk A Mile In Her Shoes -- PCASA's annual event is virtual this year.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting every Wednesday morning at 7am on The Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about the latest happenings in the 217.
This week's topics: Grateful Coffee Co. has opened in the former Three Twigs Bakery space on Toronto Road. IC BBQ opening this Saturday in the former Turbo Fire Pizza location on North Dirksen Parkway. Davidsan’s Japanese Maples is closing due to the retirement of owner Gale Myers. Sangamon County courthouse getting $16.7 million renovation, coroner’s office moving to its own building on Dirksen Parkway.
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Greg Bishop talks with Dr. Matt VanderMolen, DDS from Advanced Dental Care Of Springfield.
To learn more about Advanced Dental Care and their 11th Annual Free Dental Day on Friday, May 7, click here!
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Greg Bishop talks with Lauren Stead, Marketing Director for Conn's Hospitality Group, Inc.
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Greg Bishop talks with Rebecca Howard, who is dedicated to helping children who have experienced abuse or neglect and specializes in the medical care of children in the foster care system.
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Greg Bishop talks with Dr. James Davis & Dr. Angela Davis Siterlet from Springfield Periodontics and Dental Implants.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, Publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about happenings in the business community.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting every Wednesday morning at 7am on The Council Roundup
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Pat Dowell is running for Secretary Of State
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Jim Leach talks with C. Leslie Smith, MD of SIU Center For Family Medicine about Integrative Medicine.
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Greg Bishop takes some phone calls and discusses gardening
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Jeffery Roth, author of Fires, Floods, and Taxicabs: Taking a Bite Out of Big Apple Bureaucracy joins Greg Bishop on the WMAY Morning Newsfeed to talk Cryptocurrency
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District 186 Subdistrict 6 candidate Tom Shafer called into the Morning Newsfeed on Tuesday
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Joe Boozell of PlayIllinois talks about what the Governor not renewing an executive order means for sports betting.
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Matt Bednarchik of the Illinois Association of Nurse Anesthetists joins Greg Bishop on the WMAY Morning Newsfeed
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Greg Bishop talks with Illinois Congressman Rodney Davis.
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Greg Bishop talks with GOP gubernatorial candidate Gary Rabine.
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Jim Leach talks with Dr. Amanda Krus-Johnston about the residency program at SIU Center For Family Medicine.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, Publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about what's happening in the business community.
This week's topics include: The current situation with former Office of Planning and Economic Development director, Val Yazell. Ocean Crab gets ready to open in the old Show Me's location Ashley Outlet Furniture prepares for reopening after supply chain issues with COVID.
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Greg Bishop talks with Will Bosaw of Illinois Power Equipment on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Dr. Waiz Wasey from SIU Center For Family Medicine about Sleep Health.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Jim Leach talks with Michelle Ownbey, Publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about happenings in the business community.
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Greg Bishop talks with Todd Miller, Owner/General Manager of the Springfield Sliders on the upcoming 2021 Prospect League season.
The Sliders are looking for host families for the 2021 season, learn more: https://springfieldsliders.com/
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Greg Bishop talks with Coleen Orme, manager of SmallCakes in Springfield on the Business In The 217 segment.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Greg Bishiop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting every Wednesday Morning at 7am on the Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, Publisher of the Springfield Business Journal every week about the latest happenings in our community.
This Week's Topics: The ordinance to replenish the downtown TIF with the $700K that was used to replace the roof on the municipal building is on the consent agenda for tonight’s city council meeting. Pole Barn Chic Event
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Greg Bishop talks with Brandy Kristin, owner of Unique Enchantments Salon & Gift Shoppe on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Kevin Cline, Founder & Lead Gunsmith at Blue Coat Arms Company in our Business In The 217 segment.
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Jim Leach talks with Anne Daly, Registered Dietician & Certified Diabetes Educator at SIU Center For Family Medicine.
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HSHS St John's Hospital Sleep Center Medical Director
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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March is National Kidney Month, Greg Bishop talks with Dr. Richa Pandey from Springfield Clinic about the importance of kidney health.
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Every Wednesday Morning at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole Meeting on the Council Roundup.
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Greg Bishop talks with Stacy Law, co-founder of Law Automotive in the Business In The 217 segment.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, Publisher of the Springfield Business Journal about happenings in the business community.
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Greg Bishop talks with Mark Hanna, Executive Director for the Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport on the WMAY Newsfeed. #BusinessInThe217
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Greg Bishop talks with John Fidler, Assistant VP of Mortgage Lending for Heartland Credit Union.
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Greg Bishop talks with Jennifer Bettis, Director of Advancement for Sacred Heart-Griffin about their annual fundraiser "Mosta Madness", which has been adapted to follow COVID rules.
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Jim Leach's Weekly Check-in with the Better Government Association
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole Meeting every Wednesday at 7am on The Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with local playwright/screenwriter Ryan Byers -- who is the author of the Chatham Area Public Library's Murder Mystery Fundraiser.
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Greg Bishop talks with Matthew Eck about the upcoming Spring Soccer Program at the Springfield YMCA.
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What's the coolest thing built in Illinois? The Illinois Manufacturers' Association wants your input.
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Open The Books CEO Adam Andrzejewski talks about some of whats in the $1.9 Trillion COVID Relief Bill expected to pass
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Greg Bishop talks with Dallas Lee Whittaker, member of the Trust and Investment Team at Marine Bank.
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Greg Bishop talks with Lisa Clemmons Stott, Executive Director of Downtown Springfield, Inc. about the difference between "growth" and "expansion" and the importance that has in our community.
More information on the book Lisa mentions, "Strong Towns: A Bottom-Up Revolution to Rebuild American Prosperity" -- click here!
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Jim Leach talks with Careyana M. Brenham, MD, Associate Professor for the Department of Family and Community Medicine at SIU Medicine about women's health on the WMAY Business Spotlight.
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Jim Leach's Weekly Check In with the Better Government Association
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Greg Bishop talks with Chris Butler, President of Butler Funeral Homes on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal every week about the latest happenings in the 217.
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Every Wednesday morning at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole Meeting on The Council Roundup
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After a string of shootings these past weeks, Alderman Shawn Gregory discusses what could be done.
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Darren Bailey announced last night that he will be running for Governor
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Alderman Chuck Redpath sounds off on the Fire spending in the state budget as well as the newly signed Police Reform Bill
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Greg Bishop talks with Melissa Hamilton, President of Synergetic Solutions, Inc. on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Lashonda Fitch, Executive Director for Oak Ridge Cemetery on Business In The 217.
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Jim Leach's weekly check-in with the Better Government Association
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal every week about the latest happenings in the 217.
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Every Wednesday at 7am, Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole Meeting on the Council Roundup
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Memorial Medical Center's System Director For Infection Prevention
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Greg Bishop talks with Dr. Tracy Aldridge from SIU Center For Family Medicine about vaccines.
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Greg Bishop talks with Springfield author Nana Liz about her recent children's book "I See Deer" on the WMAY Newsfeed.
To purchase the book, visit the "I See Deer" official website.
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Jim Leach's weekly check in with the Better Government Association
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal every week about the latest happenings in the 217.
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Every Wednesday morning, Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting on The Council Roundup.
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Greg Bishop talks with Kristen Shaffer & Aaron Pflug of Enliven Creative on Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Dr. Cynthia Thomas with the SIU Center For Family Medicine.
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Greg Bishop talks with Lisa Clemmons Stott, Executive Director for Downtown Springfield, Inc. about the future of downtown.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting every Wednesday morning at 7am on the Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal every week about the latest happenings in the 217.
This week’s topics include: Jerk Shop Go opening a second location at White Oaks Mall Former Show-Me’s building to become Ocean’s Crab Old Adventure Dive & Travel location now offers rental space & swim lessons Strong Towns: A Bottom-Up Revolution To Rebuild American Prosperity Book Review
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Greg Bishop talks with Carrie Ward, President of the Springfield Road Runners Club about the upcoming Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon -- which will be held virtually on April 3.
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Greg Bishop talks with Dale Brann from Heartland Hearing in our latest Business In The 217 segment.
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Greg Bishop breaks down the week's Committee Of The Whole meeting every Wednesday at 7am on the Council Round Up
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Jim Leach's weekly check-in with the Better Government Association
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole Meeting every Wednesday morning at 7 on the Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop checks in every week with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal on the latest happenings around Central Illinois.
This week's topics include: - Fish Window Cleaning Opening In Springfield - Another Starbucks Coming To Springfield - Long Nine Junction Closes, Open Two New Ventures - MacMurray College Updates
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Greg Bishop talks with Jeff Parmenter, Chief Development Officer for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois about their upcoming 'Cash For Kids Sake' -- replacing 'Bowl For Kids Sake' and National Mentoring Month.
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Greg Bishop talk with Ebben Moore, owner of Arlington's in Downtown Springfield.
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Greg Bishop talks with Mac Warren, Assistant Director of Recruitment & Response on Business In The 217.
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Jim Leach's weekly check in with the Better Government Association
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Greg Bishop and Michelle Owenby talking Biz Bites on the WMAY Morning Newsfeed
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole Meeting every Wednesday at 7am on the Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with Todd Howe, VP of Lending and Haley Fitzgerald, Consumer and Mortgage for Security Bank in the latest episode of Business In The 217.
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Greg Bishop talks with Mark Hanna, Executive Director of the Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport about the recent reopening of American Airlines flights to & from Dallas/Fort Worth.
Learn more about flights -- FlySPI.com
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Greg Bishop talks with local author Teressa Shelton about her latest project -- "The Sergeant's Daughter: A Memoir" -- which tells the story of challenges Shelton and her sisters face growing up with an abusive father.
The proceeds of the book go to Habitat For Humanity and the Central Illinois Foodbank. Beth Wakefield, PR Manager for the Central Illinois Foodbank joins the conversation as well.
Shelton’s book is available through Barnes and Noble and Amazon.
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Greg Bishop talks with Stacy Reed, Vice President of Programs & Marketing for the Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln on available grants.
Learn More: https://cfll.org/Grants-Scholarships/Recent-Grants
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Greg Bishop talks with Nabih Elhajj, Executive Director of Sangamon CEO about their latest project, the LRS Ice Rink at Scheels.
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Every Wednesday Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting on the Council Roundup
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Greg Bishop talks with Fred Weber from Flat Branch Home Loans. Learn more about services provided by Flat Branch Home Loans here: https://www.flatbranchhomeloans.com/locations/springfield-illinois
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Former Sheriff Neil Williamson and LLCC Foundation Executive Director Karen Sanders join us on the WMAY Morning NewsFeed
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Representative Brad Halbrook talks about a recent party he held that came under scrutiny
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Jim Leach's weekly check-in with the Better Government Association
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting every Wednesday
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Jimmy The Greek Leach takes a stellar record of 98-44-1 into Week 11. Here's how he sees the action Sunday & Monday.
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Todd Miller joins us to update what has been the longest off season in history, as the Springfield Sliders work through month 15 of a 21 month off season due to Coronavirus. Vaccine and protocol's willing, the Sliders look forward to entertaining everyone in May 2021.
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If you find yourself not being able to attend a Thanksgiving dinner due to COVID, you can still get a great meal from one of Springfield's best restaurants. Chef Michael Higgins tells us more..
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Owner Bill Tinsley shares an awesome Thanksgiving deal while he continues to deal with the devastating blows COVID-19 is dishing out to bars and restaurants.
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Brian talks about the best router for your home, and gives us the ups and downs of a Solid State Hard Drive on this edition of Web Wednesday.
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We asked you to build your Springfield Restaurant Mt. Rushmore, and you did not disappoint. Congratulations to all the great restaurants nominated by our listeners and to our "Rushmore Restaurants"
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It's a unique high-end store, but Liz with Bella Boutique notes that all price ranges--and even baby things--are found in her store.
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Crow's Mill Pub owner Scott Weitekamp takes his case to stay open to Springfield's streets.
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It's been two years since Springfield natives Kip and Brenda Nelsonought the Tacos Pepe truck and renamed it Fast Break Food Truck. You'll be surprised to find out they are doing in Pandemic-Challenged 2020.
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One of Springfield's best Italian places is featured as part of 217 Italian Food Week with two fantastic appetizers for you to try. Tom Guarino with Bella Milano talks about those dishes and life in the Covid world.
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Jim Leach's weekly check-in with the Better Government Association
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting every Wednesday morning on the Council Roundup.
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We get some insight on how to get a great deal on a new laptop during the big BLH computer sale.
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217 Italian Food Week brings us to the Curve Inn for one of their signature specials, the Buffalo Mac And Cheese at just $5!!
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It's a great idea that will bring a big city feel to Springfield. David Lee shares with us his vision for the Public Market.
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It's a classic Family Pizza Joint. Razzo's will wow you with the excellent service and outstanding family favs like pizza and how about a $5 Lasagna?! Owner Kyle Mayes shares his secrets on what makes his Rochester pizzeria one of a kind.
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Holiday Open House is on now at Springfield's Fair Trade Store Simply Fair. Laura Camp tells us all about it!
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Susan Cain, President of Vono Medical Supplies talks with Greg Bishop about her recent Lifetime Award for Business Owner Of The Year Award from the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce.
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Michelle Knox, owner of WindSolarUSA, Inc. talks with Greg Bishop about her recent Small Business Owner Of The Year Award from the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce.
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Big secret: The Greek could careless about another award for best radio personality. He would much rather tell you about his amazing 78-37-1 (.676) record this season picking NFL football games.
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Carolyn Johnson is the fourth generation owner of a shop that has been around for 90 years! See how old fashioned great service meets new technology as Johnson And Johnson remains a trusted place to take your vehicle.
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It's no easy feet. She has to oversee 30 stylists while maintaining a consulting business all the while. But Jessica Kocurek with Willow & Birch keeps it all running so well, that she managed to open a new shop in Taylorville.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole Meeting on a special Thursday edition of the Council Roundup
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Congressman Davis joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed the morning after winning his race against Democrat challenger Betsy Dirksen Londrigan.
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Jim Leach talks with Taylor Stevens, Client Care Manager for SYNERGY HomeCare in Springfield about in-home safety and how SYNERGY can help.
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The IHSA says they will go ahead with High School Basketball. Lanphier Basketball Coach Blake Turner is back with us to talk about it.
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Greg Bishop recaps this week's committee of the whole meeting.
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Jim Leach's Weekly check in with the Better Government Association
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Jim Leach talks with Taylor Stevens, Client Care Manager for SYNERGY HomeCare in Springfield about in-home safety and how SYNERGY can help.
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We visit with Tara Mattheson of the Central Illinois Community Blood Center about the dire need for blood in Central Illinois.
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Picks for Week 7 from Jimmy The Greek Leach. Record so far is 56-27-1
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It's so much more than a place to take your pet after it's crossed the rainbow bridge. Tails To Remember also has great items and services for your pewt, as owner Steve Dunker tells us you can even get your dog a cigar and a beer!
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Not only are the baked goods excellent, but so are the owners. Emily Lewis, her husband Tim, and God make up the three twigs that have propelled this bakery into multiple locations and a Springfield favorite. And we even got breaking news on the Toronto Road location at 2:50!
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Dr. Brian Willey with AlignLife talks about his office's whole health approach to making you feel your absolute best!
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Just a few weeks away from a new location, owner Jacquline Cuffle is getting ready to expand her successful westside salon. She shares the secrets of what makes Meraki such a success.
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John Stremsterfer with the Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln tells us about a project that has as much action as it has planning. Get ready to improve Springfield with The Next 10.
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The pandemic may have kept the Levitt Amp Music Series from happening, but it didn't keep the Levitt Foundation from staying active in the community. Part of a $5000 grant is earmarked for meals that will be served at two Springfield restaurants on Saturday. Ward 2 Alderman Shawn Gregory tells us more.
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Administrator Sharon Reynolds takes us down the long road back for The Villas at Sherman.
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We talk about the new Apple phones and cables and more on this edition of Web Wednesday with Brian from BLH.
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Video gaming, a plush, firm detour for the new Ashley Furniture Store, and a new westside fitness center are some of the topics we cover this week with Michelle Ownbey of the Springfield Business Journal.
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Jim's weekly check in with the Better Government Association.
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Chris Murphy recaps the weeks committee of the whole meeting.
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The Levitt Grant has allowed Downtown Springfield Inc.to go forward with money to not only feed those struggling and help two black owned businesses, but music lessons will be provided too. Lisa Clemmons-Stott with DSI joins us to talk about it.
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This year's Festival of Trees is an online event due to Covid-19. But Executive Director Melissa Hansen Schmadeke is bringing the famous fun associated with the event by sharing the fabulous trees with the rest of the world.
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It's an alarming number, now 1 in 5 Sangamon County residents don't know where their next meal is coming from, and the number is climbing. Beth Wakefield with the Central Illinois Foodbank tells us how they're are keeping up with unprecedented demand.
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How top save on all things computers. Brian tells you how in this edition of "Computers & Internet Lite".
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Tutor's teaching at workplaces, a re-opening for a popular chicken and fish stand, and the new YMCA and Harvest Market opening. Michelle Ownbey brings us the details.
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Local radio legend Ervie will be greatly missed. His son, Eric joins Greg Bishop and Chris Murphy on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting on The Council Roundup
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Jim's weekly check in with Better Government Association.
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The new downtown YMCA is on track to open on November 30th! Lynn Eck gives us an update on the progress and a special offer.
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George Petrilli is running to represent the 18th congressional district against incumbent Darin Lahood.
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Kelvin Coburn joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed
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Looking for a job? The Springfield Fire Department might have what you're looking for! Fire Chief Allen Reyne joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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It's time to dream about winning $100,000!!! The Sacred Heart-Griffin Mega Raffle has it's first Early Bird drawing Friday morning. Jennifer Bettis tells you how you can get your tickets now!
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This Saturday at M.B. Heating and Cooling there will be an event to raise awareness to the homeless problem in Springfield to benefit the Fifth Street Renaissance program. Executive Director Penny Harris-Powell joins us to talk about the difficult times ahead for the homeless in Springfield.
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Our weekly picks on this weekend's NFL action from Jimmy The Greek Leach. Coming off a 9-5-1 week.
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Another hot racing weekend, with races at the Fairgrounds! Adam Mackey with Track Enterprises gives us a rundown.
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Hero Of The Week turned into a touching tribute to Bill Ervie Marvin, as he became the first person to receive a unanimous vote for Hero Of The Week.
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Our full interview with Main Gate Co-Owner Bill Tinsley.
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State Representative Mike Murphy joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Representative Darin LaHood joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed
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New fiber-optic internet is on the way for Jacksonville and Springfield's west side. Those stories and more from Brian of BLH.
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Something new where TGI Fridays was, a new tea shop with a familiar name, and more. Those are some of the highlights of our weekly check-in with Michelle at the Springfield Business Journal.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Region 1 will be going back to tighter restrictions. State Senator Dave Syverson from Region 1 joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Greg Bishop recaps the weeks committee of the whole meeting.
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With the fall weather starting to take a little bit of a hold in Springfield, who doesn’t love a good hot cup of tea? One of the best places to buy tea in Springfield is Whimsy Tea at the Downtown Farmer’s Market. That meant you had to stock up on Halloween weekend for the Winter. Well not anymore...
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The City Council meets again tonight. Ward 1 Alderman Chuck Redpath joins us for a preview of what to expect tonight
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The election keeps drawing closer and it's full steam ahead until November 3rd and likely 2 weeks after. Sangamon County Clerk Don Gray joins us again on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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The committee looking at House Speaker Mike Madigan's possible involvement in a bribery scheme involving Commonwealth Edison and is meeting again today. Representative Tom Demmer joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed and talks to us about it.
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It's been almost a year since the passing of Wes Barr. Sherry Barr joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed talking about the importance of listening to your body, and getting checked regularly
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Stress is real in 2020. But did you know stress can be managed through hypnosis? William Mitchell of Personal Motivation Hypnosis Clinic shows you how you can get started today to finishing 2020 with less stress.
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Bishop Paprocki recently argued against the morality of state imposed lockdowns, he comments a little more on that as well as the president's recent pick for the supreme court on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Recently there have been updated guidelines on fall and halloween activities. Shelly Conner from The Boo Crew talks to us on the Morning News Feed about what it all means.
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With thousands of parents scrambling to find options for their kids in the zoom learning era of the pandemic, Zach and Rachel Rambach stepped up to the challenge and opened Springfield Learning & Working Annex as a tool for Springfield parents to help with the challenges zoom learning brings.
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Dushun Hogan had just lost his job as was on his way to apply for another one when the idea struck him not so subtly. He explains how God gave him the vision to start Cleaning General Janitorial Services and how quickly Dushun's great reputation grew!
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Alderman Shawn Gregory's facebook live event "The Black Agenda" is tonight. He talks about that as well as the candlelight vigil for Breonna Taylor last night.
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Jay Shanle from Conn's Hospitality talks to us on the WMAY Morning News Feed about their new restaurant Lil' Willy's BBQ and the name of a new beer that drew some controversy.
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Some of the highlights from this week's visit with Michelle Owenby of the Springfield Business Journal: Cooper's told to hit the streets, Twyford BBQ to set up shop in Puerto Rico, a local Chef mentors LLCC students,. and a new downtown therapy option.
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Our Wednesday visit with Brian Dickerson of BLH Computers. We talk the new Apple ios 14
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A recap of this year's nearly fan-less 2020 Lincolnland Championship with Tournament Director Kate Peters.
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There's no Committee of the Whole meeting tonight, but Ward 1 Alderman Chuck Redpath joins us and talks about the proposed police reforms.
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Sangamon County's Public Health Director Gail O'Neill joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Tiffany Mathis joins us to talk about last night's meeting and what's going on at the Boys and Girls Club.
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Danny Malouf is the Libertarian Candidate for the US Senate.
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Willie Wilson is running for the senate under his own Willie Wilson Party. He joined us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Mark Curran is the Republican Candidate running for the US Senate.
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David Black is running for the US Senate under the Green Party. He joined us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Checking in with Tara Mattheson of the Central Illinois Community Blood Center, who has a great incentive for you to donate!
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Picks from our own Jimmy The Greek Leach. Week 1 Against the spread Greek was 8-6-1.
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Kevin Hart with a preview of Entertainment this week in the 217.
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Police Chief Kenny Winslow joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed to talk about recent incidents of people pulling guns on and even shooting at cops in Springfield as well as that new ordinance going before the city council next week.
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It's the weekend for the Edward's Place Fine Arts Fair, and Betsy Dollar gives us a preview of what the art fair will look like in this pandemic world.
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Complete car detailing, brought straight to you, for a price comparable with the brick and mortar shops. That's how Anthony at King's Deluxe rolls..to you.
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Ward 2 Alderman Shawn Gregory joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Father and son high school football coaches Ken and Derek Leonard talk to us on the WMAY Morning News Feed ahead of the Let Us Play rally this Saturday.
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State Representative Mike Murphy joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed
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BLH Computers' Brian Dickerson gives us the latest on all things tech in this week's addition.
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We take a look at a new venture from Three Twigs, Tacology 101, and Family Video in our latest addition with Michelle.
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Chris Murphy recaps the week's Committee of the whole meeting on the Council Roundup.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Dew is now in stores! You can get a family size can of Dew Chilli in Hyvee and the Carpenter and Monroe Street County Markets. Mike from the Dew gives us the details.
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They may be grounded in 2020, but the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight looks to roar to the sky to honor our vets in 2021. But first it starts with..chicken?
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Tim Butler talks unemployment problems, the investigation into Com Ed and Speaker Madigan, and baseball on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Ward 5's Andrew Proctor joins the WMAY Morning News Feed for a preview of tonight's Council Meeting.
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With a new drive up location for Flu Shots, Joe Heigert tells us about the drive up medical services Springfield Clinic is offering.
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With remote learning getting underway in Riverton, Dr. Brad Polanin talks about what is going on there and the challenges both students and staff are facing.
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He knows all about government and the news, but did you know that our own Jim Leach knows football too? Here are his bold picks against the spread for week 1 and the first legal week of sports betting in Illinois.
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There are plenty of options to keep seniors, or anyone needing assistance in their homes. Synergy Home Care provides those special touches using people that really care about their job.
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Macon Speedway hits an incredible milestone this weekend as they mark their 75th anniversary. Exciting racing action and special giveaways will highlight tomorrow night's action, with Adam Mackey noting that the rain date will be Sunday.
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Ward 7 Alderman Joe McMenamin joins us this morning on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris is joined by Sports Director Mike Wennmacher to preview the start of the 2020 Football season, and how to bet legally on the games in Illinois.
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It's pretty great BBQ that you will find in the old Free Press Coffee Shop on South Grand & Macarthur. Lauren Stead with Conn's hospitality gives us the 411 on the new Lil' Willy's Smokehouse BBQ
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Sangamon County Public Health Director Gail O'Neill joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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David Parker is the Assistant Professor and Director of the Center for the Study of Fraud and Corruption at Saint Xavier University. He joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed to discuss the start of the investigative hearings into Speaker Madigan and ComEd.
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With the election drawing closer and closer, Sangamon County Clerk Don Gray joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed to talk about how things are going, and the various ways people can cast a vote.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting every Wednesday morning on the Council Roundup.
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Jim's weekly check in with David Greising from the Better Government Association.
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The recent outbreak of COVID-19 in the warehouse at the Central Illinois Foodbank has been contained, and operations are again normal at the facility that serves several counties in Central Illinois. Pam Molitoris with the Foodbank tells us about the growing demand from people who have never needed a foodbank before.
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The Fall season is underway at Casey's Pub, even though the pool is open another 2 weeks. Linda at Casey's talks about the changes, including a chance at a 220,000+ dollar jackpot!
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Jim's weekly check in with The Better Government Association
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting.
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What should you be looking for in your child's dental care as they head back to school? Dr. Tanya DeSanto of "Let's Talk Cosmetic Dentistry" and the Prairie Dental Group talks about the steps parents need to make to protect their kids' teeth.
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The Academy Bullets Swim Club has been swimming at Eisenhower Pool now for nearly a decade. Coach Caroline Gwaltney talks about how the program has grown and has produced top swimmers, as well as the struggle for pool time.
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Kevin Hart joins Chris on the WMAY Morning News Feed to discuss the shocking death of Black Panther and 42 actor Chadwick Boseman over the weekend. They also discuss the VMAs.
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Navee decided to jump into the competitive Springfield Sub Sandwich market by creating sandwiches you won't find anywhere else in town. Come her the secret behind the early success of Toasty Subs.
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Hop on your bike or in your Jeep and get ready to ride as Susan Danenberger tells us about Sunday's Red Ride to benefit locally deployed military support groups.
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After working together for 4 years and then having their employer shut down the business they worked for due to the pandemic, the ladies at Hair Cuttery decided to form Trio Hair Lounge. And it's been smooth sailing all Summer.
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They've been around for 10 years, and latched on to a red hot tool line in Milwaukee Tools. Brock with e-bolt supply tells us how their local customers got them through the pandemic.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Some great advice on what you need technology wise for Back-To-School. Brian Dickerson of BLH Computers has you covered.
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Downtown housing, new careers, and more. It's our weekly visit with Michelle Owenby of the Springfield Business Journal.
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Greg Bishop recaps this week's Committee of the Whole meeting on the Council Roundup.
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Our weekly check in with the Better Government Association.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole Meeting every Wednesday on the Council Roundup.
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It's our weekly visit with Brian Dickerson of BLH Computers with how you can get ready for the coming school year technology wise.
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His service to our community is legendary. There wasn't anyone who met him that didn't consider Wes Barr a friend. He was taken from us way too soon, but his love of Springfield and Sangamon County lives on through his wife Sherry, who has started The Heart of Wes Barr. And you can help keep Wes' loving, caring spirit alive!
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Buildings done, but they're waiting to open. Our Weekly Update with Michelle Owenby from the Springfield Business Journal
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It's been a solid Springfield business since 1969. Bruce Cummings tells us how his Cumming's Carpet One wasn't going to let a pandemic take out his local business.
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Father Clint shares with us the rich tradition and history of St. Aloysius school and the fact that tuition at St. Al's may be more affordable then ever.
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Sangamon County Public Health Director Gail O'Neill joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Senator Paul Schimpf joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed to discuss the new pandemic restrictions for the Metro East Area.
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Pandemic restrictions are coming down on the Metro East Area, State Rep Blaine Wilhour joins us to discuss.
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We bring you the first radio interview from the brand-new/under construction Springfield YMCA. Lynn Eck showed off the progress on the 31 million dollar building.
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We catch up with Jay "Bird" Bates of Chick Fritz Distributing/Captain Geech & The Shrimp Shack Shooters/Coors Light to talk about the late Summer fun still ahead.
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Get ready for the Cash Mob! Downtown Springfield Inc. will spend Thursdays at Noon hosting virtual Facebook Live events from various downtown merchants. The DSI's Ben tells us more.
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No State Fair? Not at Weebles. Marketing guru Perry Zubeck explains the concept behind owner Don's North End State Fair.
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Scoop Du Jour in Chatham just celebrated it's 5th anniversary and has become a well-loved mainstay in the village. Fran Abbott is thankful for the customers she gets to give great ice cream, coffee, and donuts to each day.
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Now open in Phase 4, Remarkable Resale is back buying and selling high quality pre-owned clothing, furniture, and other items. Kitty Boyce tells us how we can make a little extra green.
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Many say it's the legendary breakfast and the best fried chicken in town that keeps people coming back to the Hen House off Toronto Road. David with the Hen House talks about the great food that has made this red restaurant a Springfield icon.
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Our weekly visit with Brian Dickerson of BLH Computers
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Our weekly check in with the Better Government Association.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting on The Council Roundup.
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Great customers. That's what helped Paul and the team at Underdog Sports get through the worst of the pandemic. Their store on Mac Arthur is now ready to help you move ahead with great sports gear to keep you in shape and having fun during the pandemic.
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What exactly is a Yart sale? Betsy Dollar tells us, along with other cool things going on this Summer and Fall at the Springfield Art Association.
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Dr. Mark DePue of the museum gives us a preview of a Facebook Live event he will be hosting Thursday Night on the battles in the Pacific theater of World War II with the Japanese. https://www.facebook.com/events/2677491399155535/
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Mark is the President of the Illinois Association of Regional School Superintendents
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It's been a year for Doug and the staff at Edgewood Golf Club in Auburn. But the weather has cooperated much better than the virus, and Edgewood has some great conditions for golfers to enjoy!
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Started six years ago by Evelyn Brandt-Thomas to help her husband and others who are visually impaired, the Education Center for the Visually Impaired continues to help Springfield's blind community navigate through everyday life.
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It's pretty easy to tell how Ken of KM Hairworks has kept an incredible local business going for decades. Just listen to the interview and you'll know why.
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Representative Tom Demmer on the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Rob Karr from the Illinois Retail Merchants Association joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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This year's Independent Record Store Day will be divided into three days, August 29, September 26. and October 24. You'll have a chance to buy vinyl releases from great artists that will NOT be sold at Big Box stores. Mark Kessler at Recycled Records gives us a preview of what you can find.
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There's a lot going on at Dew Chilli Parlor. They are rolling out nationally with their famous canned chilli, and Mike has some other surprises in store for Springfield's oldest chilli parlor.
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Keeping her clients healthy during the pandemic has been a challenge met for Andrea of Yokore Wellness. Find out how they are so much more then Yoga in keeping you well and safe.
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Greg Bishop recaps this week's Committee of the Whole meeting on a rare Thursday Council Roundup.
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The hit reality TV show has come to Springfield, and has opened to a rousing success. Alyissa tells us how the celeb status of the Wahlburg family has put together a hamburger restaurant that's here to stay.
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It's supposed to be Fair time, but COVID-19 kind of wiped that out. So why not let Springfield's Gables step in and bring you a little taste of the Fair this Saturday?
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212,000 dollars is up for grab tonight (8/6/20) in the attendance raffle at Casey's Pub. Linda Grundel tells us there's a way to win it even if you don't want to be there.
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Our weekly visit with Brian Dickerson at BLH Computers includes some great tips on getting the most out of your Wi-Fi connection.
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Michelle Owenby with the Springfield Business Journal has our weekly update on what's going on in Springfield Business.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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They have been helping Springfield and Central Illinois comeback from substance abuse for years. Mindy Melton has the info on how Gateway Foundation can help you walk the pack back to sobriety.
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What's up at Springfield's oldest restaurant? Chef Michael Higgins gives us a preview of what to expect from one of Springfield's finest farm to table restaurants.
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One of the good things that 2020 will bring us is a brand new Downtown Springfield YMCA. Lynn Eck gives us a status update on how the new Y at 4th & Carpenter is coming along.
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One of the items that is a priority at the Legacy is giving back to the community. During the "dark time" Legacy Theatre's Scott Richardson has come up with creative ways to help Springfield comeback. The latest is a school supply drive this Saturday.
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It's a restaurant that truly puts the customer first. Hallie at Darcy's tells us how safety has come first at one of Springfield's top restaurants since the start of the pandemic.
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This summer has seen a number of new drinks like Hard Seltzer and newer bourbons. Gerry at 709 Liquors brings us up to speed on all the new spirits for late summer.
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Hummingbird season is here, and Wade with Wild Birds Unlimited shares how you can get a hassle free feeder and other tips top get great birds ion your backyard.
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He got started helping his legendary Great Uncle, and now Jerad rules the roost at the garage which is now Outboard Motors. If it's an outboard motor, you can get it serviced for some of the lowest rates in the area.
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Bears Sideline Reporter and WMAY Alum Mark Grote joins us on the WMAY News Feed.
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It's a weekend of the Super Fast Midgets at Lincoln Speedway and Macon Speedway. Adam Mackey has a preview.
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Making chocolate and scooping ice cream is a heck of a lot more fun than being a lawyer according to Joshua Becker of Cocoa Blue Chocolates. Joshua explains how things have been going after six years of delicious chocolate from his shop in Rochester's historic old Town Hall.
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Cleaning up after a pack of germ infested radio people isn't easy. But Clean Impact has done it so well that they've become an asset to Mid-West Family Springfield in keeping our essential employees healthy. Kirk Kellus' secret has to do with caring about Springfield and his employees.
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He's been a busy man the last 2+ decades in Central Illinois, being the DJ at well over a thousand events and weddings. Troy Armstrong tells us how customer service makes his DJ company standout.
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His love of thunderstorms and photographing them led to a business. Jimmy Cody of James Randall Photography notes the secret to his success after 10 years is taking the time to get to know the people he's takes pictures of.
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Our weekly visit with Brian Dickerson, the "B" in BLH Computers.
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The latest on the Kornferry Tour's stop in Springfield, as Tournament Director Kate Peters brings us up to speed on how the Lincolnland Championship is going.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's committee of the whole meeting
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What should you be planting now? How do you keep that yard looking great through Fall. Candy and her team at Greenview have the advice you need to make your home the best on the block.
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It used to be that once you went through the Foster system and aged out, you had know where to turn to start your adult life. Now there's help for young women between 18-26 in the Crossroads Transitional Living Program. Christina tells us how she's making a difference in the lives of young women.
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He will auction off anything from a house to a goat! Richard Leach is a auctioneer, realtor, and overall great guy as you can tell from our interview.
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Wolf's Customs started with owner Chris wanting to emulate the cool guitars he saw in rock videos. He's turned that into a full business offering painting of all kinds of band equipment.
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Congressman Darin LaHood joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Springfield Mayor Jim Langfelder joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Ward 9 Alderman Jim Donelan joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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County Board Chairman Andy Van Meter joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Now more then ever, the U.S. Army is offering a number of career opportunities for not only high school and college bound men and women, but even older people too! Sgt. Loving shares the details.
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The work at Prairie Dental Group is about to be nationally known! Saturday morning Let's Talk Cosmetic Dentistry host Dr. Tanya DeSanto was featured in Women's Day for her work in cosmetic dentistry as well as her work in giving a Litchfield woman a free smile makeover.
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Michael Rebresh, a co-organizer of the Million Unmasked March talks with us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Your Financial Planner can give you investment strategies. Your CPA can give you tax advice. But when your CPA is also a financial planner, you get Chris Fehr at Freedom Financial Group. Hear why Chris not only finds great results, but less taxes for his clients.
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It's been a challenge for bars to keep customers safe during the pandemic. Bill Tinsley with the Main Gate Bar & Grill on Sangamon tells us about the challenges and procedures he's using to stay Covid-free.
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It's not just better air flow as the reason to have your chimney swept regularly. One of the major causes of house fires is build up catching fire in your chimney. Scott Loftus shares with us why now is the perfect time to have your chimney swept.
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City Of Springfield Budget Director Bill McCarty joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Representative Tim Butler joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Our Web Wednesday visit with Brian from BLH. We learned they fix batteries on cellphones too!
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Jim Leach's weekly check in with the Better Government Association
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Greg Bishop's weekly recap of the Committee of the Whole Meeting.
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It's opening Saturday to the public for the first time since the pandemic. While there will be a few things different at the Illinois State Museum, Museum Director Cinnamon Catlin-Legutko tells us there are plenty of great exhibits still in play at the museum..and FREE admission!
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You can be in a tux or shorts, it doesn't matter. You will get treated like a king and have a great meal at this Springfield institution across from Parkway Pointe on Lindbergh. Mike Novel tells us the secrets that make Indigo a classic!
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It's the first thing that greets you as you head into Virden from Springfield on Route 4. Showtime Lanes has something that is tough to find in a bowling alley. Both families and expert bowlers love the place. Bill Pickford tells us why.
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How do you make an old school vinyl record shop even better? By throwing an old school arcade in the back! And check this out, spend $10 at Dumb Records, and you play for free all day!
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Another terrific venue that has been hamstrung by the pandemic is the Firefighter's Lake Club. Paul Byers is getting things going again by booking 2021 dates and cranking out events that Springfield truly misses.
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He's running for the US senate as a Libertarian. Danny Malouf joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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With school just around the corner, District 186 has just released a plan to go back to school this fall. Sub-district 4 School Board Member Mike Zimmers joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed to talk about it.
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Time to raise a glass to one of Springfield's best all-wine stores. Cheryl tells us how they kept the wine flowing during the shutdown.
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Our favorite realtor Fritz Pfister of Remax gives us tips for dealing with a seller's market. While the interest rates may be outstanding, the deals are not.
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Baseball is out this year. So that led Springfield Sliders owner Todd Miller to get creative and attempt tpo bring people to the park with a bags tournament August 1st that could win you $10,000!
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What do two teachers do when they retire? Keep teaching through the books they sell. Jeannie Alexander shares the story of Books on the Square in Virden and Springfield.
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Attorney Thomas DeVore with the latest on the lawsuits over the Governor's Executive orders.
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Ward 7 Alderman Joe McMenimen on charges of "abuse" by fellow alderman.
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State Representative Dan Caulkins on Speaker Mike Madigan's legal woes.
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Ward 1 Alderman Chuck Redpath talks with Chris Murphy & Greg Bishop about the issue of alderman considering a process that would allow City Council to issue a formal censure of one of its members.
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Nell Clay, President of the Board of Directors, Springfield Illinois African-American History Museum joins the WMAY Newsfeed to discuss upcoming events.
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Lisa Clemmons Stott, Executive Director for Downtown Springfield, Inc. joins The WMAY Newsfeed to discuss the status of downtown businesses and opportunities amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
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It turns out that a Phoenix isn't the only bird that can come out of the fire. Find out how Scott Weitekamp's Crows Mill Pub has survived a devastating fire and being the first to report a COVID-19 case to come back and be a leader in keeping going out fun and safe.
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Getting ready for her daughter's wedding lead lifetime seamstress Brenda Ritter to a career as owner of Unveil Your Beauty, providing special touches for brides for over 10 years. She made a 10 foot train for her daughter, but that's not even close to the longest train she made. You'll find out about that in our interview.
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When she's not crushing it as lead singer for Brandy Kristin & The Revival, Brandy is running the show at Unique Enchantments Salon & Gift Shop. See why her shop truly leads to not only a better look, but a better life!
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The buffet is back and better then ever at Mario's Clear Lake location. Owner Lars Buchloh is cranking out Mario's favorites including tortellini soup and award winning pizza.
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Mike Buschner is a busy guy. When he's not selling homes through the Real Estate Group, he's running two of Chatham's best bar & grills: AJ's Corner and The Creek. It hasn't been easy, but Mike keeps pushing on through the pandemic.
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It's a whole new King Pin, as Managing Partner Craig Rhodes and his team have put a new shine on a classic bowling center.
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Alderman Shawn Gregory talks to us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris Hembrough from the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce talks to us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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State Representative Tim Butler talks about the Governor's actions and comments regarding pandemic restrictions. He also talks some baseball.
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It's our weekly Web Wednesday visit with Brian from BLH Computers, where today we talk computer needs for college bound kids this Fall.
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Authenticity is the key for this Mexican inspired shack in front of Precision Barbers on South Grand. Fresh, authentic recipes are the order of the day for The Taco Joint!
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Chicago Region Deputy Director Ellisa Johnson reminds us why it's important to fill out the 2020 Census. It's now easier than ever.
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Our weekly recap of the Committee of the Whole Meeting.
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Jim Leach's weekly check in with the Better Government Association
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The first Springfield Area Performing Arts and Friends Food Drive is this weekend! Jennifer Gronewold tells us all about it.
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The legendary pizza and wings began in Curran in 1996. Today it's in Springfield and closing in on 25 years of great pizza and wings. Tom Dart carries on the tradition of great food, doing it in the great outdoors.
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It's really important to have the right coverage. So what number is the right coverage? Bill McGee tells us that and more.
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It's a great place to relax and enjoy a stogie! Manager Robert Mack takes us into Cigars For Aficionados on North Grand.
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217FoodWeek is back with 5 Dollar Horseshoes! James Bengfort of the Illinois Times tells us all about it.
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Sangamon County Public Health Director Gail O'Neill joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Mike with Godfather's Pizza and Dew Chillli Parlor explains how his two restaurant chains have kept pushing on during the re-opening, and the move to take Dew Chillli National!
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It's been an institution in an "ugly blue building" for 27 years. But Parkway Cafe is still not letting anyone back in their building yet. Owner LeAnn Fox tells us why.
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Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch. Le Peep has food for everyone's mood. Owner Don Taft talks about closing for three months, then re-opening with good crowds both inside and out.
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Chef and Owner of Maldaner's Restaurant, Michael Higgins joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Paul Palazzolo and Larry Hemingway join us to talk about the upcoming Expungement Day which has become an annual event.
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Ward 2 Alderman Shawn Gregory joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Saving people money on name brand used clothing has been the name of the game for 19 years at the Clothing Rack in Sherman. Owner Chassidy Houser is back open and ready to keep connecting families to affordable fashion.
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After a successful run in Petersburg, owner Luleta Rushiti pulled up the tent stakes and moved to the big city to take over Homestyle Cafe. And then the pandemic hit. Learn how this cafe is ready to get back to normal and crank out more of the great food that made it famous.
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Jack & Terry are just two great guys that love helping. Hear how they've been doing just that for decades at Cook Street's A-Z Radiator.
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Sangamon County's Public Health Director talks to us about COVID-19 testing and what could happen with the possibility of schools opening in the fall.
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Ward 7 Alderman Joe McMenamin joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed and talks about comments he made at the recent council meeting.
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Jennifer McMillin is the new Executive Director of Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery. She talks to us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Want to hear a good story? How about the drywall job that turned into a 35 year and still counting career in creating and restoring stained glass? Steve Brooks tells us how he became one of the top names in the Midwest when it comes to working with stained glass.
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How do you survive when every event or wedding was cancelled or postponed? If you're 1 Up'n Limo you get creative. Hear how Theresa Miller used a great idea and her business savvy to keep her limo company rolling.
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Doug Dennis has taught karate in the area for over 50 years! His students range in age from 4-84, and in this segment you'll learn how karate builds not just muscles but your mind as well.
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It was one of Springfield's most unique businesses--a barber shop and a detailing place. The barber chairs are gone, but Trevor Miller has expanded the detailing part into a full service restoration and detailing shop, with everything from cleaning to full ground up car restoration.
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Our weekly visit about all things tech with Brian of BLH Computers
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The crew at Jungle Jim's used the down time to remodel the place from top to bottom. The result is a better-than-ever Jungle Jim's Cafe with new ownership to boot!
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He's been on the square in Virden for decades, helping kids from 2-92 develop a love of books. George Rishel with The Sly Fox in Virden keeps it fun with great books and neat Midnight promotions too!
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Rich Guebert, president of the Illinois Farm Bureau talks to us on the WMAY Morning News Feed about the new campaign against the Progressive Income Tax.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Committee of the Whole meeting.
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Those TV shows make restoring any car look easy. It's not. Rick Nelson takes us through the attention to detail that makes his shop one that restores cars from all over the country.
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Great cars..funny name. It's a slogan that Joel Tjelmeland and his father have used since opening their auto dealership in 1978. Hear how Joel has taken what was a two year commitment in helping out Dad into a 30+ year career.
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The more creative the better is the motto Gary Funk has when working at Funky's Trophy. Gary shares with us how creativity is the key to a great trophy shop, and how he designed a trophy for a Demolition Derby that knocked the promoter's socks off!
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They did try to put their wonderful food to go for a while, but in the end Springfield's pool hall is glad to be back. Jeremy Gresham tells us how Starship Billiards is back serving great drinks and food and a ton of pool leagues.
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She literally started from the ground up. Hear the story of Erica Luce and her rise to owner of one of Sherman's oldest and most loved flower shops Flourish Flower Company (formerly C.I.D. Floral)
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We find out exactly what the Illinois Assistive Technology Program is and how it's helping thousands of visually impaired and others with setbacks become more productive through technology.
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Not being able to provide care for the many customers of The ColorBar was a pandemic sized problem for Keith and his staff. Fortunately, Keith was able to get some great local help from his banker and now the ColorBar is rockin' in Phase 4!
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Attorney Thomas DeVore talks with us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Congressman Rodney Davis joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed
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The pandemic has hit health clubs hard and the YMCA is no exception. Still, Lynn Eck with the Y is looking forward to the December opening of a new downtown location and has a great special for you to join right now!
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Feeling well is what Summer is all about. Dr. Kevin with Capitol Chiropractic talks about how chiro care can get you out of pain and feeling your best this Summer.
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While nearly every restaurant in Central Illinois couldn't wait to get it's dining room open, Culver's West on Wabash is still doing business from the Drive-Thru. Owner Jim Wolfer has a great reason why..
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Ward 3 Alderwoman Doris Turner joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris Willis from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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State Representative Darren Bailey joins Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Our weekly visit with Brian from BLH Computers on Web Wednesday.
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Now is the time to sign up to volunteer! The Lincolnland Championships need your help in putting on this September's tournament. And Kate Peters notes that volunteering may be your only chance to see the golfers.
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Donate blood and get a pass to Knight's Action Park! Tara Mattheson of the Central Illinois Community Blood Center has all the details on how you can help out and cool off this Summer!
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Police Chief Kenny Winslow joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Jim Leach's weekly check-in with the Better Government Association. John Chase, Director of Investigations for BGA is filling in for David Greising this week.
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Greg Bishop recaps this week's Committee of the Whole meeting on The Council Roundup.
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Another family owned Springfield Business is the Lincoln Yellow Cab Company. Owner Michael Antonacci explains why taking a cab is so much better and safer than ride-share programs.
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Travel is getting back to normal, and Sandy Polley from Direct Travel thinks the deals are some of the best she's seen in terms of added value. Now is the time to plan your getaway, and Sandy gives great tips on how to get your best travel deal.
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Dancers since they were babies, Studio M Dance Centre's sisters Ashlie and Rachelle power the 300+ dancers at their Studio M Dance Centre. Their goal is to have every dancer leave class with a smile on their face, and 300 plus kids agree that they're the best!
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The family roots of this great Springfield Company go all the way back to the 1800's! Hear why everyone from the NFL to smallest Springfield business trust Todd & Scott's team at Ace Sign Co.!
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Springfield Zoning Commissioner Dean Graven joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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With restrictions on groups lifted, he's looking to sing for an audience again. Frank Sinatra style crooner Phil Steinberg is looking to replace a number of lost gigs, and tells a great story about how he turned one gig into two.
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These guys are the people to call to fix anything around your home. Steve Lockwood describes how he and his team run the gambit when it comes to home repair.
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They were all set in a brand new strip center in Jerome. And then Covid hit. Find out how the Barn is ready to come back strong and serve you with what Chef Kevin Sullivan describes as "old school cooking with a modern twist."
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It was her love of Rolled Ice Cream & Bubble Tea in Chicago that led young college graduate and Thailand Renie Huang to open Oh-Icee on Wabash in Jerome. Hear how Renie is ready to serve her first customers this summer.
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Chris and Greg talk with Ward 7 Alderman Joe McMenamin on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Sherman Mayor Trevor Clatfelter joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Helping the blind community in Springfield and Central Illinois, the Education Center for the Visually Impaired is getting the word out on the free services it offers visually impaired people. Peggy Dyson tells us how they got started and how to get help.
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It was one of the most popular activities on a Thursday Night in Springfield before the coronavirus stopped it cold. But in Phase 4 of Illinois' re-opening plan, the KC Attendance Raffle is back with over 200,000 dollars in the jackpot. Terry Farmer gives us a preview and explains how the raffle works.
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Soul food and a friendly atmosphere is what you'll find at Ms. D's Kitchen & Grill. Ms. D shares her secret to making great food, including Peach Cobbler for 500!! In 4 hours!!
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Seth and his team at the KC Lake Club are gearing up for another Summer season on Lake Springfield, albeit shorter than usual.
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Fire Chief Allen Reyne joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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They took the old Office 1 Superstore Building on South Grand and MacArthur and flipped it..literally. Jenny McClanahan tells us how Gymnastics Zone is helping young athletes hit their peak when it comes to tumbling and fitness.
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Brandi Tolley is a Mom, a disabled vet, and happens to sell some awesome clothing out of her house. Here Brandi's story and get some great clothing when you Buy Big From Brandi.
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41 years and still going strong! Carrie Ward gives us a preview of this year's Women's Distance Festival in Washington Park and how you can still be a part of this July 11 event.
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Even a tornado 11 years ago couldn't wipe out the Route 66 Antique Mall in Williamsville. Owner Ken Cole calls running the Mall a labor of love.
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Sarah McCandless from Marine Bank joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed to talk about credit and personal finance.
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After 20 years, August Mrozowski is retiring and closing his restaurant Augie's Front Burner.
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Daniel Suhr from Liberty Justice Center joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Representative Dan Caulkins joins Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed
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Designed like a classic American Diner, the Huddle House in Williamsville spent the pandemic giving it's 20 year-old location a face lift. The Huddle House opens back up Friday, and Assistant District Manager Katlin Landmann can't wait to serve hungry customers again.
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Our weekly visit with Brian Dickerson of BLH Computers.
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He started with a small truck he bought from his Dad, and Cousin Bill Wells turned that job of filling in potholes into a massive business that does everything from Parking Lots to Driveways. And oh yeah, they still fill in potholes too!
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Tip Reedy, Williamsville-Sherman Superintendent joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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District 186 Superintendent Jennifer Gill talks with Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Sheriff Jack Campbell joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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It's not just the building that's great at Three Pines Petersburg, but Becca Newton and her team make the hospitality part of this historic bed and breakfast extra special!
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While it's been tough getting activity during the pandemic, Barbara Endzelis of Re-Max professionals sees a huge uptick in buyers, and would love more sellers to get in the game.
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It's a different kind of real estate company at Keller-Williams. Jim Skeeters and his team have actually seen sales go up during the pandemic, breaking a national trend. Jim shares the secret to Keller Williams' success..legacy.
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Kris Theilen, trustee on the Springfield Park District Board talks to Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Scott Dahl of the Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Alderman Shawn Gregory talks to Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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They are hoping to finish the season later this summer at Kinner Dance Studio. Owner Kathleen Kinner is ready to take on new students with teachers that have learned from Kathleen herself in the past.
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Springfield's attractions are getting set for a Friday opening, and Edward's Place is getting ready for tours. Sarah Adams will even let you sit on the furniture at the historic site!
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For the first time in over three months, Scoop Du Jour will welcome back customers to their shop in the Goodwill Plaza. Fran Abbott and her staff are excited to again greet customers through more than just the Drive-Thru window.
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Like most Central Illinois Salons, DMH Salon spent Most of June catching up. But now that their regular customers are caught up, Kirsten McLane-Reed and her team are ready to serve you!
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It's been a year of change and adapt for many local businesses, and the Main Gate Bar and Grill is one of them. Owner Bill Tinsley added food and now a tent in the parking lot as they entertain and survive in the great outdoors!
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Last weekend they became the first large scale venue to hold an event, and at two locations. So how did the post-pandemic world start for Adam Mackey and Track Enterprises?
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They've been a Springfield business leader for nearly 40 years. Kevin with Watts Copy Systems tells us how the company dealt with people working at home and how things are picking up now that more of us are in the office.
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Legendary Springfield bass player Willie Christmon heads up a new band. Check out how Soul Experience is gearing up for their gig at the Curve Inn on June 27th.
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Senior Care has changed drastically because of the pandemic. Senior Advocate and "Retirement Genius" Chris Orestis joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed to talk about it.
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Like most businesses, 2020 has been tough for the Pampered Pet Center. Owner Jeanette Cowden was able to hang on by caring for first responder's pets, and is now ready to take care of your pet while you get back to the office.
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It's opening day for the Illinois Products Farmers Market at the Fairgrounds from 4-7. Nicole Moore gives us the lowdown on all the changes due to COVID-19 and what you will expect to find at the market.
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Her stables are just a couple of miles from Riverside Park. Shirley Peters of Shirley's Pleasure Acres Stable has openings and talks about what you get for your horse.
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The Conn's name has become synonymous with fine dining in historical buildings and great events like the Springfield Oyster and Beer Festival. So what has it been like having your dine-in and event business fall victim to the pandemic? Lauren Stead tells us how Conn's is ready to comeback strong!
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Jill Gonzales from WalletHub talks to Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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County Clerk Don Gray joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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State Representative Mike Murphy joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed to talk about his new position with the Restore Illinois Collaborative Commission.
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Our weekly visit talking all things tech with Brian Dickerson at BLH.
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Leave a bag full of clothes outside your doorstep before work, and come home to a bag full of clean, folded laundry. Too good to be true? Not for the new service Laundry Bins at Starcrest Cleaners. Manager Ken Duffy tells us he and owner Todd Nelson got creative to come up with the new way to keep a 22 year-old Springfield brand going strong.
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Like most salons, it was a brutal two and a half months for Willow & Birch downtown. But owner Jessica got creative and resourceful to keep her business going when it was doing virtually no business.
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John Keating from Education and Action Together (E.A.T.) talks with Chris and Greg on the Morning News Feed.
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Jim Leach's weekly talk with David Greising, President and CEO of the Better Government Association.
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Greg Bishop recaps this week's Committee of the Whole meeting on The Council Roundup.
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It's a great place for soup and a sandwich, or one of their elegant desserts. The Village Tea Room & Gift Shop has something for everyone's taste in a quaint dining room that looks forward to re-opening in Phase 4.
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Casey's Pub is hoping to have their megabucks attendance raffle up and rolling by July, and maybe sooner for the pool. In the meantime, Linda Grundel is serving people outside and keeping things rolling at Casey's.
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You would think promoting and maintaining history in Illinois would be easy. It's not. But Executive Director Bill Furry reaches all corners of the state in his effort to keep history alive and well in Springfield through the once public/now private Illinois State Historical Society.
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From unpacking the boxes, mowing the grass out front, decorating the store, Betty Salsbury is truly the owner and operator of Springfield's Iris & Ivy Boutique. Find out how Betty got some help from her brother to get through the pandemic and bring Iris & Ivy back to it's pre-Covid glory.
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Scott Dahl, head of the Springfield Convention and Visitor's Bureau talks with Chris and Greg this morning on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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If your kids our potty trained, they can hit the gym! L and M Gym is ready to give your kids the skill and confidence to succeed not only at gymnastics, but life!
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Pandemics are tough. But tell that to the gtoup of guys who fought on foreign lands for our freedoms we enjoy today. The Northender VFW post on Stockyard Rd. kept the post going by doing what got them through war time..sticking with and relying on each other.
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Games return June 26th to Ashley's Gaming Parlor on Peoria Road. Owner Erin Hollinshead has been busy to make sure the experience will be fun and safe for her customers.
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Representative Tim Butler joins Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed. Listen to the interview here:
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Can the place you take your car for service do collision repair. It can if it's 1 Stop Auto Shop. Tom Hollingshead is ready to add to his already growing service centers by making a bigger Springfield location. Hear how "1 Stop" truly lives up to it's name.
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As we get ready to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Henson Robinson Zoo, the aging facility is in desperate need of repairs. Sally Maender of the Zoo board clues us in on how you can help while enjoying a delicious meal.
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Racing gets underway this weekend in Lincoln and Macon. Track Enterprises' Adam Mackey lays out the plan that has both tracks ready for racing starting tonight (Friday 6-12)
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It's an urgent need for blood now that Illinois is moving around more. Tara Mattheson from the Central Illinois Community Blood Center stresses the need for blood and what you can do to help!
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Kristin DiCenso Ward 6's Alderwoman talks with Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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State Representative Dan Caulkins meets with us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Our weekly Wednesday visit with Brian Dickerson of BLH Computers
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Did you know that you can race like a BMX biker right here in Springfield? Jeremy Barrow with Springfield BMX tells us about the labor of love in keeping Springfield's only BMX bike track in shape for racing.
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No weddings, no funerals, no Easter, no delivering to hospitals. The pandemic has shaken Springfield's locally owned flower shops to the core. But 5th Street Flower Shop continues to scratch and survive thanks to Sara Camp and her crew at the long time flower shop.
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To say the pandemic has been hard on the Villas Senior Care is an understatement. CEO Rick Edwards takes the time to thank the community and the heroes that work for him for their efforts in caring for the residents at this difficult time.
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Like many other organizations, 2020 has been a cancellation nightmare for the Springfield Art Association. But through modifications, Betsy Dollar hopes to have a full calendar of events for the rest of 2020.
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Allie Ishmail from Memorial Weight Loss & Wellness Center talks joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Johnathan Ponser from Memorial Behavioral Health talks to Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Sangamon County Public Health Director Gail O'Neill joins Greg and Chris on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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The mayor joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Jim Leach's weekly talk with David Greising, President and CEO of the Better Government Association.
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Greg Bishop recaps this week's Committee of the Whole meeting on The Council Roundup.
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It didn't matter that she drove 50 plus miles sometimes to deliver wine. Susan Danenberger could not be stopped in her quest to keep Danenberger Family Vineyards going during the re-opening of Illinois. Susan tells us that now that outdoor seating is being allowed, the business feels a lot more like the one she started.
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It's been a love for the arts and the Springfield Arts Community that's kept Shiela Walk going. As the Springfield Arts Council picks up the pieces of a shattered Spring event season, they look forward to more fund raising events this fall.
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She started in dance as a youngster, and Janet Cripe turned that love of dance into Dance Creations Dance Studio. Janet has been able to use technology to keep her students trained and motivated as they try to put the wraps on their 20th season.
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Ward 7 Alderman Joe McMenamin joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for a preview of tonight's Council Meeting
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It's events that make destination sporting goods store Scheels shine. Marketing Director Nikki Mounarie can't wait for the green light to begin welcoming customers back into the store and events later this summer.
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He came to town as the Pastor of First Assembly of God church on Carpenter Street. After leading the charge for a new name and building, Pastor Eric Hansen left iWorship Center to form Destiny Church. 3 years later the church has a strong congregation and is back to Sunday services in building again. Pastor Eric talks about how the pandemic has brought his congregation closer together.
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In his 25 years in the automobile industry, Mylas Copeland from Green Toyota still hasn't seen everything. Like 0% for 84 months was a new one. Hear how Mylas and his Green Toyota is literally changing the way we buy cars.
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Rodney Davis joins Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Doug Brown of CWLP joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Three generations have headed up the Lincoln Souvenir Gift Shop. Owner Melissa King tells us the history behind this icon just steps from Lincoln's Tomb and how visitors from all over the globe have found her shop.
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It's one of Springfield's oldest businesses, and it's a lot more then just great shoes. Tammy Bluett tells us that Luers has not only shoes, but uniforms and dance apparel too!
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If you like vinyl records, you will love Dumb Records. Owner Brian Galecki thought he was entering the vinyl business too late, but history proved him to be right on time for the second resurgence of vinyl.
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It's been a challenge, but things are looking up for the downtown as Illinois begins to re-open. Lisa Clemmons-Stott of Downtown Springfield Inc. gives us a preview of what the rest of the summer looks like for the downtown merchants.
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It's a lost art..doll repair. Springfield resident Kris Tipps still does it from her home/shop location on Glenwood Dr. From Century old classic dolls to American Girl, see why hundreds of people from all over the state trust Kris to fix their doll right.
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To operate even more safely in the post pandemic world, Prairie Dental Group has stepped up to make a huge investment in order to keep their patients safe. Dr. Tanya DeSanto tells us about all the changes and how PDG's air quality is now equal to a hospital operating room.
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Chris and Greg talk with UIS Professor Gary Reinbold.
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State Representative Maurice West joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Greg recaps the week's council meeting. Note: Unfortunately half of the council roundup was lost and we were unable to recover it, so some featured audio from the second half was used in it's place.
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Our Web Wednesday visit with Brian Dickerson of BLH talking all things computers.
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Like many business owners, Jody Cole's passion for turning lost items into fabulous pieces of furniture into a great local business that's been going for nearly 15 years. Jody shares her passion for creating one of a kind items for her customers.
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Jim Leach talks weekly with David Greising, President and CEO of the Better Government Association.
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Taylorville Protest Organizer, Chadwick Workman meets with us on the WMAY Morning Newsfeed.
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Part of our interview with Police Chief Kenny Winslow the morning after this week's Council Meeting.
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He started there as a college kid, and 40+ years later, Gerry Gardiner says he's still having fun running 709 Liquors. But he also promises he will sell it when he stops having fun.
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They've been successful all over the country, and now Springfield will have it's first Fast Signs location on MacArthur Boulevard. Kevin Leamon is excited to bring the quick and professional sign company to Springfield.
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Sinful Sensation has not only comeback from the Pandemic, but also shaken the "dirty" stigma of an adult store to become a resource for couples trying to spice up their romance. Melissa Skelton talks about how the business has evolved in her five years of running it.
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Doris Turner Alderwoman of Ward 3 joins Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Greg talk with Sheriff Jack Campbell on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Greg talk with Shawn Gregory, Ward 2 Alderman on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Buzz Bomb Brewing joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Free Classes! And lots of them. Lauren Bretz with LLCC tells us about the free courses being offered, as well as how Lincolnland is gearing up their virtual learning classes.
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Autism is not a disease. It's a different way of thinking. Just one of the many great insights Joy Henderson shares with us as she tells us how Behavioral Perspective can help your loved one make the best of their life!
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It's been a north end mainstay for several years. Sue Wicker with Delaney's Bar & Grill is ready to go with one of the best north end beer gardens ready to serve great food to you at your outdoor table.
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Still no outdoor dining at Lake Springfield Tavern, but the staff is ready to keep serving from the drive thru window on Stevenson Drive.
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With weddings and proms cancelled, and funerals scaled back during the pandemic, True Colors has been getting by on a skeleton staff and loyal customers. LeAnn Nelson is looking forward to brighter days ahead as Illinois re-opens.
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Goddess Tinsay of the Fragrance Bar and 23 Travel Botique says the time is now to plan that Post Pandemic Vacation.
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What is a metaphysical shop? Darlene Anderson from Visions by JDR explains.
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He wanted to buy and fix up his favorite pizza joint. He had zero restaurant experience. And despite that fact, Rich Brockschmidt has grown Top Cats into a top restaurant in Springfield by doing things the right way.
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Perry Zubeck joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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The Mayor of Springfield, Jim Langfelder talks with Chris and Greg on the Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Greg talk with State Senator Steve McClure on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris Hembrough president and CEO of the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Our Web Wednesday visit with Brian Dickerson of BLH Computers.
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Working with your Dad and your brother on a project can be challenging. But doing it everyday as a local business? Casey Sitko of Sitko Chiropractic admits running a business with family has it's challenges...and great rewards in the end.
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Jacob Godar with Scooter's Lawn Care does so much more then lawns. Hear how a little technology and a creative eye have made this local business stand out. And Jacob also shares who Scooter is.
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Jim Leach talks weekly with David Greising, President and CEO of the Better Government Association.
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Chris and Jim talk with Ward 3's Doris Turner and Ward 9's Jim Donelan on this edition of The Council Roundup.
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One of the good things about this Pandemic is that it has made 2020 an amazing year to buy a car. Seven years of interest free financing awaits you at S&K Buick GMC. Jim Kroll thinks combining that with a well qualified team of professionals make's S&K an unbeatable place to get a car.
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It's been a main stay on North Grand for decades, as well as Bruns lane. And with the rental station on Robbins Road, Noonan True Value Hardware is built to stay. Matt Noonan thinks that's because of his most valuable asset, his employees.
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All sorts of great treasures await you when you head to Junk In The Trunk, Resource Gallery, & House Garden. Greg Pierceall with the complex tells us how unique a visit to all three shops can be.
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Starting as a simple vape shop, Upper Limits has grown to offer several benefits as alternatives to smoking and even new ways to deliver medical marijuana. Matt Fortin talks about the remodeling of the new store and more....
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Springfield's Kirby Vacuum store has been around since 1948. Owner Tom Baird sold his first vacuum in his Dad's store when he was 15 in 1965 and has been selling and fixing Kirby's ever since.
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Mike Owens is now at the reigns of this family owned business after learning the trade from his 77 year-old work horse Dad!
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It was a skill learned at the Capital Area Career Center that turned Jason Hansen with J. Hansen heating & Cooling into a trusted HVAC repairman. Learn how this 9 year old business was able to use a solid customer base to help get through the tough times of the pandemic.
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Do the right things, and the weight loss will happen. That's the message of Janet Cook of Vivacious Wellness Coaching, who manages all aspects and factors of weight control.
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State Representative Tim Butler joins Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed to talk about the ongoing legislative session at the BoS Center.
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Todd Maisch, CEO of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce joins Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Kristi Mitchell talks to us about Kristi Mitchell Photography here on the WMAY Morning News Feed
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With a wave of a conductor's wand, the Illinois Symphony orchestra is ready to make a comeback online first and eventually getting back to concerts. Beth Wakefield takes us backstage to tell us how the ISO has been handling life in a stay at home order.
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The pandemic had put Great House BBQ on the sidelines for two months. But this BBQ joint that thrives on secret family recipes is back Saturday (5/23). Renatta Frazier is ready to whip up some great BBQ for you!
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How do you keep an event planning company going when there are no events? If you're Elissa Goldberg Belle of It's A Wrap, you get creative in a hurry!
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When the pandemic started, Mark Yates saw his successful shoe repair business dwindle to nothing. He then made a Facebook post that may have saved his business. Hear his story on how social media saved the day!
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Brian and Dewey from Chatham Jaycees Sweet Corn Festival talk with us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Representative Mike Zalewski joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Greg talk with Representative Darren Bailey the morning after he was kicked out of the BoS Center for not wearing a mask.
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Our regular Wednesday visit with Brian Dickerson of BLH computers to talk tech.
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He turned a Springfield landmark in pretty rough shape into an absolute treasure and was rewarded for it. Hear how Tony Leone of the Pasfield House Inn is keeping the icon alive despite a year of cancellations and disappointment.
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Mini O Berne Crisis Nursery is one of many non-profits hit hard from the Covid-19 pandemic. Jessica Hargan, the interim Executive Director, talks about the "No Golf Golf Outing" and other ways MOCN is staying afloat during the crisis.
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Jim Leach talks weekly with David Greising, President and CEO of the Better Government Association.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Council Meeting.
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Learn how a Springfield firefighter started a great local business after being asked to tear down his family's barn! Brian with Sangamon Reclaimed shares that story and how he's making his way running a local business while also on the front lines of the pandemic.
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For nearly 100 years it was Bridge Jewelers. Now the iconic white tile building on 5th street is home to some of Springfield's past. Linda Renehan shares with us how she puts profit second and caring for her customers first.
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They began working together at the Old Lux, and decided to revive a Springfield Icon. Hear how Kelly Batley and partner Jay are putting new life into the Springfield Carriage House.
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Ms. D Celebrated her fourth anniversary closed. The 11th street restaurant is staying closed during the pandemic out of safety concerns. Hear how she is riding out the storm...
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Lynn Eck from the YMCA joins us for the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris Schmulbach, owner of FitBodies joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Michael Leonard of Leonard and Associates CPAs/Attorneys talks with Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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How do you grow a Mexican/American grill from a small store on 6th street to a great local business that's fed over 1,000 kids for free during the pandemic? Chad Reese shares his insight into what makes Chadito's so special.
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When the best part of your business--the awesome Log Cabin that houses Westwoods Lodge--suddenly is closed, you move to the take out window. Mick Wanlis, one of Springfield's best restaurateurs, tells us how the Lodge is riding out the pandemic.
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After years of being the man behind Dane's Discount, Dane Wacaser needed a new challenge. He went into the rug business with his son and now sales and cleans rugs. How's the rug biz during the pandemic? Dane shows us it's not just lying around.
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Chris and Greg talk with Stuart Conn from Abe's Hideout on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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State Representative Keith Wheeler joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Brian Oaks from the BOS Center talks with Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Greg talk with Riley Craig Schaffer from Bow + Arrow Salon on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Rich Jachino is a retired state worker who turned a skill he had into a business that puts helping people first. Find out the secret to Rich's success as owner of A-1 Affordable Power Washing.
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While the pandemic has been a disaster for most small business, Fred Weber at Flat Branch Home Loans has seen a bit of a boom. Here how he can help you take advantage of today's low home mortgage rates.
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It's been a challenging first two years for Paul Layton of Underdog Sports. But hear how Paul has listened to his Springfield customers and used their feedback to grow Underdog into a top tier sports shop in Springfield.
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They are almost as famous as the actor that shares the same name. Paul Reiken of Dick Van Dyke Appliance World tells us business in the pandemic world has been good, if only more appliances would come in..
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Meet Jan Barkmeier and discover how the impact of her store on Wabash is being felt all over the globe.
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When your business is digitizing documents for the State of Illinois and no one is in the office, how do you survive the pandemic? Craig Williams of Com Microfilm and CMC Imaging tells us how his Dirksen Parkway shop has overcome the challenges.
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It's been an iconic business since World War II. Don Dellert takes us behind the scenes of Springfield's iconic Dellert's Paint & Wallpaper.
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Chatham Village President Dave Kimsey joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Greg talk with Representative Tim Butler on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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This week's visit with Brian Dickerson of BLH Computers includes a interesting question about modems.
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Just how are golf courses surviving on 25% of normal play? We get the insight from the owner of one of the area's most popular privately owned public courses, Long Bridge Golf Course's Michelle Burkett.
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Hearing Aids have come a long way just in the last decade. Dale Brann of Heartland Hearing offers up expert advise on the right hearing aid for you and how insurance could pay for all of it.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Madison County Board Member Chris Guy joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Council Meeting.
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Imagine buying your dream business in January, having everything go smoothly, and then the pandemic hits. Learn how Monica & Jeremy with Wild Rose Artisans adapted quickly to survive and are in a position to come out of the pandemic smelling like a (wild) rose.
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Since back in the 90's, Calhoun's has been a name you can trust for carpet and flooring in Springfield. As the third owners of the business, Griffin Kopecki and his father meet the challenges of serving their customers during the pandemic.
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Yesterday we had 3 year-olds who play violin, today is 2 year-olds doing ballet! Gina from Dance Art Studio teaches from 2 on up the art of ballet dancing.
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Ward 10 Alderman Ralph Hanauer talks with Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Brad Cole of the Illinois Municipal League talks with us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Kayla Graven talks to us about the Downtown Farmers Market on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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They became legendary for their six figure attendance raffle jackpots on Thursday nights. That's all on hold, so how is Casey's Pub getting by in the pandemic? Linda Grundel of Casey's tells us how and keeps her fingers and toes crossed for a re-opening of the pool this summer.
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Most restaurants are hoping that customers don't forget them in the pandemic. Not only did customers not forget this Chatham coffee, donut, and ice cream shop, they demanded they re-open! hear Fran Abbot's tale of how Scoop du Jour and Chatham go together like donuts & coffee.
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A three year-old learning the violin? Trudy Tucker of Fleming Academy of Performing Arts says they can, and do it well! Learn about the group that's done performances everywhere from Tokyo to the White House and how your child can enroll this summer.
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Serving Springfield for over 35 years, Young's Security Systems' Jim Havey talks about making your home secure not just during the pandemic but all year long.
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Interesting comment from owner Robert LaBonte of the Bicycle Doctor-"Bikes can be repaired pretty much indefinitely". Learn how this veteran of the bike industry can help keep you rollin' along.
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Helping Riverton/Tri-City Families cope with the educational challenges of the pandemic, long-time teacher Mindy Parks heads up Park's Place Child Care, offering more of an educational component then your typical daycare.
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She got her start at Petsmart, and now she's on her own! Ashley Sims explains the art of dog grooming and how Coronavirus has changed how she does business in this segment.
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Springfield's Only Fair Trade store is making it's way through the pandemic. Owner Laura Camp explains what fair trade means and how you can help.
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Chris and Greg talk with C.D. Davidsmeyer on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Tony Boston from the Sangamon County Fair joins the WMAY Morning Newsfeed to discuss the postponement of the 2020 Sangamon County Fair.
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What's not to love about great pizza in 2 minutes? Paul Carlson of Turbo Fire Pizza lets us know how they are doing during the pandemic and how you can get great pizza in a flash!
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The Habitat for Humanity Re-Store on 6th Street opens Friday (5/8). We talk with Colleen Stone of Habitat to find out what you can expect in store and how you can get involved with Habitat.
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Proving that their care goes beyond their patients, Synergy Home Care is helping the Central Illinois Foodbank as well during the pandemic. Taylor Stevens shares with us how.
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Do you know why some bird feeders leave a pile of uneaten seeds underneath them? Wade Kammin gives you his expert bird knowledge on that and other tips to attract more birds in your backyard.
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Chris and Greg talk with Jim Durkin, Illinois' House Minority Leader.
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Sangamon County Democrats have named Springfield attorney Mike Drake, 59, as their candidate for state’s attorney.
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Chris and Brian take your calls on this week's edition of Web Wednesday with BLH Computers and Internet, part of the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Springfield Mowers has adapted their business model to cater to the suddenly shut in and eager to garden and do lawn work crowd to a pandemic success! Rob Kalabus tells us how he adapted and saw business go up 40%!
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We talk to a 19-year-old entrepreneur on how to survive when the mall your upscale resale clothing store is in is closed.
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Jim Leach talks weekly with David Greising, President and CEO of the Better Government Association.
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Chris and Jim talk with Alderman Joe McMenamin and Alderwoman Kristin DiCenso to recap Tuesday nights City Council meeting.
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It's Cinco de Mayo, and Casa Real is ready! Jose Lopez takes us inside one of Springfield's go to places for Mexican food to see how this legendary Springfield eatery is doing during the Covid crisis.
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Pandemics can be painful not just mentally but physically too. Westside Pain Clinic can help you cope with the daily aches and pains. Here how you can solve your pain issues with Dr. Keenan Gilpin..
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Rob Leach has been fixing cars in Springfield for over 40 years. After operating the last 15 years as AAA Automotive, Rob has a new name. Car Guys Autoworks. What hasn't changed is the great service!
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We visit with Laurie Fitzsimmons of the legendary Rexx Battery on how her father's idea of rebuilding batteries for cars turned into the place to find all batteries in Springfield.
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Kate Peters joins the WMAY Morning News Feed to talk about the Lincoln Land Championship.
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Doug Knight talks with Chris and Greg about Knights Action Park on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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State Representative Mike Murphy joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chuck Redpath Ward 1 Alderman joins Chris and Greg on the Morning News Feed.
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Aztca Mexican Grill joins us for the Business Segment on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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It's Scrapicated, LLC joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for the Business Segment.
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Ritz's Lil Fryer joins us on the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Brian Lauer of AB Lauer joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for the Business Segment.
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Todd Miller, Owner and General Manager of the Springfield Sliders joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed. Listen to the interview here:
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Krekels joins us for the WMAY Morning News Feed on our Business Segment.
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Scott Richardson from the Legacy Theatre Joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for the Business Segment.
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Capitol City Brewing Supply joins us on the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Representative Darin LaHood joins Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Representative Tim Butler talks with Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Greg talk with Dan Wright on the WMAY Morning News Feed
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Medics First of Springfield Illinois joins us for the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Flowers By Kathy joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for the Business Segment.
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Ed Clark joins the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Custom Deck and Pergola Co. joins us for the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Two Johns: John Kelker from United Way and John Stremsterfer from Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln join Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Greg talk with Scott Dahl of the Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau.
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Fritz Pfister talks with Chris on the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Brian take your calls on this week's edition of Web Wednesday with BLH Computers and Internet, part of the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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James Cornelius from the Elijah Iles House joins us on the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Jim Leach talks weekly with David Greising, President and CEO of the Better Government Association.
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Representative John Cabello of Rockford, IL is also suing the state over the stay-at-home order.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Council Meeting on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Joan Bortolon from Land Of Lincoln Honor Flight joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Kirk Kellus from Clean Impact joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for the Business Segment.
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Debbie Pauley joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Doug from Edgewood Golf Course joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Greg talk to Representative Darren Bailey on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Greg talk to the Mayor on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Rick from Capitol City Towing and Recovery joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for the Business Segment.
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Doug from Card*ologist joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for the Business Segment.
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Mark Kessler of Recycled Records joins us for the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Randy Herpel from Lubemaster joins us for the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Tara Matheson from the Central Illinois Community Blood Center joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Williamsville Highschool Principal Doug Furlow talks with Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Kathy from Wildflower Salon & Spa joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for the Business Segment.
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Schultz Collision Center is on the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Law Automotive joins us for the Business Segment on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Kevin Arnberger, Franchise Owner of the Dairy Queen on North Grand joins Chris for the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed
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Chris and Greg talk to Mark Grant from the National Federation of Independent Business on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Greg talk with Sheriff Jack Campbell on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris and Greg talk with Representative Darren Bailey who is suing the state over the extension of the stay-at-home order.
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State Senator Steve McClure joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Brian Rives joins Chris on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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The Mayor of Sherman Trevor Clatfelter joins Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Brian joins us for Web Wednesday on the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Joe Martin from the Sangamo Club joins us on the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Mark Cortesi of State Farm joins us on the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Chris talks with Ashley Earnest from the Central Illinois Foodbank on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Council Meeting on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Cooper's Street Side/Alley Side joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for the Business Segment.
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The United Way joins the Business Segment on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Pamela Frazier from All-In-One Laundry joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for our Business Segment.
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Cocoa Blue joins us for the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Abe's Hideout joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for the Business Segment.
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Springfield Sliders GM and Owner Todd Miller joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed for the Business Segment.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois joins the WMAY Morning News Feed on the Business Segment.
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Main Gate Bar & Grill joins the Business Segment on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Mike Zimmers, Springfield School Board President joins us on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Josh Ellis of Re-Open Illinois joins Chris and Greg on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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D'arcy's Pint joins us on the WMAY Morning Newsfeed Springfield Comeback segment.
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Freestyle Apparel and Design joins us on the Business Segment of the WMAY Morning Newsfeed.
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Chris talks with Mindy Melton from the Gateway Foundation on the WMAY Morning Newsfeed Springfield Comeback segment.
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Chris Murphy talks with Candi Scheuermann from Green View Garden Center on The WMAY Morning Newsfeed.
Green View Garden Center is available by appointment and delivery. Learn more at their website or on Facebook.
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Sangamon County Public Health Director Gail O'Neill and Dr. Vidya Sundareshan, MD join Jim and Chris on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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State Senator Andy Manar joins Chris and Jim on the WMAY Morning News Feed
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Brian Dickerson from BLH Computers and Internet joins the Springfield Comeback of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Travis Blaney from Two Men and a Truck joins the Springfield Comeback of the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Lesley Kruse of Kruse Enterprises joins the Springfield Comeback segment of the WMAY Morning Newsfeed.
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Congressman Rodney Davis joins Chris Murphy and Greg Bishop on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Greg Bishop recaps the week's Council Meeting on the WMAY Morning News Feed.
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Logan Ivers, head chef for the VFW 755 joins Chris Murphy for Springfield Comeback on the WMAY Morning News Feed
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Mike Quimby of Green Hyundai joins Chris Murphy for Springfield Comeback on the WMAY Morning Newsfeed
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Linda from Casey's Pub joins Chris Murphy for the Springfield Business on the WMAY Morning Newsfeed
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Sheila Mack from Jennarations Salon and Spa joins Chris Murphy for Springfield Comeback on the WMAY Morning Newsfeed
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The WMAY Morning News Feed talks with Ward 7 Alderman Joe McMenamin.
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The WMAY Morning News Feed talks with State Representative Mike Murphy.
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The WMAY Morning News Feed talks with County Administrator Brian McFadden.
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The WMAY Morning News Feed talks with Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell.
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The WMAY Morning News Feed welcomes Pastor Eric Hansen of Destiny Church of Springfield to discuss the latest order to prohibit gatherings including church services on Easter Sunday.
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Chris Murphy talks with Springfield mayor Jim Langfelder. Landfelder signed an emergency order on April 8 to beef up the city's enforcement of the state's stay-at-home order - prohibiting public gathering of more than 10 peoples and practicing social distancing.
Residents not in compliance could face a fine of up to $500. Learn more with #WMAYNews.
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Chris Murphy talks with Springfield Fire Chief Allen Reyne on the department's response efforts and changes to procedure amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Each week, Jim Leach talks with David Greising, President & CEO of the Better Government Association. The BGA is Illinois’ only non-partisan, full-service watchdog organization. We’re shining a light on government in Illinois and holding public officials accountable.
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Chris Murphy talks with Sarah Brewer, Association Youth Development Director for the Springfield YMCA about the organization offering childcare at their Kerasotes YMCA location only.
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Chris Murphy talks with Maggie Stults about 'Lil Debbie Madness' -- an online bracket tournament on Facebook launched to find the best Little Debbie snack. Learn more about the group -- join the Facebook group to play along.
WARNING: Facebook group comments/chatter is intended for mature audiences. NSFW language and is not meant for children.
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Chris Murphy talks with Ed Lex - Financial Advisor for Edward Jones Investments about the status of IRAs during the Coronavirus pandemic. For more information, contact a financial advisor at Edward Jones -- Click here to visit their official website.
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A quick reference to Napoleon Dynamite leads to a complete change in discussion for Ray, Greg, and Kevin in the following several breaks. Listen to why Napoleon Dynamite is one of THE BEST movies ever.
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Ray's mom teaches us how NOT to social distance
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Ray and Greg discuss what foods to put cheese on
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Julie, who also won hero of the week, calls in to talk with Ray and Greg
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The disgraced former Governor of Illinois recently had his sentence commuted by President Trump. Ray, Kevin, and callers give their thoughts
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Ray and Kevin discuss the daily poll question about Trump ousting the Vindman Brothers and Sondland, as well as some 2020 talk.
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Ray and Kevin discuss the upcoming Iowa Caucus and some of Trump's strategies
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Ray Lytle & Greg Bishop remember Frank Edwards -- who passed away along with his wife, Sangamon County Coroner Cinda Edwards and John Evans in a plane crash in Springfield on Tuesday, January 28.
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After a day of hearings that didn't last into the wee hours of the morning this time, Ray and Kevin discuss some of their initial reactions and what we might see coming up with callers.
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Ray revels in his correct prediction and discusses with Kevin why no one should go to Wuhan, where the virus originally was.
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Ray Lytle talks with Congressman Rodney Davis.
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Ray talks to Kal Penn of Harold & kumar fame, House, Designated Survivor, and now Sunny Side on HULU, talks about working in the White house and the difference between the real West Wing and the West Wing TV show
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Ray and Kevin Discuss South Dakota's new half-a-million dollar idea.
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Kevin talks about eating Corned Beef Hash and Ray thinks it's something completely different
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Greg saw the Joker and loved it. The guys talk Fall Movies!!
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The host of "America Says" game show, The Late Shift, Pitch Perfect, Best in Show, A Mighty Wind and more.
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DANICA MCKELLAR WHO IS MOST KNOWN FOR WINNIE COOPER, WEST WING, MATH BOOKS AND MORE JOINS THE SHOW TO PROMOTE HER UPCOMING MOVIE MATCHMAKER MYSTERIES: A KILLER ENGAGEMENT
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HOW DO YOU LIKE YOUR STEAK COOKED? YOU MIGHT BE SHOCKED AS TO WHAT IS THE PREFERENCE.
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RAY AND GREG TALK TO FRANKIE MUNIZ!!!
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Ray, Kevin, and callers discuss different streaming and cable services
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A LISTENER WANTS RAYS OPINION ON SAN SPICER ON DANCING WITH THE STARS
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Ray and Kevin discuss an old calendar myth, as well as many others
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Actress Jillian Bell joins the show to talk about her roles in Curb your enthusiasm, 22 Jump St, writing for SNL and hre new movie.. Brittany Runs a Marathon! https://youtu.be/Ks_HSj1UqKI
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ABATEs Josh Witkowski joins Ray and Greg to discuss Green Ice (grass clippings on the road) and how dangerous it is for Bikers.
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Ray talks to his buddy Ken who is in South Carolina which is being hit by Hurricane Dorian!
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Ray and Kevin take calls from listeners who have vacation horror stories
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Caller Refuse schools Kevin on the pronunciation of "Quid Pro Quo" after he biffed it several times in the prior news cast.
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Ray, Jim, and Kevin talk about the fair and the food on the opening weekend of the fair.
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Callers think Ray is giving away a special prize
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THE MIDDLE OF THIS CLIP WILL HAVE YOU ROLLING ON THE FLOOR... TRUST ME
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Check out this fun game from The Ray Lytle Morning Show
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Joe Crain joins Ray and Greg to talk about his new job!!
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Treasurer Mike Frerichs joins the show to talk about the upcoming Auction at the Fair
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WHAT ARE THE THINGS THAT EVERYBODY ELSE SEEMS TO LOVE BUT YOU DONT GET
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Mylas Copeland Joins to promote Peacekeepers ride
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Ray and Greg discuss Disney rushing movies and adults going to the parks... and fights.
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Ray talks about the Presidential Portrait display at the ALPLM
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The latest song from Ray about the Joe Crain situation in The Code red Controversy. Its Code Red Time!!
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Here it is... The Joe Crain Song!! https://www.spreaker.com/user/10207733/joe-crain-song
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Ray makes a mistake in the shower and everyone gets a kick out of it https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/18193114/download.mp3
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RAY AND GREG DISCUSS THE CODE RED ANGER OVER TV 20S WEATHER FORECASTS DOWNLOAD https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/18179408/download.mp3
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Scott Kaufman Ross from the NBA talks Sports gambling in Illinois
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Hear the interview with Dameon Johnson as he makes the case as to why the city should support a sports complex and community center for the east side. Its an informative interview from May 14.
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Sheriff Jack Cambell stops by to let everyone know about some new openings for Sangamon County Corrections. From May 15
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What inappropriate movie did your parents take you to see when you were way to young? Ray and Greg discuss.
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Ray asks a listener to guess whether someone is running for President or on the Arizona Cardinals Roster. Hint.. Its not that easy.
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Ray explains how his night out to see the Avengers. Weak bladders, slow drive thrus and no spoilers!
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Ray has questions about his tonsil surgery in the 70's. (guest starring Ray's mom)
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Ray shares a study that shows men's beards are as dirty as you think they are!
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The Trauma of going to the gym in this hysterical work out discussion!
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Mayor Jim Langfelder talks Re-election and more with Ray Lytle on today's show!!
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Legendary guitarist joins Ray again with his guitar hooked up to the phone to talk about his new album and more. It's another fun Gary Hoey interview.
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An interview with Ward 6 Alderman Kristin Dicenso.
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Ward 8 Aldermanic Candidate Dean Graven Calls the show
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Mayor Jim Langfelder joins the show and explains how cool it is to be Mayor and make a pitch for people to vote for him in the municipal election.
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Erin Conely, candidate for Ward 8 joins Ray to discuss what it's like to run for Alderman and share her thoughts on TIF dollars and more!
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Long time Ray Lytles Morning Disaster caller Dog Food Lady calls into the Ray Lytle Morning Show to give Ray an update on life... and discuss meth.
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Ray is troubled by someone making Greg their weight loss inspiration
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What kind of Horrible Music does Greg listen to while working out? This segment explains it all!
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Ray talks with Sangamon County Clerk Don Gray about the upcoming election and how YOU can get registered to vote.
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Breaking news of Stormy Daniels coming to town leads to Ray and Greg Figuring out who to send to interview her at Deja Vu
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Ray runs down a list of ways to deal with stress. None of these seem like they would help with anything and some are just down right weird.
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Ray and Greg discuss the Grammy awards and devolve into discussion of the stupidity of face tattoos.
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Ray forgets his coffee and some listeners bring him a soda but like everything else nothing is easy when you do something nice for Ray Lytle
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Ray and Greg share stories of horrible and violent stuff that brothers do for fun
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Ray shares the top ten ways we will probably die. Nothing like morbid humor.
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Ray talks with Hypnotist William Mitchell!
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Dermatologists have an opinion on how much we shower.
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Susan Danenberger of Danenberger Family Vineyards has been chosen to represent SIU Plastic Surgery at the ANAONO Fashion Show during New York Fashion Week. Learn more about fundraising efforts.
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From 2011 its the Ray Lytle Christmas Special featuring the Mayor of Springfield at the time Mike Houston and all the Aldermen from 2011 plus all the WMAY hosts singing songs and being part of the tale. Its a take off of the old Bing Crosby Christmas specials with a Dickens Twist. It took months to write and produce and only played a couple times. Now you can hear it again and hopefully get all the jokes. Enjoy!!
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People Magazine came up with the 25 most intriguing people of 2018 and Ray and Greg can't believe who is on the list.
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Monday's edition of the State Journal-Register, there was a column by Bernie Schoenburg where he referenced a segment on the Ray Lytle Morning Show. Here is the segment!
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Ray is becoming a curmudgeon as he gets older and nothing proves it more than this conversation where he talks about getting annoyed with texts.
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Ray talks to Gary Hoey the guitarist about how he came to fame and how he started his Ho Ho Hoey Christmas albums. Gary actually hooked up his guitar to the phone and jammed for Ray.
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Ray shares details of his weekend which includes his bout with kidney stones
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From 11-20 Ray runs down the list of most trusted and least trusted anchors on TV News
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Ray and Greg discuss at what age do we start to dress our age and then Dog Food Lady calls...Ugh.
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Ray Lytle shares the mispronunciations people make over food. Some of these are hard to believe. Listen to how Greg pronounces salmon
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Ray and Greg run down a list of Hollywoods top Movie Heroines
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Ray Lytle & Greg Bishop talk with Illinois Lieutenant Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti.
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Phone calls from crazies and a 'Sexy Trump' costume for Halloween!
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Ray talks about getting older and tries to share with Greg what being Middle Aged means!
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Brad Schaive responds to Alderman Joe McMenamin allegations made in the 10/16/18 Council Meeting!
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The City of Springfield Discussed bringing in professionals to help monitor our coyote problem. Ray had to make clear his comments regarding the coyote discussion which lead to even more complaints!
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Ray Lytle talks with Josh Britton, Administrative Team Manager for Express Employment Professionals in Springfield.
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Eventually when I leave... Remember this call!
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Representative Sara Wojcicki Jimenez (99th-R) discusses the Illinois Proud Penny Drive with The Ray Lytle Show! More info -> https://bit.ly/2qsIsju
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