Feds drop case against Chicago woman, CTA suspect faces terrorism charge | The Chicago Report
Coming up on "The Chicago Report:" A stunning reversal as Federal prosecutors on Thursday filed a motion to dismiss charges against Marimar Martinez, who was shot five times by a Border Patrol agent last month. Plus, the man accused of setting a woman on fire at a CTA stop faces federal terrorism charges, Congressman Darin LaHood weighs in on the Epstein files, and a Northwestern University study explores whether where you live influences your political views.
Does your zip code, personality affect your political preferences? | The Chicago Report
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Charges dropped against woman shot by Border Patrol | The Chicago Report
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CTA attack suspect faces terrorism charges, Pritzker meets the Pope & Epstein files bill heads to president | The Chicago Report
Coming up on "The Chicago Report:" A repeat offender accused of setting a woman on fire at a Loop CTA station now faces federal terrorism charges. Plus, Governor Pritzker and a White Sox executive meet with Pope Leo XIV in Rome, and the Epstein files bill lands on the president’s desk. We’ll also look at why childbirth complications remain higher among African American women — and what experts say can be done.
Rep. Chuy García fallout, House passes Epstein files vote & Evanston pastor speaks out | The Chicago Report
Coming up on "The Chicago Report:" The U.S. House takes a pair of high-profile votes, one to release the Epstein files after a reversal from President Trump, and another condemning Illinois Congressman Chuy García for how he stepped away from reelection. Plus, an Evanston pastor who says he was assaulted by federal immigration agents shares his story and explains why he believes faith leaders must speak out.
Pritzker meets with Pope Leo at the Vatican | The Chicago Report
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Federal court blocks Texas from using new congressional map
A federal court blocked Texas on Tuesday from using a recently passed congressional map.
Mayor’s head tax plan collapses, property tax hikes soar & deportation raids spark backlash | The Chicago Report
Coming up on "The Chicago Report:" the mayor’s controversial head tax proposal crashes and burns, with the City Council finance committee voting 25–10 against it — along with more than 20 other tax and fee hikes. We’ll also break down the property tax sticker shock hitting South and West Side homeowners, and hear why a group of retired journalists are speaking out against the deportation raids that have rocked Chicago since September.
Border Patrol chief speaks out, South Shore raid fallout & hemp ban shake-up | The Chicago Report
On this episode of The Chicago Report, Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino clarifies rumors about Operation Midway, saying the mission isn’t scaling back despite him going to West Virginia. We dig into a bombshell investigation revealing that a high-profile South Shore raid failed to net its intended targets, examine the federal hemp ban impacting Chicago’s cannabis industry, and look at when air travel may finally return to normal. Plus, Chicagoans who looked up got quite a show — we’ll tell you if the light display will continue.
Northern lights brighten the sky this week | The Chicago Report
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Shutdown vote, Little Village reacts to ICE exit, CPS spending under fire | The Chicago Report
Federal lawmakers are expected to vote on a deal to reopen the government after a prolonged shutdown. In Chicago, a judge is preparing to release hundreds detained by ICE, Little Village business owners react to the agency’s departure, and members of the business community are pushing back against Mayor Brandon Johnson’s $16.7 billion budget proposal that includes major tax hikes. Plus, a new inspector general report finds CPS spending on travel skyrocketed from $300,000 in 2021 to nearly $8 million. | From politics to pop culture, Paris Schutz and guests bring Chicago's top voices to you.
Chicago alderman confronts Gov. Pritzker over head tax; Gen. Stanley McChrystal on Veterans Day | The Chicago Report
Tensions rise on "The Chicago Report" as a Chicago alderman goes face-to-face with Governor J.B. Pritzker over the controversial employee head tax — hear exactly what he said. We also meet Republican Don Tracy, who’s running to replace Sen. Dick Durbin, and reflect on Veterans Day with retired Four-Star General Stanley McChrystal, sharing insights on leadership, service, and the role of U.S. forces at home.
Mayor Johnson’s savings plan questioned, Little Village chaos and shutdown showdown | The Chicago Report
On this episode of "The Chicago Report," host Paris Schutz dives into questions surrounding Mayor Brandon Johnson’s savings plan. The mayor spent $3.2 million on an outside firm to identify potential cuts and efficiencies, but only $80 million of those recommendations made it into his new budget — and aldermen want answers. The show also covers the end of the government shutdown showdown, continued chaos in Little Village after raids and arrests tied to Border Patrol and why Fulton Market, once booming with construction, is now seeing fewer buildings go up.
Could the U.S. government shutdown finally be coming to an end?
Fox News Sunday host Shannon Bream breaks down some of the top political stories dominating headlines this week.
Two dozen bills passes during fall veto session | The Chicago Report
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Daycare employee detained by immigration agents | The Chicago Report
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Chuy Garcia's last-minute exit from 2026 election prompts calls for reform
After U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia withdrew at the last minute from reelection in the 2026 race before other potential candidates could file to run has drawn criticism and calls for reform.
Trump blames shutdown for overwhelming Democratic election win
Voters across the country backed Democrats last night, which Trump blamed Wednesday morning on the government shutdown and the fact that he wasn’t on the ballot.
Illinois 2026 elections: Everything you need to know
Next year, Illinoisans will go to the polls to vote on several key federal, state, and local elected positions in the 2026 midterm elections.
Political analyst breaks down Democratic wins in key off-year elections
North Central College professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo discusses Democrats’ strong election night victories, what they signal about voter sentiment, and how both parties may adjust heading into the midterms.