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As we are nearing the end of Women's History Month, this week's At Issue looks to shine on spotlight on the Chicago Foundation for Women. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore sits down with Felicia Davis Blakely, the President & CEO of the Chicago Foundation for Women. They talk about women's position within our society, the foundation's work with women and so much more. 

With the pandemic changing how students have been taught in schools the past few years, mental health has become a big point of emphasis with schooling. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore talks to two representatives from Communities in Schools of Chicago to break down the spotlight on student mental health and where it could go from here.  Representing Communities in Schools of Chicago are Shipra Panicker, the Senior Director of Intensive Student Supports & Robin Koelsch, the Senior Director of Partnerships.

With Mayor Lightfoot's term ending in May, many are looking for the Office of Re-Entry to remain in place once the term ends. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore speaks to Willette Benford of the Office of Re-Entry about helping people who have been incarcerated find their footing once released, her own history with re-entry and more.

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore recaps this past mayoral election as Lori Lightfoot was not elected for a second term as Chicago mayor. He is joined by former NBC 5 reporter Phil Rogers & Daily Line's Erin Hagerty to recap the Lightfoot campaign and more. 

With 8 challengers fighting to take her place, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is looking for reelection. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by incumbent mayor Lightfoot to discuss some closing arguments before the Chicago Mayoral Election and take a look back at some of her speeches to remind voters where Lightfoot stands on current topics & events. 

Since 2015, Dorval Carter has been atop of the Chicago Transit Authority. While the CTA has been a hot topic for the Chicago Mayoral race, WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore talks with Carter about the challenges, accomplishments & future of the CTA. 

Jesus "Chuy" Garcia is no stranger to political offices in Chicago & the state of Illinois. From the Illinois State Senate to the Cook County Commissioner's Office, Garcia has made his presence known. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore speaks to Garcia about the mayoral race & more.

What does "community policing" mean & what should it be? WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by Roseanna Ander, Micole Jordan-McBride & Andrew Papachristos to answer those questions. 

Businessman Willie Wilson is currently running his third campaign for mayor of the city of Chicago. Wilson sits down with WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore about his plans to keep citizens & businesses in the city, getting crime levels lower & more.

Looking to follow in his father's footsteps, Alderman Roderick Sawyer is looking to become Chicago's next mayor. Sawyer speaks with WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore about how we will do what's right for the city as its mayor.

Community Advocate & Organizer Ja'Mal Green is running for mayor of Chicago for a second time. Green speaks with WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore about his focus on neighborhood economic development & how he champions the most vulnerable of the city's residents.

State Representative Kam Buckner describes himself as a son of Chicago and to show his love for the city, he is running for mayor. Buckner talks to WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore on why he cannot wait for a safe & just Chicago and how he will work towards that if elected mayor. 

Rob Hart speaks with Bill Jackson, Executive Director of the Discovery Partners Institute at the University of Illinois at Chicago, about the legal recreational marijuana business.

The Chicago City Council approved a measure that will make it easier to ticket, or even tow, a car that’s parked in a bicycle-only lane. Jim Merrell, a top official with the Active Transportation Alliance, tells Craig Dellimore that it’s one solution to a dangerous problem.

Former Chicago Public Schools Chief Paul Vallas ran for mayor four years ago, and this time he is stressing public safety in his campaign. He tells Craig Dellimore that he is also challenging Mayor Lightfoot’s assertion that the city is thriving now that it’s recovering from the pandemic.

Alderwoman Sophia King, who is running for Mayor, tells Craig Dellimore that her extensive public safety plan could reduce the number of people committing violent crimes.

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White, the longest serving holder of that title, is retiring after this month. He reminisced, and looks ahead, with Political Editor Craig Dellimore.

Representatives from the City Colleges of Chicago talk to Craig Dellimore about a program called One Million Degrees. 

The Workers Rights Amendment won voter approval for the Illinois Constitution. Craig Dellimore discusses the amendment with Todd Maisch, President of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, and Marc Poulos, who is an employment attorney.

Political Editor Craig Dellimore discusses the mid-term elections with Heather Cherone, Political Reporter for WTTW Channel 11, and WBBM Political Analyst Andy Shaw.