Chicago's curfew, breaking down ICE shooting | The Chicago Report
Tragedy in the twin cities - Minneapolis rocked once again after a federal immigration agent shoots and kills a protester in her car. Chicago's so called snap curfew ordinance has new life. Congress digs for answers on President Trump's actions in Venezuela - including his pledge to put proceeds from Venezuelan oil in offshore accounts. And the president threatens to withhold 1 billion in funding for social service providers in Illinois - what will the fallout be?
Tragedy in the twin cities - Minneapolis rocked once again after a federal immigration agent shoots and kills a protester in her car. Chicago's so called snap curfew ordinance has new life. Congress digs for answers on President Trump's actions in Venezuela - including his pledge to put proceeds from Venezuelan oil in offshore accounts. And the president threatens to withhold 1 billion in funding for social service providers in Illinois - what will the fallout be?
Conflicting narratives in fatal ICE shooting
Joining us now to dig in is former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot who is also a former federal prosecutor and head of the agency now known as COPA that investigates police involved shootings.
Joining us now to dig in is former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot who is also a former federal prosecutor and head of the agency now known as COPA that investigates police involved shootings.
Trump to withhold $1B for IL social services | The Chicago Report
The Trump administration has announced a freeze of a billion dollars for childcare programs in Illinois - amid the ongoing social service fraud investigations in Minnesota.
The Trump administration has announced a freeze of a billion dollars for childcare programs in Illinois - amid the ongoing social service fraud investigations in Minnesota.
Rep. Schakowsky endorses Daniel Biss in primary for her House seat
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss earned a big endorsement in his bid for Congress representing the north suburbs.
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss earned a big endorsement in his bid for Congress representing the north suburbs.
When does early voting start for Illinois’ 2026 primary election?
Early voting for the 2026 Illinois primary election will begin soon across the Chicago area.
Early voting for the 2026 Illinois primary election will begin soon across the Chicago area.
More reaction on Trump admin's plans for Venezuela | The Chicago Report
Paris talks to a Chicago-area congressman about what he's hearing from the Trump administration on its actions in Venezuela. Then, an expert reacts to Trump's threats against other countries. Should they be worried?
Paris talks to a Chicago-area congressman about what he's hearing from the Trump administration on its actions in Venezuela. Then, an expert reacts to Trump's threats against other countries. Should they be worried?
Chicago-area congressman reacts to Trump's action in Venezuela | The Chicago Report
A formidable new name enters the race to be the next mayor of Chicago. Then, Paris talks to U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider, and he weighs in on the latest news coming out of the U.S. action in Venezuela.
A formidable new name enters the race to be the next mayor of Chicago. Then, Paris talks to U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider, and he weighs in on the latest news coming out of the U.S. action in Venezuela.
Will Trump's foreign agenda stop with Venezuela? | The Chicago Report
Paris speaks with North Central College Professor William Muck about President Trump's threats against other countries in the wake of action against Venezuela.
Paris speaks with North Central College Professor William Muck about President Trump's threats against other countries in the wake of action against Venezuela.
Rep. Mike Quigley says he'll run for mayor of Chicago in 2027
Quigley is still running for his U.S. House seat representing Chicago's North Side in this year's midterm election.
Quigley is still running for his U.S. House seat representing Chicago's North Side in this year's midterm election.
Experts debate US strikes Venezuela, capture of Maduro | The Chicago Report
Paris is joined by three experts who react to the sacking of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. What does the future hold? Hear their takes.
Paris is joined by three experts who react to the sacking of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. What does the future hold? Hear their takes.
Experts break down US action in Venezuela | The Chicago Report
Paris brings on three experts to break down the U.S. action to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro over the weekend on drug trafficking charges.
Paris brings on three experts to break down the U.S. action to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro over the weekend on drug trafficking charges.
Experts debate future of Venezuela after Maduro's capture | The Chicago Report
The expert panel continues the discussion about the ramifications of the U.S.action in Venezuela over the weekend.
The expert panel continues the discussion about the ramifications of the U.S.action in Venezuela over the weekend.
Tim Walz ends reelection campaign for governor of Minnesota
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will not seek reelection for a third term as governor, saying he can't give a political campaign his all after what he described as an "extraordinarily difficult year for our state."
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will not seek reelection for a third term as governor, saying he can't give a political campaign his all after what he described as an "extraordinarily difficult year for our state."
Exclusive interview with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson sat down exclusively with host Paris Schutz to talk about Operation Midway Blitz, his push for state lawmakers to tax the wealthy and if he'll run for reelection in 2027.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson sat down exclusively with host Paris Schutz to talk about Operation Midway Blitz, his push for state lawmakers to tax the wealthy and if he'll run for reelection in 2027.
How can CPS raise property taxes? Paris explains | The Chicago Report
Parish Schutz explains how it is that CPS can raise property taxes, even though the Chicago City Council voted not to raise the city's portion of property taxes.
Parish Schutz explains how it is that CPS can raise property taxes, even though the Chicago City Council voted not to raise the city's portion of property taxes.
Exclusive: Mayor Brandon Johnson 1-on-1 | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson talks crime, taxing the rich and his plans for reelection.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson talks crime, taxing the rich and his plans for reelection.
Bill Kurtis on his career, CPS board votes to raise taxes | The Chicago Report
Paris digs into a secretive meeting by the Chicago Board of Education to pass a $25 million property tax increase, and legendary broadcast journalist Bill Kurtis talks about his new book.
Paris digs into a secretive meeting by the Chicago Board of Education to pass a $25 million property tax increase, and legendary broadcast journalist Bill Kurtis talks about his new book.
Bill Kurtis writes book about his legendary career | The Chicago Report
Legendary broadcast journalist Bill Kurtis tells stories from his long career in a new book.
Legendary broadcast journalist Bill Kurtis tells stories from his long career in a new book.
Bill Kurtis on his legendary broadcast career | The Chicago Report
Broadcast legend Bill Curtis joins Paris to talk about his career.
Broadcast legend Bill Curtis joins Paris to talk about his career.
The Chicago Report: Top 10 political stories of the year (part 2)
In part two of this special edition of "The Chicago Report," we continue the countdown of the top political stories of the year, covering stories five through one. This episode examines last-minute efforts in the Illinois General Assembly to avoid a transit fiscal cliff, Governor J.B. Pritzker’s tense trip to Washington, and the public split between Chicago Public Schools and CEO Pedro Martinez amid ongoing financial challenges. The countdown also includes the election of Pope Leo, who hails from Chicago’s south suburbs, and the presence of ICE and Border Patrol operations in Chicago, one of the most closely watched political developments of the year.
In part two of this special edition of "The Chicago Report," we continue the countdown of the top political stories of the year, covering stories five through one. This episode examines last-minute efforts in the Illinois General Assembly to avoid a transit fiscal cliff, Governor J.B. Pritzker’s tense trip to Washington, and the public split between Chicago Public Schools and CEO Pedro Martinez amid ongoing financial challenges. The countdown also includes the election of Pope Leo, who hails from Chicago’s south suburbs, and the presence of ICE and Border Patrol operations in Chicago, one of the most closely watched political developments of the year.