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We've talked to the University of Chicago's Robert Pape on this show many times - he leads the school's project on security and threats - a well regarded international think tank - and he's been writing about the Iran War on Substack - claiming it falls into his theory of the "Escalation Trap," where immediate bombing leads to escalation leads to an all out quagmire - and that's where he believes this is headed, especially as Iran controls the all important oil pathway - the strait of Hormuz

The armed man accused of ramming a car into a Michigan synagogue is dead.  Officials say he was fatally shot by security as he drove through the Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township right outside of Detroit.  Israeli Consul General to the Midwest join the show.

Cassie goes 1-on-1 with new Bears WR Kalif Raymond at Halas Hall. Raymond talks about what it'll be like to reunited with Ben Johnson and what he'll bring to a talented, young WR room.

Cassie goes 1-on-1 with new Bears safety Coby Bryant at Halas Hall. Bryant talks about his elite competitiveness and the leadership he wants to bring to the Bears. 

A victim and gunman are dead after a shooting on the campus of Old Dominion University.  Two other victims were hurt-- they are stable.

Gov. Braun toured Lake Village on Thursday after the area was struck by a tornado earlier in the week, leaving behind widespread damage.

The Civilian Office of Police accountability is investigating a deadly police shooting in Humboldt Park. Police say they tried to stop a car they say was linked to an earlier expressway shooting.  Tia Ewing is back from speaking with the family.

Near Detroit, a person is dead after ramming a vehicle into a synagogue.  Security shot at the vehicle, but it is not clear if their gunfire killed the suspect.  That's because the truck caught fire, and the suspect's body was found badly burned inside.  Synagogues around the world have been on alert and ramping up security since the war on Iran started. Joining us to talk about what happened today and security precautions is former Secret Service agent G. Michael Verden, founder of the Lake Forest Group.

Synagogues around the world are increasing security as tensions rise during the war with Iran. After a vehicle attack in Michigan raised new concerns, a former Secret Service agent explains how houses of worship prepare for threats, what investigators are now looking into, and how law enforcement agencies are coordinating their response.

A Chicago coalition is asking a judge to appoint a special prosecutor. They want an independent investigation into federal agents and their use of force during Operation Midway Blitz. 

With four days until the primary, outside groups have spent at least $7 million trying to influence the race to replace Congresswoman Robin Kelly. Big-money interests tied to Israel, AI and cryptocurrency are backing — or targeting — the leading candidates as the contest heads into its final stretch.

It's been two days since powerful storms tore through Indiana and Illinois, and now the governors of both states have come out to see the damage for themselves. There’s still a lot to clean up and a lot of questions. Let's start over in Kankakee with Bret Buganski.

It’s official: AI is a degree! Northwestern Professor Samir Khuller reveals the details of the new Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence

Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb joins us as the FBI joins the search for a missing retired Air Force General with ties to the Pentagon’s most sensitive UFO programs. We also dive into the anomalies of the interstellar object 3I/Atlas and the 40% chance the government is hiding a massive data drop.

Chicago Tribune’s Alice Yin joins us to discuss the conflicting reports surrounding Sunny Naqvi, the Skokie woman who says she was held by ICE for nearly 48 hours.

Gov. Pritzker visited Kankakee on Thursday after the area was struck by an EF-3 tornado, leaving behind widespread damage. 

Tina is joined by The Athletic's Ted Nguyen on the CST to recap the fallout of the Ravens, Maxx Crosby trade situation, and Ted gives his thoughts on the Bears' offseason moves so far, including why he believes Coby Bryant and Devin Bush are great fits for the defense.

Gov. Mike Braun visited northwest Indiana on Thursday to tour storm damage and meet with community members impacted by tornadoes that killed two people earlier this week.

Dr. Che "Rhymefest" Smith joins us to discuss the newly released track "I AM," featuring the iconic voice of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson. Recorded nearly a decade ago, the song serves as a powerful musical tribute to the Reverend’s lasting legacy.