Monday, February 2, 2026
Feb 02, 2026•7 min
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Summary
Chicago's Metropolitan Capital Bank & Trust becomes the first U.S. bank to close in 2026, amid assurances that depositors will not lose money. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has injected $5 million into a Super PAC supporting Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton's bid for U.S. Senate, a race also featuring Raja Krishnamorthy and Robin Kelly. The episode also highlights the Chicago premiere of "Drumline Live," a theatrical show inspired by HBCU marching bands, and features Chef Cliff Rome discussing his culinary plans for the upcoming Obama Presidential Center, emphasizing community and nostalgic South Side dining experiences.Episode description
Metropolitan Capital Bank & Trust in Chicago’s River North is the first bank in the nation to go under in 2026. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has pumped $5 million into a super PAC supporting Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton’s bid for U.S. Senate. A theatrical production based on marching band traditions in historically Black colleges and universities kicked off its tour in Chicago.
Plus, the Obama Presidential Center will feature a museum and library when it opens in June. Chef Cliff Rome is shaping the vision for dining at the complex.
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