Chicago alderman not running for re-election, GOP convention in Dallas | The Chicago Report
Ald. Matt O'Shea has announced he is not running for re-election for his City Council seat. And, the GOP midterm convention is on night two in Dallas. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Ald. Matt O'Shea has announced he is not running for re-election for his City Council seat. And, the GOP midterm convention is on night two in Dallas. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Ald. Matt O'Shea won't seek re-election after four terms
A longtime Chicago alderman announced Thursday that he will not seek re-election, saying it is time for a new generation of leadership after 16 years representing the 19th Ward.
A longtime Chicago alderman announced Thursday that he will not seek re-election, saying it is time for a new generation of leadership after 16 years representing the 19th Ward.
Three Chicago aldermen are stepping down. Is it becoming a trend?
Chicago politics seem to be going through a transition. Three Chicago City Aldermen have announced their plans to exit. But is this becoming a trend?
Chicago politics seem to be going through a transition. Three Chicago City Aldermen have announced their plans to exit. But is this becoming a trend?
Ald. Matt O'Shea to not seek re-election in 2027
Ald. Matt O'Shea has announced he is not seeking re-election in 2027. He is the third council member to announce that they aren't seeking re-election.
Ald. Matt O'Shea has announced he is not seeking re-election in 2027. He is the third council member to announce that they aren't seeking re-election.
Bally's answers questions, one year after Midway Blitz | The Chicago Report
Bally's faced tough questions from City Council today after warning investors that the company is struggling so badly financially. It might not be able to stay in business. And, it's been one year since Operation Midway Blitz. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Bally's faced tough questions from City Council today after warning investors that the company is struggling so badly financially. It might not be able to stay in business. And, it's been one year since Operation Midway Blitz. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Ald. Mike Rodriguez not running for re-election
One of Mayor Brandon Johnson's allies in the Chicago City Council is calling it quits. Alderman Mike Rodriguez is not running for re-election.
One of Mayor Brandon Johnson's allies in the Chicago City Council is calling it quits. Alderman Mike Rodriguez is not running for re-election.
$882.4 million budget gap, CPS ban on AI | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson gave a budget update, saying Chicago is facing a $882.4 million budget gap. And, there's a push for a three-year ban on AI at Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson gave a budget update, saying Chicago is facing a $882.4 million budget gap. And, there's a push for a three-year ban on AI at Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson faces $882M budget gap heading into 2027
Chicago is facing a projected $882 million budget gap in 2027, according to the city’s newly released financial forecast.
Chicago is facing a projected $882 million budget gap in 2027, according to the city’s newly released financial forecast.
Chicago faces $882M budget gap as tax hikes, layoffs loom
Chicago is staring down an $882 million budget gap in 2027, leaving Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council members facing tough decisions over potential tax increases, spending cuts, city jobs and the future of essential services.
Chicago is staring down an $882 million budget gap in 2027, leaving Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council members facing tough decisions over potential tax increases, spending cuts, city jobs and the future of essential services.
Supreme Court rules on Trump mail ballot order: what happens for midterms?
Votebeat Senior National Reporter Dion Nissenbaum joins the Chicago Report to analyze the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on President Trump’s executive order restricting mail-in voting. He breaks down why the court lifted the initial injunction, the remaining legal hurdles facing the Postal Service and what this means for voters ahead of the midterm elections.
Votebeat Senior National Reporter Dion Nissenbaum joins the Chicago Report to analyze the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on President Trump’s executive order restricting mail-in voting. He breaks down why the court lifted the initial injunction, the remaining legal hurdles facing the Postal Service and what this means for voters ahead of the midterm elections.
Tyson Foods shuts down Illinois meatpacking plant: cattle shortage or bad business climate?
Tyson Foods is closing its major beef processing plant in Joslin, Illinois, eliminating over 2,500 jobs. State Senator Chris Balkema joins us to discuss why he believes Illinois' tax and regulatory environment is driving major agricultural employers to shift operations to neighboring states.
Tyson Foods is closing its major beef processing plant in Joslin, Illinois, eliminating over 2,500 jobs. State Senator Chris Balkema joins us to discuss why he believes Illinois' tax and regulatory environment is driving major agricultural employers to shift operations to neighboring states.
Illinois earns highest credit rating in 15 years: what Moody's upgrade means for taxpayers
Moody's has upgraded Illinois' credit rating to A1, marking the state's highest bond rating in nearly 15 years and its 11th upgrade since 2021 under Governor JB Pritzker. University of Chicago Professor and Center for Municipal Finance Director Justin Marlowe joins us to break down how the rating could help reduce the state's borrowing costs, while persistent pension liabilities keep Illinois' overall score at the bottom of the nation.
Moody's has upgraded Illinois' credit rating to A1, marking the state's highest bond rating in nearly 15 years and its 11th upgrade since 2021 under Governor JB Pritzker. University of Chicago Professor and Center for Municipal Finance Director Justin Marlowe joins us to break down how the rating could help reduce the state's borrowing costs, while persistent pension liabilities keep Illinois' overall score at the bottom of the nation.
First Illinois lawsuit: Chicago couple sues Taylor Farms over tainted Taco Bell lettuce
National food safety attorney Bill Marler joins the Chicago Report to discuss Zaragoza v. Taylor Fresh Foods, the first Illinois lawsuit filed in connection to the 2026 nationwide Cyclospora outbreak. He walks through his client’s 23-day ordeal to get an accurate diagnosis, why the suit targets the alleged produce supplier rather than Taco Bell and the urgent testing reforms needed to stop the next outbreak.
National food safety attorney Bill Marler joins the Chicago Report to discuss Zaragoza v. Taylor Fresh Foods, the first Illinois lawsuit filed in connection to the 2026 nationwide Cyclospora outbreak. He walks through his client’s 23-day ordeal to get an accurate diagnosis, why the suit targets the alleged produce supplier rather than Taco Bell and the urgent testing reforms needed to stop the next outbreak.
Not With Our Money: Mayor Johnson orders crackdown on city contractors linked to deportation push
Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order making Chicago the first major city to tie municipal contracts directly to ethical and public integrity standards. Community advocate Dorian Warren joins the Chicago Report to break down how the new mandate forces vendors to disclose ties to ICE enforcement, federal law enforcement and past civil rights violations.
Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order making Chicago the first major city to tie municipal contracts directly to ethical and public integrity standards. Community advocate Dorian Warren joins the Chicago Report to break down how the new mandate forces vendors to disclose ties to ICE enforcement, federal law enforcement and past civil rights violations.
Mayor Johnson's budget plan, NIPSCO facing class action lawsuit | The Chicago Report
Mayor Brandon Johnson has unveiled a new plan to close the city's $85.1 million shortfall and avoid layoffs. And, a class action lawsuit has been filed against NIPSCO. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Mayor Brandon Johnson has unveiled a new plan to close the city's $85.1 million shortfall and avoid layoffs. And, a class action lawsuit has been filed against NIPSCO. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Independent ticket challenges Illinois' two-party system | The Chicago Report
Carolyn Schofield talks about her decision to run for Lieutenant Governor of Illinois; the ComEd Four headed for a possible retrial and Bridgeport residents question the White Sox-Amtrak connection.
Carolyn Schofield talks about her decision to run for Lieutenant Governor of Illinois; the ComEd Four headed for a possible retrial and Bridgeport residents question the White Sox-Amtrak connection.
Bally’s Casino releases earnings report after halting construction on new River West location
Bally’s Casino reported more than $792 million in revenue while carrying $4.5 billion in debt. The financial results come after Bally’s halted construction on its planned River West location. FOX Chicago’s Bret Buganski has more on the company’s finances.
Bally’s Casino reported more than $792 million in revenue while carrying $4.5 billion in debt. The financial results come after Bally’s halted construction on its planned River West location. FOX Chicago’s Bret Buganski has more on the company’s finances.
Alders demand Bally’s resume casino development, call for public hearing
Ald. Brian Hopkins weighs in on Bally’s construction pause, blasting the casino deal while calling on the company to get the project back on track.
Ald. Brian Hopkins weighs in on Bally’s construction pause, blasting the casino deal while calling on the company to get the project back on track.
Bally's battle, push for criminal charges against ICE agents | The Chicago Report
The dispute between Bally's and the city of Chicago over video gambling terminals is not over. And, advocates are pushing for criminal charges against immigration agents. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
The dispute between Bally's and the city of Chicago over video gambling terminals is not over. And, advocates are pushing for criminal charges against immigration agents. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Ballot laws lawsuit, Mayor Johnson's finance director resigns | The Chicago Report
Chicago alderman and independent Congressional candidate Byron Sigcho-Lopez is taking Illinois' ballot laws to federal court. And, Mayor Brandon Johnson's director of the office of budget and management has announced she is leaving her post. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago alderman and independent Congressional candidate Byron Sigcho-Lopez is taking Illinois' ballot laws to federal court. And, Mayor Brandon Johnson's director of the office of budget and management has announced she is leaving her post. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."