Mayor Brandon Johnson faces budget scrutiny as council launches accountability coalition
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson promoted the city’s economic outlook while aldermen, including Gil Villegas, announced a new coalition to monitor budget spending, city debt and public safety concerns.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson promoted the city’s economic outlook while aldermen, including Gil Villegas, announced a new coalition to monitor budget spending, city debt and public safety concerns.
Protecting voters rights in Illinois | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz talks about early voting, the data center debate, video gambling and much more.
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz talks about early voting, the data center debate, video gambling and much more.
The data center debate | The Chicago Report
Joining us is Brad Tietz from the Data Center Coalition and Mark Denzler - of the Illinois Manufacturing Association.
Joining us is Brad Tietz from the Data Center Coalition and Mark Denzler - of the Illinois Manufacturing Association.
Protecting voter rights in Illinois | The Chicago Report
If you live in Chicago, it's your first day to vote early ahead of the March 17 primary election.
If you live in Chicago, it's your first day to vote early ahead of the March 17 primary election.
Video gambling authorized in Chicago bars | The Chicago Report
Part of the current Chicago budget agreement is a legalization of video gaming in bars and establishments across the city.
Part of the current Chicago budget agreement is a legalization of video gaming in bars and establishments across the city.
Minneapolis ICE crackdown ends | The Chicago Report
The immigration crackdown in Minnesota is coming to an abrupt end.
The immigration crackdown in Minnesota is coming to an abrupt end.
CPS have not yet found a superintendent | The Chicago Report
If you thought the drama at Chicago Public Schools was over after the departure of former CEO Pedro Martinez - think again.
If you thought the drama at Chicago Public Schools was over after the departure of former CEO Pedro Martinez - think again.
Will Illinois pass a millionaire's tax and rein in data centers | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago Political Editor Paris Schutz tackles the biggest news items of the day. Tonight, he covers judicial elections, a push for a millionaire's tax, and an effort to rein in data centers.
Fox Chicago Political Editor Paris Schutz tackles the biggest news items of the day. Tonight, he covers judicial elections, a push for a millionaire's tax, and an effort to rein in data centers.
Will Illinois pass a millionaire's tax and rein in data centers | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago Political Editor Paris Schutz tackles the biggest news items of the day. Tonight, he covers judicial elections, a push for a millionaire's tax, and an effort to rein in data centers.
Fox Chicago Political Editor Paris Schutz tackles the biggest news items of the day. Tonight, he covers judicial elections, a push for a millionaire's tax, and an effort to rein in data centers.
Environmental groups push to reign in data centers | The Chicago Report
As more data centers pop up around the Chicago area, state lawmakers and environmental groups are proposing legislation to rein in the booming industry.
As more data centers pop up around the Chicago area, state lawmakers and environmental groups are proposing legislation to rein in the booming industry.
Push for millionaire's tax in Illinois for property tax relief | The Chicago Report
Former Gov. Pat Quinn is pushing for the approval of a new tax on millionaires in Illinois by voters in the 2026 election. He argues it would help lower property taxes on middle-class Illinoisans.
Former Gov. Pat Quinn is pushing for the approval of a new tax on millionaires in Illinois by voters in the 2026 election. He argues it would help lower property taxes on middle-class Illinoisans.
Bears stadium wars, the Epstein files, and the crypto bubble | The Chicago Report
Down to the final quarter - Illinois lawmakers make moves in the battle to keep the Bears from leaving for Indiana. Fallout from President Trump's racist Friday post - we visit with Illinois Congressman Jonathan Jackson who prayed with the president just hours before. The crypto crisis - are Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies biting the dust?
Down to the final quarter - Illinois lawmakers make moves in the battle to keep the Bears from leaving for Indiana. Fallout from President Trump's racist Friday post - we visit with Illinois Congressman Jonathan Jackson who prayed with the president just hours before. The crypto crisis - are Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies biting the dust?
Is the crypto bubble popping? Experts explain | The Chicago Report
Is the crypto bubble showing signs of popping? Experts joined Paris to talk about the state of crypto.
Is the crypto bubble showing signs of popping? Experts joined Paris to talk about the state of crypto.
Chicago Congressman talks exchange with Trump, Epstein files | The Chicago Report
U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-Chicago) joined Paris to discuss his public plea with President Donald Trump and what he's learning about the latest Epstein files disclosures.
U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-Chicago) joined Paris to discuss his public plea with President Donald Trump and what he's learning about the latest Epstein files disclosures.
Unredacted Epstein files seen by members of Congress | The Chicago Report
A handful of members of Congress got a glimpse of the unredacted versions of the Epstein files, and Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich said President Trump should apologize for his "racist" video shared on social media depicting the Obamas as apes.
A handful of members of Congress got a glimpse of the unredacted versions of the Epstein files, and Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich said President Trump should apologize for his "racist" video shared on social media depicting the Obamas as apes.
Are the Bears close to a new stadium deal in Illinois? | The Chicago Report
The Chicago Bears and state lawmakers in Illinois are closer to a deal for a new stadium, sources told Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz.
The Chicago Bears and state lawmakers in Illinois are closer to a deal for a new stadium, sources told Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz.
Chicago’s budget gap is ‘way bigger’ than city leaders say — and a Chicago Congressman makes waves in Washington
Chicago’s City Council says it closed a $1 billion budget gap — but a new report claims the city’s financial hole is actually far deeper. A watchdog group says when you factor in pensions, borrowing, and other obligations, the deficit balloons to $41 billion, or about $43,000 per resident. Meanwhile in Washington, Congressman Jonathan Jackson drew attention at the National Prayer Breakfast, using his prayer to gently push back on President Trump — a moment that’s still sparking conversation across both parties.
Chicago’s City Council says it closed a $1 billion budget gap — but a new report claims the city’s financial hole is actually far deeper. A watchdog group says when you factor in pensions, borrowing, and other obligations, the deficit balloons to $41 billion, or about $43,000 per resident. Meanwhile in Washington, Congressman Jonathan Jackson drew attention at the National Prayer Breakfast, using his prayer to gently push back on President Trump — a moment that’s still sparking conversation across both parties.
Report: Chicago ended 2024 with $41.1 billion shortfall | The Chicago Report
Chicago City Council passed a budget that closes a $1 billion gap despite a lack of support from Mayor Johnson. But, a new study by the watchdog group Truth in Accounting says the actual deficit is a wee bit higher than that... more like $41 billion. Judi Willard joins us.
Chicago City Council passed a budget that closes a $1 billion gap despite a lack of support from Mayor Johnson. But, a new study by the watchdog group Truth in Accounting says the actual deficit is a wee bit higher than that... more like $41 billion. Judi Willard joins us.
Chicago snap curfew proposal revised again, allowing 30-minute police dispersal warning
Chicago leaders are once again revising a proposed “snap curfew" ordinance, with a new draft giving police more flexibility before issuing citations.
Chicago leaders are once again revising a proposed “snap curfew" ordinance, with a new draft giving police more flexibility before issuing citations.
Chicago SNAP curfew proposal revised again, allowing 30-minute police dispersal warning
Chicago leaders are once again revising a proposed "snap curfew" ordinance, with a new draft giving police more flexibility before issuing citations.
Chicago leaders are once again revising a proposed "snap curfew" ordinance, with a new draft giving police more flexibility before issuing citations.