DOJ launches civil rights probe into Chicago's employment practices
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The Department of Justice has opened a civil rights investigation into the City of Chicago?s employment practices, following remarks Mayor Brandon Johnson made during a recent fireside chat at a Woodlawn church.

Johnson on Chicago?s challenges, gambling debate in Springfield | Paris on Politics
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On this episode of "Paris on Politics," Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson reflects on his administration?s midpoint, a state lawmaker makes the case for legalizing online gambling, and Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson shares how she found purpose through political threats and turmoil.

Two years in, Chicago mayor faces key decision on new CPS head
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Mayor Brandon Johnson is now officially halfway through his tenure at City Hall and he has some big decisions ahead of him. That includes nominating a new head of the Chicago Public Schools to take over for Pedro Martinez.

Johnson praises court order blocking Trump's federal job cuts
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A judge on Friday halted the Trump administration?s plan to cut federal jobs ? Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson calls it a win for workers.

Chicago mayor praises court order blocking Trump's federal job cuts

A judge on Friday halted the Trump administration’s plan to cut federal jobs — Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson calls it a win for workers.

Sources: Chicago Board of Education president preparing vote on interim CPS CEO
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Multiple sources tell Fox 32 Chicago that Board of Education President Sean Harden has been lobbying fellow board members to vote in favor of Mayor Brandon Johnson?s Chief of Staff, Cristina Pacione-Zayas, as interim Superintendent of Chicago Public Schools.

Sources: Chicago Board of Education president preparing vote on interim CPS CEO

Multiple sources tell Fox 32 Chicago that Board of Education President Sean Harden has been lobbying fellow board members to vote in favor of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Chief of Staff, Cristina Pacione-Zayas, as interim Superintendent of Chicago Public Schools.

Paris on Politics: Chicago sees fewer murder. Should Mayor Brandon Johnson get credit?
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On this episode of "Paris on Politics," we debate who should get credit for the city of Chicago recording record-low murder numbers. Then, student loan collections resume for millions. What does that mean for delinquent borrowers? Plus, a study reveals a broken property tax appeals system. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

Chicago joins lawsuit against Trump administration over firing of federal workers

The City of Chicago joined a lawsuit by local governments, unions, and nonprofits against the Trump administration for what they allege was the illegal firing of federal workers.

Chicago mayor speaks on fire department captain killed in West Side blaze
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A Chicago fire captain died Wednesday morning while battling a blaze inside a garage in the city?s Austin neighborhood, and a person of interest is in custody in connection with the fire.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson aims to tackle city's $1.1B budget deficit
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Mayor Brandon Johnson is getting an early start on the 2026 budget process by creating a group to tackle the city's projected $1.1 billion deficit.