Chicago alderman not running for re-election, GOP convention in Dallas | The Chicago Report
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Ald. Matt O'Shea has announced he is not running for re-election for his City Council seat. And, the GOP midterm convention is on night two in Dallas. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

GOP midterm convention begins in Dallas as Pritzker pushes back
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Gov. JB Pritzker joins Democrats in Dallas to counter the first-ever GOP midterm convention, headlined by President Donald Trump.

2026 Illinois Midterm Elections: Everything you should know

Labor Day weekend marked the unofficial kickoff of the 2026 Midterm General Election season in Illinois and around the country.

Trump says Chicago violence is ‘at record levels,’ calls for federal help
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President Donald Trump is again criticizing Chicago’s violence after a deadly weekend of shootings, prompting pushback from Gov. JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson as Trump prepares to visit the area later this month.

Jennifer Custer withdraws from ballot, Chicago librarian files cyclospora lawsuit | The Chicago Report
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Jennifer Custer has dropped out of the race for Chicago School Board President. And, a Chicago librarian has filed a lawsuit against Taylor Farms for falling ill with cyclospora after consuming a meal from Taco Bell. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

Mayor's executive order, mail-in ballot ruling | The Chicago Report
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has a new executive order that creates strict new accountability standards for city contractors. And, the latest on the Supreme Court's ruling on mail-in ballots. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

DCFS missed court dates, Pritzker touts school tax credits | The Chicago Report
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The Illinois Dept. of Children and Family Services is under fire after the agency reportedly missed multiple court dates and ignored a public records lawsuit. And, Gov. Pritzker held a campaign event today to remind Illinois families about tax credits available to offset the cost of school expenses. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

Pritzker signs legislation to provide flood relief to Illinois families

Gov. JB Pritzker signed legislation Friday aimed at providing financial relief to eligible Illinois homeowners who have faced costly flood damage.

New Illinois law cracks down on unfair insurance rate increases
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Illinois State Sen. Michael Hastings (19th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss a new law signed earlier this week that protects homeowners and drivers from unfair insurance rate hikes.

Pritzker signs bills targeting unfair home and auto insurance rates
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Gov. JB Pritzker signed two bills Tuesday aimed at protecting Illinois homeowners and drivers from unfair home and auto insurance rate hikes.

Pritzker highlights back-to-school tax holiday, other efforts to lower family costs
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Gov. JB Pritzker highlighted the state's efforts to lower costs for Illinois families, including the upcoming Back-to-School State Tax Holiday, which offers savings on eligible school supplies and clothing from Aug. 7–16.

Gov. Pritzker promotes Illinois' back-to-school tax holiday

Gov. JB Pritzker highlighted Illinois' Back-to-School State Tax Holiday, reminding families they can save on eligible school supplies and clothing from Aug. 7–16.

Rep. Benton report released, Pritzker talks state funding for CPS | The Chicago Report
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The legislative inspector general report on former Rep. Harry Benton has been released. And, Gov. Pritzker weighs in on the likelihood of state funding for Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

Pritzker signs bill recognizing gambling addiction as disorder under legal framework
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Governor JB Pritzker signed a bill that recognizes gambling addiction under the same legal framework as alcohol and drug use disorders in the state. That makes way for more programs and support resources to help people currently struggling turn their lives around.

Pritzker signs online safety bill for Illinois children

Gov. JB Pritzker signs legislation expanding online protections for children, including age verification and limits on certain social media features.

Gov. Pritzker signs bill banning cell phones in Illinois public schools
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Illinois students will soon have new limits on cell phone use at school after Gov. Pritzker signed a statewide ban into law Tuesday. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus breaks down what the change means.

Gov. Pritzker signs Illinois' bell-to-bell school cell phone policy into law
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Gov. JB Pritzker signed legislation Tuesday requiring Illinois schools to restrict students from using cellphones and other personal wireless devices during the school day.