Teens propose solutions to takeovers at City Hall | The Chicago Report
Teens led the way at City Hall, offering testimony on what draws young people to large gatherings that we've seen cause a myriad of issues in the Chicago area. Youth Employment Subcommittee Chair Jessie Fuentes joins us.
Teens led the way at City Hall, offering testimony on what draws young people to large gatherings that we've seen cause a myriad of issues in the Chicago area. Youth Employment Subcommittee Chair Jessie Fuentes joins us.
Chicago City Clerk launches reelection campaign | The Chicago Report
Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia is launching her reelection campaign, seeking a third term.
Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia is launching her reelection campaign, seeking a third term.
Reproductive Health Records Privacy Act signed in Illinois
Four years ago, the Supreme Court overturned its decision on Roe v. Wade ending the constitutional right to abortion. Today, Governor Pritzker took action to expand reproductive protections in Illinois. He signed a new law that protects patient privacy and prevents sensitive medical information from being shared out of state. Joining me now is state Senator Celina Villanueva who helped spearhead this legislation.
Four years ago, the Supreme Court overturned its decision on Roe v. Wade ending the constitutional right to abortion. Today, Governor Pritzker took action to expand reproductive protections in Illinois. He signed a new law that protects patient privacy and prevents sensitive medical information from being shared out of state. Joining me now is state Senator Celina Villanueva who helped spearhead this legislation.
New bill seeks more equity for IHSA girls flag football in high school sports | ChicagoLIVE
State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr (D-41) joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss a new bill that would ensure girls flag football receives the same support as other IHSA high school sports.
State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr (D-41) joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss a new bill that would ensure girls flag football receives the same support as other IHSA high school sports.
New bill seeks to hold adults accountable when juveniles access guns | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois Rep. Sean Casten (D-6th) joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss a new bill aimed at holding adults accountable when juveniles gain access to guns.
Illinois Rep. Sean Casten (D-6th) joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss a new bill aimed at holding adults accountable when juveniles gain access to guns.
How a Chicago gun violence reduction department would work
Chicago Urban League President and CEO Karen Freeman-Wilson discusses a proposal to create a permanent Department of Gun Violence Reduction, efforts to address the causes of violence and questions about accountability, investment and public safety in Chicago neighborhoods.
Chicago Urban League President and CEO Karen Freeman-Wilson discusses a proposal to create a permanent Department of Gun Violence Reduction, efforts to address the causes of violence and questions about accountability, investment and public safety in Chicago neighborhoods.
Keeping the Bears in Illinois, CPS funding fight | The Chicago Report
McCook is making its Bears stadium pitch. And, the latest in the CPS funding fight. Tune in to The Chicago Report.
McCook is making its Bears stadium pitch. And, the latest in the CPS funding fight. Tune in to The Chicago Report.
Digital Asset Tax drawing criticism | The Chicago Report
State Rep. John Cabello just introduced a bill to repeal the Digital Asset Tax. It comes as crypto industry leaders are criticizing the 0.2% tax that will be imposed on all digital transactions in Illinois next year.
State Rep. John Cabello just introduced a bill to repeal the Digital Asset Tax. It comes as crypto industry leaders are criticizing the 0.2% tax that will be imposed on all digital transactions in Illinois next year.
Illinois special session possible, but lawmakers say Bears must provide specifics first
Illinois lawmakers say a special legislative session to address the Chicago Bears' stadium plans remains possible, but only if the team can present a detailed proposal and demonstrate enough support to pass it.
Illinois lawmakers say a special legislative session to address the Chicago Bears' stadium plans remains possible, but only if the team can present a detailed proposal and demonstrate enough support to pass it.
Illinois lawmakers say they're still working to keep Bears in the state
Illinois lawmakers are still in talks with the Bears about a new stadium and said a special session is still possible.
Illinois lawmakers are still in talks with the Bears about a new stadium and said a special session is still possible.
Reducing gun violence in Chicago, teen takeovers | The Chicago Report
A violent weekend in Chicago has led to local leaders and activists proposing a new city department aimed to reduce gun violence. And, the latest in the teen takeover debates. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
A violent weekend in Chicago has led to local leaders and activists proposing a new city department aimed to reduce gun violence. And, the latest in the teen takeover debates. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
New candidate enters Chicago mayoral race | The Chicago Report
A battle for control of Chicago is on its way. Tonight, we are breaking down the crowded field of challengers, new outsider candidates and what Mayor Brandon Johnson's low war chest could indicate.
A battle for control of Chicago is on its way. Tonight, we are breaking down the crowded field of challengers, new outsider candidates and what Mayor Brandon Johnson's low war chest could indicate.
How Chicago shaped Barack Obama: From ‘a place to start’ to the national stage
In Chicago, Obama got his first real-world experience, where he "grew up" and would eventually catch the bug for politics.
In Chicago, Obama got his first real-world experience, where he "grew up" and would eventually catch the bug for politics.
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.
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.
Obama Center's grand opening, pretrial data lawsuit | The Chicago Report
The Obama Center had its grand opening in Chicago today. And, a new lawsuit claims Illinois state courts are hiding pretrial data. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
The Obama Center had its grand opening in Chicago today. And, a new lawsuit claims Illinois state courts are hiding pretrial data. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Will Illinois' social media tax push tech companies out? | The Chicago Report
Gov. Pritzker signed the budget earlier this week and one of the ways he's offsetting state spending, without raising taxes on residents, is imposing new taxes for companies. One of them is a social media tax.
Gov. Pritzker signed the budget earlier this week and one of the ways he's offsetting state spending, without raising taxes on residents, is imposing new taxes for companies. One of them is a social media tax.
Lawsuit claims Illinois state courts hiding pretrial data | The Chicago Report
Illinois made history by ending cash bail under the Pretrial Fairness Act. But tonight, a new lawsuit claims state courts are operating in the shadows.
Illinois made history by ending cash bail under the Pretrial Fairness Act. But tonight, a new lawsuit claims state courts are operating in the shadows.
Looking back at Obama's presidency | The Chicago Report
Joining us is Alain Sanders, professor emeritus of political science at St. Peter's University, former Time Magazine senior reporter and a longtime political analyst, to shed light on Barack Obama's presidency.
Joining us is Alain Sanders, professor emeritus of political science at St. Peter's University, former Time Magazine senior reporter and a longtime political analyst, to shed light on Barack Obama's presidency.
Looking for alcohol alternatives? New Illinois hemp regulations may make it difficult | ChicagoLIVE
Gov. JB Pritzker recently signed new hemp regulations in Illinois. Delta Beverages' Chief strategy officer David Thomas discusses how this may make a negative impact on the cannabis industry.
Gov. JB Pritzker recently signed new hemp regulations in Illinois. Delta Beverages' Chief strategy officer David Thomas discusses how this may make a negative impact on the cannabis industry.