Illinois Realtors launches effort to boost housing supply
Illinois Realtors’ Jeff Baker explains how a new initiative aims to remove local building barriers and increase the state’s housing supply.
Illinois Realtors’ Jeff Baker explains how a new initiative aims to remove local building barriers and increase the state’s housing supply.
The million-dollar home is becoming surprisingly normal
A seven-figure price tag is becoming increasingly common as rising home values redefine what counts as luxury across the U.S. housing market.
A seven-figure price tag is becoming increasingly common as rising home values redefine what counts as luxury across the U.S. housing market.
Historic Evanston home sells for just the second time in 143 years
An Evanston home built in 1883 has sold for the second time in its history. Kenny Hilbig, global real estate advisor at Jameson Sotheby's International Realty, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the sale and what makes the historic property so special.
An Evanston home built in 1883 has sold for the second time in its history. Kenny Hilbig, global real estate advisor at Jameson Sotheby's International Realty, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the sale and what makes the historic property so special.
Why Illinois ranks second to last in country for building housing
Illinois ranks near the bottom among states when it comes to building new homes, a shortage that is affecting both homebuyers and renters. David Young, director of capacity building at Housing Action Illinois, discusses what's driving the housing shortage and its impact.
Illinois ranks near the bottom among states when it comes to building new homes, a shortage that is affecting both homebuyers and renters. David Young, director of capacity building at Housing Action Illinois, discusses what's driving the housing shortage and its impact.
Why Illinois has one of the nation's worst housing shortages
Illinois is building fewer new homes than every state except Alaska. With fewer homes available, more people are competing for existing housing, driving up costs. Ben Wolfenstein, director of state policy at YIMBY Illinois, joins ChicagoLIVE to explain what's behind the state's housing shortage.
Illinois is building fewer new homes than every state except Alaska. With fewer homes available, more people are competing for existing housing, driving up costs. Ben Wolfenstein, director of state policy at YIMBY Illinois, joins ChicagoLIVE to explain what's behind the state's housing shortage.
Illinois second to last state in building new homes, leading to homebuying bidding wars
Homebuyers across Chicago and the suburbs are finding themselves in bidding wars, paying hundreds of thousands of dollars above asking price to secure a home. Realtor.com senior economist Hannah Jones joins Good Day to break down the numbers and give you tips on navigating the current housing market.
Homebuyers across Chicago and the suburbs are finding themselves in bidding wars, paying hundreds of thousands of dollars above asking price to secure a home. Realtor.com senior economist Hannah Jones joins Good Day to break down the numbers and give you tips on navigating the current housing market.
Chicago-area high school geometry students build a house from the ground up
A two-story house built entirely by high school students in Evanston who learned geometry by constructing a home rather than simply studying it on paper. Evanston Township High School teachers Matthew Kaiser and Mary Joy Heimeman join us live to explain how this hands-on learning project came together.
A two-story house built entirely by high school students in Evanston who learned geometry by constructing a home rather than simply studying it on paper. Evanston Township High School teachers Matthew Kaiser and Mary Joy Heimeman join us live to explain how this hands-on learning project came together.
Evanston students build affordable home now available for purchase
Chicago-area students built it. Now it's ready for its new owner.
Chicago-area students built it. Now it's ready for its new owner.
Historic 1928 Tower House listed for $2.5M in Chicago suburb
One of Lake Forest's most iconic homes, the 1928 Princess Style Tower House, has been listed for sale. FOX Chicago's Liz Dueweke takes a closer look at the property and what makes it so unique.
One of Lake Forest's most iconic homes, the 1928 Princess Style Tower House, has been listed for sale. FOX Chicago's Liz Dueweke takes a closer look at the property and what makes it so unique.
Cook County treasurer Maria Pappas explains how low voter turnout impacts property taxes
A new Cook County report finds that low voter turnout is allowing a small minority of voters to approve hundreds of millions of dollars in property tax increases. Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas discusses why so few people are voting on these measures.
A new Cook County report finds that low voter turnout is allowing a small minority of voters to approve hundreds of millions of dollars in property tax increases. Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas discusses why so few people are voting on these measures.
U.S. mortgage rates climb to highest levels in nearly a year | ChicagoLIVE
Mortgage rates are currently around 6.6%, the highest they have been since August of last year. Housing market analyst Jeff Ostrowski from Bankrate joins ChicagoLIVE to break down what's causing the rise and what it means for homebuyers.
Mortgage rates are currently around 6.6%, the highest they have been since August of last year. Housing market analyst Jeff Ostrowski from Bankrate joins ChicagoLIVE to break down what's causing the rise and what it means for homebuyers.
Chicago leaders clash over competing renter protection plans
Chicago alderpeople agree renters need stronger protections, but competing proposals have created a divide over how those changes should be implemented.
Chicago alderpeople agree renters need stronger protections, but competing proposals have created a divide over how those changes should be implemented.
Former Gov. Quinn pushing 'Millionaire Amendment' to lower Illinois property taxes
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn says Illinois homeowners are paying some of the highest property taxes in the nation, and he believes a new tax on millionaires could help provide relief.
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn says Illinois homeowners are paying some of the highest property taxes in the nation, and he believes a new tax on millionaires could help provide relief.
Airbnb owner urges Arlington Heights to reconsider ban
The new short-term rental ban in Arlington Heights is already facing local and legal challenges.
The new short-term rental ban in Arlington Heights is already facing local and legal challenges.
New affordable housing coming to Chicago's West Side | ChicagoLIVE
New housing development is happening in North Lawndale! Jasmine Shaw of the West Side Community Group joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the project.
New housing development is happening in North Lawndale! Jasmine Shaw of the West Side Community Group joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the project.
Inside the $580M Woodlawn development that could transform the South Side
A $580 million development in Woodlawn is one step closer to breaking ground. J. Byron Brazier, lead developer of Woodlawn Central, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the impact it could have on the South Side.
A $580 million development in Woodlawn is one step closer to breaking ground. J. Byron Brazier, lead developer of Woodlawn Central, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the impact it could have on the South Side.
New renter ordinance, Bears stadium search expands | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced a new renter's ordinance and what it may entail for landlords. And, the Bears are looking at a second possible stadium location in Hammond. We break it all down on this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced a new renter's ordinance and what it may entail for landlords. And, the Bears are looking at a second possible stadium location in Hammond. We break it all down on this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Chicago ordinance changes requirements for landlords | The Chicago Report
Mayor Brandon Johnson says a new ordinance will increase protections for the city's renters, and some of the new requirements will mean a few changes for landlords. Miguel Chacon, with Compass Real Estate, joins us.
Mayor Brandon Johnson says a new ordinance will increase protections for the city's renters, and some of the new requirements will mean a few changes for landlords. Miguel Chacon, with Compass Real Estate, joins us.
Chicago faces lawsuit over alleged water overcharges dating back to 2016 | ChicagoLIVE
A new lawsuit filed by Kickham Hanley PLLC alleges that Chicago has overcharged residents for water since 2016. Gregory Hanley, a partner and attorney at the firm, joins ChicagoLive to discuss the details of the case.
A new lawsuit filed by Kickham Hanley PLLC alleges that Chicago has overcharged residents for water since 2016. Gregory Hanley, a partner and attorney at the firm, joins ChicagoLive to discuss the details of the case.
How to tell if you've been paying too much on your mortgage | ChicagoLIVE
The Wall Street Journal found that 87% of American mortgage borrowers likely overpaid for their home loans in 2025. Alex Gailey, principal data reporter at Bankrate, explains why so many borrowers paid more than needed.
The Wall Street Journal found that 87% of American mortgage borrowers likely overpaid for their home loans in 2025. Alex Gailey, principal data reporter at Bankrate, explains why so many borrowers paid more than needed.