Program Overview
In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, host Andy Zopp leads a critical discussion on Chicago’s downgraded bond rating and the upcoming closure of several Walgreens locations in the city’s most underserved neighborhoods. Roundtable guests Adrienne Samuels Gibbs, Sufyan Sohel, Morgan Malone, and Hugo Balta provide in-depth analysis on the financial and social implications of these developments. Additionally, Andy sits down for a one-on-one conversation with Stephanie Piccirilli, CEO & President of Ignite, to explore the organization’s efforts in supporting youth experiencing homelessness and creating pathways to stability.