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EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 36 MIN

What Happened in Springfield? Plus, Dreaming of Summer Break

from City Cast Chicago · host City Cast

What did lawmakers get done in Springfield? A $56 billion budget, a cellphone ban in schools, relief for those who lost SNAP benefits, and so much more. However, they didn’t pass a Bears stadium plan. Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea break down lawmakers’ early morning sprint across the spring session finish line. Plus, school is out for CPS this week, and we’re dreaming up our ideal Chicago summer vacations. Good News: From Memory to Movement: Emmett at 85 Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Tuesday, June 2 episode: Enjoy Illinois American Writers Museum Chicago Public Library Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

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