About this episode
This episode provides a guide to events and news in Chicago for May 2026.
May flowers are blooming all around us as summertime Chicago is on the horizon. We’ve got your guide to what’s happening in Chicago this month — rain or shine. Host Jacoby Cochran, creative producer Michelle Navarro, and audience development manager Chima Ikoro have events to look forward to, tips for May, and news stories to watch. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this May 4 episode: Illinois Solar Energy Assoc. Enjoy Illinois TimeLine Theatre Co Window Nation Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
People in this episode
Host: Jacoby Cochran
Topics covered
- May events
- Chicago news
- Summer activities
- Local tips
- Community engagement
Keywords
- Chicago
- May 2026
- events
- news
- summer
- community
Sponsors
Illinois Solar Energy Assoc., Enjoy Illinois, TimeLine Theatre Co, Window Nation
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