In her last days in office, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot declares a state of emergency over the influx of migrants. Meanwhile, Ald. Byron Sigcho Lopez (25th Ward) opens a shelter in a vacant warehouse.

A look back at Lightfoot’s legacy: intransigent or undone by the COVID-19 pandemic and civil unrest? She was emotional during her farewell address, but also defiant and unapologetic.

Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson has named more of his top team before his inauguration, including a top CTU official as deputy mayor. What challenges are Johnson facing exactly as he is sworn in Monday morning?

In the search for a new Chicago police superintendent, 32 of the 53 applicants have CPD experience — a must for the new mayor. Meanwhile, Chicago mourns the killing of another officer.

In sports, the Blackhawks land the top spot in the draft and a real shot at teen sensation Connor Bedard. He’s seen as a possible team savior and base of rebuild. And Chicago’s controversial NASCAR Street Race is shutting down museum campus.

Guests:

Heather Cherone, WTTW News | @HeatherCherone

Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune | @LAURA_N_ROD

Greg Hinz, Crain's Chicago Business | @GregHinz

Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune | @_Phil_Thompson

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