Alderman pushing to penalize parents in teen takeovers | The Chicago Report
We're bringing in local activist Ja'Mal Green, to react to the Brandon Johnson's narrative about Memorial Day weekend. Mainstream news outlets reported zero homicides by gunfire over the holiday, but you publicly claim there were actually two
We're bringing in local activist Ja'Mal Green, to react to the Brandon Johnson's narrative about Memorial Day weekend. Mainstream news outlets reported zero homicides by gunfire over the holiday, but you publicly claim there were actually two
Waukegan alderperson charged after allegedly casting ballot in dead mother’s name
A Waukegan alderperson is facing criminal charges after authorities say she cast a mail-in ballot in her deceased mother's name.
A Waukegan alderperson is facing criminal charges after authorities say she cast a mail-in ballot in her deceased mother's name.
Bears stadium tax analysis, microplastics in our water | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing has the biggest stories of the day in this edition of The Chicago Report.
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing has the biggest stories of the day in this edition of The Chicago Report.
Trump weighs in on violent Chicago Memorial Day weekend | The Chicago Report
President Trump criticized Chicago leaders after a violent Memorial Day weekend, which featured a mass shooting and multiple teen takeovers.
President Trump criticized Chicago leaders after a violent Memorial Day weekend, which featured a mass shooting and multiple teen takeovers.
New report on microplastics in Illinois waterways | The Chicago Report
Microplastics are showing up in many of Illinois' waterways, according to a new report. We talk to a UIC professor on the topic.
Microplastics are showing up in many of Illinois' waterways, according to a new report. We talk to a UIC professor on the topic.
Impact of megaprojects bill on a new Bears stadium, taxes | The Chicago Report
The Cook County Treasurer's Office released a new analysis of the tax implications of the so-called "megaprojects" bill on a new Bears stadium and local taxpayers.
The Cook County Treasurer's Office released a new analysis of the tax implications of the so-called "megaprojects" bill on a new Bears stadium and local taxpayers.
Trump, GOP congressional map plans dealt big blows in Alabama and South Carolina
Republicans suffered setbacks in their efforts to redraw congressional maps in two southern states where they hoped to pick up additional seats this fall.
Republicans suffered setbacks in their efforts to redraw congressional maps in two southern states where they hoped to pick up additional seats this fall.
What's inside the Iran peace deal Trump could sign onto? | The Chicago Report
We hear from a local professor and expert on the latest developments on a potential peace deal in the war in Iran.
We hear from a local professor and expert on the latest developments on a potential peace deal in the war in Iran.
Chicago alders talk Memorial Day violence | The Chicago Report
Chicago Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th Ward) came on the show to discuss his and other alders' proposal to hold parents accountable in the event their children commit a crime in the wake of a violent Memorial Day weekend.
Chicago Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th Ward) came on the show to discuss his and other alders' proposal to hold parents accountable in the event their children commit a crime in the wake of a violent Memorial Day weekend.
Illinois joins states suing Trump over grad loan caps | The Chicago Report
Illinois is joining a 25-state lawsuit to block new Trump administration caps on federal student loans. Attorney General Kwame Raoul argues reducing the annual limit to just $20,000 will cripple the pipeline for doctors, nurses and social workers. We talked to credit specialist Paul Oster, the CEO of Better Qualified. He breaks down the changes, and brings tips for borrowers.
Illinois is joining a 25-state lawsuit to block new Trump administration caps on federal student loans. Attorney General Kwame Raoul argues reducing the annual limit to just $20,000 will cripple the pipeline for doctors, nurses and social workers. We talked to credit specialist Paul Oster, the CEO of Better Qualified. He breaks down the changes, and brings tips for borrowers.
Chicago Teachers Union to vote on $800 dues hike | The Chicago Report
The Chicago Teacher union is preparing to raise dues by $800 annually for members. That's if, they vote to approve the dues hike. The Group Illinois Policy says it could also prevent members from suing the union. Mailee Smith with the Group Illinois Policy is giving us the background here.
The Chicago Teacher union is preparing to raise dues by $800 annually for members. That's if, they vote to approve the dues hike. The Group Illinois Policy says it could also prevent members from suing the union. Mailee Smith with the Group Illinois Policy is giving us the background here.
Legal ramifications of data centers | The Chicago Report
Brad Tietz, with the Data Center Coalition, Brad Klein, with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and Jen Walling, the CEO of the Environmental Council, joins Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski to discuss the pressures around data centers in the Chicago area.
Brad Tietz, with the Data Center Coalition, Brad Klein, with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and Jen Walling, the CEO of the Environmental Council, joins Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski to discuss the pressures around data centers in the Chicago area.
Trump celebrates major primary wins after ousting Thomas Massie
President Trump-backed candidates scored key victories on election night, including the defeat of Thomas Massie, setting the stage for high-stakes midterm battles ahead.
President Trump-backed candidates scored key victories on election night, including the defeat of Thomas Massie, setting the stage for high-stakes midterm battles ahead.
Bears stadium latest, Journalists sue AI companies, Registering Black voters | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing covers the biggest stories of the day including the latest developments on a proposed new Bears stadium, a lawsuit by journalists against AI companies, and efforts to register young Black voters in Chicago.
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing covers the biggest stories of the day including the latest developments on a proposed new Bears stadium, a lawsuit by journalists against AI companies, and efforts to register young Black voters in Chicago.
Rainbow PUSH reacts to voting rights decision | The Chicago Report
Rainbow PUSH is calling to expand Black voter registration following the ruling on voting rights. This weekend, the group held a forum to discuss ways to respond. Reverend Janette Wilson, with Rainbow PUSH, joins us.
Rainbow PUSH is calling to expand Black voter registration following the ruling on voting rights. This weekend, the group held a forum to discuss ways to respond. Reverend Janette Wilson, with Rainbow PUSH, joins us.
Chicago's North Side housing market is on fire | The Chicago Report
We all know Chicago's housing market is on fire, but much of the buzz is on the city's North Side, where there is a lot of competition and bidding wars.
We all know Chicago's housing market is on fire, but much of the buzz is on the city's North Side, where there is a lot of competition and bidding wars.
AI companies used journalists' voices to train programs, lawsuit claims | The Chicago Report
Illinois journalists say tech companies are stealing their voices to train their AI programs in a new lawsuit.
Illinois journalists say tech companies are stealing their voices to train their AI programs in a new lawsuit.
Trump backs Darren Bailey for Illinois governor | The Chicago Report
President Trump made his support for GOP gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey very clear on Tuesday and threw another jab at incumbent Gov. JB Pritzker.
President Trump made his support for GOP gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey very clear on Tuesday and threw another jab at incumbent Gov. JB Pritzker.
Trump-backed challenger tests Thomas Massie's support in high-stakes Kentucky primary
Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie is facing a Trump-endorsed challenger in one of the nation’s most expensive House primaries, with the race seen as a test of President Trump’s influence within the Republican Party.
Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie is facing a Trump-endorsed challenger in one of the nation’s most expensive House primaries, with the race seen as a test of President Trump’s influence within the Republican Party.
Bears stadium fight, HIV funding and alder sues the feds | The Chicago Report
Tia Ewing takes you through the biggest political and local stories of the day on this edition of the Chicago Report.
Tia Ewing takes you through the biggest political and local stories of the day on this edition of the Chicago Report.