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    In The Money

    April 17, 2026
    In this episode of In The Money, host Tamara Dervin opens Season 4 with an examination of the current financial landscape, addressing rising prices, market shifts, and changes in the job market. The premiere focuses on practical steps for viewers to assess their financial standing and move toward greater stability.
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    Chicago Newsroom 2.0

    April 17, 2026
    In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, roundtable regulars Sufyan Sohel, Swathi Staley, Claude Robinson, and Jeffery Beckham examine the Johnson administration’s mounting pressures, including a public conflict with CHA Board Chair Matt Brewer. Southland Development Authority CEO Bo Kemp outlines a community investment strategy targeting industrial, commercial, and residential growth across Southland municipalities, Dr. Clinton Boyd, Jr. of Fathers, Families & Healthy Communities returns to discuss the Fathers United program, and Chief Education Correspondent Adrian Segura presents a new Education First Report alongside guest co-hosts Darrious Hilmon and Glenn Eden.
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    Chicago Newsroom 2.0

    March 27, 2026
    In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, guest co-hosts Glenn Eden and Suzet McKinney lead a roundtable with Sufyan Sohel, Claude Robinson, and Jeffery Beckham to examine the three finalists competing to lead Chicago Public Schools and assess the winners and losers from last week’s primary elections. Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot joins the program to discuss the launch of the ICE Accountability Project and her assessment of ongoing federal challenges to democratic institutions.
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    Chicago Newsroom 2.0

    March 22, 2026
    In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, hosts Dr. Suzet McKinney and Maria Doughty are joined by Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch to examine key priorities heading into the upcoming legislative session, while Executive Strategist Victor LaGroon applies a local lens to national security issues and Chicago Board of Election Commissioners’ Max Bever addresses widespread election misinformation. Micah Krohn and Darcie Price-Wallace also appear to discuss the role of meditation in community healing.
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    Chicago Newsroom 2.0

    March 10, 2026
    In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, hosts Darrious Hilmon and Monica Rubio lead a roundtable with Sufyan Sohel and Claude Robinson to examine deteriorating relations between competing political candidates and Indiana’s aggressive push to relocate the Chicago Bears. Monica Scott speaks to Bally’s Chicago’s commitment to corporate citizenship, while Lakisha McFadden highlights the ongoing work of the Centers for New Horizons in serving South Side residents. Chief Education Correspondent Adrian Segura also returns with a new installment of the Education First Report.
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    State of Aging

    February 19, 2026
    In this special presentation of State of Aging, experts, advocates, caregivers, and older adults come together for an honest conversation about what it means to age in Chicago today, examining the challenges, breakthroughs, and opportunities that shape health and connection in later life.
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    9th Congressional Candidate Town Hall Presented by Chicago Newsroom 2.0

    February 14, 2026
    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.
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    Chicago Newsroom 2.0

    February 6, 2026
    In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, guest co-hosts Jeffrey Beckham and Tamara Dervin lead a roundtable discussion on journalist arrests and the crowded race for Chuy Garcia’s Congressional seat, joined by Sufyan Sohel, Claude Robinson, and Kai El’Zabar. SomerCor President and CEO Manny Flores explores small business development opportunities in Chicago, while Max Bever delivers election updates and Husani Olujimi shares uplifting community news.
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    Chicago Newsroom 2.0

    January 24, 2026
    In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, guest co-hosts Dee Atkins and Jeffery Beckham join roundtable regulars Claude Robinson, Sufyan Sohel, and Swathi Staley to examine major issues facing Chicago. The episode features a one-on-one conversation with Center for Better Aging Executive Director Estrelitta Harmon on aging in the city, and Chief Joy Correspondent Hasani Olujimi shares uplifting community news.
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