Cook County property taxes have skyrocketed. Who's to blame? | The Chicago Report
A new report from the Cook County Treasurer's Office says that property taxes in the county have risen at twice the rate of inflation over the last 30 years. What is to blame?
A new report from the Cook County Treasurer's Office says that property taxes in the county have risen at twice the rate of inflation over the last 30 years. What is to blame?
What to know about the new head of CPS | The Chicago Report
The year-long, nationwide search for a new Chicago Public Schools Superintendent has come to an end. The Chicago Board of Education on Monday voted to name Chicago native Dr. Macquline King as its next leader. The measure passed 18-1.
The year-long, nationwide search for a new Chicago Public Schools Superintendent has come to an end. The Chicago Board of Education on Monday voted to name Chicago native Dr. Macquline King as its next leader. The measure passed 18-1.
CTA Red Line danger: Viral video highlights risks on Chicago's trains
A viral video showing a man dancing on the exterior of a moving CTA Red Line train has sparked alarm across Chicago.
A viral video showing a man dancing on the exterior of a moving CTA Red Line train has sparked alarm across Chicago.
CPS School Board to approve CEO contract of Macquline King
The CPS school board is expected to approve the contract of Macquline King as the new CEO after coming back from a short recess.
The CPS school board is expected to approve the contract of Macquline King as the new CEO after coming back from a short recess.
New CPS leadership: What Dr. Macquline King could mean for Chicago schools
As Dr. Macquline King is set to lead Chicago Public Schools, a Chalkbeat reporter discusses her leadership style, key challenges, and what families can expect moving forward.
As Dr. Macquline King is set to lead Chicago Public Schools, a Chalkbeat reporter discusses her leadership style, key challenges, and what families can expect moving forward.
Meta, YouTube lose landmark cases over social media addiction in kids
An attorney breaks down major rulings against Meta and YouTube, why they matter for the tech industry, and what they could mean for future lawsuits and concerned parents.
An attorney breaks down major rulings against Meta and YouTube, why they matter for the tech industry, and what they could mean for future lawsuits and concerned parents.
Chicago Board of Education approves Dr. Macquline King as next CPS CEO
The year-long, nationwide search for a new Chicago Public Schools Superintendent has come to an end.
The year-long, nationwide search for a new Chicago Public Schools Superintendent has come to an end.
CPS poised to name next superintendent
CPS could name its next superintendent today, and she’s a Chicago native.
CPS could name its next superintendent today, and she’s a Chicago native.
Golden years, golden arches: Chicago-area woman, 95, surprised at beloved McDonald’s birthday tradition
A 95-year-old woman walked into her regular McDonald’s expecting lunch and found a room full of people waiting on her, including staff who made her a cake and planned a full surprise.
A 95-year-old woman walked into her regular McDonald’s expecting lunch and found a room full of people waiting on her, including staff who made her a cake and planned a full surprise.
Bears stadium saga continues | The Chicago Report
Vermont senator Bernie Sanders jumps into the Bears stadium debate. Meanwhile, Illinois lawmakers leave Springfield for spring break - did they get a stadium deal to keep the team from crossing the border? A prominent Islamic interfaith group sides with Mayor Johnson in the controversy of a city report on antisemitism. And we preview tomorrow's massive No Kings rally expected to take over Grant Park.
Vermont senator Bernie Sanders jumps into the Bears stadium debate. Meanwhile, Illinois lawmakers leave Springfield for spring break - did they get a stadium deal to keep the team from crossing the border? A prominent Islamic interfaith group sides with Mayor Johnson in the controversy of a city report on antisemitism. And we preview tomorrow's massive No Kings rally expected to take over Grant Park.
' No Kings' Chicago March to be held tomorrow | The Chicago Report
Protest groups are getting ready for tomorrow's No Kings rally in grant park and across the country. The first no kings back in October drew an estimated 7 million demonstrators out. What is their message and how is the Trump administration responding? For more we're joined by one of the organizers - Kathy Tholin - with Indivisible Chicago.
Protest groups are getting ready for tomorrow's No Kings rally in grant park and across the country. The first no kings back in October drew an estimated 7 million demonstrators out. What is their message and how is the Trump administration responding? For more we're joined by one of the organizers - Kathy Tholin - with Indivisible Chicago.
Nancy Andrade's resignation sparks antisemitism debate | The Chicago Report
We've talked a lot this week about the sudden resignation of city human rights commissioner Nancy Andrade over a report her office produced on fighting anti-semitism. Last night, one of the commission members said there was a dispute between their office and the mayor's senior leadership over whether to broaden the report and not necessarily make it about anti-semitism. Dan Goldwin told us last night - those changes have the Jewish American community in Chicago concerned.
We've talked a lot this week about the sudden resignation of city human rights commissioner Nancy Andrade over a report her office produced on fighting anti-semitism. Last night, one of the commission members said there was a dispute between their office and the mayor's senior leadership over whether to broaden the report and not necessarily make it about anti-semitism. Dan Goldwin told us last night - those changes have the Jewish American community in Chicago concerned.
Bears stadium saga continues | The Chicago Report
The Bears are still tussling with lawmakers in Springfield still trying to finalize a deal to have them avoid property taxes and pay in lieu of fees on their massive planned development in Arlington Heights. Is it going anywhere and will it get done before the bears up and move to Hammond Indiana. Kam Buckner joins the show to discuss.
The Bears are still tussling with lawmakers in Springfield still trying to finalize a deal to have them avoid property taxes and pay in lieu of fees on their massive planned development in Arlington Heights. Is it going anywhere and will it get done before the bears up and move to Hammond Indiana. Kam Buckner joins the show to discuss.
Maria Hadden faces protests over remarks on Loyola student shooting
People are protesting over Maria Hadden's comments about the fatal shooting of a Loyola student. Hadden closed her office this week due to the threats.
People are protesting over Maria Hadden's comments about the fatal shooting of a Loyola student. Hadden closed her office this week due to the threats.
Trump admin must restore $3B in CTA funding for Red Line, other projects, judge rules
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration improperly withheld about $2 billion from the Chicago Transit Authority for its Red Line extension and modernization projects.
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration improperly withheld about $2 billion from the Chicago Transit Authority for its Red Line extension and modernization projects.
New CPS CEO, anthropic AI and Pentagon dispute | The Chicago Report
Chicago Public Schools has a new CEO and it's a familiar face. And, we take a closer look at anthropic AI and the Pentagon dispute. All this and more on tonight's "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Public Schools has a new CEO and it's a familiar face. And, we take a closer look at anthropic AI and the Pentagon dispute. All this and more on tonight's "The Chicago Report."
Macquline King elected Chicago Public Schools CEO | The Chicago Report
Chicago Public Schools is on the verge of selecting a new permanent CEO after a nationwide search.
Chicago Public Schools is on the verge of selecting a new permanent CEO after a nationwide search.
Judge rules Trump administration must release CTA funding
A federal judge ordered the Dept. of Transportation to release $3 billion that the CTA had coming to them. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski reports.
A federal judge ordered the Dept. of Transportation to release $3 billion that the CTA had coming to them. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski reports.
Interim CPS CEO to be appointed as permanent
CPS is about to name its new CEO and you probably know the name. This comes after a chaotic search process that led to candidates dropping out and board members slinging accusations at each other. Paris Schutz reports.
CPS is about to name its new CEO and you probably know the name. This comes after a chaotic search process that led to candidates dropping out and board members slinging accusations at each other. Paris Schutz reports.
Mayor's vetoes subminimum wage freeze, social media lawsuit | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoed the subminimum wage freeze. And, social media platforms are being sued over addiction. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoed the subminimum wage freeze. And, social media platforms are being sued over addiction. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."