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06/18/2026

A packed episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0 this week! Co-hosts Dr. Suzet McKinney and Glenn Eden kick things off with the Roundtable, breaking down the latest stories shaping Chicago and beyond. Then, NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson previews the organization's national convention coming to Chicago. TASC President and CEO Joel Johnson and Justice Initiatives Director Jac Charlier celebrate 50 years of the organization's impactful work. Plus, Umi Grigsby and Bradly Johnson — the new leaders of Share Our Spare and BUILD Inc. — share their visions for the future.

📅 Thursday, June 18 | 7:00 PM
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🌐 Stream it at cantv.org
📱 Access the episode on the can tv+ app!

06/17/2026

Groceries cost more. Rent keeps climbing. And stretching a paycheck feels harder than ever. This week on In The Money, host Tamara Dervin tackles the question so many families are asking — how do you stay financially afloat when the cost of living keeps rising?

Chef Shawanna Kennedy shares practical ways to manage rising food costs, Chicago Realtor Cassandra Sneed breaks down what renters and homebuyers need to know right now, and Certified Financial Planner James Brewer of Envision Wealth Planning shares strategies to protect your household budget. Plus, Old National Bank's Ben Joergens is back with a new installment of Money Matters

📅 Wednesday, June 17 | 7:00 PM
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CAN TV is thrilled to celebrate the incredible community producers who were recognized at this year's national HomeTown ...
06/15/2026

CAN TV is thrilled to celebrate the incredible community producers who were recognized at this year's national HomeTown Media Awards! These honors, presented by the Foundation of the Alliance for Community Media, celebrate the very best in community media, community radio, and PEG television across the country.

We couldn't be prouder of the talented storytellers, advocates, and community voices who continue to make CAN TV a home for authentic, locally-driven content. Please join us in congratulating:

Karen Anderson & Regina Anderson | TV Talk with the Sistas | Best of Audio Programming
Eddie Arruza | The Uptown Theatre at 100 | Best of Local History
Valencia Bey | The Black Puppet Show | Best of Mixed & Transmedia
David Cihla | Hands Off Chicago–No Kings Protest | Best of Community Event Activism/Rallies
Rafiah Maxie | Breaking the Silence (Chi21Connects) | Best of Public Health Programming
Jessica Scott | GovState News | Best of Overall Excellence Educational Access
CAN TV | The Audit: Black Women in Leadership Post George Floyd | Best Documentary

To all our winners — and to every producer, volunteer, intern, and staff member who makes this work possible — thank you for keeping Chicago's stories on the air and nationally recognized. We're so proud of you!

06/11/2026

The summer season premiere of Chicago Newsroom 2.0 is here — and it's a big one! Co-hosts Dr. Suzet McKinney and Glenn Eden sit down with Congressman and newly announced Chicago mayoral candidate Mike Quigley to hear his case to lead the city. Plus, Michael Stratmaunis gives us a preview of the Obama Presidential Center ahead of its grand opening, and Christy George and Dr. Harley Johnson break down IBM's major investment in the future of Chicago's South Side.

📅 Thursday, June 11 | 7:00 PM
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06/10/2026

College costs keep rising — so how do you plan for it? This week on In The Money, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs joins the conversation for an important look at the real costs of college and how families can prepare. Plus, Ben Jorgens is back with a new installment of Money Matters.

📅 Wednesday, June 10 | 7:00 PM
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06/04/2026

She was a decorated gymnast, a Division I scholarship athlete, and a hero. This week on The Journey Continues, hosts Monica Fox and Sara Jane Charles sit down with Cyndi and Frank Grobmeier of The Maddog Strong Foundation to share the inspiring story of their daughter Maddie "Maddog" Grobmeier — whose choice to become an organ donor saved and improved countless lives. Now, her legacy lives on through a foundation educating the next generation of donation advocates.

📅 Thursday, June 4 | 7:00 PM

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Big news, Chicago! Dr. Suzet McKinney and Glenn Eden are officially the permanent co-hosts of Chicago Newsroom 2.0!Two o...
06/02/2026

Big news, Chicago!

Dr. Suzet McKinney and Glenn Eden are officially the permanent co-hosts of Chicago Newsroom 2.0!
Two of the city's most respected civic leaders — bringing decades of experience across public health, media, tourism, and civic engagement — are teaming up to lead the conversations that matter most to Chicago.

Catch them every Thursday at 7 PM on CAN TV Channel 19 — streaming live at cantv.org, the can tv+ app, and on YouTube.

05/27/2026

Your credit score dropped — and you've been paying on time. What gives?

In this Money Matters segment, Old National Bank's Ben Joergens breaks down your FICO score like a report card. What counts. What doesn't. And how to build credit without paying a dime in interest.

Money Matters is a segment of In the Money with Tamara Dervin.

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05/27/2026

Thinking about being your own boss? This week on In The Money, host Tamara Dervin dives into the realities of entrepreneurship — the risks, the rewards, and how to know if it's the right path for you. She's joined by Jamhal Johnson of Moors Brewing Co. and Pierre Dunagan of the IL SBDC for a real-world look at what it takes. Plus, Old National Bank's Ben Joergens is back with a new Money Matters segment.

📅 Wednesday, May 27 | 7:00 PM

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🌐 Stream it at cantv.org
📱 Access the episode on the can tv+ app!

🎬 We're hiring a Production Manager.This is the person who keeps CAN TV's productions running — assigning crews, buildin...
05/24/2026

🎬 We're hiring a Production Manager.

This is the person who keeps CAN TV's productions running — assigning crews, building schedules, troubleshooting live, and making sure every show that leaves our studio meets the standard. You'll work across live broadcasts, recorded studio shows, and content from the community producers at the heart of what we do.

We're looking for 3–5 years of production experience, strong leadership instincts, and the kind of calm that holds up when the countdown clock is running.

Full description and application at cantv.org/careers.

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