Will Illinois pass a millionaire's tax and rein in data centers | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago Political Editor Paris Schutz tackles the biggest news items of the day. Tonight, he covers judicial elections, a push for a millionaire's tax, and an effort to rein in data centers.
Fox Chicago Political Editor Paris Schutz tackles the biggest news items of the day. Tonight, he covers judicial elections, a push for a millionaire's tax, and an effort to rein in data centers.
Environmental groups push to reign in data centers | The Chicago Report
As more data centers pop up around the Chicago area, state lawmakers and environmental groups are proposing legislation to rein in the booming industry.
As more data centers pop up around the Chicago area, state lawmakers and environmental groups are proposing legislation to rein in the booming industry.
Push for millionaire's tax in Illinois for property tax relief | The Chicago Report
Former Gov. Pat Quinn is pushing for the approval of a new tax on millionaires in Illinois by voters in the 2026 election. He argues it would help lower property taxes on middle-class Illinoisans.
Former Gov. Pat Quinn is pushing for the approval of a new tax on millionaires in Illinois by voters in the 2026 election. He argues it would help lower property taxes on middle-class Illinoisans.
Cook County Assessor primary debate: Submit your questions for candidates
Incumbent Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi is facing a challenge in this spring's primary election from Pat Hynes.
Incumbent Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi is facing a challenge in this spring's primary election from Pat Hynes.
Cook County Board president debate: Send your questions for candidates
Longtime Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle is facing a Democratic primary challenge for her seat from Chicago Ald.
Longtime Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle is facing a Democratic primary challenge for her seat from Chicago Ald.
Illinois 9th Dist. Democratic primary debate: Submit your questions for candidates
Several candidates are running in the Democratic primary in the 9th District in Chicago's northern suburbs.
Several candidates are running in the Democratic primary in the 9th District in Chicago's northern suburbs.
Early voting begins this week in Cook County as key races take center stage
FOX Chicago’s Paris Schutz joins us to break down the major races to watch as early voting gets underway across Cook County this week.
FOX Chicago’s Paris Schutz joins us to break down the major races to watch as early voting gets underway across Cook County this week.
Chicago early voting begins this week ahead of March 17 primary
Chicago Board of Elections spokesperson Max Bever breaks down what voters need to bring, why early voting matters, where the new downtown super site is, and how to register or return mail-in ballots on time.
Chicago Board of Elections spokesperson Max Bever breaks down what voters need to bring, why early voting matters, where the new downtown super site is, and how to register or return mail-in ballots on time.
Bears stadium wars, the Epstein files, and the crypto bubble | The Chicago Report
Down to the final quarter - Illinois lawmakers make moves in the battle to keep the Bears from leaving for Indiana. Fallout from President Trump's racist Friday post - we visit with Illinois Congressman Jonathan Jackson who prayed with the president just hours before. The crypto crisis - are Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies biting the dust?
Down to the final quarter - Illinois lawmakers make moves in the battle to keep the Bears from leaving for Indiana. Fallout from President Trump's racist Friday post - we visit with Illinois Congressman Jonathan Jackson who prayed with the president just hours before. The crypto crisis - are Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies biting the dust?
Is the crypto bubble popping? Experts explain | The Chicago Report
Is the crypto bubble showing signs of popping? Experts joined Paris to talk about the state of crypto.
Is the crypto bubble showing signs of popping? Experts joined Paris to talk about the state of crypto.
Chicago Congressman talks exchange with Trump, Epstein files | The Chicago Report
U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-Chicago) joined Paris to discuss his public plea with President Donald Trump and what he's learning about the latest Epstein files disclosures.
U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-Chicago) joined Paris to discuss his public plea with President Donald Trump and what he's learning about the latest Epstein files disclosures.
Unredacted Epstein files seen by members of Congress | The Chicago Report
A handful of members of Congress got a glimpse of the unredacted versions of the Epstein files, and Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich said President Trump should apologize for his "racist" video shared on social media depicting the Obamas as apes.
A handful of members of Congress got a glimpse of the unredacted versions of the Epstein files, and Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich said President Trump should apologize for his "racist" video shared on social media depicting the Obamas as apes.
Are the Bears close to a new stadium deal in Illinois? | The Chicago Report
The Chicago Bears and state lawmakers in Illinois are closer to a deal for a new stadium, sources told Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz.
The Chicago Bears and state lawmakers in Illinois are closer to a deal for a new stadium, sources told Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz.
Illinois' US Senate candidates on immigration, affordability, other election hot topics
Read what candidates in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate think about the top issues of the day.
Read what candidates in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate think about the top issues of the day.
Cook County Board president candidates weigh in on property taxes, safety ahead of election
Read what candidates in the race for Cook County Board president have to say on the big issues.
Read what candidates in the race for Cook County Board president have to say on the big issues.
Who is running for Cook County Board president in the 2026 election?
A longtime incumbent Cook County Board president is facing a serious primary challenge. Here's what to know.
A longtime incumbent Cook County Board president is facing a serious primary challenge. Here's what to know.
Jesse Jackson Jr. pitches redemption in bid for old House seat years after campaign fraud conviction
Jesse Jackson Jr. has launched a spirited primary bid for his old U.S. House seat after serving prison time for campaign fraud.
Jesse Jackson Jr. has launched a spirited primary bid for his old U.S. House seat after serving prison time for campaign fraud.
President Trump's proposal to nationalize elections faces major constitutional hurdles
David Froomkin from the University of Houston Law Center breaks down what nationalizing elections would mean, whether a president has the power to do it, and the legal realities behind voter fraud and voter ID laws.
David Froomkin from the University of Houston Law Center breaks down what nationalizing elections would mean, whether a president has the power to do it, and the legal realities behind voter fraud and voter ID laws.
Illinois Senate primary debate: Submit your questions for the candidates
There is a competitive race in the Democratic primary this year to see who will become the next U.S. senator from Illinois.
There is a competitive race in the Democratic primary this year to see who will become the next U.S. senator from Illinois.
Illinois early voting gets underway for 2026 primary races
Early voting in Illinois' 2026 primary election is underway this month with races for federal, state and local positions on the ballot.
Early voting in Illinois' 2026 primary election is underway this month with races for federal, state and local positions on the ballot.