My Brother's Keeper March set for June 13th | The Chicago Report
A powerful call to action is coming to Chicago ahead of the summer months.
A powerful call to action is coming to Chicago ahead of the summer months.
New program offers up to $70K for Chicago homebuyers | The Chicago Report
Chicago is launching a new program to help residents become homeowners. Up to 400 people could receive $70,000 for down payments and closing costs.
Chicago is launching a new program to help residents become homeowners. Up to 400 people could receive $70,000 for down payments and closing costs.
Illinois budget renews fight over school funding | The Chicago Report
One day since the General Assembly passed the 2027 budget, and there's more than one group weighing in with their take on it. Some with high praise and others not happy about the outcome.
One day since the General Assembly passed the 2027 budget, and there's more than one group weighing in with their take on it. Some with high praise and others not happy about the outcome.
Bears stadium saga latest & Sox-cess on the Southside | Chicago Sports Tonight
On a Monday edition of CST, Tina Nguyen is joined by Fox Chicago reporter Bret Buganski and The Score's Matt Spiegel to react to the latest in the Bears Stadium saga. Is Hammond, Indiana still a legitimate option, or are the Bears using them as leverage? Plus, what are the next steps in the stadium process and is Arlington Heights still in play? Also, should Bears fans feel more or less confident that the team is staying in Illinois, and could the Bears have matched the Rams' trade offer for Myles Garrett? Finally, can the Southsiders keep up their Sox-cess with superstar Munetaka Murakami out the next 4 weeks?
On a Monday edition of CST, Tina Nguyen is joined by Fox Chicago reporter Bret Buganski and The Score's Matt Spiegel to react to the latest in the Bears Stadium saga. Is Hammond, Indiana still a legitimate option, or are the Bears using them as leverage? Plus, what are the next steps in the stadium process and is Arlington Heights still in play? Also, should Bears fans feel more or less confident that the team is staying in Illinois, and could the Bears have matched the Rams' trade offer for Myles Garrett? Finally, can the Southsiders keep up their Sox-cess with superstar Munetaka Murakami out the next 4 weeks?
Bears stadium bill dies, breaking down the budget | The Chicago Report
The Bears stadium bill was not considered by the House, and with the legislative session over, what's all included in the state's budget? We break it all down in this episode of "The Chicago Report."
The Bears stadium bill was not considered by the House, and with the legislative session over, what's all included in the state's budget? We break it all down in this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Petition to change Wabash Avenue to Obama Avenue | The Chicago Report
Signatures are growing on a Change.org petition that is calling for Wabash Avenue to be renamed to honor former President Barack Obama.
Signatures are growing on a Change.org petition that is calling for Wabash Avenue to be renamed to honor former President Barack Obama.
Immigrants sent to other states after ICE release | The Chicago Report
A network of volunteers across the country is stepping up to help immigrants released from ICE detention. A group in Illinois called the Overground Railroad drives people hundreds of miles to get back home. Chicago Tribune investigative reporter Gregory Pratt joins us.
A network of volunteers across the country is stepping up to help immigrants released from ICE detention. A group in Illinois called the Overground Railroad drives people hundreds of miles to get back home. Chicago Tribune investigative reporter Gregory Pratt joins us.
Illinois legislative session is over. What's in the budget? | The Chicago Report
The state's $55.9 billion budget passed early Monday morning. We break it all down with Bryce Hill, with the Illinois Policy Institute.
The state's $55.9 billion budget passed early Monday morning. We break it all down with Bryce Hill, with the Illinois Policy Institute.
Illinois leaders react after failing to pass last-minute Bears stadium bill
Illinois lawmakers ended their session without passing a stadium bill designed to help keep the Chicago Bears in the state.
Illinois lawmakers ended their session without passing a stadium bill designed to help keep the Chicago Bears in the state.
Pritzker speaks after Bears stadium plan stalls
Gov. JB Pritzker held a press conference Monday morning after Illinois lawmakers adjourned without approving a Bears stadium financing plan.
Gov. JB Pritzker held a press conference Monday morning after Illinois lawmakers adjourned without approving a Bears stadium financing plan.
Chicago Bears stadium plan stalls as Illinois lawmakers adjourn
Illinois lawmakers adjourned their spring legislative session early Monday without approving a last-minute stadium financing proposal aimed at keeping the Chicago Bears in the state, leaving the franchise free to continue weighing potential stadium sites in both Illinois and Indiana.
Illinois lawmakers adjourned their spring legislative session early Monday without approving a last-minute stadium financing proposal aimed at keeping the Chicago Bears in the state, leaving the franchise free to continue weighing potential stadium sites in both Illinois and Indiana.
Bears stadium latest: Megaprojects bill revamped as amendment to House Bill 958
The megaprojects bill, or the Bears' stadium bill, has been filed as an amendment to House Bill 958, sources say.
The megaprojects bill, or the Bears' stadium bill, has been filed as an amendment to House Bill 958, sources say.
Will Illinoisians have higher property taxes due to a Bears stadium?
It appears lawmakers are now considering a plan to allow municipalities start their own stadium authorities. A new stadium would be privately backed but publicly owned and that would give the bears the tax incentive that would be comparable to what Indiana is offering to lure the team across the state line. There have been a lot of closed door meetings in Springfield to try to come up with something that will get the bears to stay in Illinois. The clock is ticking. The spring legislative session ends tonight at midnight. We're joined now by Brian Costin with Americans for Prosperity Illinois.
It appears lawmakers are now considering a plan to allow municipalities start their own stadium authorities. A new stadium would be privately backed but publicly owned and that would give the bears the tax incentive that would be comparable to what Indiana is offering to lure the team across the state line. There have been a lot of closed door meetings in Springfield to try to come up with something that will get the bears to stay in Illinois. The clock is ticking. The spring legislative session ends tonight at midnight. We're joined now by Brian Costin with Americans for Prosperity Illinois.
Illinois lawmakers approve school cell phone ban
There are other bills lawmakers have to consider. Lawmakers passed a statewide ban on cellphones in and a big one that passed is a statewide ban on cellphones. Here's how it works.
There are other bills lawmakers have to consider. Lawmakers passed a statewide ban on cellphones in and a big one that passed is a statewide ban on cellphones. Here's how it works.
Experts weigh in on the latest of megaprojects bill struggles, changes
Lawmakers in Springfield are deciding on the three b's: The budget, the BUILD plan, and the Bears. In the last 24 hours, the megaprojects bill looks different than what house lawmakers passed last month. This change in the game plan came hours after the megaprojects bill failed to get enough support in the state senate. Senator Bill Cunningham and Marc Gains weighed in on the changes to the bill.
Lawmakers in Springfield are deciding on the three b's: The budget, the BUILD plan, and the Bears. In the last 24 hours, the megaprojects bill looks different than what house lawmakers passed last month. This change in the game plan came hours after the megaprojects bill failed to get enough support in the state senate. Senator Bill Cunningham and Marc Gains weighed in on the changes to the bill.
Bears stadium latest: Not enough Dems back megaprojects tax breaks
State lawmakers are trying to pass a bill aimed at keeping the Bears in Illinois with a midnight deadline looming.
State lawmakers are trying to pass a bill aimed at keeping the Bears in Illinois with a midnight deadline looming.
Illinois lawmakers reassess megaprojects bill. Might the Bears stay in Chicago?
Illinois lawmakers overnight said they don't seem to have the votes to pass the megaprojects bill that the Bears want to build a new stadium in Arlington Heights, according to multiple outlets.
Illinois lawmakers overnight said they don't seem to have the votes to pass the megaprojects bill that the Bears want to build a new stadium in Arlington Heights, according to multiple outlets.
Time is running out for megaprojects bill that includes Bears stadium
Lawmakers in Springfield are working down to the wire on a number of critical issues that have to be resolved before the end of session at midnight tomorrow night. They've been there for most of the day. One of the biggest headlines of course is the Bear's stadium proposal for Arlington Heights and the megaprojects bill to make that happen. A short time ago I spoke with Marc Ganis, the president of Sports Corps. and an expert on stadium financing issues.
Lawmakers in Springfield are working down to the wire on a number of critical issues that have to be resolved before the end of session at midnight tomorrow night. They've been there for most of the day. One of the biggest headlines of course is the Bear's stadium proposal for Arlington Heights and the megaprojects bill to make that happen. A short time ago I spoke with Marc Ganis, the president of Sports Corps. and an expert on stadium financing issues.
Proposed housing bill sparks debate in Chicago's neighborhoods
As state lawmakers work in the final days of session. There's a growing debate in several Chicago neighborhoods about governor JB Pritzker's BUILD plan. It aims to increase housing inventory --- but it could also limit local control. Kasey Chronis has the latest from Avondale.
As state lawmakers work in the final days of session. There's a growing debate in several Chicago neighborhoods about governor JB Pritzker's BUILD plan. It aims to increase housing inventory --- but it could also limit local control. Kasey Chronis has the latest from Avondale.
Weed industry watches end to legislative session in Springfield
The clock is ticking at the state capitol in Springfield. Lawmakers have the rest of tonight and then Saturday and Sunday. And there are some big things on the line could affect hemp and marijuana businesses. Lauren Scafidi spoke to Sway Dispensary in Lakeview about what they’re hoping for – and why they’re long overdue.
The clock is ticking at the state capitol in Springfield. Lawmakers have the rest of tonight and then Saturday and Sunday. And there are some big things on the line could affect hemp and marijuana businesses. Lauren Scafidi spoke to Sway Dispensary in Lakeview about what they’re hoping for – and why they’re long overdue.