Justin Bull
Podcast Producer
Prior to all that, Justin served as a reporter for a pair of local newspapers in the Bay Area, a technical writer for the State of Illinois and a garbage man for a local junk-hauling franchise. He studied radio at the Transom Story Workshop.
Stories by Justin Bull
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The Rundown: It’s time to start voting, Chicago
You can now vote early in the April 4 runoff election for mayor of Chicago. A three-year construction project on the Kennedy Expressway begins later today. It’s the vernal equinox, so keep your eyes peeled for “Chicagohenge.”
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The Rundown: Your anti-Valentine’s celebration in a ‘Swifty’ breakup bar
A Taylor Swift breakup bar for the anti-Valentine. Mayoral candidates sparred in last night’s forum. Pushback on migrant housing plan.
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The Rundown: Springfield proposal focuses on EMS worker body cameras
Watch parties for the Super Bowl. Early voting sites open across Chicago. A Springfield proposal would require EMS body cameras.
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The Rundown: Nina Sánchez’s deep Pilsen roots impact her work today
Nina Sánchez wants to see people of color thrive in Chicago’s arts communities. She explains through Vocalo’s “Chi Sounds Like” series.
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The Rundown: The latest mayoral forum has Lightfoot playing defense
Tensions were high at the latest mayoral forum. CPS is changing its promotion/retention policy. Restaurant Covid-era surcharges linger.
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The Rundown: Early voting starts today in Chicago
A controversial police training facility opens on the West Side. Early voting begins today. Additional SNAP benefits are expiring March 1.
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The Rundown: Preserving the cultural significance of Chicago’s Uptown
Hac Tran works to preserve the cultural identity of Asia on Argyle. He tells his story through Vocalo’s “Chi Sounds Like” series.
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The Rundown: More lawsuits filed against Illinois assault weapons ban
Assault weapon ban sees more lawsuits. Chicago’s unhoused population feels pressure from weather. A plan to prevent Cook County tax sales.
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The Rundown: The Chicago Board of Ethics could ask for Lightfoot investigation
An ethics investigation into Mayor Lightfoot is expected. A new proposal to protect temp workers. Demand at the food bank surges.
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The Rundown: Coffee, hip-hop, and mental health
Special thanks to Vocalo and its series “Chi Sounds Like”: We meet Christopher LeMark who works to destigmatize mental health struggles.
