Chicago Newsroom 2.0 takes a closer look at the week’s top local news stories as reported In the newspapers, online, on the radio, and on TV. An array of local journalists join the show’s host each week to provide color and context, and in-the-room insights on the stories most important to Chicago and Chicagoans.

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Capital for Chicago Changemakers

Capital for Chicago Changemakers

09/03/2026 | 60 minutes
In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, host Glenn Eden opens with the Roundtable, where Sufyan Sohel and Claude Robinson examine the week's biggest stories, from the fights at City Hall to the pressure on public safety and the ongoing impact of federal actions on Chicago neighborhoods. Field Foundation President Daniel Ash then joins with Leaders for a New Chicago awardees Candace Coleman of Access Living and Adriana Velázquez of the Parent Engagement Institute to discuss the $50,000 no-strings award supporting grassroots leaders shaping the city.
Barriers, Branches, and Being Counted

Barriers, Branches, and Being Counted

08/27/2026 | 60 minutes
In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, co-hosts Dr. Suzet McKinney and Glenn Eden are joined by The Roundtable to unpack the top stories shaping Chicago this week. Chicago Public Library Commissioner Chris Brown and newly appointed Chicago Public Library Foundation President and CEO Eva Giglio then make the case that libraries are investments in people, places, and the connections that make neighborhoods thrive.
Budgets, Books & Ballots

Budgets, Books & Ballots

08/13/2026 | 30 minutes
In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, co-hosts Dr. Suzet McKinney and Glenn Eden are joined by The Roundtable to unpack the top stories shaping Chicago this week. Chicago Public Library Commissioner Chris Brown and newly appointed Chicago Public Library Foundation President and CEO Eva Giglio then make the case that libraries are investments in people, places, and the connections that make neighborhoods thrive.
Running for Chicago, Rooting for Community

Running for Chicago, Rooting for Community

07/30/2026 | 30 minutes
In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, co-hosts Dr. Suzet McKinney and Glenn Eden review the week's top news at The Roundtable with Jeffery Beckham, Kafi Moragne-Patterson, and Sufyan Sohel. Chicago mayoral candidate Dr. Lisa Nee makes her case for leading the city, and The Stories of Us CEO Ashley Shaw Scott Adjaye discusses a civic imagination and storytelling project centered on lived experiences in Chicago and beyond.
Breaking Barriers, Building Opportunity

Breaking Barriers, Building Opportunity

07/23/2026 | 30 minutes
In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, co-hosts Dr. Suzet McKinney and Glenn Eden open with the Roundtable, breaking down the week's top stories. Executive coach Nicole Johnson-Scales discusses the unspoken challenges facing leaders of color, and Aspire CEO Serena Alaily details a new food services training program creating job opportunities for people with disabilities.
9th Congressional Candidate Town Hall Presented by Chicago Newsroom 2.0 Full Episode

9th Congressional Candidate Town Hall Presented by Chicago Newsroom 2.0

02/13/2026 | 60 minutes
Chicago Newsroom 2.0 is bringing the candidates directly to you. Watch the leading contenders for the 9th Congressional District make their case for your vote. Voters will hear directly from the candidates competing to represent Chicago in Congress. Tune in to see who has what it takes to earn your support.
2nd Congressional Candidate Town Hall Presented by Chicago Newsroom 2.0 Full Episode

2nd Congressional Candidate Town Hall Presented by Chicago Newsroom 2.0

02/12/2026 | 90 minutes
Leading contenders for Illinois' 2nd Congressional District made their case to voters in a must-see town hall, sharing their vision for Chicago's future. It's a rare opportunity to hear directly from the people seeking your vote — unfiltered and in their own words.
Your Opinion, On Air | Chicago Newsroom 2.0 Web Extra

Your Opinion, On Air | Chicago Newsroom 2.0

01/12/2026 | 1 minutes
In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, guest co-hosts Dr. Suzet McKinney and Mark Ishaug break down the high-stakes debate surrounding Chicago’s 2026 budget, including the CPS property tax controversy and the fight for control of the City Council’s Zoning Committee. The conversation includes an in-depth interview with Aldermen Nicole Lee and Pat Dowell, key architects of the proposed budget, along with discussions on supporting first-generation college students and the Pullman Foundation’s transformative $10 million investment.

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In Other News, hosted by Robin Robinson, offers a unique weekly take on underreported topics, blending truth, fun, and Black culture. Veteran journalist Robin Robinson hosts transformative discussions that span societal levels, from the trap house to the White House. Each episode promises deep insights and actionable takeaways, providing more than news—it’s a dynamic exploration of real events and impactful stories.

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Change Agents

Change Agents shines a light on the most pressing challenges facing Chicago’s communities—from homelessness and food inequity to bail reform, hate crimes, and school bullying—while introducing viewers to the nonprofit and grassroots organizations working on the front lines to create meaningful change.

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Chicago Politics

Chicago Politics is a monthly program that examines Chicago’s unique political landscape. Hosted by veteran journalist Hugo Balta, Chicago Politics will delve into the decisions that shape our city and how these affect our diverse communities.

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Chicago Noir

Chicago Noir is a monthly news magazine highlighting the city from an African American perspective. Each issue presents three in-depth features on individuals and organizations that enrich the Black experience and offer diverse viewpoints on key local and national issues.

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In The Arena

Thoughtful, fair, and honest “kitchen table” conversations with the people who make Chicago one of America’s greatest cities. Host (and CAN TV Executive Director) Darrious Hilmon will converse with the thinkers, writers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, businesspeople, and newsmakers, asking the obvious – and not so obvious questions.

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