Chicago police access privately owned Flock cameras through city agreement
Chicago police officers conducted thousands of searches through the Flock Safety camera network this year, raising questions about how the department accesses and oversees the data.
Chicago police officers conducted thousands of searches through the Flock Safety camera network this year, raising questions about how the department accesses and oversees the data.
Amazon cuts retail jobs amid one of its biggest shopping days
Amazon latest round of job cuts come after the company eliminated thousands of positions earlier this year.
Amazon latest round of job cuts come after the company eliminated thousands of positions earlier this year.
Why labor & business groups are teaming up to fight Chicago's data center ban | The Chicago Report
Operating Engineers Local 150 Executive Director Marc Poulos joins the Chicago Report to discuss why trade unions and business groups are uniting to block Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposed one-year data center moratorium. He explains why labor believes the pause will stifle job growth and innovation and shares what his alliance is planning to thwart the proposal.
Operating Engineers Local 150 Executive Director Marc Poulos joins the Chicago Report to discuss why trade unions and business groups are uniting to block Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposed one-year data center moratorium. He explains why labor believes the pause will stifle job growth and innovation and shares what his alliance is planning to thwart the proposal.
'Amtrak mislead me': Ald. Nicole Lee on the fight against Amtrak's Bridgeport 24/7 rail facility
Following a City Council transportation committee hearing where alders questioned Amtrak representatives about an environmental review and the timeline, 11th Ward Alderman Nicole Lee joins the Chicago Report to discuss the community pushback against the proposed Bridgeport rail maintenance facility. She explains how the controversial project ties into the real estate shuffle for a new White Sox stadium in the South Loop, and why she feels like early conversations with Amtrak representatives were misleading.
Following a City Council transportation committee hearing where alders questioned Amtrak representatives about an environmental review and the timeline, 11th Ward Alderman Nicole Lee joins the Chicago Report to discuss the community pushback against the proposed Bridgeport rail maintenance facility. She explains how the controversial project ties into the real estate shuffle for a new White Sox stadium in the South Loop, and why she feels like early conversations with Amtrak representatives were misleading.
Chicago paying for access to Flock data
New audit logs are shedding light on how Chicago police use Flock cameras.
New audit logs are shedding light on how Chicago police use Flock cameras.
Chicago mayor defends support for School Board candidate amid investigation | The Chicago Report
Mayor Brandon Johnson is standing by school board president candidate Hilario Dominguez as the CPS Inspector General reopens an investigation into allegations of inappropriate interactions with a minor.
Mayor Brandon Johnson is standing by school board president candidate Hilario Dominguez as the CPS Inspector General reopens an investigation into allegations of inappropriate interactions with a minor.
What does Amazon actually think of you? How to find your hidden 'About You' profile
A recently uncovered feature reveals that Amazon is actually categorizing its users with highly specific, and occasionally blunt, personal profiles.
A recently uncovered feature reveals that Amazon is actually categorizing its users with highly specific, and occasionally blunt, personal profiles.
Chicago ramps up debt collection while offering relief to struggling residents
As a December budget deadline looms, Mayor Brandon Johnson is going in depth on Chicago's debt collection efforts and relief for those who can't pay their bills
As a December budget deadline looms, Mayor Brandon Johnson is going in depth on Chicago's debt collection efforts and relief for those who can't pay their bills
Aaron Del Mar fires back at Jim Durkin over Pritzker endorsement: 'trying to fatten his wallet'
Darren Bailey’s running mate and Illinois Republican lieutenant governor candidate Aaron Del Mar fires back after former Illinois House GOP Leader Jim Durkin crosses party lines to endorse Democrat JB Pritzker, saying Bailey's campaign is about "exclusion over inclusion." Del Mar dismisses the endorsement as self-serving internal politics, claiming Durkin is only trying to curry favor with Democratic clients.
Darren Bailey’s running mate and Illinois Republican lieutenant governor candidate Aaron Del Mar fires back after former Illinois House GOP Leader Jim Durkin crosses party lines to endorse Democrat JB Pritzker, saying Bailey's campaign is about "exclusion over inclusion." Del Mar dismisses the endorsement as self-serving internal politics, claiming Durkin is only trying to curry favor with Democratic clients.
New study: Illinois data centers could cut resident property taxes by 3-10% | The Chicago Report
We spoke with ILEPI economist Frank Manzo about a new study projecting that billions in data center investments will create 121,000 jobs and potentially reduce local property taxes by up to 10 percent in Illinois. However, critics question whether the promised economic gains and temporary construction jobs will outweigh the tax subsidies and rising utility costs for residents.
We spoke with ILEPI economist Frank Manzo about a new study projecting that billions in data center investments will create 121,000 jobs and potentially reduce local property taxes by up to 10 percent in Illinois. However, critics question whether the promised economic gains and temporary construction jobs will outweigh the tax subsidies and rising utility costs for residents.
New study: Illinois data centers could cut resident property taxes by 3-10% | The Chicago Report
We spoke with ILEPI economist Frank Manzo about a new study projecting that billions in data center investments will create 121,000 jobs and potentially reduce local property taxes by up to 10 percent in Illinois. However, critics question whether the promised economic gains and temporary construction jobs will outweigh the tax subsidies and rising utility costs for residents.
We spoke with ILEPI economist Frank Manzo about a new study projecting that billions in data center investments will create 121,000 jobs and potentially reduce local property taxes by up to 10 percent in Illinois. However, critics question whether the promised economic gains and temporary construction jobs will outweigh the tax subsidies and rising utility costs for residents.
Audit logs show Chicago police ran more than 23K Flock searches
Chicago police officers conducted thousands of searches through the Flock Safety camera network this year, even though Chicago does not have an active contract with the company.
Chicago police officers conducted thousands of searches through the Flock Safety camera network this year, even though Chicago does not have an active contract with the company.
Exclusive: Chicago paying for access to Flock data
New audit logs are shedding light on how Chicago police use Flock cameras.
New audit logs are shedding light on how Chicago police use Flock cameras.
Chicago police accessed Flock camera data despite no city contract
New audit logs are shedding light on how Chicago police use Flock cameras.
New audit logs are shedding light on how Chicago police use Flock cameras.
Can Chicago emerge as the global hub for 'responsible ai'? Dr. Gene Robinson says yes
Can Chicago make a name for itself in ethical AI? In this Chicago Report interview, Discovery Partners Institute (DPI) Executive Director Dr. Gene Robinson breaks down how Chicago is positioning itself to become the global hub for responsible artificial intelligence. Discover how cutting-edge research, regional talent, and ethical frameworks are converging to shape the future of tech policy and innovation in the West Loop.
Can Chicago make a name for itself in ethical AI? In this Chicago Report interview, Discovery Partners Institute (DPI) Executive Director Dr. Gene Robinson breaks down how Chicago is positioning itself to become the global hub for responsible artificial intelligence. Discover how cutting-edge research, regional talent, and ethical frameworks are converging to shape the future of tech policy and innovation in the West Loop.
Chicago NITA Chair Tom Kotarac on potential transit police, unified fares & changes for commuters
Illinois transit is undergoing a big shakeup. The newly formed Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) has officially replaced the RTA, bringing policy, operations, and funding for the CTA, Metra, and Pace under one umbrella. Newly appointed NITA Chairman Tom Kotarac joins us to break down what this means for everyday Chicago commuters, how operations will change and what riders can expect next
Illinois transit is undergoing a big shakeup. The newly formed Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) has officially replaced the RTA, bringing policy, operations, and funding for the CTA, Metra, and Pace under one umbrella. Newly appointed NITA Chairman Tom Kotarac joins us to break down what this means for everyday Chicago commuters, how operations will change and what riders can expect next
"I won't let people step on my name": Hilario Dominguez denies harassment allegations
Chicago School Board President candidate Hilario Dominguez is facing newly resurfaced 2017 allegations of inappropriate interactions with a minor, following an announcement by the CPS Office of Inspector General that it is reopening the investigation. Dominguez says he participated in the original investigation which concluded the report was ‘not substantiated.’ Meanwhile, the woman at the center of the case criticized the OIG in a letter, stating she was never interviewed and was unaware the investigation ever happened.
Chicago School Board President candidate Hilario Dominguez is facing newly resurfaced 2017 allegations of inappropriate interactions with a minor, following an announcement by the CPS Office of Inspector General that it is reopening the investigation. Dominguez says he participated in the original investigation which concluded the report was ‘not substantiated.’ Meanwhile, the woman at the center of the case criticized the OIG in a letter, stating she was never interviewed and was unaware the investigation ever happened.
"I won't let people step on my name": Hilario Dominguez denies harassment allegations
Chicago School Board President candidate Hilario Dominguez is facing newly resurfaced 2017 allegations of inappropriate interactions with a minor, following an announcement by the CPS Office of Inspector General that it is reopening the investigation. Dominguez says he participated in the original investigation which concluded the report was ‘not substantiated.’ Meanwhile, the woman at the center of the case criticized the OIG in a letter, stating she was never interviewed and was unaware the investigation ever happened.
Chicago School Board President candidate Hilario Dominguez is facing newly resurfaced 2017 allegations of inappropriate interactions with a minor, following an announcement by the CPS Office of Inspector General that it is reopening the investigation. Dominguez says he participated in the original investigation which concluded the report was ‘not substantiated.’ Meanwhile, the woman at the center of the case criticized the OIG in a letter, stating she was never interviewed and was unaware the investigation ever happened.
Full interview: Chicago political influencer Tatyana Najee addresses Brandon Johnson ties and online controversy
Tatyana Najee discusses her support for Mayor Brandon Johnson, denies being paid by his campaign, explains her viral “alderman problem” argument and weighs in on the growing role of influencers in politics.
Tatyana Najee discusses her support for Mayor Brandon Johnson, denies being paid by his campaign, explains her viral “alderman problem” argument and weighs in on the growing role of influencers in politics.
Chicago could pay $260.8M to settle wrongful-conviction lawsuits
The cases are tied to decades-old murder investigations involving former Chicago police detective Reynaldo Guevara.
The cases are tied to decades-old murder investigations involving former Chicago police detective Reynaldo Guevara.