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.
Chicago alder revisits curfew proposal to curb teen takeovers | The Chicago Report
Chicago Ald. Brian Hopkins is reviving his proposal to give police an ability to issue a curfew when they learn of planned teen takeovers in the city.
Chicago Ald. Brian Hopkins is reviving his proposal to give police an ability to issue a curfew when they learn of planned teen takeovers in the city.
Mayor Brandon Johnson narrows corporate head tax plan to fund 2026 budget
Mayor Brandon Johnson is sticking with a revised head tax to close Chicago’s $1.1 billion budget gap.
Mayor Brandon Johnson is sticking with a revised head tax to close Chicago’s $1.1 billion budget gap.
Mayor Brandon Johnson pitches revised corporate head tax for new budget
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a defense of his 2026 budget proposal on Tuesday amid opposition from several City Council members.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a defense of his 2026 budget proposal on Tuesday amid opposition from several City Council members.
Chicago budget battle, big media merger deals | The Chicago Report
Paris talks to experts on the latest Chicago City Council budget negotiations and the possibility of big mergers that could change the future of the entertainment and media industry.
Paris talks to experts on the latest Chicago City Council budget negotiations and the possibility of big mergers that could change the future of the entertainment and media industry.
What Netflix and Paramount's bids for Warner Bros. means for you | The Chicago Report
The future of movies, tv, news media and most form of entertainment is up for grabs as both Netflix and Paramount are making bids for parts of Warner Bros.
The future of movies, tv, news media and most form of entertainment is up for grabs as both Netflix and Paramount are making bids for parts of Warner Bros.
Chicago mayor, alders clash on taxes in budget debate | The Chicago Report
Chicago aldermen and Mayor Brandon Johnson have still not reached a deal on how to pass a 2026 budget plan as they continue to clash over the mayor's proposed corporate head tax to close a $1.1B deficit. They have until the end of the month to pass a budget.
Chicago aldermen and Mayor Brandon Johnson have still not reached a deal on how to pass a 2026 budget plan as they continue to clash over the mayor's proposed corporate head tax to close a $1.1B deficit. They have until the end of the month to pass a budget.
Chicago alders, Mayor Johnson still far apart on 2026 budget deal
The Chicago City Council needs to pass a 2026 budget by the end of the month, but disputes over taxes remain.
The Chicago City Council needs to pass a 2026 budget by the end of the month, but disputes over taxes remain.
Chicago alders, Mayor Johnson far apart on 2026 budget deal
Could Chicago be headed for a government shutdown? Mayor Brandon Johnson and 26 aldermen are still far apart on a deal to pass a 2026 budget.
Could Chicago be headed for a government shutdown? Mayor Brandon Johnson and 26 aldermen are still far apart on a deal to pass a 2026 budget.
More than 5,000 youth summer jobs at risk under proposed budget cuts
Community members are voicing concern at City Hall as a proposed budget move threatens thousands of youth summer job opportunities.
Community members are voicing concern at City Hall as a proposed budget move threatens thousands of youth summer job opportunities.
Budget battle ongoing between Chicago mayor, aldermen
The budget battle between Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Chicago aldermen continues to heat up.
The budget battle between Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Chicago aldermen continues to heat up.
O'Hare traffic complicates renovation | 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.