Transwestern says 31% of downtown space available for rent in Chicago | The Chicago Report
Downtown Chicago's office market has taken a hit since the COVID-19 pandemic, but now we're seeing a shift. After the pandemic and the shift to remote working, there's less foot traffic and less people working from the Loop. Joining us now to break it all down is real estate expert Lee Golub and Kimberly Beres.
Downtown Chicago's office market has taken a hit since the COVID-19 pandemic, but now we're seeing a shift. After the pandemic and the shift to remote working, there's less foot traffic and less people working from the Loop. Joining us now to break it all down is real estate expert Lee Golub and Kimberly Beres.
Chicago alders target extremist activity among CPD officers | The Chicago Report
The Chicago City Council is weighing an ordinance that would ban members of the police department from participating in extremist activity.
The Chicago City Council is weighing an ordinance that would ban members of the police department from participating in extremist activity.
Chicago leaders want Meta to curb teen takeovers | The Chicago Report
A Chicago city alderman is pushing for Meta to do more to curb posts about so-called teen takeovers.
A Chicago city alderman is pushing for Meta to do more to curb posts about so-called teen takeovers.
Backlash to Trump's attacks on Pope Leo | The Chicago Report
President Trump and Pope Leo XIV had a back-and-forth over their disagreements on the War in Iran. Trump's attacks on the pontiff elicited criticisms from some in his own party.
President Trump and Pope Leo XIV had a back-and-forth over their disagreements on the War in Iran. Trump's attacks on the pontiff elicited criticisms from some in his own party.
Illinois voters back plan to shift data center energy costs, poll finds
If your electric or water bill feels higher and you cannot quite explain why, a new Illinois poll points to data centers and growing demand, along with a proposed fix called the POWER Act.
If your electric or water bill feels higher and you cannot quite explain why, a new Illinois poll points to data centers and growing demand, along with a proposed fix called the POWER Act.
Illinois voters back plan to shift data center energy costs, poll finds
If your electric or water bill feels higher and you cannot quite explain why, a new Illinois poll points to data centers and growing demand, along with a proposed fix called the POWER Act.
If your electric or water bill feels higher and you cannot quite explain why, a new Illinois poll points to data centers and growing demand, along with a proposed fix called the POWER Act.
Michael Jackson movie screens in Gary, Indiana
"Michael," the biopic of pop superstar Michael Jackson, is getting an exclusive screening in the artist's hometown of Gary, Indiana.
"Michael," the biopic of pop superstar Michael Jackson, is getting an exclusive screening in the artist's hometown of Gary, Indiana.
Feds crack down on trucking industry, Elmhurst company sued
Federal officials say a nationwide enforcement push has already taken nearly 2,000 unsafe drivers and vehicles off the road. Now, allegations against a suburban Chicago company are coming to light.
Federal officials say a nationwide enforcement push has already taken nearly 2,000 unsafe drivers and vehicles off the road. Now, allegations against a suburban Chicago company are coming to light.
NIPSCO customers to speak out on high bills at Gary meeting
NIPSCO customers are set to address state regulators in Gary as an investigation into billing issues finds thousands were overcharged.
NIPSCO customers are set to address state regulators in Gary as an investigation into billing issues finds thousands were overcharged.
Rep. Eric Swalwell announces resignation from Congress amid sexual assault allegations
Swalwell’s announcement comes just a day after he suspended his campaign for California governor, which came amid numerous sexual assault allegations made against the man by several women.
Swalwell’s announcement comes just a day after he suspended his campaign for California governor, which came amid numerous sexual assault allegations made against the man by several women.
U.S. blocks Strait of Hormuz after peace talks collapse
The U.S. military is restricting traffic through the Strait of Hormuz after failed talks with Iran, raising concerns about oil supplies and gas prices.
The U.S. military is restricting traffic through the Strait of Hormuz after failed talks with Iran, raising concerns about oil supplies and gas prices.
What the 'Big Beautiful Bill' means for medicaid in Illinois
Cook County health officials are warning that hundreds of thousands of residents are in danger of losing their health coverage under new medicaid rules. Paris Schutz reports.
Cook County health officials are warning that hundreds of thousands of residents are in danger of losing their health coverage under new medicaid rules. Paris Schutz reports.
Congressional Republicans aim to fund DHS, without Democrats
For lawmakers returning to Washington, restoring funding to DHS is a top priority, but the GOP caucus needs to resolve issues among themselves.
For lawmakers returning to Washington, restoring funding to DHS is a top priority, but the GOP caucus needs to resolve issues among themselves.
Chicago alderman meets with Meta about teen trends
Chicago leaders are turning to Meta for help getting control over teen takeovers. Alderman William Hall, from the 6th Ward, and others had another meeting with the social media company on Monday.
Chicago leaders are turning to Meta for help getting control over teen takeovers. Alderman William Hall, from the 6th Ward, and others had another meeting with the social media company on Monday.
Trump and Pope Leo clash over Iran War, policy and criticism
A growing feud between President Trump and Pope Leo is escalating, with both trading sharp criticism over war, immigration, and global policy.
A growing feud between President Trump and Pope Leo is escalating, with both trading sharp criticism over war, immigration, and global policy.
Chicago South Loop restaurant broken into, cash register stolen: 'Just stop'
A new South Loop restaurant was broken into, and sledgehammer-wielding thieves took a cash register.
A new South Loop restaurant was broken into, and sledgehammer-wielding thieves took a cash register.
New South Loop restaurant burglarized, suspects sought
Police are investigating a break-in at a South Loop restaurant. Leslie Moreno reports.
Police are investigating a break-in at a South Loop restaurant. Leslie Moreno reports.
Monarch butterfly numbers rise as migration to Chicago nears | ChicagoLIVE
A strong increase in overwintering populations could mean more monarchs returning to Chicago this spring and summer.
A strong increase in overwintering populations could mean more monarchs returning to Chicago this spring and summer.
Wisconsin sheriff sues Illinois woman over immigration detention claims | ChicagoLIVE
A Wisconsin sheriff alleges a Skokie woman falsely claimed she was detained, calling the story a hoax and seeking $1 million in damages.
A Wisconsin sheriff alleges a Skokie woman falsely claimed she was detained, calling the story a hoax and seeking $1 million in damages.
Experts: Illinois data center boom tied to rising utility bills
A surge in data center construction across Illinois is being linked to rising water and electric bills for residents.
A surge in data center construction across Illinois is being linked to rising water and electric bills for residents.