Chicago alderman not running for re-election, GOP convention in Dallas | The Chicago Report
Ald. Matt O'Shea has announced he is not running for re-election for his City Council seat. And, the GOP midterm convention is on night two in Dallas. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Ald. Matt O'Shea has announced he is not running for re-election for his City Council seat. And, the GOP midterm convention is on night two in Dallas. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Ald. Matt O'Shea won't seek re-election after four terms
A longtime Chicago alderman announced Thursday that he will not seek re-election, saying it is time for a new generation of leadership after 16 years representing the 19th Ward.
A longtime Chicago alderman announced Thursday that he will not seek re-election, saying it is time for a new generation of leadership after 16 years representing the 19th Ward.
Three Chicago aldermen are stepping down. Is it becoming a trend?
Chicago politics seem to be going through a transition. Three Chicago City Aldermen have announced their plans to exit. But is this becoming a trend?
Chicago politics seem to be going through a transition. Three Chicago City Aldermen have announced their plans to exit. But is this becoming a trend?
Ald. Matt O'Shea to not seek re-election in 2027
Ald. Matt O'Shea has announced he is not seeking re-election in 2027. He is the third council member to announce that they aren't seeking re-election.
Ald. Matt O'Shea has announced he is not seeking re-election in 2027. He is the third council member to announce that they aren't seeking re-election.
Widow files new suit alleging botched landing maneuvers, aircraft safety failures in Amazon jet crash
The woman's husband was among five people killed when an Amazon-operated Boeing 767 crashed into vehicles and erupted in flames in Miami.
The woman's husband was among five people killed when an Amazon-operated Boeing 767 crashed into vehicles and erupted in flames in Miami.
Pilot warned Amazon cargo jet was too fast before deadly Miami-area crash, NTSB says
Federal investigators say a cockpit recording from the Amazon cargo plane that crashed near Miami International Airport shows one pilot repeatedly warned the aircraft was approaching too fast and urged a go-around moments before the crash.
Federal investigators say a cockpit recording from the Amazon cargo plane that crashed near Miami International Airport shows one pilot repeatedly warned the aircraft was approaching too fast and urged a go-around moments before the crash.
Bally's answers questions, one year after Midway Blitz | The Chicago Report
Bally's faced tough questions from City Council today after warning investors that the company is struggling so badly financially. It might not be able to stay in business. And, it's been one year since Operation Midway Blitz. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Bally's faced tough questions from City Council today after warning investors that the company is struggling so badly financially. It might not be able to stay in business. And, it's been one year since Operation Midway Blitz. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Ald. Mike Rodriguez not running for re-election
One of Mayor Brandon Johnson's allies in the Chicago City Council is calling it quits. Alderman Mike Rodriguez is not running for re-election.
One of Mayor Brandon Johnson's allies in the Chicago City Council is calling it quits. Alderman Mike Rodriguez is not running for re-election.
Apple unveils foldable iPhone called Duo, iPhone 18 Pro lineup
Apple is making a major move into the future of smartphones. From its first-ever foldable iPhone to upgraded Pro models, here’s what Apple unveiled Wednesday.
Apple is making a major move into the future of smartphones. From its first-ever foldable iPhone to upgraded Pro models, here’s what Apple unveiled Wednesday.
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Chicago violent crime and President Donald Trump
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson talks about his administration to tackling violence in the city and why he thinks President Donald Trump is not "serious" in addressing the issue.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson talks about his administration to tackling violence in the city and why he thinks President Donald Trump is not "serious" in addressing the issue.
CTA Red Line homicide under investigation after person pushed from moving train, police say
A homicide investigation is underway after a male was pushed from a moving CTA Red Line train and struck by another train Monday afternoon, according to Chicago police.
A homicide investigation is underway after a male was pushed from a moving CTA Red Line train and struck by another train Monday afternoon, according to Chicago police.
2026 Illinois Midterm Elections: Everything you should know
Labor Day weekend marked the unofficial kickoff of the 2026 Midterm General Election season in Illinois and around the country.
Labor Day weekend marked the unofficial kickoff of the 2026 Midterm General Election season in Illinois and around the country.
Amazon cargo jet crash: Voice, flight recorders recovered as investigation continues
The National Transportation Safety Board provided an update on the deadly Amazon cargo jet crash that killed five people.
The National Transportation Safety Board provided an update on the deadly Amazon cargo jet crash that killed five people.
Person dies in CTA Red Line incident on Chicago's South Side, police say
A person died Monday afternoon after jumping from a moving CTA Red Line train and being struck by another train on Chicago's South Side, according to Chicago police.
A person died Monday afternoon after jumping from a moving CTA Red Line train and being struck by another train on Chicago's South Side, according to Chicago police.
What investigators are looking for after fatal Amazon jet crash
Aviation attorney Bob Clifford explains the NTSB investigation, potential liability and what comes next after the fatal Amazon cargo jet crash in Miami.
Aviation attorney Bob Clifford explains the NTSB investigation, potential liability and what comes next after the fatal Amazon cargo jet crash in Miami.
Lindsay Clancy judge declares mistrial, Frankfort mom charged with murder | The Chicago Report
The judge in the Lindsay Clancy trial declared a mistrial on Friday. And, a Frankfort mom is charged with the murder of her 2-year-old. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
The judge in the Lindsay Clancy trial declared a mistrial on Friday. And, a Frankfort mom is charged with the murder of her 2-year-old. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Hikers who used AI to plan trip had to be rescued, authorities say
Three novice hikers from Roseville, California, were rescued from Mount Shasta after using Google’s Gemini AI to help plan their trip.
Three novice hikers from Roseville, California, were rescued from Mount Shasta after using Google’s Gemini AI to help plan their trip.
$882.4 million budget gap, CPS ban on AI | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson gave a budget update, saying Chicago is facing a $882.4 million budget gap. And, there's a push for a three-year ban on AI at Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson gave a budget update, saying Chicago is facing a $882.4 million budget gap. And, there's a push for a three-year ban on AI at Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson faces $882M budget gap heading into 2027
Chicago is facing a projected $882 million budget gap in 2027, according to the city’s newly released financial forecast.
Chicago is facing a projected $882 million budget gap in 2027, according to the city’s newly released financial forecast.
Chicago faces $882M budget gap as tax hikes, layoffs loom
Chicago is staring down an $882 million budget gap in 2027, leaving Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council members facing tough decisions over potential tax increases, spending cuts, city jobs and the future of essential services.
Chicago is staring down an $882 million budget gap in 2027, leaving Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council members facing tough decisions over potential tax increases, spending cuts, city jobs and the future of essential services.