Organization

Immigration rights activists are calling on Chicago police to take accountability over allegations that federal ICE agents were not held responsible. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus reports live from the ICE enforcement hearing.

Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed renter protections are receiving pushback from many, including Ald. Nicole Lee (11th). Lee joins Good Day Chicago to discuss a newly proposed rental ordinance that would serve as an alternative.

Chicago Public Schools unveiled one of its most financially challenging budgets in recent years, citing significant financial pressures. Chalkbeat Chicago's Reema Amin explains the details.

A new analysis of the six-year, $30 billion "Rebuild Illinois" capital program reveals the historic infrastructure initiative delivered a  200% return on investment to the state's economy. Frank Manzo with the Illinois Economic Policy Institute explains the report. 

The Millionaire's Tax referendum was passed for the Cook County ballot. And, the Chicago City Council is pushing back against the parking meter deadline. All this and more on The Chicago Report. 

Cook County voters will decide this November on a proposed 3% income tax surcharge for individuals earning more than $1 million annually. The non-binding advisory referendum aims to gauge support for passing it and utilizing the revenue to split funding  between public education and local property tax relief. Anita Blanton breaks down the resolution with Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller.

Retired Chicago police officer Danielle Carter-Walters is looking to upset the political status quo. The face of the grassroots initiative "Chicago Flips Red" joins Anita Blanton on The Chicago Report to talk about her bid for mayor. From blasting the city's sanctuary policies and public safety approach to facing off against the Chicago Teachers Union and Cook County officials, Carter-Walters explains the issues driving her campaign.

A new federal lawsuit accuses the Illinois Department of Corrections of "torturous" practices at the maximum-security Menard Correctional Center. The suit, filed by the MacArthur Justice Center and Akin, alleges that three incarcerated men were locked in cramped solitary cells for months without being allowed outside to exercise. Anita Blanton talks to Alexa Van Brunt of the MJC to break down the allegations of eighth amendment violations. 

Anita Blanton speaks with Chicago school board candidates Dr. Angel Velez and Tameka Walton about their recent ballot challenges. Board Vice President Velez details his fight to appeal his official removal from the ballot, while Walton breaks down her newly launched write-in campaigns. Both warn that signature objections will leave parents with less choices this November. 

The family of Indiana teen Lucas Bradshaw is suing Amazon and others, alleging they failed to keep an unsafe commercial driver off the road before a 2025 school bus crash that left him with life-changing injuries.

Chicago's top cop is calling it a career. Wednesday was Superintendent Larry Snelling's last day on the job. And, Chicago Public Schools released its proposed operating budget for 2027. All this and more on The Chicago Report. 

An Indiana family is filing a lawsuit against Amazon after a crash involving an Amazon delivery driver dealt several traumatic injuries to the family's son. FOX Chicago's Kasey Chronis explains the backstory and gives the details of the lawsuit just filed last week.

Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling announced his retirement this month after 34 years of service.

Chicago Department of Housing Commissioner Lissette Castañeda breaks down the Protecting Renters Ordinance, overhauling the city's 40-year-old RLTO. 

The CBA for 78 coalition is raising major concerns over how "The 78" mega-development will impact local housing, traffic safety, and community transparency. To ensure the neighborhood isn't left behind, they are calling for TIF funds to be used transparently to benefit all members of the public. Angela Lin with People Matter explains. 

Anita Blanton talks to Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova about her article: "Delays in ramping up work on Chicago’s Black Student Success Plan frustrate some advocates." Koumpilova has an update after the U.S. Department of Education’s move to withhold grant dollars over the plan.