Trump weighs in on violent Chicago Memorial Day weekend | The Chicago Report
President Trump criticized Chicago leaders after a violent Memorial Day weekend, which featured a mass shooting and multiple teen takeovers.
President Trump criticized Chicago leaders after a violent Memorial Day weekend, which featured a mass shooting and multiple teen takeovers.
Impact of megaprojects bill on a new Bears stadium, taxes | The Chicago Report
The Cook County Treasurer's Office released a new analysis of the tax implications of the so-called "megaprojects" bill on a new Bears stadium and local taxpayers.
The Cook County Treasurer's Office released a new analysis of the tax implications of the so-called "megaprojects" bill on a new Bears stadium and local taxpayers.
Chicago alders talk Memorial Day violence | The Chicago Report
Chicago Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th Ward) came on the show to discuss his and other alders' proposal to hold parents accountable in the event their children commit a crime in the wake of a violent Memorial Day weekend.
Chicago Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th Ward) came on the show to discuss his and other alders' proposal to hold parents accountable in the event their children commit a crime in the wake of a violent Memorial Day weekend.
Chicago Teachers Union to vote on $800 dues hike | The Chicago Report
The Chicago Teacher union is preparing to raise dues by $800 annually for members. That's if, they vote to approve the dues hike. The Group Illinois Policy says it could also prevent members from suing the union. Mailee Smith with the Group Illinois Policy is giving us the background here.
The Chicago Teacher union is preparing to raise dues by $800 annually for members. That's if, they vote to approve the dues hike. The Group Illinois Policy says it could also prevent members from suing the union. Mailee Smith with the Group Illinois Policy is giving us the background here.
Lawsuit could block Illinois' FOID law | The Chicago Report
A new legal battle to eliminate Illinois' FOID card law. The firearm owner's identification card is mandatory for lawful gun ownership in the state. It's been around since 1968. But a civil rights group argues the requirement is unconstitutional and has filed a federal lawsuit to block it. Joining us now to break down the legal argument is Jacob Huebert, Senior Litigation Counsel with the New Civil Liberties Alliance.
A new legal battle to eliminate Illinois' FOID card law. The firearm owner's identification card is mandatory for lawful gun ownership in the state. It's been around since 1968. But a civil rights group argues the requirement is unconstitutional and has filed a federal lawsuit to block it. Joining us now to break down the legal argument is Jacob Huebert, Senior Litigation Counsel with the New Civil Liberties Alliance.
What's next with the new CTA safety task force | The Chicago Report
Here to break down what ordinances passed, what failed and to update us on the "Operation Midway Blitz" stories is Axios Chicago Reporter Monica Eng.
Here to break down what ordinances passed, what failed and to update us on the "Operation Midway Blitz" stories is Axios Chicago Reporter Monica Eng.
Chicago alderwoman wants changes to electronic monitoring | The Chicago Report
One of the measures approved by Chicago City Council was introduced by Alderwoman Silvana Tabares, who represents Chicago's 23rd Ward. She joins "The Chicago Report."
One of the measures approved by Chicago City Council was introduced by Alderwoman Silvana Tabares, who represents Chicago's 23rd Ward. She joins "The Chicago Report."
The future of data centers | The Chicago Report
Brad Tietz, with the Data Center Coalition, Brad Klein, with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and Jen Walling, the CEO of the Environmental Council, joins Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski to discuss the future of data centers in the Chicago area.
Brad Tietz, with the Data Center Coalition, Brad Klein, with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and Jen Walling, the CEO of the Environmental Council, joins Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski to discuss the future of data centers in the Chicago area.
Legal ramifications of data centers | The Chicago Report
Brad Tietz, with the Data Center Coalition, Brad Klein, with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and Jen Walling, the CEO of the Environmental Council, joins Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski to discuss the pressures around data centers in the Chicago area.
Brad Tietz, with the Data Center Coalition, Brad Klein, with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and Jen Walling, the CEO of the Environmental Council, joins Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski to discuss the pressures around data centers in the Chicago area.
Illinois politics surrounding data centers | The Chicago report
Brad Tietz, with the Data Center Coalition, Brad Klein, with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and Jen Walling, the CEO of the Environmental Council, joins Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski to discuss Illinois politics surrounding data centers in the Chicago area.
Brad Tietz, with the Data Center Coalition, Brad Klein, with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and Jen Walling, the CEO of the Environmental Council, joins Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski to discuss Illinois politics surrounding data centers in the Chicago area.
Water shortages in data centers | The Chicago Report
Brad Tietz, with the Data Center Coalition, Brad Klein, with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and Jen Walling, the CEO of the Environmental Council, joins Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski to discuss water usage for data centers in the Chicago area.
Brad Tietz, with the Data Center Coalition, Brad Klein, with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and Jen Walling, the CEO of the Environmental Council, joins Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski to discuss water usage for data centers in the Chicago area.
Pritzker has changed his tune on data centers | The Chicago Report
Data centers continue to make national headlines. It's a story in Indiana and Illinois. Local governments are approving AI driven developments. We've seen the pushback. State leaders on both sides have something to say about them. JB Pritzker told reporters, where he stands on data centers.
Data centers continue to make national headlines. It's a story in Indiana and Illinois. Local governments are approving AI driven developments. We've seen the pushback. State leaders on both sides have something to say about them. JB Pritzker told reporters, where he stands on data centers.
Subminimum wage hike delay OK’d by Chicago City Council
The City Council approved a compromise deal to delay the gradual increase in the subminimum wage for tipped workers in Chicago.
The City Council approved a compromise deal to delay the gradual increase in the subminimum wage for tipped workers in Chicago.
Darren Bailey makes pitch to Chicago at City Council meeting: 'I owe you an apology'
Bailey again apologized for calling the city a "hellhole" and made something of a campaign stump speech in City Hall.
Bailey again apologized for calling the city a "hellhole" and made something of a campaign stump speech in City Hall.
Chicago City Council weighs multimillion-dollar settlements, major United Center tax break
Aldermen are set to vote on millions in police misconduct settlements, consider a major tax incentive tied to the United Center redevelopment project, and push for answers on Cook County’s electronic monitoring policies.
Aldermen are set to vote on millions in police misconduct settlements, consider a major tax incentive tied to the United Center redevelopment project, and push for answers on Cook County’s electronic monitoring policies.
Chicago's parking meter deal faces new scrutiny as investment firm eyes takeover
As City Council weighs a potential new ownership shakeup for Chicago’s controversial parking meter lease, former Inspector General Joe Ferguson joins us to discuss what drivers can expect, the long-term impact on City Hall, and concerns over future public asset deals.
As City Council weighs a potential new ownership shakeup for Chicago’s controversial parking meter lease, former Inspector General Joe Ferguson joins us to discuss what drivers can expect, the long-term impact on City Hall, and concerns over future public asset deals.
Bears stadium latest, Journalists sue AI companies, Registering Black voters | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing covers the biggest stories of the day including the latest developments on a proposed new Bears stadium, a lawsuit by journalists against AI companies, and efforts to register young Black voters in Chicago.
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing covers the biggest stories of the day including the latest developments on a proposed new Bears stadium, a lawsuit by journalists against AI companies, and efforts to register young Black voters in Chicago.
AI companies used journalists' voices to train programs, lawsuit claims | The Chicago Report
Illinois journalists say tech companies are stealing their voices to train their AI programs in a new lawsuit.
Illinois journalists say tech companies are stealing their voices to train their AI programs in a new lawsuit.
Busy day for Chicago City Council on Wednesday | The Chicago Report
The Chicago City Council has a busy day on Wednesday with a new city watchdog, police settlements, and tax incentives for a big redevelopment plan on the agenda.
The Chicago City Council has a busy day on Wednesday with a new city watchdog, police settlements, and tax incentives for a big redevelopment plan on the agenda.
Chicago aldermen push for answers as city weighs new gun detection system
Chicago leaders are debating new gun detection technology months after the city ended its ShotSpotter contract, with concerns over cost, accuracy and community impact still unresolved.
Chicago leaders are debating new gun detection technology months after the city ended its ShotSpotter contract, with concerns over cost, accuracy and community impact still unresolved.