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Hosted by Corey with the Story, Chicago News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Chicago—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing lo... more

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Ricardo Sepeda
Owner of Calaveras Barbershop
Calaveras Barbershop
Episode: Barbershop Turns Hate Into Hope
Will Venable
Manager, Chicago White Sox
Chicago White Sox
Episode: White Sox Struggle Away But Fight Back
Davis Martin
Pitcher, Chicago White Sox
Chicago White Sox
Episode: White Sox Struggle Away But Fight Back
Colson Montgomery
Player, Chicago White Sox
Chicago White Sox
Episode: White Sox Struggle Away But Fight Back
Sean Newcomb
Left-handed reliever, Chicago White Sox
Chicago White Sox
Episode: White Sox Struggle Away But Fight Back
Everson Pereira
Center fielder, Chicago White Sox
Chicago White Sox
Episode: White Sox Struggle Away But Fight Back
Julie Contreras
Pastor
Episode: Fearful Signs Target Undocumented Residents
Sam Cunningham
Mayor
Mayor of North Chicago (as referenced)
Episode: Fearful Signs Target Undocumented Residents
Dawn Kelley
Food Service Director, Portage Township Schools
Portage Township Schools
Episode: Scratch Cooking for Healthier School Breakfasts

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Corey
Host of daily local updates focused on Chicago-area stories across news, business, culture, and community developments.

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This daily, high-velocity local news update delivers concise Chicago-focused reporting across city headlines, business, culture, sports, and community events. Episodes are designed for quick listening, with fast briefings that keep listeners up to speed in minutes. A notable feature is AI-assisted production that aims for speed and consistency at scale, potentially appealing to busy professionals and commuters who want reliable, timestamped coverage without a time commitment. The format emphasizes practical bite-sized briefings and actionable local context, making it useful for people who need to stay informed about Chicago-area developments on a tight schedule.

Overall, the show stands out for its rapid-fire delivery, citywide scope, and ... more

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1. Ricardo Sepeda
2. Will Venable
3. Davis Martin
4. Colson Montgomery
5. Sean Newcomb
6. Everson Pereira
7. Julie Contreras
8. Sam Cunningham

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