Mayor Brandon Johnson to Host Live Q&A with Chicagoans

Chicago residents can call in to 'In the Loop' radio show to ask the mayor questions

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Mayor Brandon Johnson is returning to WBEZ 91.5's morning talk show 'In the Loop' with host Sasha-Ann Simons to answer listener questions live on Wednesday. Chicagoans can call 866-915-WBEZ between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. to bring their questions about the city and its governance directly to the mayor.

Why it matters

This live call-in session allows Mayor Johnson to directly engage with Chicago residents and address their concerns about issues impacting the city. It provides a platform for the mayor to demonstrate transparency and accountability to the public.

The details

Last month, Johnson spoke with WBEZ listeners about community resources for kids, job opportunities for Black Chicagoans, teen curfew concerns and locking horns with City Council over the city budget. 'It's not enough to have a strong City Council,' he said. 'You have to have a responsible one, and so that work doesn't stop because we disagree on 1.67% of the overall budget.'

  • The live Q&A session will take place on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. CST.

The players

Mayor Brandon Johnson

The current mayor of Chicago who is hosting the live call-in session to answer questions from residents.

Sasha-Ann Simons

The host of WBEZ's morning talk show 'In the Loop' where the mayor's Q&A will take place.

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What they’re saying

“It's not enough to have a strong City Council. You have to have a responsible one, and so that work doesn't stop because we disagree on 1.67% of the overall budget.”

— Mayor Brandon Johnson (WBEZ)

What’s next

Chicagoans can call 866-915-WBEZ (866-915-9239) on Wednesday, February 11th from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. CST to ask Mayor Johnson questions during the live 'In the Loop' radio broadcast.

The takeaway

This live Q&A session demonstrates Mayor Johnson's commitment to transparency and accountability, providing Chicago residents a direct line to voice their concerns and get answers from the city's top leader.