DCFS missed court dates, Pritzker touts school tax credits | The Chicago Report
The Illinois Dept. of Children and Family Services is under fire after the agency reportedly missed multiple court dates and ignored a public records lawsuit. And, Gov. Pritzker held a campaign event today to remind Illinois families about tax credits available to offset the cost of school expenses. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
The Illinois Dept. of Children and Family Services is under fire after the agency reportedly missed multiple court dates and ignored a public records lawsuit. And, Gov. Pritzker held a campaign event today to remind Illinois families about tax credits available to offset the cost of school expenses. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
CPS puts funding questions before voters, new law for school safety | The Chicago Report
CPS is putting funding questions before voters. And there's a new Illinois law that strengthens school safety. We break it all down on "The Chicago Report."
CPS is putting funding questions before voters. And there's a new Illinois law that strengthens school safety. We break it all down on "The Chicago Report."
Illinois rideshare drivers can start forming a union after new law signed | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois is just the third state to allow rideshare drivers to unionize. Bailey Koch-Farwana from Service Employees International Union Local 1 joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the issues the union may bargain for and how it impacts rideshare users.
Illinois is just the third state to allow rideshare drivers to unionize. Bailey Koch-Farwana from Service Employees International Union Local 1 joins ChicagoLIVE to explain the issues the union may bargain for and how it impacts rideshare users.
Bears focus on Hammond, how will NITA change Chicago transportation | The Chicago Report
The Bears said on Thursday that they are focusing 'solely' on Hammond for a new stadium. And, how will the Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act impact Chicago transportation? We break it all down on "The Chicago Report."
The Bears said on Thursday that they are focusing 'solely' on Hammond for a new stadium. And, how will the Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act impact Chicago transportation? We break it all down on "The Chicago Report."
Joe Holberg running for mayor, Wisconsin Democratic Governor Primary winner | The Chicago Report
Joe Holberg is entering the race for Chicago mayor. And, David Crowley wins the Wisconsin Democratic Governor Primary. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Joe Holberg is entering the race for Chicago mayor. And, David Crowley wins the Wisconsin Democratic Governor Primary. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Data center moratorium, millionaire's tax to fix school budget? | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson wants a data center moratorium. And, can the millionaire's tax fix the school budget? All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson wants a data center moratorium. And, can the millionaire's tax fix the school budget? All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago businessman again running for mayor
Dr. Willie Wilson has entered the 2027 Chicago mayoral race.
Dr. Willie Wilson has entered the 2027 Chicago mayoral race.
Bally's battle, push for criminal charges against ICE agents | The Chicago Report
The dispute between Bally's and the city of Chicago over video gambling terminals is not over. And, advocates are pushing for criminal charges against immigration agents. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
The dispute between Bally's and the city of Chicago over video gambling terminals is not over. And, advocates are pushing for criminal charges against immigration agents. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Decomposing bodies found at funeral home, Willie Wilson makes fourth mayoral run | The Chicago Report
Over 50 decomposing bodies were found at a Chicago funeral home, prompting an investigation. And, Willie Wilson is making his fourth mayoral run. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Over 50 decomposing bodies were found at a Chicago funeral home, prompting an investigation. And, Willie Wilson is making his fourth mayoral run. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
New Illinois law cracks down on unfair insurance rate increases
Illinois State Sen. Michael Hastings (19th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss a new law signed earlier this week that protects homeowners and drivers from unfair insurance rate hikes.
Illinois State Sen. Michael Hastings (19th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss a new law signed earlier this week that protects homeowners and drivers from unfair insurance rate hikes.
Chicago sues oil plant, Sheriff Dart could face felony charges | The Chicago Report
The City of Chicago and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul are suing a vegetable oil plant on the southeast side. And, Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart could face felony charges, according to a new New York Times report.
The City of Chicago and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul are suing a vegetable oil plant on the southeast side. And, Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart could face felony charges, according to a new New York Times report.
New law proposed by Illinois state rep. intern reforms sexual assault reporting
A new law amends Illinois sexual assault reporting procedures, expanding the rights of victims to request the gender of an interviewing officer and allowing them a support person during interviews. Stephanie Bolanos, 20, developed the bill as an intern for State Rep. Daniel Didech and explains what went into her proposal.
A new law amends Illinois sexual assault reporting procedures, expanding the rights of victims to request the gender of an interviewing officer and allowing them a support person during interviews. Stephanie Bolanos, 20, developed the bill as an intern for State Rep. Daniel Didech and explains what went into her proposal.
Ballot laws lawsuit, Mayor Johnson's finance director resigns | The Chicago Report
Chicago alderman and independent Congressional candidate Byron Sigcho-Lopez is taking Illinois' ballot laws to federal court. And, Mayor Brandon Johnson's director of the office of budget and management has announced she is leaving her post. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago alderman and independent Congressional candidate Byron Sigcho-Lopez is taking Illinois' ballot laws to federal court. And, Mayor Brandon Johnson's director of the office of budget and management has announced she is leaving her post. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Pritzker signs bills targeting unfair home and auto insurance rates
Gov. JB Pritzker signs two bills aimed at protecting Illinois homeowners and drivers from unfair insurance rate hikes.
Gov. JB Pritzker signs two bills aimed at protecting Illinois homeowners and drivers from unfair insurance rate hikes.
Giannoulias makes mayoral run official, lawsuit challenges ballot laws | The Chicago Report
Alexi Giannoulias is officially entering the race for Chicago mayor. And, Ald. Sigcho-Lopez filed a lawsuit challenging ballot laws. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Alexi Giannoulias is officially entering the race for Chicago mayor. And, Ald. Sigcho-Lopez filed a lawsuit challenging ballot laws. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
What Alexi Giannoulias' mayoral bid means for Chicago | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias officially joined the Chicago mayoral race this weekend. Chicago Tribune's Jake Sheridan joins ChicagoLIVE to break down what his entry means for the race.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias officially joined the Chicago mayoral race this weekend. Chicago Tribune's Jake Sheridan joins ChicagoLIVE to break down what his entry means for the race.
Chicago mayoral race heats up as Alexi Giannoulias joins crowded field
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has entered the Chicago mayoral race, adding to a growing field of candidates as political analyst Pat Brady discusses the state of the campaign and what comes next.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has entered the Chicago mayoral race, adding to a growing field of candidates as political analyst Pat Brady discusses the state of the campaign and what comes next.
Chicago mayoral election: Alexi Giannoulias talks with voters Monday
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is spending Monday talking with voters across Chicago as he continues his bid for mayor.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is spending Monday talking with voters across Chicago as he continues his bid for mayor.
Illinois Sec. of State Alexi Giannoulias launches Chicago mayoral bid
Alexi Giannoulias, the Secretary of State of Illinois, announced he will run for mayor of Chicago next year.
Alexi Giannoulias, the Secretary of State of Illinois, announced he will run for mayor of Chicago next year.
Rep. Benton report released, Pritzker talks state funding for CPS | The Chicago Report
The legislative inspector general report on former Rep. Harry Benton has been released. And, Gov. Pritzker weighs in on the likelihood of state funding for Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
The legislative inspector general report on former Rep. Harry Benton has been released. And, Gov. Pritzker weighs in on the likelihood of state funding for Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."