DNA proves ex-CPS teacher fathered student's child; new records trace his history at her school
Newly obtained CPS records trace a former Chicago teacher’s employment history and document later abuse allegations as Nancy Alexander continues her decadeslong fight for justice and access to her student records.
Newly obtained CPS records trace a former Chicago teacher’s employment history and document later abuse allegations as Nancy Alexander continues her decadeslong fight for justice and access to her student records.
DNA confirms former CPS teacher fathered student’s child decades ago
Newly obtained CPS records trace a former Chicago teacher’s employment history and document later abuse allegations as Nancy Alexander continues her decadeslong fight for justice and access to her student records.
Newly obtained CPS records trace a former Chicago teacher’s employment history and document later abuse allegations as Nancy Alexander continues her decadeslong fight for justice and access to her student records.
Uber to lay off 3,300 employees as competition with robotaxis grow
Ride-share giant Uber announced plans to lay off nearly 10% of its workforce as growing competition from autonomous vehicles and robotaxis heats up the ride-hailing industry.
Ride-share giant Uber announced plans to lay off nearly 10% of its workforce as growing competition from autonomous vehicles and robotaxis heats up the ride-hailing industry.
2 Chicago police officers injured in South Side crash
An early morning crash involving a Chicago police squad car sent two officers to the hospital. Here's what police say happened.
An early morning crash involving a Chicago police squad car sent two officers to the hospital. Here's what police say happened.
CTA bus crash on Chicago’s West Side sends multiple people to hospitals
A vehicle crashed into a Chicago Transit Authority bus Monday morning on Chicago’s West Side, sending several people to area hospitals, authorities said.
A vehicle crashed into a Chicago Transit Authority bus Monday morning on Chicago’s West Side, sending several people to area hospitals, authorities said.
Apple raises Apple TV prices: Here’s how much it will cost you
Apple is raising the cost of Apple TV and its Apple One subscription bundle, marking the company’s second streaming price increase in about a year.
Apple is raising the cost of Apple TV and its Apple One subscription bundle, marking the company’s second streaming price increase in about a year.
Supreme Court rules on Trump mail ballot order: what happens for midterms?
Votebeat Senior National Reporter Dion Nissenbaum joins the Chicago Report to analyze the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on President Trump’s executive order restricting mail-in voting. He breaks down why the court lifted the initial injunction, the remaining legal hurdles facing the Postal Service and what this means for voters ahead of the midterm elections.
Votebeat Senior National Reporter Dion Nissenbaum joins the Chicago Report to analyze the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on President Trump’s executive order restricting mail-in voting. He breaks down why the court lifted the initial injunction, the remaining legal hurdles facing the Postal Service and what this means for voters ahead of the midterm elections.
Tyson Foods shuts down Illinois meatpacking plant: cattle shortage or bad business climate?
Tyson Foods is closing its major beef processing plant in Joslin, Illinois, eliminating over 2,500 jobs. State Senator Chris Balkema joins us to discuss why he believes Illinois' tax and regulatory environment is driving major agricultural employers to shift operations to neighboring states.
Tyson Foods is closing its major beef processing plant in Joslin, Illinois, eliminating over 2,500 jobs. State Senator Chris Balkema joins us to discuss why he believes Illinois' tax and regulatory environment is driving major agricultural employers to shift operations to neighboring states.
Illinois earns highest credit rating in 15 years: what Moody's upgrade means for taxpayers
Moody's has upgraded Illinois' credit rating to A1, marking the state's highest bond rating in nearly 15 years and its 11th upgrade since 2021 under Governor JB Pritzker. University of Chicago Professor and Center for Municipal Finance Director Justin Marlowe joins us to break down how the rating could help reduce the state's borrowing costs, while persistent pension liabilities keep Illinois' overall score at the bottom of the nation.
Moody's has upgraded Illinois' credit rating to A1, marking the state's highest bond rating in nearly 15 years and its 11th upgrade since 2021 under Governor JB Pritzker. University of Chicago Professor and Center for Municipal Finance Director Justin Marlowe joins us to break down how the rating could help reduce the state's borrowing costs, while persistent pension liabilities keep Illinois' overall score at the bottom of the nation.
First Illinois lawsuit: Chicago couple sues Taylor Farms over tainted Taco Bell lettuce
National food safety attorney Bill Marler joins the Chicago Report to discuss Zaragoza v. Taylor Fresh Foods, the first Illinois lawsuit filed in connection to the 2026 nationwide Cyclospora outbreak. He walks through his client’s 23-day ordeal to get an accurate diagnosis, why the suit targets the alleged produce supplier rather than Taco Bell and the urgent testing reforms needed to stop the next outbreak.
National food safety attorney Bill Marler joins the Chicago Report to discuss Zaragoza v. Taylor Fresh Foods, the first Illinois lawsuit filed in connection to the 2026 nationwide Cyclospora outbreak. He walks through his client’s 23-day ordeal to get an accurate diagnosis, why the suit targets the alleged produce supplier rather than Taco Bell and the urgent testing reforms needed to stop the next outbreak.
Not With Our Money: Mayor Johnson orders crackdown on city contractors linked to deportation push
Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order making Chicago the first major city to tie municipal contracts directly to ethical and public integrity standards. Community advocate Dorian Warren joins the Chicago Report to break down how the new mandate forces vendors to disclose ties to ICE enforcement, federal law enforcement and past civil rights violations.
Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order making Chicago the first major city to tie municipal contracts directly to ethical and public integrity standards. Community advocate Dorian Warren joins the Chicago Report to break down how the new mandate forces vendors to disclose ties to ICE enforcement, federal law enforcement and past civil rights violations.
How Illinois will spend Meta settlement
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul discusses Meta’s multibillion-dollar settlement with 48 states, new child-safety measures for Facebook and Instagram, and Illinois’ involvement in a mail-in ballot lawsuit.
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul discusses Meta’s multibillion-dollar settlement with 48 states, new child-safety measures for Facebook and Instagram, and Illinois’ involvement in a mail-in ballot lawsuit.
Jennifer Custer withdraws from ballot, Chicago librarian files cyclospora lawsuit | The Chicago Report
Jennifer Custer has dropped out of the race for Chicago School Board President. And, a Chicago librarian has filed a lawsuit against Taylor Farms for falling ill with cyclospora after consuming a meal from Taco Bell. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Jennifer Custer has dropped out of the race for Chicago School Board President. And, a Chicago librarian has filed a lawsuit against Taylor Farms for falling ill with cyclospora after consuming a meal from Taco Bell. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Google Assistant $68M settlement claim deadline is here: What to know
Eligible Americans have just hours left to file a claim in a proposed $68 million Google Assistant privacy settlement. Here’s who may qualify and how to file a claim.
Eligible Americans have just hours left to file a claim in a proposed $68 million Google Assistant privacy settlement. Here’s who may qualify and how to file a claim.
Meta agrees to settle social media addiction case for up to $16.8B
Meta has agreed to pay nearly $17 billion and add child-safety measures to its Facebook and Instagram platforms to end a landmark trial that's been playing out in Oakland over teen social media addiction and settle claims filed by 47 states, court records show.
Meta has agreed to pay nearly $17 billion and add child-safety measures to its Facebook and Instagram platforms to end a landmark trial that's been playing out in Oakland over teen social media addiction and settle claims filed by 47 states, court records show.
Mayor Johnson's budget plan, NIPSCO facing class action lawsuit | The Chicago Report
Mayor Brandon Johnson has unveiled a new plan to close the city's $85.1 million shortfall and avoid layoffs. And, a class action lawsuit has been filed against NIPSCO. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Mayor Brandon Johnson has unveiled a new plan to close the city's $85.1 million shortfall and avoid layoffs. And, a class action lawsuit has been filed against NIPSCO. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
ICE sightings reported across Chicago as students return to school
Several communities are on edge after reports of possible Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity surfaced across Chicago on the first day of school.
Several communities are on edge after reports of possible Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity surfaced across Chicago on the first day of school.
Chicago’s Cortland Street Bridge faces years-long closure for repairs
The Cortland Street Bridge will remain closed for several years as the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) works to rehabilitate the aging structure.
The Cortland Street Bridge will remain closed for several years as the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) works to rehabilitate the aging structure.
Chicago mayor helps welcome CPS students back to school
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is helping celebrate the first day of school as CPS students return to classrooms across the city.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is helping celebrate the first day of school as CPS students return to classrooms across the city.
Chicago Public Schools students return as budget questions loom
It's back-to-school day in Chicago, but a $150 million funding question is hanging over the new year.
It's back-to-school day in Chicago, but a $150 million funding question is hanging over the new year.