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Happy Cinco de Mayo! [Listen]

No, it’s not Mexican Independence Day. Nor is it even that big a deal of a holiday in Mexico, but Sunday marks the day that Pueblan forces in Mexico turned back a French army of […]

2013/05/03

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Making Bets on Kentucky Derby Day [Playlist]

Imagine our disappointment when Fear The Kitten was scratched from The Kentucky Derby. “Fear the Kitten” sounds like a viral youtube video. Now what horse do we bet on based on its having a cool […]

2013/05/03

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May Day for Union Labor [Listen]

Today is May Day, International Workers Day, where we celebrate the trades. Regardless of your personal membership, unions have had a long-lasting benefit to all in the workforce: the 40-hour work week; overtime rules; and […]

2013/05/01

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Dateline: Chicago 2083 [Listen]

What will Chicago look like in 2083? Will we travel in hover cars? Go to the theater in our minds? Mayor Emanuel’s new proposed parking meters deal would mean longer weekday hours, but free parking […]

2013/04/30

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Mayor Emanuel Drops By the ‘XRT Morning Show For Special Robert Plant Concert Announcement [Listen]

Sometimes the best-laid plans go to waste. Other times, a surprise door opens. We were expecting to speak with Mayor Rahm Emanuel about the 26th Annual ‘XRT Free Taste of Chicago Concert in Grant Park […]

2013/04/24

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Playing the Bard Card [Listen]

But, soft! What light through yonder window breaks? It is the east and Lin & Mary are the sun. Arise, fair sun, and kill the envious moon, who is already sick and pale with grief. […]

2013/04/23

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