Paris Schutz
Paris Schutz is Political Correspondent for Fox Chicago.
Schutz comes to Fox after 19 years at WTTW Chicago, most recently as investigative reporter and anchor of the nightly "Chicago Tonight" program and moderator of "The Week in Review."
Before that, he was the station’s chief political correspondent, covering multiple political conventions, elections, and corruption investigations.
Schutz has earned two Midwest Emmy’s and 8 Peter Lisagor Awards, three of them for "Best TV reporter," and one for a documentary he produced and reported about the candidacy of Illinois Governor JB Pritzker.
Schutz is a native of River Forest, Ill., a graduate of St. Ignatius College Prep, and a keyboardist and singer-songwriter in his spare time.
The latest from Paris Schutz
Despite barricades removal, Chicago police brace for more 'teen takeovers' in Streeterville
Chicago police expect more teen gatherings downtown, but crowd control fencing disappeared overnight. Why?
Chicago Riverwalk restaurant owner questions city’s decision to cut his lease
Robert Gomez, a longtime Chicago restaurant owner, says he’s still in the dark about why the city didn’t renew his lease for a Riverwalk spot that had previously generated about $3 million in annual sales.
Illinois politics: As Durbin stalls on 2026 decision, state treasurer faces protest firestorm
Illinois' senior U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin hasn’t said if he’ll seek another six-year term, and that uncertainty is fueling quiet jostling among ambitious Democrats across the state.
New ordinance would give Chicago police power to enforce temporary curfews
A new Chicago curfew plan has support from some officials and pushback from civil rights groups. Here's what we know.
Pritzker talks congressional immigration hearing invite, weighs testifying
Gov. Pritzker says a congressional hearing on sanctuary states is more about politics than policy—but he’s not ruling out testifying.
Billy Corgan and Lyric Opera team up to reimagine 'Mellon Collie'
Billy Corgan + the Lyric Opera? It’s happening—and it’s not a rock opera.
Exclusive: Mayor Johnson praises CPS model questioned by study
Mayor Brandon Johnson says he's protecting Black history and building stronger communities, but critics say he’s throwing money at failing schools.
Mayor Johnson fires back at Trump, talks CPS deal, and denies asking CPS CEO to resign
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson sat down with FOX 32's Paris Schutz for an exclusive one-on-one interview.
Illinois bill would require birthdate registration for new phones to shield kids from adult content
Illinois may soon require you to enter your birthdate when buying a phone to help block adult content for kids.
Chicago inspector general, mayor's office tussle over watchdog rules
Chicago’s top watchdog says the mayor’s office is making it harder for her to conduct investigations. Here’s what’s behind the dispute.