Riverwalk vendor files civil rights lawsuit against city, Chicago mayor | The Chicago Report
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Beat Kitchen owner Robert Gomez is suing the city, alleging his Riverwalk license was not renewed due to racial discrimination, despite being the most qualified applicant under city rules.

Chicago business owner sues city and mayor, claims Riverwalk license revoked due to racial bias

Beat Kitchen owner Robert Gomez is suing the city, alleging his Riverwalk license was not renewed due to racial discrimination, despite being the most qualified applicant under city rules.

Chicago business owner sues city and mayor, claims Riverwalk license revoked due to racial bias
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Beat Kitchen owner Robert Gomez is suing the city, alleging his Riverwalk license was not renewed due to racial discrimination, despite being the most qualified applicant under city rules.

Trial begins for Wisconsin judge accused of obstructing immigration agents
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The trial is underway for a Wisconsin judge accused of obstructing immigration agents who were trying to arrest an undocumented immigrant. This case is a big political issue because the Trump administration is cracking down on immigration across the country.

Illinois invests $2M to strengthen fight against homelessness
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Governor JB Pritzker announced a $2 million Home Illinois investment to expand permanent housing support in Central Illinois, saying the state will keep pushing for long-term solutions to make homelessness a rare occurrence.

Chicago alders give city budget proposal update
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Chicago alders held a press conference on Monday afternoon, giving an update on their budget proposal.

Chicago mayor, council remain deadlocked on budget as shutdown threat looms
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The Chicago budget showdown is coming down to the wire. Mayor Brandon Johnson spent Monday afternoon meeting with City Council members who oppose his proposed corporate head tax.

Chicago mayor, council remain deadlocked on budget as shutdown threat looms

The Chicago budget showdown is coming down to the wire. Mayor Brandon Johnson spent Monday afternoon meeting with City Council members who oppose his proposed corporate head tax.

3 Americans killed in ISIS ambush in Syria as U.S. vows retaliation
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Two U.S. soldiers and an American interpreter were killed in an ISIS attack near Palmyra, Syria, prompting President Donald Trump and the Pentagon to promise swift retaliation as the investigation continues.

Possibility of Chicago government shutdown grows
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Back here in the city, Chicago is about two and a half weeks away from a budget deadline. If the mayor and city council do not reach a deal, the city could face a government shutdown. There are still a lot of questions about how that would affect city services. Bret Buganski breaks down where talks stand and what the next pressure point is.

Businesses brace as Chicago shutdown risks grow ahead of deadline

The deadline for approving the city budget is two and a half weeks away, and if Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council members fail to reach a deal, Chicago could face a government shutdown.

House Democrats release new Epstein photos
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Exactly one week before the deadline for the Justice Department to release all its files on Jeffrey Epstein, House Democrats unveil new photos from his estate.

Businesses brace as Chicago shutdown risks grow ahead of deadline
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We're just two-and-a-half weeks away from the budget deadline at city hall. If Mayor Brandon Johnson and council members can't reach a deal, the city could face a government shutdown. Bret Buganski is live outside city hall.

Indiana Senate rejects Trump's redistricting effort
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Indiana shot down President Donald Trump's redistricting plan. Now, the state might lose federal money.

Time names ‘Architects of AI’ its 2025 Person of the Year | ChicagoNOW
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Time recognizes the profound impact of artificial intelligence on society, highlighting tech leaders like Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Jensen Huang on its 2025 Person of the Year covers.

'Right to die' bill signed into law by Gov. Pritzker

Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday signed legislation allowing terminally ill adults to seek medical aid-in-dying medication, making Illinois the latest state to offer end-of-life options for patients expected to live six months or less.

New photos from Epstein's estate show Trump, Bill Clinton and more

House Democrats released new photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate and called the images "disturbing." They include President Trump, former President Bill Clinton and other high-profile men.

National Guard to stay in Chicago as legal fight over deployment continues

The Trump administration has extended the National Guard’s deployment in the Chicago area, despite a recent court ruling that the president does not have that authority.