John Cullerton's proposal for property taxes| The Chicago Report
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Affordability continues to be an issue for millions of Americans.  It's one of the topics that's on the ballot in the November elections. Fox Chicago's hosts The Chicago Report.

Stand Up For Science rally tomorrow | The Chicago Report
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 We want to tell you about a rally happening in our backyard tomorrow.  A national group called "Stand Up for Science" will protest what they call quote "The Trump Administration's erosion of established climate and health science."  It starts at 1 p.m. at Federal Plaza.  CEO Colette Delawalla joins us now to tell us more about what they're fighting against.

58% increase in Jewish hate crimes in 2023-2024
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 Jewish leaders want Mayor Brandon Johnson to do more to make Chicago's Jewish community feel safe.  This Monday, the American Defamation League asked the mayor to adopt a list of recommendations, including an antisemitism task force.  Their senior regional director Rebecca Weininger is joining us to break down her group's demands.

John Cullerton's proposal for property taxes | The Chicago Report
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Affordability continues to be an issue for millions of Americans. It's one of the topics that's on the ballot in the November elections.  Right here in Illinois, and Chicago, many are looking for solutions on how to bring down your property taxes.  We're here with former state senator and Illinois senate President John Cullteron.

Police seek suspect in CTA train robbery on Chicago's South Side

Chicago police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect connected to a robbery and an attempted robbery on a CTA train last month on the city’s South Side.

West Town community leaders against Grand Avenue plan | The Chicago Report
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Last night we told you about the business owners and residents rallying against Mayor Johnson’s plan to add bike lanes along Grand Avenue.  The million dollar project proposes and critics say the plan will worsen the busses and reduce ridership.  Joining us now is Roger Romanelli with the Fulton Market Association to explain why he and others are not on board. 

West Town community leaders against Grand Avenue plan
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Last night we told you about the business owners and residents rallying against Mayor Johnson’s plan to add bike lanes along Grand Avenue.  The million dollar project proposes, and critics say the plan will worsen the busses and reduce ridership.  Joining us now is Roger Romanelli with the Fulton Market Association to explain why he and others are not on board. 

DraftKings pouring money into IL primary races
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Illinois primary elections are almost here. Let's breakdown the money coming into these races.

CTA given two weeks to fix safety plan or lose $50M in federal funds

The Chicago Transit Authority has two weeks to submit a new safety plan to the Federal Transit Administration, or risk losing $50 million in funding. That accounts for about 25% of the CTA's operating funds, as the FTA cited alleged failures by the CTA to meaningfully address crime.

CTA to submit new safety plan by federal deadline
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With two weeks until the deadline, the Chicago Transit Authority says it plans to submit a revised safety plan to federal officials.

Inbound I-290 closed as semi partially dangles from overpass

Traffic on the inbound Eisenhower Expressway was shut down early Thursday after a crash left a semi partially dangling off an overpass in west suburban Cook County.

Bill to launch safety pilot project | The Chicago Report
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A few new bill proposals could change self-driving car programs, public bathrooms and much more. Fox Chicago's Anita Blanton breaks it all down in The Chicago Report

Annual endangered buildings list released | The Chicago Report
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Every year, Preservation Chicago releases its annual most endangered buildings list.  These are historically or culturally significate sites at risk of demolition or neglect.  Well tonight, the executive director is here to explain how his list compels the city to take action.  This is Ward Miller.

Legislation to require vape disposal
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Now to another bill making its way through Springfield.  Two local high schoolers from Pontiac, Illinois came up with a proposal in government class to require vape producers to manage the disposal of their products.  To turn that idea into reality, they enlisted the help of Dany Robles from the Illinois Environmental Council.  He's here to explain how mandating vape disposal will benefit the environment.

Lawmaker proposes bill to regulate self-driving cars
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Let's talk about another one that will affect Chicagoans.  Last week, the news that Waymo's self driving cars had begun testing here made waves online.  Now, state Senator Michael Hastings is introducing legislation to regulate these autonomous cars.  He's here with me now to break down the bill. 

Hegseth: U.S. military actions is 'just getting started' | The Chicago Report
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The U.S. Senate just rejected a bill to halt the war against Iran in an early show of support for President Trump's campaign.  The war powers resolution failed 47 to 53 with Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman being the sole democrat to side with republicans.  The measure would have limited any further attacks by requiring congressional approval.  That's after the Pentagon said more military assets are on the way to the Middle East this morning.