Chicago's 'Mansion Tax,' Airport Pickup Tips, and Who's Our Rap GOAT?

Mayor Brandon Johnson and his allies in City Council want to put the Bring Chicago Home ordinance on the March 2024 ballot. The measure would increase Chicago’s real estate transfer tax, a one-time tax paid when a property is sold, on properties over $1 million to fund efforts to fight homelessness. Lead producer Simone Alicea and host Jacoby Cochran break down the yearslong push to get Bring Chicago Home passed. Plus, we hear your tips and tricks for airport pickup and we’ve got thoughts on Chicago’s hip-hop GOAT. 

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