Illinois lawmaker on megaproject bill, AI regulation | The Chicago Report
State Sen. Bill Cunningham (D-Chicago) spoke with us about a number of key issues in Springfield, including the status of the megaprojects bill key to a new Bears stadium and another bill to put more regulations on AI models.
State Sen. Bill Cunningham (D-Chicago) spoke with us about a number of key issues in Springfield, including the status of the megaprojects bill key to a new Bears stadium and another bill to put more regulations on AI models.
Will the 2028 DNC be held in Chicago? Here's what officials are saying
DNC officials spent part of their second day in Chicago at the United Center. The crew that ran the convention in 2024 believes they can pull it off even better this time.
DNC officials spent part of their second day in Chicago at the United Center. The crew that ran the convention in 2024 believes they can pull it off even better this time.
DNC back in Chicago? AI's influence on college and IL sex assault bill | The Chicago Report
Tia Ewing tackles some of the biggest issues of the day, including the DNC possibly returning to Chicago, whether AI is impacting the value of a college degree, and a bill that would require Illinois students convicted of sexual assault to be expelled.
Tia Ewing tackles some of the biggest issues of the day, including the DNC possibly returning to Chicago, whether AI is impacting the value of a college degree, and a bill that would require Illinois students convicted of sexual assault to be expelled.
Supreme Court opens door for Alabama to potentially redraw congressional map
A new move by the Supreme Court could eliminate one of Alabama’s two largely Black congressional districts before Election Day and may play an important role in the overall battle to control Congress this fall.
A new move by the Supreme Court could eliminate one of Alabama’s two largely Black congressional districts before Election Day and may play an important role in the overall battle to control Congress this fall.
Could Chicago host back-to-back DNCs? | The Chicago Report
Local officials are trying to convince Democratic officials to again pick Chicago to host the DNC in 2028.
Local officials are trying to convince Democratic officials to again pick Chicago to host the DNC in 2028.
DNC officials visit Chicago this week as 2028 convention bid moves forward
Chicago will take another major step in its bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention this week as top Democratic Party officials visit the city for a multi-day site tour.
Chicago will take another major step in its bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention this week as top Democratic Party officials visit the city for a multi-day site tour.
Trump-backed Senate candidates dominate in Indiana primaries | The Chicago Report
Indiana voters largely sided with President Donald Trump in his push to oust the seven state senators in the Indiana primaries. Jessica Huseman, with Votebeat, shares her thoughts.
Indiana voters largely sided with President Donald Trump in his push to oust the seven state senators in the Indiana primaries. Jessica Huseman, with Votebeat, shares her thoughts.
Local police probe into Silverio Villegas Gonzalez's death | The Chicago Report
We're bringing in Axios reporter Monica Eng to tell us what she's working on. Let's start with a story that broke today, Franklin Park Police is launching an investigation into the death of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, eight months after ICE agents shot him.
We're bringing in Axios reporter Monica Eng to tell us what she's working on. Let's start with a story that broke today, Franklin Park Police is launching an investigation into the death of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, eight months after ICE agents shot him.
Mayor Johnson lobbies for more LGDF revenue | The Chicago Report
Even though the dollar amount is technically staying the same, Mayor Johnson and the Illinois Municipal League, say local governments need at least another billion dollars, to pay for critical programs. We're bringing in Brad Cole with the LMC to give us some background on this state program.
Even though the dollar amount is technically staying the same, Mayor Johnson and the Illinois Municipal League, say local governments need at least another billion dollars, to pay for critical programs. We're bringing in Brad Cole with the LMC to give us some background on this state program.
Restricting explosives in Illinois, and why is Chicago flooding worse? | The Chicago Report
We hear about why flooding in the Chicago area is getting worse, what Mayor Brandon Johnson said about his lobbying efforts in Springfield this week, and the battle over a substation in Lincoln Park.
We hear about why flooding in the Chicago area is getting worse, what Mayor Brandon Johnson said about his lobbying efforts in Springfield this week, and the battle over a substation in Lincoln Park.
Indiana Primary Election: What the results show so far
President Trump is getting revenge in Indiana. Candidates he supported are beating some of the incumbents that dared to go against him.
President Trump is getting revenge in Indiana. Candidates he supported are beating some of the incumbents that dared to go against him.
Why Chicago flooding is getting worse | The Chicago Report
Why is Chicago seeing more frequent and severe flooding? We ask Sun-Times reporter Brett Chase to break down what he's found.
Why is Chicago seeing more frequent and severe flooding? We ask Sun-Times reporter Brett Chase to break down what he's found.
ComEd wants to replace COVID testing site with substation | The Chicago Report
ComEd has its eyes set on a former COVID testing site in Lincoln Park to install a substation, which neighbors are opposed to.
ComEd has its eyes set on a former COVID testing site in Lincoln Park to install a substation, which neighbors are opposed to.
Chicago sees uptick in crime in April | The Chicago Report
The number of shootings and homicides are on the rise in Chicago through the first quarter of 2026, according to new crime data.
The number of shootings and homicides are on the rise in Chicago through the first quarter of 2026, according to new crime data.
Chicago mayor blasts bill tied to new Bears stadium | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday criticized state lawmakers' efforts to push through a piece of legislation the Chicago Bears say is necessary to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday criticized state lawmakers' efforts to push through a piece of legislation the Chicago Bears say is necessary to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.
DOJ goes after IL schools, Chicago gambling debate | The Chicago Report
Why the Department of Justice is targeting Illinois schools for teaching "gender ideology"; a Chicago alderman wants to limit city officials' ability to bet on prediction markets; and why one South Side community is slamming Walgreens for closing their local store.
Why the Department of Justice is targeting Illinois schools for teaching "gender ideology"; a Chicago alderman wants to limit city officials' ability to bet on prediction markets; and why one South Side community is slamming Walgreens for closing their local store.
Push to limit Chicago officials' ability to bet on prediction markets | The Chicago Report
A Chicago alderman is pushing to limit how city officials can use prediction market platforms, citing concerns over conflicts of interest and access to sensitive information.
A Chicago alderman is pushing to limit how city officials can use prediction market platforms, citing concerns over conflicts of interest and access to sensitive information.
Trump admin probes Illinois schools over teaching 'gender ideology' | The Chicago Report
Dozens of Illinois school districts are in the crosshairs of a federal investigation over teaching so-called "gender ideology," but it's still unclear exactly what the probe is about.
Dozens of Illinois school districts are in the crosshairs of a federal investigation over teaching so-called "gender ideology," but it's still unclear exactly what the probe is about.
Redistricting battle latest: Alabama, Tennessee act to redraw after Supreme Court ruling
A Supreme Court ruling last week opened the door for Republican-led states to attempt to redraw district maps before the midterm – and Alabama and Tennessee are beginning efforts this week to do so.
A Supreme Court ruling last week opened the door for Republican-led states to attempt to redraw district maps before the midterm – and Alabama and Tennessee are beginning efforts this week to do so.
Annual St. Jude Memorial March held on Sunday | The Chicago Report
This Sunday is the annual St. Jude Memorial March. The Chicago Police Department and community members will honor 608 fallen officers. Second ward alderman Brian Hopkins is joining us to share how this year's march carries even more meaning, following the loss of Officer John Bartholomew.
This Sunday is the annual St. Jude Memorial March. The Chicago Police Department and community members will honor 608 fallen officers. Second ward alderman Brian Hopkins is joining us to share how this year's march carries even more meaning, following the loss of Officer John Bartholomew.