This week, Bill is joined by 2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins. He talks about Chicago preparing for the Democratic National Convention and if the city is ready for a safe and secure convention. Hopkins does not agree with the mayor's decision to get rid of ShotSpotter. Can the city afford to shovel all the sidewalks when there is significant snowfall? They discuss the Bears and White Sox wanting public funding for new stadiums. And what needs to be done about public transportation?

The reporter roundtable was back full with Heather Cherone, Ray Long, Greg Hinz and Dave Stewart. How much is Brandon Johnson spending to keep up his looks and hair? It's been found out that lobbyists illegally donated money to the Brandon Johnson campaign. Could a new Bears stadium or White Sox stadium help revive the downtown area? And Ed Burke wants a new trial.

Finally, hear from former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel in his role as the Ambassador to Japan talking about China's role in the world

This week, Bill is joined by 2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins. He talks about Chicago preparing for the Democratic National Convention and if the city is ready for a safe and secure convention. Hopkins does not agree with the mayor's decision to get rid of ShotSpotter. Can the city afford to shovel all the sidewalks when there is significant snowfall? They discuss the Bears and White Sox wanting public funding for new stadiums. And what needs to be done about public transportation?
The reporter roundtable was back full with Heather Cherone, Ray Long, Greg Hinz and Dave Stewart. How much is Brandon Johnson spending to keep up his looks and hair? It's been found out that lobbyists illegally donated money to the Brandon Johnson campaign. Could a new Bears stadium or White Sox stadium help revive the downtown area? And Ed Burke wants a new trial.
Finally, hear from former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel in his role as the Ambassador to Japan talking about China's role in the world

Legendary Chicago political reporter Bill Cameron is the producer and host of “Take 1 with Bill Cameron” a weekly interview program and podcast. Cameron retired from full-time reporting in August 2021 after more than a half century of covering Chicago politics. 
“Take 1 with Bill Cameron” will present unedited interviews with Chicago newsmakers and discussions about breaking local news. 

Legendary Chicago political reporter Bill Cameron is the producer and host of &ldquo;Take 1 with Bill Cameron&rdquo;&nbsp;a weekly interview program and podcast. Cameron retired from full-time reporting in August 2021 after more than a half century of covering Chicago politics.&nbsp; &ldquo;Take 1 with Bill Cameron&rdquo;&nbsp;will present unedited interviews with Chicago newsmakers and discussions about breaking local news.&nbsp;

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