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Podcast: City Cast Chicago
Episode: The Rise and Fall of Chicago’s Most Powerful Alder
Description: The political corruption trial of former 14th Ward Ald. Ed Burke begins today. Burke spent more than 50 years in office, making him Chicago’s longest-serving alder before he opted not to run in this year’s election. WTTW’s Heather Cherone and host Jacoby Cochran break down Burke’s long and controversial career along with the trial that could ultimately define his legacy.Some good news: The 28th Annual Asian American Jazz festNominate City Cast Chicago as Best Podcast and Hey Chicago as Best Newsletter under the "City Life" ca...