At Issue On Wbbm Newsradio

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Robin Koelsch, Sr. Director of Partnerships for Communities in Schools of Chicago, and a few students from the Do the Write Thing program to discuss the partnership, CISofC and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Cook County State's Attorney Eileen O'Neill Burke to discuss her first 100 days in office, crime around Chicago and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by Grace Pai, the executive director of Asian American Advancing Justice in Chicago, to discuss how the Trump administration's decisions on the country's official language & immigration will impact Asian American communities.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Melissa Mister & Tony Diaz of After School Matters to discuss the importance of after-school programs across the city, it's plans for the future ahead of their 35th anniversary and more. Melissa Mister is the Chief of Strategy & Staff with After School Matters & Tony Diaz is the Chief Program Officer with After School Matters.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by Ralph Matire, the executive director of the Center for Tax & Budget Accountability, to discuss the the latest news from Governor Pritzker, pensions, taxes & more.

With President Trump's cabinet filling out and executive orders being signed, WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore poses the question: is this a good time to be a Republican lawmaker on Capitol Hill? Dellimore invites 16th District Congressman Darin LaHood to discuss it.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore welcomes guests from the Chicago Pre-College Science & Engineering Program to discuss if now is the right time to grow these programs in the city of Chicago, why the city can be a hub for STEM students and more!

The presence of the U.S Immigration & Customs Enforcement in Chicago & around the country has caused a panic among people & businesses alike. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with American Business Immigration Coalition CEO Rebecca Shi & Illinois Restaurant Association CEO Sam Toia to discuss the impact on businesses locally and more.

The Illinois Department of Public Health reported a rise in flu, RSV & COVID-19 hospitalizations over the holiday break. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits with Dr. Whitney Lyn & Dr. Sharon Welbel on the cold weather causing a surge in raspatory illnesses and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore shares part of a panel discussion, hosted by the Partnership for Safe & Peaceful Communities, featuring Cody Williams of the Community Violence Intervention Field & former Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah. While there may not be one solution to solving gun violence, the panel discuss some ways to help resolve it.

This week's guest is Alisa Kaplan, the Executive Director for "Reform for Illinois", a nonpartisan research and advocacy organization. Looking back on 2024, there are many historical and pivotal moments in politics, which is discussed with Alisa in this episode. Across major Chicago political events, and nationwide events, there is much to be reflected on.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore takes a tour of the Greater Chicago Food Depository with its Chief Operating Officer Jill Rahman to discuss the facility, the rising hunger numbers and more!

This time of year is known as the "Season of Giving" and it is tradition for WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore to sit down with local charities to discuss the state of charitable organizations in Chicago. Joining this week's program are Sean Garrett, CEO of United Way of Metro Chicago, & Angela Hurlock, the CEO of Claretian Associates and Interim CEO of the Chicago Housing Authority.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx to discuss her tenure in the state's attorney's office, looking back at the big moments from her stint and looking ahead to what is next for her & the attorney's office.

With the election of Republican Donald Trump as the 47th President, a spotlight has be put on Illinois with its future with Democratic Governor J.B Pritzker. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by IL Senate Republican Leader John Curran to discuss Governor Pritzker's decisions, whether it is a good time to be a republican in IL with the budget problems & more.

America has elected Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States. What does that mean for the future of Illinois & the rest of the country? WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore discusses it with IL Congressman Mike Quigley (D).

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and his finance team to discuss the city's budget challenge, possible property tax increases, the Chicago school board election and much more.

This week's At Issue tackles school board elections among the on-going tensions between Chicago Public Schools CEO, Pedro Martinez, and Mayor Brandon Johnson. Our guest this week is Becky Vevea, the Bureau Chief for Chalkbeat Chicago, a nonprofit news organization covering education.

This Week's guest is Robin Koelsch of the organization Communities in Schools of Chicago. Out of thorough research, the organization has created what it calls a "Bullying Brief" that explores a great issue present in so many schools.

Policing may not be enough to stop gun violence. To some, community violence intervention may be the answer, especially amongst young people. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore spotlights a webinar done by the University of Chicago Crime Lab to discuss why this practice works to prevent gun violence in Chicago.