ShotSpotter’s Future, Ballot Measures Explained, and Most Romantic Spots

The city’s contract with gunshot detection tech SoundThinking (aka ShotSpotter) is up at the end of the week. Will Mayor Brandon Johnson keep his campaign promise to end the contract or will he renew it ? Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea break down the mayor’s options and why it’s such a big decision. They also talk about the referenda on your ballot and Chicago’s most (and least) romantic spots ahead of Valentine’s Day. Good news: Argyle Lunar New Year Celebration and Lunar New Year Celebration Chinatown Parade 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 our sponsors: TimeLine Theatre Company’s “Notes from the Field” Become a member of City Cast Chicago . Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE