Bears stadium fight, HIV funding and alder sues the feds | The Chicago Report
Tia Ewing takes you through the biggest political and local stories of the day on this edition of the Chicago Report.
Tia Ewing takes you through the biggest political and local stories of the day on this edition of the Chicago Report.
Chicago alder talks lawsuit over arrest by feds | The Chicago Report
Ald. Jessie Fuentes filed a lawsuit against the federal government on Monday over her arrest by immigration agents last October at Humboldt Park Hospital.
Ald. Jessie Fuentes filed a lawsuit against the federal government on Monday over her arrest by immigration agents last October at Humboldt Park Hospital.
Pritzker says he's 'not opposed' to pausing gas tax | The Chicago Report
Gov. JB Pritzker said he's not opposed to pausing the state's tax on gasoline amid surging prices, but worries about the lost revenue.
Gov. JB Pritzker said he's not opposed to pausing the state's tax on gasoline amid surging prices, but worries about the lost revenue.
Chicago’s parking meter system sold to New York-based firm, city says
Chicago’s parking meter system is set to be sold to a New York-based investment firm, pending approval from the City Council.
Chicago’s parking meter system is set to be sold to a New York-based investment firm, pending approval from the City Council.
Chicago alder sues feds over hospital arrest during Operation Midway Blitz
Ald. Jessie Fuentes filed a lawsuit against the federal government on Monday over her arrest by immigration agents last October at Humboldt Park Hospital.
Ald. Jessie Fuentes filed a lawsuit against the federal government on Monday over her arrest by immigration agents last October at Humboldt Park Hospital.
Chicago alder sues feds over hospital arrest during Operation Midway Blitz
Ald. Jessie Fuentes filed a lawsuit against the federal government over her arrest by immigration agents last October at a hospital.
Ald. Jessie Fuentes filed a lawsuit against the federal government over her arrest by immigration agents last October at a hospital.
Larry Hoover Jr. pushes for father's clemency | The Chicago Report
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
Lawmakers push for overdose prevention sites | The Chicago Report
Lawmakers, public health experts, and community leaders are highlighting new research on overdose prevention sites and pushing for one to be established on Chicago’s West Side. Many say this could help save lives and connect people to treatment. One of the local lawmakers behind the push is State Representative La Shawn Ford of the 8th district.
Lawmakers, public health experts, and community leaders are highlighting new research on overdose prevention sites and pushing for one to be established on Chicago’s West Side. Many say this could help save lives and connect people to treatment. One of the local lawmakers behind the push is State Representative La Shawn Ford of the 8th district.
South Shore residents to sue feds over raid | The Chicago Report
Nearly a year after a controversial federal immigration raid at a South Shore Apartment Complex, 18 residents are now taking steps toward suing the federal government. They allege agents used excessive force, unlawfully entered apartments, and caused lasting physical and emotional trauma during the operation. Joining us now to break down the case and where it goes from here is Pablo Moreno, staff attorney with Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, also known as MALDEF.
Nearly a year after a controversial federal immigration raid at a South Shore Apartment Complex, 18 residents are now taking steps toward suing the federal government. They allege agents used excessive force, unlawfully entered apartments, and caused lasting physical and emotional trauma during the operation. Joining us now to break down the case and where it goes from here is Pablo Moreno, staff attorney with Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, also known as MALDEF.
ISBE reverses closures of Learn Charter Schools | The Chicago Report
In North Chicago, a decision to close two high-performing elementary schools sparked major pushback and questions about how the process was handled. Now, the Illinois State Board of Education has stepped in, reversing the local district’s move and allowing learn 6 and learn 10 to remain open. Joining us now is Greg White, President and CEO of Learn.
In North Chicago, a decision to close two high-performing elementary schools sparked major pushback and questions about how the process was handled. Now, the Illinois State Board of Education has stepped in, reversing the local district’s move and allowing learn 6 and learn 10 to remain open. Joining us now is Greg White, President and CEO of Learn.
South Shore residents to sue feds over raid | The Chicago Report
Nearly a year after a controversial federal immigration raid at a South Shore Apartment Complex, 18 residents are now taking steps toward suing the federal government. They allege agents used excessive force, unlawfully entered apartments, and caused lasting physical and emotional trauma during the operation. Joining us now to break down the case and where it goes from here is Pablo Moreno, staff attorney with Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, also known as MALDEF.
Nearly a year after a controversial federal immigration raid at a South Shore Apartment Complex, 18 residents are now taking steps toward suing the federal government. They allege agents used excessive force, unlawfully entered apartments, and caused lasting physical and emotional trauma during the operation. Joining us now to break down the case and where it goes from here is Pablo Moreno, staff attorney with Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, also known as MALDEF.
Chicago Public Schools facing $733M shortfall | The Chicago Report
Chicago Public Schools is facing a major budget shortfall, with possible cuts to teaching staff as district leaders and education advocates push Springfield for more funding. At the same time, debates continue over state spending priorities, including legislation tied to a proposed Bears stadium project. Here to weigh in is Hal Woods with Chicago Kids First.
Chicago Public Schools is facing a major budget shortfall, with possible cuts to teaching staff as district leaders and education advocates push Springfield for more funding. At the same time, debates continue over state spending priorities, including legislation tied to a proposed Bears stadium project. Here to weigh in is Hal Woods with Chicago Kids First.
Tipped minimum wage compromise | The Chicago Report
Monica Eng, from Axios, offers her insight on three big headlines. We're looking at a surprise compromise on the tipped wage debate after Mayor Johnson's recent veto.
Monica Eng, from Axios, offers her insight on three big headlines. We're looking at a surprise compromise on the tipped wage debate after Mayor Johnson's recent veto.
No decision to replace ShotSpotter in Chicago: 'Lives are at risk'
Nearly two years after Chicago scrapped the gunshot detection technology ShotSpotter, alders are pushing for a replacement.
Nearly two years after Chicago scrapped the gunshot detection technology ShotSpotter, alders are pushing for a replacement.
Possible hantavirus in Illinois, Chicago considers replacing ShotSpotter | The Chicago Report
A possible case of hantavirus was reported in Illinois. And, Chicago City Council is considering replacing ShotSpotter. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
A possible case of hantavirus was reported in Illinois. And, Chicago City Council is considering replacing ShotSpotter. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
No decision to replace ShotSpotter in Chicago: 'Lives are at risk'
Nearly two years after Chicago scrapped the gunshot detection technology ShotSpotter, alders are pushing for a replacement.
Nearly two years after Chicago scrapped the gunshot detection technology ShotSpotter, alders are pushing for a replacement.
Illinois lawmaker on megaproject bill, AI regulation | The Chicago Report
State Sen. Bill Cunningham (D-Chicago) spoke with us about a number of key issues in Springfield, including the status of the megaprojects bill key to a new Bears stadium and another bill to put more regulations on AI models.
State Sen. Bill Cunningham (D-Chicago) spoke with us about a number of key issues in Springfield, including the status of the megaprojects bill key to a new Bears stadium and another bill to put more regulations on AI models.
Chicago committee considers new gunshot detection system after ShotSpotter exit
Alderman Brian Hopkins discusses a proposed new gunshot detection technology as Chicago’s Public Safety Committee weighs replacing ShotSpotter with a different system aimed at improving public safety.
Alderman Brian Hopkins discusses a proposed new gunshot detection technology as Chicago’s Public Safety Committee weighs replacing ShotSpotter with a different system aimed at improving public safety.
DNC back in Chicago? AI's influence on college and IL sex assault bill | The Chicago Report
Tia Ewing tackles some of the biggest issues of the day, including the DNC possibly returning to Chicago, whether AI is impacting the value of a college degree, and a bill that would require Illinois students convicted of sexual assault to be expelled.
Tia Ewing tackles some of the biggest issues of the day, including the DNC possibly returning to Chicago, whether AI is impacting the value of a college degree, and a bill that would require Illinois students convicted of sexual assault to be expelled.
Should the SAFE-T Act be amended? | The Chicago Report
The strongest El Nino in a century. What it means for weather here. Plus, some Chicago area colleges are postponing exams after the Canvas outage. What we know about who did it. And, Mayor Johnson made it known he wants the Bears to stay in Chicago and at Soldier Field. But has that ship sailed?
The strongest El Nino in a century. What it means for weather here. Plus, some Chicago area colleges are postponing exams after the Canvas outage. What we know about who did it. And, Mayor Johnson made it known he wants the Bears to stay in Chicago and at Soldier Field. But has that ship sailed?