"Torture" lawsuit against Illinois prisons over solitary confinement | The Chicago Report
A new federal lawsuit accuses the Illinois Department of Corrections of "torturous" practices at the maximum-security Menard Correctional Center. The suit, filed by the MacArthur Justice Center and Akin, alleges that three incarcerated men were locked in cramped solitary cells for months without being allowed outside to exercise. Anita Blanton talks to Alexa Van Brunt of the MJC to break down the allegations of eighth amendment violations.
A new federal lawsuit accuses the Illinois Department of Corrections of "torturous" practices at the maximum-security Menard Correctional Center. The suit, filed by the MacArthur Justice Center and Akin, alleges that three incarcerated men were locked in cramped solitary cells for months without being allowed outside to exercise. Anita Blanton talks to Alexa Van Brunt of the MJC to break down the allegations of eighth amendment violations.
Why Chicago school board candidates are being kicked off the ballot | The Chicago Report
Anita Blanton speaks with Chicago school board candidates Dr. Angel Velez and Tameka Walton about their recent ballot challenges. Board Vice President Velez details his fight to appeal his official removal from the ballot, while Walton breaks down her newly launched write-in campaigns. Both warn that signature objections will leave parents with less choices this November.
Anita Blanton speaks with Chicago school board candidates Dr. Angel Velez and Tameka Walton about their recent ballot challenges. Board Vice President Velez details his fight to appeal his official removal from the ballot, while Walton breaks down her newly launched write-in campaigns. Both warn that signature objections will leave parents with less choices this November.
Why Chicago Is overhauling the RTLO to protect tenants | The Chicago Report
Chicago Department of Housing Commissioner Lissette Castañeda breaks down the Protecting Renters Ordinance, overhauling the city's 40-year-old RLTO.
Chicago Department of Housing Commissioner Lissette Castañeda breaks down the Protecting Renters Ordinance, overhauling the city's 40-year-old RLTO.
Why Chicago community groups have concerns about 'The 78' | The Chicago Report
The CBA for 78 coalition is raising major concerns over how "The 78" mega-development will impact local housing, traffic safety, and community transparency. To ensure the neighborhood isn't left behind, they are calling for TIF funds to be used transparently to benefit all members of the public. Angela Lin with People Matter explains.
The CBA for 78 coalition is raising major concerns over how "The 78" mega-development will impact local housing, traffic safety, and community transparency. To ensure the neighborhood isn't left behind, they are calling for TIF funds to be used transparently to benefit all members of the public. Angela Lin with People Matter explains.
Is Chicago Public Schools' 'Black Student Success Plan' still happening? | The Chicago Report
Anita Blanton talks to Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova about her article: "Delays in ramping up work on Chicago’s Black Student Success Plan frustrate some advocates." Koumpilova has an update after the U.S. Department of Education’s move to withhold grant dollars over the plan.
Anita Blanton talks to Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova about her article: "Delays in ramping up work on Chicago’s Black Student Success Plan frustrate some advocates." Koumpilova has an update after the U.S. Department of Education’s move to withhold grant dollars over the plan.
IL House committee to investigate Rep. Carol Ammons following indictment | The Chicago Report
Anita Blanton discusses the Illinois House special committee investigating Rep. Carol Ammons following an indictment on charges of wire fraud. Rep. Tom Weber explains why he signed the petition to create the committee.
Anita Blanton discusses the Illinois House special committee investigating Rep. Carol Ammons following an indictment on charges of wire fraud. Rep. Tom Weber explains why he signed the petition to create the committee.
Council committee blocks Mayor Johnson's CHA board picks | The Chicago Report
The battle over leadership at the Chicago Housing Authority isn’t going away. Today, Mayor Johnson faced more pushback from the City Council housing committee regarding his CHA board commissioner appointees: John Bartlett, Hipolito Roldan and Ramona Westbrook.
The battle over leadership at the Chicago Housing Authority isn’t going away. Today, Mayor Johnson faced more pushback from the City Council housing committee regarding his CHA board commissioner appointees: John Bartlett, Hipolito Roldan and Ramona Westbrook.
Trump administration puts pressure on states to revise election practices
The Trump administration is pushing states to alter their election practices using a mix of legal and financial penalties, including state officials facing potential criminal prosecution and local governments losing antiterrorism grants for not following election rules.
The Trump administration is pushing states to alter their election practices using a mix of legal and financial penalties, including state officials facing potential criminal prosecution and local governments losing antiterrorism grants for not following election rules.
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley lays out priorities in run for Chicago mayor
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley is running for Chicago mayor after 17 years serving in D.C. Hear from himself why he's deciding to make the switch.
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley is running for Chicago mayor after 17 years serving in D.C. Hear from himself why he's deciding to make the switch.
Alderman Marty Quinn will not be seeking reelection | ChicagoLIVE
13th Ward Alderman Marty Quinn details what led to his decision to retire from City Council and looks back on his time in office.
13th Ward Alderman Marty Quinn details what led to his decision to retire from City Council and looks back on his time in office.
Supreme Court rules states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejects Trump-led challenge
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejecting a Trump-led challenge.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejecting a Trump-led challenge.
Postal Service won't send mail ballots to states that don't release voter lists: report
The U.S. postmaster general said mail-in ballots may not be delivered to states that refuse to release detailed voters lists to the Trump administration.
The U.S. postmaster general said mail-in ballots may not be delivered to states that refuse to release detailed voters lists to the Trump administration.
Mike Quigley announces Chicago mayor candidacy
There's a new name in the race for Chicago mayor, and it's a familiar one. Democratic Congressman Mike Quigley announced today that he plans to run for the fifth floor city hall office currently occupied by Brandon Johnson.
There's a new name in the race for Chicago mayor, and it's a familiar one. Democratic Congressman Mike Quigley announced today that he plans to run for the fifth floor city hall office currently occupied by Brandon Johnson.
4th District Ballot battle continues | The Chicago Report
There's a lot of drama in the race for the 4th District. Patty Garcia talks about challenging Macias signatures.
There's a lot of drama in the race for the 4th District. Patty Garcia talks about challenging Macias signatures.
4th District Ballot Battle: Patty Garcia challenges Macias signatures
There's a lot of drama in the race for the 4th District. Patty Garcia talks about challenging Macias signatures.
There's a lot of drama in the race for the 4th District. Patty Garcia talks about challenging Macias signatures.
Judge bans Trump from enforcing proof of citizenship requirement to vote
A federal judge has blocked a key provision of President Donald Trump’s first election executive order, striking down a requirement that would have called for individuals to provide documented proof of citizenship to register to vote.
A federal judge has blocked a key provision of President Donald Trump’s first election executive order, striking down a requirement that would have called for individuals to provide documented proof of citizenship to register to vote.
Calls for better protections for domestic violence victims | The Chicago Report
Turning now to the latest in the investigation into a deadly shooting in Uptown. Prosecutors say Jonathan Wilson fatally shot a condo board president who was trying to stop him from violating a restraining order. Wilson was later wounded by police and is in critical condition facing first-degree murder charges. Joining us live to discuss important efforts to reform the courts and better protect domestic violence victims is Alderman Silvana Tabares.
Turning now to the latest in the investigation into a deadly shooting in Uptown. Prosecutors say Jonathan Wilson fatally shot a condo board president who was trying to stop him from violating a restraining order. Wilson was later wounded by police and is in critical condition facing first-degree murder charges. Joining us live to discuss important efforts to reform the courts and better protect domestic violence victims is Alderman Silvana Tabares.
Report: White House delaying release of voting machine security study
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence released a new report implying that voting machines could face software vulnerabilities ahead of the November midterm elections.
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence released a new report implying that voting machines could face software vulnerabilities ahead of the November midterm elections.
City Council votes against stronger consequences for parents | The Chicago Report
A big day of voting at Chicago City Council today. Aldermen took up key measures like to purchasing the West Loop Greyhound station, outlawing sweepstakes machines in local bars, and cracking down on parents for their kids' misconduct. Here with me to detail what passed and what didn't is Axios Chicago reporter Monica Eng.
A big day of voting at Chicago City Council today. Aldermen took up key measures like to purchasing the West Loop Greyhound station, outlawing sweepstakes machines in local bars, and cracking down on parents for their kids' misconduct. Here with me to detail what passed and what didn't is Axios Chicago reporter Monica Eng.
Sen. Mitch McConnell taken to the hospital
Senator Mitch McConnell was taken to the hospital on Sunday morning, according to his office.
Senator Mitch McConnell was taken to the hospital on Sunday morning, according to his office.