City Cast Chicago

Let Chicago’s Budget Battle Begin

Oct 20, 2025 · 37 min
0:00-37:34

Streams straight from the publisher. podnod never proxies or re-hosts episode audio.

Mayor Brandon Johnson gave his highly anticipated budget address last week. The headline has been the city’s $1.19 billion budget deficit. Now we’ve got our first look at how City Hall wants to balance the budget. WTTW’s Heather Cherone walks us through the biggest proposed tax hikes, spending cuts, and the political climate heading into budget negotiations.  

Good News: Bulls Home Opener

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 Oct. 20 episode: 

Become a member of City Cast Chicago.

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE