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Simone Alicea
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Producer, City Cast Chicago
Chicago
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I cannot think of an area or topic about which I'd refuse to cover or write.
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By Simone Alicea| KNKX-FM (Tacoma, WA) Verified As protests against racism and police brutality raged last summer, one group of activists could only look on from afar. “Of course you want to be there,” Vincent Sherrill told KNKX from the Monroe Correctional Complex in September. “Then, to be truthful, there’s guilt and shame along with that for putting yourself in this situation.” Sherrill is serving a life sentence for first-degree murder. He’s also a member of the Black Prisoners Caucus, one of Washington’s oldest prisoner organizations.
By Ed Ronco Verified, Simone Alicea| KNKX-FM (Tacoma, WA) Verified They briefly occupied an abandoned middle school, hoping to make it into housing. They dumped trash on the steps of Tacoma’s city hall, urging trash collection at encampments. And now a group pushing for better housing in the city says it plans something on Christmas Day, too. Tacoma Housing Now wouldn’t offer specifics for their next protest action, but spokesperson Rebecca Parson said it would be something “all members of the community” would be able to participate in.
By Simone Alicea| KNKX-FM (Tacoma, WA) Verified As protests against racism and police brutality raged last summer, one group of activists could only look on from afar. “Of course you want to be there,” Vincent Sherrill told KNKX from the Monroe Correctional Complex in September. “Then, to be truthful, there’s guilt and shame along with that for putting yourself in this situation.” Sherrill is serving a life sentence for first-degree murder. He’s also a member of the Black Prisoners Caucus, one of Washington’s oldest prisoner organizations.
Company Info
City Cast Chicago
City Cast is a network of local news podcasts and newsletters that connects people with their communities across the United States. Founded in March 2021, the company focuses on providing easily accessible local news and insights, fostering a sense of belonging and curiosity among residents. City Cast celebrates the unique aspects of each city while promoting local engagement and community involvement. The company offers daily local news podcasts that cover local news, culture, and events, along with newsletters that provide concise updates on local happenings. City Cast currently operates in several U.S. cities, including Boise, Chicago, Denver, and Houston, with plans to expand into more cities in the coming years. Backed by Graham Holdings, City Cast is experiencing significant revenue growth and aims to reach profitability by 2027. The company also provides advertising opportunities for brands to connect with engaged local audiences.
Pittsburgh, United States
+1 608-318-3367
Founded: 2020