In what has become an annual tradition at WLS, Bill Cameron plays audio collected from his years covering Mayor Richard J. Daley. December 20th will mark 46 years since the former mayor's death.

The reporter round-table with Greg Hinz (Crain's Chicago), Ray Long (Chicago Tribune) and Heather Cherone (WTTW) discuss the increased fines for automobile drivers who illegally use bicycle lanes for such things as driving and parking.  Plus, Mayor Lightfoot had two major achievements this past week as the city council has approved Chicago's first casino and the extension of the CTA redline from 95th street to 130th street.

In what has become an annual tradition at WLS, Bill Cameron plays audio collected from his years covering Mayor Richard J. Daley. December 20th will mark 46 years since the former mayor's death.
The reporter round-table with Greg Hinz (Crain's Chicago), Ray Long (Chicago Tribune) and Heather Cherone (WTTW) discuss the increased fines for automobile drivers who illegally use bicycle lanes for such things as driving and parking.  Plus, Mayor Lightfoot had two major achievements this past week as the city council has approved Chicago's first casino and the extension of the CTA redline from 95th street to 130th street.

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 “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.

Take 1 with Bill Cameron

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;

Take 1 with Bill Cameron (12-18-2022) - Mayor Richard J. Daley - On the Record

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This week, Bill is joined by the outgoing Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx. She talks about her 8 years in office. Is the legal system fairer now than it was when she took over as Cook County State's Attorney? She also took aim at the new Trump Administration for his pick of Matt Gaetz as Attorney General.

The reporter roundtable with Greg Hinz, Dave Stewart and Ray Long talked about the Chicago City Council unanimously rejecting Brandon Johnson's $300 million property tax hike. They ponder what Trump is doing with all his controversial nominees for cabinet positions. And we get an update on the Mike Madigan trial. Did the prosecution's star witness take a hit.

And Bill says goodbye to Take 1.

This week, Bill is joined by the outgoing Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx. She talks about her 8 years in office. Is the legal system fairer now than it was when she took over as Cook County State's Attorney? She also took aim at the new Trump Administration for his pick of Matt Gaetz as Attorney General.
The reporter roundtable with Greg Hinz, Dave Stewart and Ray Long talked about the Chicago City Council unanimously rejecting Brandon Johnson's $300 million property tax hike. They ponder what Trump is doing with all his controversial nominees for cabinet positions. And we get an update on the Mike Madigan trial. Did the prosecution's star witness take a hit.
And Bill says goodbye to Take 1.

Take 1 with Bill Cameron (11-17-2024) - Kim Foxx - Outgoing Cook County State's Attorney

This week, Bill is joined by the former Inspector General for the City of Chicago, Joe Ferguson. He's currently the President of the Civic Federation. Ferguson reacts to Donald Trump being elected as President again and how that will effect Chicago and Illinois. He also talks City of Chicago politics, like the Mayor Johnson introducing a massive property tax increase. Is that even necessary? And what impact will the new elected school board have on CPS?

The reporter roundtable with Heather Cherone, Dave Stewart, Greg Hinz and Ray Long react to Donald Trump becoming the President-Elect. How did that happen and what did the Harris Campaign do wrong? They also talk about how Trump will effect the City of Chicago. The Chicago City Council had a cold reaction to Brandon Johnson's property tax increase proposal. And Ray Long, who literally wrote the book on Michael Madigan, gives an update on Madigan's trial.

Finally, hear from longtime Chicago Lawyer Michael Shakman about why the patronage system is not a good thing. This with the Madigan trial going on and Donald Trump about to be back in office.

This week, Bill is joined by the former Inspector General for the City of Chicago, Joe Ferguson. He's currently the President of the Civic Federation. Ferguson reacts to Donald Trump being elected as President again and how that will effect Chicago and Illinois. He also talks City of Chicago politics, like the Mayor Johnson introducing a massive property tax increase. Is that even necessary? And what impact will the new elected school board have on CPS?
The reporter roundtable with Heather Cherone, Dave Stewart, Greg Hinz and Ray Long react to Donald Trump becoming the President-Elect. How did that happen and what did the Harris Campaign do wrong? They also talk about how Trump will effect the City of Chicago. The Chicago City Council had a cold reaction to Brandon Johnson's property tax increase proposal. And Ray Long, who literally wrote the book on Michael Madigan, gives an update on Madigan's trial.
Finally, hear from longtime Chicago Lawyer Michael Shakman about why the patronage system is not a good thing. This with the Madigan trial going on and Donald Trump about to be back in office.

Take 1 with Bill Cameron (11-10-2024) - Joe Ferguson - Former Chicago Inspector General

This week Bill plays Brandon Johnson's comments about having to raise property taxes in the city. Also, hear an interesting discussion on what to expect in the Presidential Election on Tuesday. 

The reporter roundtable with Heather Cherone, Dave Stewart, Greg Hinz and Ray Long discuss whether they think Brandon Johnson's budget is viable for the City Council. Might it be DOA? What are some of the overlooked issues when it comes to the election? And Illinois votes on a non-binding referendum on whether to raise taxes on the rich, does this mean anything?

And finally, former Alderman Bill Beavers died this week. Listen to his reaction after getting busted for tax evasion in 2013.

This week Bill plays Brandon Johnson's comments about having to raise property taxes in the city. Also, hear an interesting discussion on what to expect in the Presidential Election on Tuesday. 
The reporter roundtable with Heather Cherone, Dave Stewart, Greg Hinz and Ray Long discuss whether they think Brandon Johnson's budget is viable for the City Council. Might it be DOA? What are some of the overlooked issues when it comes to the election? And Illinois votes on a non-binding referendum on whether to raise taxes on the rich, does this mean anything?
And finally, former Alderman Bill Beavers died this week. Listen to his reaction after getting busted for tax evasion in 2013.

Take 1 with Bill Cameron (12-18-2022) - Mayor Richard J. Daley - On the Record

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