Pope Leo XIV names fellow Chicagoan as new archbishop of New York
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday made his most important U.S. appointment to date, naming a fellow Chicagoan as the next archbishop of New York to lead one of the biggest U.S. archdioceses.
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday made his most important U.S. appointment to date, naming a fellow Chicagoan as the next archbishop of New York to lead one of the biggest U.S. archdioceses.
Chicago bag tax could jump again under alternative city budget plan
A higher bag tax is on the table. The fee started at 7 cents and increased to 10 cents this year. Next year, it could rise to 15 cents.
A higher bag tax is on the table. The fee started at 7 cents and increased to 10 cents this year. Next year, it could rise to 15 cents.
Debate intensifies as budget committee weighs alternative spending plan
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
Chicago City Council considers alternative budget proposal
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
Trump has partisan plaques added under photos in Presidential Walk of Fame
The additions include references to “Sleepy Joe” Biden and paint Republican icon Ronald Reagan as a fan of a young Trump.
The additions include references to “Sleepy Joe” Biden and paint Republican icon Ronald Reagan as a fan of a young Trump.
Deadline rapidy approaching to finalize 2026 Chicago budget
FOX 32's Paris Schutz breaks down the latest news coming out of City Hall regarding the 2026 city budget.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz breaks down the latest news coming out of City Hall regarding the 2026 city budget.
Trump promises economic boom, touts immigration policies during prime-time address
President Donald Trump touted his administration's immigration policies and blamed his predecessors for making life "unaffordable," to commence his address.
President Donald Trump touted his administration's immigration policies and blamed his predecessors for making life "unaffordable," to commence his address.
Trump to address nation, preview his agenda for the year ahead
The White House is keeping details close, but President Trump is expected to reflect on his first year in office and outline plans on the economy, healthcare, and foreign policy.
The White House is keeping details close, but President Trump is expected to reflect on his first year in office and outline plans on the economy, healthcare, and foreign policy.
Gov. Pritzker passes mass transit bill | The Chicago Report
Illinois just approved a $1.5B annual plan to rescue and rebuild Chicago-area transit.
Illinois just approved a $1.5B annual plan to rescue and rebuild Chicago-area transit.
Alternative Chicago budget proposal advances
Another day closer to a city government shutdown and still no budget in sight. City Council members are wheeling and dealing once again today, but will it finally yield an agreement?
Another day closer to a city government shutdown and still no budget in sight. City Council members are wheeling and dealing once again today, but will it finally yield an agreement?
Pritzker signs sweeping transit funding bill replacing RTA with Northern Illinois Transit Authority
State leaders celebrate a $1.5 billion “transformation” bill aimed at preventing fare hikes and service cuts while modernizing transit through new oversight, redirected revenues, and increased regional tolls.
State leaders celebrate a $1.5 billion “transformation” bill aimed at preventing fare hikes and service cuts while modernizing transit through new oversight, redirected revenues, and increased regional tolls.
Chicago govt shutdown threat grows as mayor, city council clash over budget
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and alders were meeting at City Hall on Tuesday as tensions rise over budget proposals.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and alders were meeting at City Hall on Tuesday as tensions rise over budget proposals.
Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino back in Chicago as immigration enforcement continues
Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino is back in Chicago, and he didn't return alone. His team was spotted detaining a man on Tuesday morning.
Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino is back in Chicago, and he didn't return alone. His team was spotted detaining a man on Tuesday morning.
Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, accusing it of defamation for editing his Jan. 6 speech
The lawsuit alleges that the news organization combined parts of President Donald Trump’s speech on Jan. 6, 2021, claiming that his words were “misrepresented."
The lawsuit alleges that the news organization combined parts of President Donald Trump’s speech on Jan. 6, 2021, claiming that his words were “misrepresented."
Riverwalk vendor files civil rights lawsuit against city, Chicago mayor | The Chicago Report
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
Chicago alders held a press conference on Monday afternoon, giving an update on their budget proposal.
Chicago alders held a press conference on Monday afternoon, giving an update on their budget proposal.