Madigan’s Split Verdict, Heartland Shuttering Clinics, and Cowboy Carter Tickets

Earlier this week, former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, once the most influential politician in the state, was found guilty of bribery, conspiracy, and other corruption charges following a four-month trial and two weeks of deliberation. We’ve got WCIU TV host Brandon Pope and Block Club Chicago’s Jamie Nesbit Golden reacting to this historic conviction, including the juror's split verdict . Plus, the city prepares to lose community clinics in Uptown and Englewood , Beyonce adds a third Chicago tour date , and we’re loving one North Lawndale neighbor’s ice cream dreams . 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 Feb. 14 episode: The Newberry - Use code CITYCAST for 10% off your class TimeLine Theatre Company Become a member of City Cast Chicago . Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE