Chicago bag tax could jump again under alternative city budget plan
A higher bag tax is on the table. The fee started at 7 cents and increased to 10 cents this year. Next year, it could rise to 15 cents.
A higher bag tax is on the table. The fee started at 7 cents and increased to 10 cents this year. Next year, it could rise to 15 cents.
Debate intensifies as budget committee weighs alternative spending plan
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
Chicago City Council considers alternative budget proposal
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
Deadline rapidy approaching to finalize 2026 Chicago budget
FOX 32's Paris Schutz breaks down the latest news coming out of City Hall regarding the 2026 city budget.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz breaks down the latest news coming out of City Hall regarding the 2026 city budget.
Chicago finance panel advances opposition budget plan amid looming deadline
With the city inching closer to a government shutdown, Chicago officials still have no budget agreement in sight.
With the city inching closer to a government shutdown, Chicago officials still have no budget agreement in sight.
Alternative Chicago budget proposal advances
Another day closer to a city government shutdown and still no budget in sight. City Council members are wheeling and dealing once again today, but will it finally yield an agreement?
Another day closer to a city government shutdown and still no budget in sight. City Council members are wheeling and dealing once again today, but will it finally yield an agreement?
Chicago govt shutdown threat grows as mayor, city council clash over budget
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and alders were meeting at City Hall on Tuesday as tensions rise over budget proposals.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and alders were meeting at City Hall on Tuesday as tensions rise over budget proposals.
Chicago alders give city budget proposal update
Chicago alders held a press conference on Monday afternoon, giving an update on their budget proposal.
Chicago alders held a press conference on Monday afternoon, giving an update on their budget proposal.
Chicago mayor, council remain deadlocked on budget as shutdown threat looms
The Chicago budget showdown is coming down to the wire. Mayor Brandon Johnson spent Monday afternoon meeting with City Council members who oppose his proposed corporate head tax.
The Chicago budget showdown is coming down to the wire. Mayor Brandon Johnson spent Monday afternoon meeting with City Council members who oppose his proposed corporate head tax.
Chicago mayor, council remain deadlocked on budget as shutdown threat looms
The Chicago budget showdown is coming down to the wire. Mayor Brandon Johnson spent Monday afternoon meeting with City Council members who oppose his proposed corporate head tax.
The Chicago budget showdown is coming down to the wire. Mayor Brandon Johnson spent Monday afternoon meeting with City Council members who oppose his proposed corporate head tax.
Time running out for Chicago City Council to finalize 2026 budget
The Chicago City Council only has a few days left to lock in its 2026 budget. Here's what we're hearing from City Hall.
The Chicago City Council only has a few days left to lock in its 2026 budget. Here's what we're hearing from City Hall.
City Council proposal targets tighter oversight of police budget as fiscal deadline nears
Ald. Andre Vasquez (40th) outlines a proposal to increase City Council oversight of the Chicago Police Department’s budget and discusses how it could affect public safety, city finances and taxpayers as budget negotiations intensify.
Ald. Andre Vasquez (40th) outlines a proposal to increase City Council oversight of the Chicago Police Department’s budget and discusses how it could affect public safety, city finances and taxpayers as budget negotiations intensify.
Businesses brace as Chicago shutdown risks grow ahead of deadline
The deadline for approving the city budget is two and a half weeks away, and if Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council members fail to reach a deal, Chicago could face a government shutdown.
The deadline for approving the city budget is two and a half weeks away, and if Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council members fail to reach a deal, Chicago could face a government shutdown.
Should the U.S. consider a social media ban under 16? | The Chicago Report
From politics to pop culture, Paris Schutz and guests bring Chicago's top voices to you.
From politics to pop culture, Paris Schutz and guests bring Chicago's top voices to you.
Chicago alderman wants social media platforms liable for posts fueling teen takeovers | ChicagoLIVE
Ald. William Hall joins ChicagoLIVE to break down his proposal targeting the online roots of Chicago’s teen takeovers, saying platforms like TikTok and Instagram must remove dangerous meetup posts or be held accountable. He talks about youth safety, cyber monitoring, cooperation with Ald. Brian Hopkins, and why he believes corporations—not homeowners—should shoulder more of the city’s financial burden.
Ald. William Hall joins ChicagoLIVE to break down his proposal targeting the online roots of Chicago’s teen takeovers, saying platforms like TikTok and Instagram must remove dangerous meetup posts or be held accountable. He talks about youth safety, cyber monitoring, cooperation with Ald. Brian Hopkins, and why he believes corporations—not homeowners—should shoulder more of the city’s financial burden.
Chicago City Council plans more meetings to pass 2026 budget as deadline looms
The a block of Chicago City Council members pushed through several new meetings starting next week to have enough time to pass a 2026 budget before the Dec. 30 deadline.
The a block of Chicago City Council members pushed through several new meetings starting next week to have enough time to pass a 2026 budget before the Dec. 30 deadline.
Legendary Chicago photographer subject of documentary | The Chicago Report
An extended conversation about "Steve Schapiro: Being Everywhere," a new film that focuses on the legendary Chicago-based photographer.
An extended conversation about "Steve Schapiro: Being Everywhere," a new film that focuses on the legendary Chicago-based photographer.
New push for Chicago curfew ordinance, latest on tensions with Venezuela | The Chicago Report
From politics to pop culture, Paris Schutz and guests bring Chicago's top voices to you.
From politics to pop culture, Paris Schutz and guests bring Chicago's top voices to you.
Documentary focuses on legendary Chicago-based photographer | The Chicago Report
Steve Schapiro was a legendary Chicago-based photographer who documented some of the most enduring images of the last century.
Steve Schapiro was a legendary Chicago-based photographer who documented some of the most enduring images of the last century.
IL rep escalating tension between Trump, Venezuela | The Chicago Report
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley (D-Illinois) joined Paris to talk about what he knows about the escalating situation between the Trump administration and Venezuela.
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley (D-Illinois) joined Paris to talk about what he knows about the escalating situation between the Trump administration and Venezuela.