Michael Madigan trial: Potential jurors questioned about possible biases

Many in the jury pool are already familiar with Michael Madigan’s name, which has prompted careful questioning about any potential bias.

Tiffany Henyard sues Dolton village trustees, park district over controversial board meeting

Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard is suing several village trustees, the Dolton Park District, the elected clerk and the village administrator following a controversial meeting held on Monday.

CPS CEO Martinez claims Mayor Johnson rejected funding request amid budget dispute

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Pedro Martinez claims he asked Mayor Brandon Johnson for money to fund a CPS pension payment and raises for teachers, but the mayor declined.

CPS CEO Pedro Martinez speaks as tensions tighten with mayor
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Political reporter Paris Schutz had an exclusive one-on-one interview with CPS CEO Pedro Martinez and got his take on the school board drama.

Michael Madigan trial: Prospective jurors questioned on political opinions

Jury selection is underway for the corruption trial of Michael Madigan, with prospective jurors being questioned about their history in Chicago, associations and political opinions.

Trump sent Covid tests to Putin for personal use in early 2020, book says

In early 2020, then-President Donald Trump reportedly sent coveted COVID-19 tests to Russian President Vladimir Putin for his personal use.

Here's what's next for CPS after mayor appoints new board
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Mayor Brandon Johnson appointed six interim CPS School Board members Monday following a mass resignation last week. Fox 32's Paris Schutz breaks down Johnson's contentious new conference and what's next for CPS.

Chicago aldermen, community leaders offer $2.5M to reactivate ShotSpotter

A group of Chicago aldermen and community leaders offered to contribute $2.5 million to help cover some of the cost of the gunshot detection technology until the city can implement a permanent solution.

What to expect from Mike Madigan's trial
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The man who was once the most powerful politician in Illinois for decades is set to go on trial. Jury selection is expected this week in the trial of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan.