Mayor Brandon Johnson talks crime, taxes and reelection plans in FOX Chicago interview
Will Mayor Brandon Johnson run for reelection? During a one-on-one interview with Chicago's Morning News, he addressed crime, taxes, the city's budget and said a decision on his political future is coming "real soon." Watch the full interview.
Will Mayor Brandon Johnson run for reelection? During a one-on-one interview with Chicago's Morning News, he addressed crime, taxes, the city's budget and said a decision on his political future is coming "real soon." Watch the full interview.
Chicago mayor answers questions on crime, taxes and a possible reelection run
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins FOX Chicago for an interview covering crime, the city's budget, taxes, public safety leadership and whether he plans to seek reelection.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins FOX Chicago for an interview covering crime, the city's budget, taxes, public safety leadership and whether he plans to seek reelection.
Nancy Guthrie video may have been erased after FBI kept out for days, director says
FBI Director Kash Patel says the four-day delay before his agency was allowed into the Nancy Guthrie abduction case likely cost investigators crucial Nest camera footage that was on the verge of permanent deletion.
FBI Director Kash Patel says the four-day delay before his agency was allowed into the Nancy Guthrie abduction case likely cost investigators crucial Nest camera footage that was on the verge of permanent deletion.
Iconic Chicago nightclub to become 70-unit apartment complex
A River North nightlife landmark is getting a new future. Sound Bar's run is coming to an end.
A River North nightlife landmark is getting a new future. Sound Bar's run is coming to an end.
2 young boys hospitalized after father leads Indiana police on chase into Chicago, deputies say
Two young boys, ages 3 months and 3 years, were hospitalized after their father allegedly led Indiana deputies on a chase that ended in a rollover crash on Chicago's South Side.
Two young boys, ages 3 months and 3 years, were hospitalized after their father allegedly led Indiana deputies on a chase that ended in a rollover crash on Chicago's South Side.
Indiana police chase ends in crash on Chicago's South Side
A police pursuit that started in northwest Indiana ended in a crash on Chicago's South Side early Thursday.
A police pursuit that started in northwest Indiana ended in a crash on Chicago's South Side early Thursday.
River North's Sound Bar building to become 70-unit apartment complex
A River North nightlife landmark is getting a new future. Sound Bar's run is coming to an end.
A River North nightlife landmark is getting a new future. Sound Bar's run is coming to an end.
Family of Mary Alice Love seeks accountability in meeting with Mundelein officials
Representatives for the family of Mary Alice Love met Wednesday with the Mundelein mayor and village leaders in what the family described as a long-awaited step toward accountability following the 37-year-old’s fatal police shooting in May.
Representatives for the family of Mary Alice Love met Wednesday with the Mundelein mayor and village leaders in what the family described as a long-awaited step toward accountability following the 37-year-old’s fatal police shooting in May.
Seven Save A Lot stores in Chicago face weekend closure
Seven Save A Lot stores in the Chicago area may close on Saturday due to numerous financial difficulties.
Seven Save A Lot stores in the Chicago area may close on Saturday due to numerous financial difficulties.
Family of Mary Alice Love seeks accountability in meeting with Mundelein officials
Representatives for the family of Mary Alice Love met Wednesday with the Mundelein mayor and village leaders in what the family described as a long-awaited step toward accountability following the 37-year-old’s fatal police shooting in May.
Representatives for the family of Mary Alice Love met Wednesday with the Mundelein mayor and village leaders in what the family described as a long-awaited step toward accountability following the 37-year-old’s fatal police shooting in May.
7 Save a Lot stores in Chicago area could close this weekend
Seven neighborhood grocery stores will close for good this Saturday if a last minute deal isn't reached to keep them open.
Seven neighborhood grocery stores will close for good this Saturday if a last minute deal isn't reached to keep them open.
Could the FAIR ordinance and Protecting Renters proposal combine? | The Chicago Report
As Chicago City Council debates the future of tenant and landlord regulations, a standoff is unfolding between Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Protecting Renters Ordinance (PRO) and the alternative Fair Accountability in Rentals (FAIR) Ordinance, brought forward by the Budget Accountability Coalition. 36th Ward Alderman Gilbert Villegas joins The Chicago Report to weigh in on whether a middle ground exists and if the two competing housing proposals can be merged into one policy.
As Chicago City Council debates the future of tenant and landlord regulations, a standoff is unfolding between Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Protecting Renters Ordinance (PRO) and the alternative Fair Accountability in Rentals (FAIR) Ordinance, brought forward by the Budget Accountability Coalition. 36th Ward Alderman Gilbert Villegas joins The Chicago Report to weigh in on whether a middle ground exists and if the two competing housing proposals can be merged into one policy.
Illinois Board votes to keep independent candidates off ballot for 4th district | The Chicago Report
The Illinois State Board of Elections has voted to remove two independent candidates, Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez and former Latino Victory Project executive director Mayra Macías from the ballot in Illinois’ 4th Congressional District. The board accepted hearing officer recommendations that disqualified thousands of petition signatures submitted by both campaigns, leaving them short of the required 10,816 valid signatures. Macías reacts to the ruling with Anita Blanton.
The Illinois State Board of Elections has voted to remove two independent candidates, Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez and former Latino Victory Project executive director Mayra Macías from the ballot in Illinois’ 4th Congressional District. The board accepted hearing officer recommendations that disqualified thousands of petition signatures submitted by both campaigns, leaving them short of the required 10,816 valid signatures. Macías reacts to the ruling with Anita Blanton.
CAIR Chicago talks 'ICE Out' pledge, compensation for midway blitz? | The Chicago Report
Advocates at CAIR-Chicago are backing the "ICE Out" pledge to ensure local elected officials reject money from corporations with ties to immigration enforcement. Plus, the organization weighs in on the Midway Blitz referendum, which seeks to reimburse the city and local businesses for lost revenue following federal enforcement. Jordan Esparza-Kelley joins Anita Blanton.
Advocates at CAIR-Chicago are backing the "ICE Out" pledge to ensure local elected officials reject money from corporations with ties to immigration enforcement. Plus, the organization weighs in on the Midway Blitz referendum, which seeks to reimburse the city and local businesses for lost revenue following federal enforcement. Jordan Esparza-Kelley joins Anita Blanton.
CAIR Chicago talks 'ICE Out' pledge, compensation for midway blitz | The Chicago Report
Advocates at CAIR-Chicago are backing the "ICE Out" pledge to ensure local elected officials reject money from corporations with ties to immigration enforcement. Plus, the organization weighs in on the Midway Blitz referendum, which seeks to reimburse the city and local businesses for lost revenue following federal enforcement. Jordan Esparza-Kelley joins Anita Blanton.
Advocates at CAIR-Chicago are backing the "ICE Out" pledge to ensure local elected officials reject money from corporations with ties to immigration enforcement. Plus, the organization weighs in on the Midway Blitz referendum, which seeks to reimburse the city and local businesses for lost revenue following federal enforcement. Jordan Esparza-Kelley joins Anita Blanton.
Democrats pick ex-Rep. Benton's replacement | Jessica Dixon Heitman joins The Chicago Report
Democratic Party chairs in Will and Kendall counties have appointed Jessica Dixon Heitman to fill the vacancy in Illinois' 97th House District and serve as the Democratic nominee in the upcoming general election. Heitman was officially sworn in following the resignation of former State Representative Harry Benton. We cover Heitman’s appointment, her vision for ethics reform in Springfield and her goals for the 97th District.
Democratic Party chairs in Will and Kendall counties have appointed Jessica Dixon Heitman to fill the vacancy in Illinois' 97th House District and serve as the Democratic nominee in the upcoming general election. Heitman was officially sworn in following the resignation of former State Representative Harry Benton. We cover Heitman’s appointment, her vision for ethics reform in Springfield and her goals for the 97th District.
Magnolia Bakery in Chicago reopens after pest-related closure
Magnolia Bakery's popular Loop location has reopened after it was temporarily shut down over serious pest violations discovered during a health inspection.
Magnolia Bakery's popular Loop location has reopened after it was temporarily shut down over serious pest violations discovered during a health inspection.
Jessica Dixon Heitman appointed, Millionaire Tax developments | The Chicago Report
Jessica Dixon Heitman was sworn in on Tuesday to fill the vacancy of ex-Rep. Harry Benton. And, City Council has voted against Mayor Johnson's proposal for a citywide vote on a millionaire tax.
Jessica Dixon Heitman was sworn in on Tuesday to fill the vacancy of ex-Rep. Harry Benton. And, City Council has voted against Mayor Johnson's proposal for a citywide vote on a millionaire tax.
Illinois Speed Awareness Day: What drivers should keep in mind when on the road
Gurnee Police Department Chief Jeremy Gaughan joins us to talk about Illinois Speed Awareness Day.
Gurnee Police Department Chief Jeremy Gaughan joins us to talk about Illinois Speed Awareness Day.
Rescued beluga whales begin new life at Shedd Aquarium after years in troubled Canadian park
Their journey to Chicago followed years of controversy surrounding Marineland, where animal welfare advocates alleged overcrowded tanks, deteriorating water quality and inadequate living conditions.
Their journey to Chicago followed years of controversy surrounding Marineland, where animal welfare advocates alleged overcrowded tanks, deteriorating water quality and inadequate living conditions.