Illinois politicians spent millions in campaign funds on restaurant tabs, records show | ChicagoLIVE
A Chicago Sun-Times investigation found Illinois politicians have spent millions in campaign funds on restaurant meals, fundraisers and entertainment.
A Chicago Sun-Times investigation found Illinois politicians have spent millions in campaign funds on restaurant meals, fundraisers and entertainment.
Mayor Brandon Johnson talks Chicago Bears, teen takeovers and will he run for a 2nd term?
On Thursday, FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski sat down with Mayor Brandon Johnson to discuss a range of topics, including how he grades his first three years in office.
On Thursday, FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski sat down with Mayor Brandon Johnson to discuss a range of topics, including how he grades his first three years in office.
Tipped minimum wage compromise; will a special prosecutor be appointed? | The Chicago Report
A tipped minimum wage compromise has been reached after Mayor Johnson's veto. And, will a special prosecutor be chosen to handle Operation Midway Blitz cases? We dive in, on this episode of "The Chicago Report."
A tipped minimum wage compromise has been reached after Mayor Johnson's veto. And, will a special prosecutor be chosen to handle Operation Midway Blitz cases? We dive in, on this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Community violence groups push for funding support | The Chicago Report
Community violence intervention groups are en route to Springfield. They're pushing lawmakers to keep supporting efforts they say are working to drive down shootings and homicides across Illinois. Teny Gross is with the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago is joining us to share more.
Community violence intervention groups are en route to Springfield. They're pushing lawmakers to keep supporting efforts they say are working to drive down shootings and homicides across Illinois. Teny Gross is with the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago is joining us to share more.
Tipped minimum wage compromise | The Chicago Report
Monica Eng, from Axios, offers her insight on three big headlines. We're looking at a surprise compromise on the tipped wage debate after Mayor Johnson's recent veto.
Monica Eng, from Axios, offers her insight on three big headlines. We're looking at a surprise compromise on the tipped wage debate after Mayor Johnson's recent veto.
Burr Ridge mayor voices concerns over Illinois affordable housing bill | ChicagoLIVE
Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso and village trustees are raising concerns about a state housing proposal designed to expand affordable housing options.
Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso and village trustees are raising concerns about a state housing proposal designed to expand affordable housing options.
Illinois lawmakers face budget showdown as tax, education and Bears stadium debates heat up
Capitol News Illinois reporter Ben Szalinski breaks down the final days of budget negotiations in Springfield, including affordability proposals, education funding fights, corporate tax breaks and the latest on Bears stadium talks.
Capitol News Illinois reporter Ben Szalinski breaks down the final days of budget negotiations in Springfield, including affordability proposals, education funding fights, corporate tax breaks and the latest on Bears stadium talks.
Possible hantavirus in Illinois, Chicago considers replacing ShotSpotter | The Chicago Report
A possible case of hantavirus was reported in Illinois. And, Chicago City Council is considering replacing ShotSpotter. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
A possible case of hantavirus was reported in Illinois. And, Chicago City Council is considering replacing ShotSpotter. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Push to reign in data centers in Joliet, across Illinois | The Chicago Report
Despite massive pushback, Joliet leaders approved a major data center project. Now, advocates are looking to state lawmakers to pass a bill to help curtail the energy impacts across the state.
Despite massive pushback, Joliet leaders approved a major data center project. Now, advocates are looking to state lawmakers to pass a bill to help curtail the energy impacts across the state.
Inflation jumps to highest level in three years | The Chicago Report
New data out today from the Labor Department proves what most of us already feel -- energy prices are surging as the war in Iran continues.
New data out today from the Labor Department proves what most of us already feel -- energy prices are surging as the war in Iran continues.
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.
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.
Illinois bill cracks down on students found guilty of sex assault | The Chicago Report
Schools in Illinois could be required to kick out students found guilty of sexual assault if a bill passes the state legislature.
Schools in Illinois could be required to kick out students found guilty of sexual assault if a bill passes the state legislature.
Could a gas tax break help drivers amid surging prices? | The Chicago Report
President Trump said he wants to suspend the nation's gas tax to provide relief for drivers amid surging oil prices due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
President Trump said he wants to suspend the nation's gas tax to provide relief for drivers amid surging oil prices due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
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.
Residents divided on keeping Bears in IL, prefer privately-funded stadium: poll
Illinois residents are divided on how important it is to keep the Bears in the state, according to a new poll.
Illinois residents are divided on how important it is to keep the Bears in the state, according to a new poll.
Should the SAFE-T Act be amended? | The Chicago Report
The strongest El Nino in a century. What it means for weather here. Plus, some Chicago area colleges are postponing exams after the Canvas outage. What we know about who did it. And, Mayor Johnson made it known he wants the Bears to stay in Chicago and at Soldier Field. But has that ship sailed?
The strongest El Nino in a century. What it means for weather here. Plus, some Chicago area colleges are postponing exams after the Canvas outage. What we know about who did it. And, Mayor Johnson made it known he wants the Bears to stay in Chicago and at Soldier Field. But has that ship sailed?
How will strongest El Nino in a century impact Chicago? | The Chicago Report
Scientists say, this years El Nino event, will be the strongest in a century. The biggest since the 1870's. These climate patterns happen naturally. La Nina brings cooler, drier conditions. While El Nino, heats the sea surface, making storms more extreme and causing wetter weather. So what will this mean when it arrives this summer, and how will it impact Chicago and the Midwest? Professor Paul Roundy from the University of New York at Albany is joining us now with his predictions.
Scientists say, this years El Nino event, will be the strongest in a century. The biggest since the 1870's. These climate patterns happen naturally. La Nina brings cooler, drier conditions. While El Nino, heats the sea surface, making storms more extreme and causing wetter weather. So what will this mean when it arrives this summer, and how will it impact Chicago and the Midwest? Professor Paul Roundy from the University of New York at Albany is joining us now with his predictions.
Will the state senate sign off on Mega Projects bill? | The Chicago Report
Mayor Brandon Johnson is back from Springfield after a two-day push for more tax revenue to boost city budgets. But while his goal was shoring up the bottom line, it was his comments on the bears’ new stadium that stole the show. State Sen. Willie Preston is here to react to all of this.
Mayor Brandon Johnson is back from Springfield after a two-day push for more tax revenue to boost city budgets. But while his goal was shoring up the bottom line, it was his comments on the bears’ new stadium that stole the show. State Sen. Willie Preston is here to react to all of this.
Should the SAFE-T Act be amended? | The Chicago Report
The fact that the man accused of shooting John Bartholomew was already out on pre-trial release is fueling a heated debate. Under Illinois’ SAFE-T Act, cash bail was abolished, shifting the decision to judges to determine if a defendant is too dangerous to be released before trial. Critics argue the system failed in this case - arguing, the judge’s discretion was flawed when Alphanso Talley was released on electronic monitoring despite pending felony charges. Today, cold case files host Lisette Guillen and anti-violence activist Andrew Holmes held a press conference outside Cook County Jail, calling for stricter oversight.
The fact that the man accused of shooting John Bartholomew was already out on pre-trial release is fueling a heated debate. Under Illinois’ SAFE-T Act, cash bail was abolished, shifting the decision to judges to determine if a defendant is too dangerous to be released before trial. Critics argue the system failed in this case - arguing, the judge’s discretion was flawed when Alphanso Talley was released on electronic monitoring despite pending felony charges. Today, cold case files host Lisette Guillen and anti-violence activist Andrew Holmes held a press conference outside Cook County Jail, calling for stricter oversight.