Chicago alderwoman pushes citywide response to rising antisemitism
Chicago Alderman Debra Silverstein calls for emergency action as antisemitic hate crimes surge, making up over one-third of all reported hate crimes in the city in 2024.
Chicago Alderman Debra Silverstein calls for emergency action as antisemitic hate crimes surge, making up over one-third of all reported hate crimes in the city in 2024.
Chicago mayor wants tax on ?ultra-rich?
Mayor Brandon Johnson says President Trump?s tax bill could make Chicago?s deficit worse.
Mayor Brandon Johnson says President Trump?s tax bill could make Chicago?s deficit worse.
Chicago sees 33% drop in homicides through first half of 2025, data shows
County data show that Chicago could be on track to record fewer than 500 homicides this year, which would be the lowest total in years.
County data show that Chicago could be on track to record fewer than 500 homicides this year, which would be the lowest total in years.
City Council members ?need? to override mayor?s veto of ?snap curfew,? alder says
The future of a "snap curfew" for Chicago teens will come down to a vote on whether to overturn Mayor Brandon Johnson's veto of the ordinance.
The future of a "snap curfew" for Chicago teens will come down to a vote on whether to overturn Mayor Brandon Johnson's veto of the ordinance.
City Council members ‘need’ to override mayor’s veto of ‘snap curfew,’ alder says
The future of a "snap curfew" for Chicago teens will come down to a vote on whether to overturn Mayor Brandon Johnson's veto of the ordinance.
The future of a "snap curfew" for Chicago teens will come down to a vote on whether to overturn Mayor Brandon Johnson's veto of the ordinance.
Chicago's tipped workers will get pay raise on July 1
Starting next week, people who work for tips in Chicago will get a raise. It's part of a city law called One Fair Wage.
Starting next week, people who work for tips in Chicago will get a raise. It's part of a city law called One Fair Wage.
Chicago's 'One Fair Wage' ordinance to take effect July 1
Starting next week, tipped workers in Chicago will see a pay boost on their checks.
Starting next week, tipped workers in Chicago will see a pay boost on their checks.
Chicago mayor vetoes teen 'snap' curfew ordinance after City Council approval
Two days after a divided Chicago City Council voted to approve a controversial ordinance allowing temporary curfews, Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoed the measure Friday.
Two days after a divided Chicago City Council voted to approve a controversial ordinance allowing temporary curfews, Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoed the measure Friday.
Chicago mayor vetoes teen 'snap' curfew ordinance after City Council approval
Two days after a divided Chicago City Council voted to approve a controversial ordinance allowing temporary curfews, Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoed the measure Friday.
Two days after a divided Chicago City Council voted to approve a controversial ordinance allowing temporary curfews, Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoed the measure Friday.
Old CPS school transformed into new work center in Austin
A former CPS school is now being transformed into a work center. FOX 32's Tia Ewing was at the grand opening in the Austin neighborhood.
A former CPS school is now being transformed into a work center. FOX 32's Tia Ewing was at the grand opening in the Austin neighborhood.
House Speaker Johnson says Chicago mayor is 'on the wrong side of the law'
House Speaker Mike Johnson called out Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson for opposing federal immigration enforcement, saying he was "on the wrong side of the law."
House Speaker Mike Johnson called out Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson for opposing federal immigration enforcement, saying he was "on the wrong side of the law."
Paris on Politics: Mayor Johnson set to veto 'snap' curfew
A divided Chicago City Council voted to approve a controversial ordinance to allow for temporary curfews aimed at preventing so-called "teen takeovers," although Mayor Brandon Johnson said he will veto the measure.
A divided Chicago City Council voted to approve a controversial ordinance to allow for temporary curfews aimed at preventing so-called "teen takeovers," although Mayor Brandon Johnson said he will veto the measure.
Chicago mayor holds press conference, says he'll veto teen 'snap' curfew
A divided Chicago City Council voted to approve a controversial ordinance to allow for temporary curfews aimed at preventing so-called "teen takeovers," although Mayor Brandon Johnson said he will veto the measure.
A divided Chicago City Council voted to approve a controversial ordinance to allow for temporary curfews aimed at preventing so-called "teen takeovers," although Mayor Brandon Johnson said he will veto the measure.
Chicago City Council to again consider 'snap curfew,' amid continued disagreements
As city leaders debate approving a new policy to allow temporary police curfews in response to anticipated large teen gatherings, some young leaders want their voices heard on the issue. A group of them sent an open letter to the Chicago City Council urging aldermen to vote "no" on the proposal.
As city leaders debate approving a new policy to allow temporary police curfews in response to anticipated large teen gatherings, some young leaders want their voices heard on the issue. A group of them sent an open letter to the Chicago City Council urging aldermen to vote "no" on the proposal.
Paris on Politics: Outgoing Chicago Public Schools CEO says CTU 'bullied' him
Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez is leaving his post this week to take on the top education job in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. But it didn't stop him from taking some parting shots at the Chicago Teachers Union and Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez is leaving his post this week to take on the top education job in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. But it didn't stop him from taking some parting shots at the Chicago Teachers Union and Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson reacts to anti-ICE protests, arrests
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke to reporters the day after hundreds protested in the downtown area in response to federal immigration arrests.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke to reporters the day after hundreds protested in the downtown area in response to federal immigration arrests.
'Setting human traps': Chicago mayor speaks on ICE arrests
Members of the city council?s Latino caucus want an investigation into how Chicago police handled an ICE protest in the South Loop.
Members of the city council?s Latino caucus want an investigation into how Chicago police handled an ICE protest in the South Loop.
Midway begins $47M runway safety overhaul
A major upgrade at Midway is underway?just in time for summer travel.
A major upgrade at Midway is underway?just in time for summer travel.
Paris on Politics: ICE agents in Chicago, 1% grocery tax, and CTA funding concerns
On this episode of ?Paris on Politics,? we discuss the chaos that erupted in Chicago?s South Loop as ICE agents reportedly detained individuals, prompting local public officials to speak out against the actions. Then, will the city keep a 1% grocery tax? Opinions are divided on its impact. Additionally, the recently passed $55 billion state budget raises questions about what it means for Chicago transit and the state's public schools. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
On this episode of ?Paris on Politics,? we discuss the chaos that erupted in Chicago?s South Loop as ICE agents reportedly detained individuals, prompting local public officials to speak out against the actions. Then, will the city keep a 1% grocery tax? Opinions are divided on its impact. Additionally, the recently passed $55 billion state budget raises questions about what it means for Chicago transit and the state's public schools. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
How the Chicago grocery tax could impact you
State lawmakers voted to end Illinois' 1% grocery tax, but here in Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said he wants to extend the grocery tax into 2026, in attempt to help balance the budget.
State lawmakers voted to end Illinois' 1% grocery tax, but here in Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said he wants to extend the grocery tax into 2026, in attempt to help balance the budget.