Trump admin probes Illinois schools over teaching 'gender ideology' | The Chicago Report
Dozens of Illinois school districts are in the crosshairs of a federal investigation over teaching so-called "gender ideology," but it's still unclear exactly what the probe is about.
Dozens of Illinois school districts are in the crosshairs of a federal investigation over teaching so-called "gender ideology," but it's still unclear exactly what the probe is about.
Losing a lifeline: Chicago South Side residents push back against Walgreens closure
A South Side community is speaking out as a Walgreens prepares to close its doors, raising concerns about access to critical health care.
A South Side community is speaking out as a Walgreens prepares to close its doors, raising concerns about access to critical health care.
US Supreme Court won’t hear challenge to Chicago lawsuit against gun shop
The U.S. Supreme Court said on Monday it would not hear a challenge to the City of Chicago’s lawsuit against a Northwest Indiana gun shop.
The U.S. Supreme Court said on Monday it would not hear a challenge to the City of Chicago’s lawsuit against a Northwest Indiana gun shop.
Breaking down SCOTUS's decision on access to abortion pill
Carolyn Shapiro, a Chicago law professor, joined the show to break down the Supreme Court's decision to temporarily allow access to an abortion medication.
Carolyn Shapiro, a Chicago law professor, joined the show to break down the Supreme Court's decision to temporarily allow access to an abortion medication.
Some Chicago-area leaders worry video gambling brings too much crime
A debate over video gambling is heating up in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs over whether the revenue it brings is worth the potential increase in crime.
A debate over video gambling is heating up in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs over whether the revenue it brings is worth the potential increase in crime.
Public urged to avoid Costco in Chicago’s northwest suburbs as police investigate
Authorities are asking the public to avoid a Costco in Chicago's northwest suburbs as they investigate an incident.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid a Costco in Chicago's northwest suburbs as they investigate an incident.
War in Iran: Strikes in Strait of Hormuz could reignite conflict
New attacks in the Strait of Hormuz could reignite the war in Iran as the ceasefire faces its biggest test to date.
New attacks in the Strait of Hormuz could reignite the war in Iran as the ceasefire faces its biggest test to date.
Marijuana reclassified federally, bringing major changes to Illinois cannabis industry
Cannabis has been moved to a less restrictive federal category, a historic shift expected to expand research and growth for Illinois businesses while it remains illegal at the federal level.
Cannabis has been moved to a less restrictive federal category, a historic shift expected to expand research and growth for Illinois businesses while it remains illegal at the federal level.
Chicago body removal backlog leads to long delays: 'Lots of angry families'
When someone dies, the body needs to be taken to the proper place, but a backlog in the field is causing anguish for families and frustration for first responders.
When someone dies, the body needs to be taken to the proper place, but a backlog in the field is causing anguish for families and frustration for first responders.
All-clear given after northwest suburban Costco evacuated due to bomb threat
A bomb threat at a Costco in Chicago’s northwest suburbs prompted an evacuation and a large police response Monday afternoon, authorities said.
A bomb threat at a Costco in Chicago’s northwest suburbs prompted an evacuation and a large police response Monday afternoon, authorities said.
Push for $25 minimum wage gains momentum amid rising costs
Chicago leaders are backing a proposal to raise the federal minimum wage to $25 an hour, arguing stagnant pay hasn’t kept up with soaring costs for essentials like gas, housing and healthcare.
Chicago leaders are backing a proposal to raise the federal minimum wage to $25 an hour, arguing stagnant pay hasn’t kept up with soaring costs for essentials like gas, housing and healthcare.
Closure of Chicago Walgreens a big loss for South Side community
On Chicago's South Side, residents are pushing back on the closure of a Walgreens, which they argue would deprive them of easy access to life-saving medication.
On Chicago's South Side, residents are pushing back on the closure of a Walgreens, which they argue would deprive them of easy access to life-saving medication.
Spirit Airlines shutdown disrupts travel nationwide, leaves 17,000 workers jobless
The sudden collapse of Spirit Airlines has caused major travel disruptions at O’Hare and across the country while thousands of employees scramble for jobs and assistance after losing income and benefits overnight.
The sudden collapse of Spirit Airlines has caused major travel disruptions at O’Hare and across the country while thousands of employees scramble for jobs and assistance after losing income and benefits overnight.
Child struck by stray gunfire during Secret Service incident near Washington Monument
A child was struck by gunfire from a suspect and is recovering with non-life-threatening injuries following an officer-involved shooting near 15th St & Independence Ave NW, D.C.
A child was struck by gunfire from a suspect and is recovering with non-life-threatening injuries following an officer-involved shooting near 15th St & Independence Ave NW, D.C.
Are prediction markets rigged? Wall Street Journal reporter explains who really wins | ChicagoLIVE
Neil Mehta of The Wall Street Journal breaks down new findings showing a small group of traders dominate profits on platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi.
Neil Mehta of The Wall Street Journal breaks down new findings showing a small group of traders dominate profits on platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi.
Bolingbrook man sentenced in fentanyl overdose death in Kane County
A Bolingbrook man has been sentenced to more than a decade in prison in connection with a fatal fentanyl overdose in Kane County.
A Bolingbrook man has been sentenced to more than a decade in prison in connection with a fatal fentanyl overdose in Kane County.
A cup of coffee that sends kids to music class? It exists on Chicago's West Side
In East Garfield Park, a nonprofit that gave hundreds of kids their first instrument is now giving the neighborhood its first real gathering place in years.
In East Garfield Park, a nonprofit that gave hundreds of kids their first instrument is now giving the neighborhood its first real gathering place in years.
United Airlines offers ‘capped fares’ to stranded Spirit passengers; what to know | ChicagoLIVE
Laura Mandile of United Airlines explains how the company is helping travelers affected by Spirit Airlines’ shutdown.
Laura Mandile of United Airlines explains how the company is helping travelers affected by Spirit Airlines’ shutdown.
Spirit Airlines is gone – here’s what to know about rescue fares, refunds & more | ChicagoLIVE
Summer Hull from “The Points Guys” details refund options, rising costs and how travelers can adjust itineraries after Spirit Airlines shut down.
Summer Hull from “The Points Guys” details refund options, rising costs and how travelers can adjust itineraries after Spirit Airlines shut down.
What is hantavirus? Infectious disease expert explains after cruise ship deaths | ChicagoLIVE
Dr. Graeme Forrest of Rush University Medical Center joins the show to break down what hantavirus is, how it spreads and what travelers need to know after a deadly incident aboard a cruise ship.
Dr. Graeme Forrest of Rush University Medical Center joins the show to break down what hantavirus is, how it spreads and what travelers need to know after a deadly incident aboard a cruise ship.