Search for next CPD Superintendent, will State Rep. Benton resign? | The Chicago Report
Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling has announced his retirement and the search begins for his replacement. And, State Rep. Harry Benton is being called to resign after an investigation into alleged misconduct. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling has announced his retirement and the search begins for his replacement. And, State Rep. Harry Benton is being called to resign after an investigation into alleged misconduct. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Gov. Pritzker says Illinois is ready to fight in Supreme Court assault weapons case
The Supreme Court will hear a challenge to assault weapons bans this fall, and Gov. Pritzker says Illinois is prepared to defend the state's ban.
The Supreme Court will hear a challenge to assault weapons bans this fall, and Gov. Pritzker says Illinois is prepared to defend the state's ban.
Illinois launches new Department of Early Childhood
Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation that took effect July 1 creating a new Illinois Department of Early Childhood. Illinois previously had three agencies handling early childhood services, which are now combined into one department.
Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation that took effect July 1 creating a new Illinois Department of Early Childhood. Illinois previously had three agencies handling early childhood services, which are now combined into one department.
Illinois House Speaker calls for Rep. Harry Benton to resign, threatens expulsion
Speaker Chris Welch is calling on Rep. Harry Benton to resign after an ethics investigation found what Welch called "outrageous" and "unethical" conduct. He says if Benton refuses, the Illinois House will begin the process to expel him.
Speaker Chris Welch is calling on Rep. Harry Benton to resign after an ethics investigation found what Welch called "outrageous" and "unethical" conduct. He says if Benton refuses, the Illinois House will begin the process to expel him.
CPD Supt. Snelling to retire, minimum wage hike | The Chicago Report
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling announced his plans to retire this month. And, minimum wage has officially gone up in Chicago and Cook County. We break it all down in this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling announced his plans to retire this month. And, minimum wage has officially gone up in Chicago and Cook County. We break it all down in this episode of "The Chicago Report."
CPD Supt. Snelling to retire this month | The Chicago Report
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling will retire this month from the force, he announced Wednesday. Who could take the reins after Snelling?
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling will retire this month from the force, he announced Wednesday. Who could take the reins after Snelling?
Minimum wages rise in Chicago, Cook County | The Chicago Report
The new hourly rate is $17.05 in Chicago and $15.40 across Cook County. Jose Uribe with the group Arise Chicago joins us to tell us how we got here.
The new hourly rate is $17.05 in Chicago and $15.40 across Cook County. Jose Uribe with the group Arise Chicago joins us to tell us how we got here.
Matt Brewer joins the Chicago mayoral race | The Chicago Report
Matt Brewer is joining the Chicago mayoral race. He's a South Side native, an attorney, an entrepreneur and the former board chair of the Chicago Housing Authority.
Matt Brewer is joining the Chicago mayoral race. He's a South Side native, an attorney, an entrepreneur and the former board chair of the Chicago Housing Authority.
New Illinois and Indiana laws take effect today
July 1st brings new laws to Illinois and Indiana, including changes to the age limit for Illinois drivers and a cellphone ban in Indiana. FOX Chicago’s Brian Jackson breaks it all down.
July 1st brings new laws to Illinois and Indiana, including changes to the age limit for Illinois drivers and a cellphone ban in Indiana. FOX Chicago’s Brian Jackson breaks it all down.
New Illinois laws in effect July 1, 2026
Several new laws are set to take effect in Illinois beginning July 1, marking the start of the state's new fiscal year.
Several new laws are set to take effect in Illinois beginning July 1, marking the start of the state's new fiscal year.
Birthright citizenship ruling, combatting Chicago crime | The Chicago Report
The Supreme Court made two significant rulings on Tuesday, sparking lots of reaction. And, a nonprofit group in Chicago is stepping up to help combat crime on CTA trains during the Fourth of July holiday weekend. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
The Supreme Court made two significant rulings on Tuesday, sparking lots of reaction. And, a nonprofit group in Chicago is stepping up to help combat crime on CTA trains during the Fourth of July holiday weekend. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
'Violence Interrupters' to patrol CTA trains for July 4th | The Chicago Report
Two recent robberies on the CTA Blue Line and a shooting that killed a CTA worker has led to renewed safety concerns. The nonprofit group 'Violence Interrupters' launched their own patrols on the Blue Line to hand out safety tips and protect riders.
Two recent robberies on the CTA Blue Line and a shooting that killed a CTA worker has led to renewed safety concerns. The nonprofit group 'Violence Interrupters' launched their own patrols on the Blue Line to hand out safety tips and protect riders.
Iran talks resume in Qatar: what's next? | The Chicago Report
The U.S. continues peace talks with Iran, using Qatar as the mediator but it's not clear if any progress is being made. President Trump is downplaying the possibility of a major breakthrough as a new round of peace talks get underway. Leslie Vinjamuri, the president and CEO of the Chicago Council of Global Affairs, is weighing in on the latest.
The U.S. continues peace talks with Iran, using Qatar as the mediator but it's not clear if any progress is being made. President Trump is downplaying the possibility of a major breakthrough as a new round of peace talks get underway. Leslie Vinjamuri, the president and CEO of the Chicago Council of Global Affairs, is weighing in on the latest.
ACLU of Illinois reacts to Supreme Court decisions | The Chicago Report
Two major decisions from the Supreme Court today on the final day of term. Here to weigh in on the birthright citizenship decision is the ACLU of Illinois.
Two major decisions from the Supreme Court today on the final day of term. Here to weigh in on the birthright citizenship decision is the ACLU of Illinois.
'Tell her story and demand better:' Mother of Sheridan Gorman decries daughter's killing
Sheridan Gorman was killed at a Rogers Park beach in March. Today her mother testified on Capitol Hill about sanctuary city policies and sharing her story.
Sheridan Gorman was killed at a Rogers Park beach in March. Today her mother testified on Capitol Hill about sanctuary city policies and sharing her story.
Pritzker to make Illinois first state to require coverage for preeclampsia testing | ChicagoLIVE
Preeclampsia is a leading cause of death in pregnancy, and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is now requiring insurance to cover preeclampsia testing. Kara Boeldt, founder of End Preeclampsia, joins ChicagoLIVE to explain why its so important.
Preeclampsia is a leading cause of death in pregnancy, and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is now requiring insurance to cover preeclampsia testing. Kara Boeldt, founder of End Preeclampsia, joins ChicagoLIVE to explain why its so important.
Research suggests Illinois could save millions by cutting some women's prison sentences
New research suggests Illinois could save millions by shortening prison sentences for some women with little impact on violent crime. Colette Payne and Deanne Benos of the Women's Justice Institute discuss what these findings could mean for the criminal justice system.
New research suggests Illinois could save millions by shortening prison sentences for some women with little impact on violent crime. Colette Payne and Deanne Benos of the Women's Justice Institute discuss what these findings could mean for the criminal justice system.
Cook County assault weapon ban: Supreme Court to hear challenge
The Supreme Court will hear a major Second Amendment case that could determine the future of Cook County's assault weapon ban.
The Supreme Court will hear a major Second Amendment case that could determine the future of Cook County's assault weapon ban.
Illinois' new e-bike, scooter rules: What to expect
New rules for e-bikes and e-scooters are coming to Illinois. Rob Cohen, an attorney with Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, explains what the changes mean and how they'll build on existing bicycle laws.
New rules for e-bikes and e-scooters are coming to Illinois. Rob Cohen, an attorney with Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, explains what the changes mean and how they'll build on existing bicycle laws.
New Illinois law expands protections against AI-powered cyberbullying
State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr explains how a new Illinois law broadens the definition of cyberbullying to include AI-generated content and outlines what it means for students, parents and schools.
State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr explains how a new Illinois law broadens the definition of cyberbullying to include AI-generated content and outlines what it means for students, parents and schools.