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Johnson Testifies, New Parks CEO, and a CTA Bus Every 10 Minutes?!

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Mayor Brandon Johnson is in D.C. and he’ll be testifying Wednesday in front of a House oversight committee about Chicago’s welcoming city policies, aka sanctuary city laws. Executive producer Simone Alicea and host Jacoby Cochran discuss their expectations heading into the Congressional hearing. Plus, who is replacing retiring Park District CEO Rosa Escareño and where is CTA adding additional bus service? Good News: Jazz and Gumbo Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this March 4th episode: Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Steppenwolf Theatre Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

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