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.
Trump's revenge in Indiana, Iran peace deal | The Chicago Report
President Trump made an impression on Indiana voters during the primaries. And, the U.S. offers Iran a peace deal. Will they really come to the table? All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
President Trump made an impression on Indiana voters during the primaries. And, the U.S. offers Iran a peace deal. Will they really come to the table? All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago sweepstakes machine ban advances | The Chicago Report
A Chicago City Council committee is moving forward with a ban on illegal sweepstakes machines. Alderman Anthony Beale has been leading the effort and joins us to break it all down.
A Chicago City Council committee is moving forward with a ban on illegal sweepstakes machines. Alderman Anthony Beale has been leading the effort and joins us to break it all down.
Local police probe into Silverio Villegas Gonzalez's death | The Chicago Report
We're bringing in Axios reporter Monica Eng to tell us what she's working on. Let's start with a story that broke today, Franklin Park Police is launching an investigation into the death of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, eight months after ICE agents shot him.
We're bringing in Axios reporter Monica Eng to tell us what she's working on. Let's start with a story that broke today, Franklin Park Police is launching an investigation into the death of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, eight months after ICE agents shot him.
Mayor Johnson lobbies for more LGDF revenue | The Chicago Report
Even though the dollar amount is technically staying the same, Mayor Johnson and the Illinois Municipal League, say local governments need at least another billion dollars, to pay for critical programs. We're bringing in Brad Cole with the LMC to give us some background on this state program.
Even though the dollar amount is technically staying the same, Mayor Johnson and the Illinois Municipal League, say local governments need at least another billion dollars, to pay for critical programs. We're bringing in Brad Cole with the LMC to give us some background on this state program.
New Illinois proposal aims to lower property taxes for homeowners | ChicagoLIVE
With property taxes rising across Illinois, some lawmakers are proposing new legislation aimed at providing relief for homeowners. State Rep. Dan Ugaste joined ChicagoLIVE to explain the plan, how it could impact taxpayers and schools, and what challenges the proposal may face as it moves forward.
With property taxes rising across Illinois, some lawmakers are proposing new legislation aimed at providing relief for homeowners. State Rep. Dan Ugaste joined ChicagoLIVE to explain the plan, how it could impact taxpayers and schools, and what challenges the proposal may face as it moves forward.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson lobbies state lawmakers for more funding, taxing power
Mayor Johnson was in Springfield to lobby state lawmakers on several issues, especially for more state funding to local governments.
Mayor Johnson was in Springfield to lobby state lawmakers on several issues, especially for more state funding to local governments.
Restricting explosives in Illinois, and why is Chicago flooding worse? | The Chicago Report
We hear about why flooding in the Chicago area is getting worse, what Mayor Brandon Johnson said about his lobbying efforts in Springfield this week, and the battle over a substation in Lincoln Park.
We hear about why flooding in the Chicago area is getting worse, what Mayor Brandon Johnson said about his lobbying efforts in Springfield this week, and the battle over a substation in Lincoln Park.
Why Chicago flooding is getting worse | The Chicago Report
Why is Chicago seeing more frequent and severe flooding? We ask Sun-Times reporter Brett Chase to break down what he's found.
Why is Chicago seeing more frequent and severe flooding? We ask Sun-Times reporter Brett Chase to break down what he's found.
Illinois bill could restrict who can handle explosives, fireworks | The Chicago Report
Some state lawmakers want to tighten the rules around the handling and storage of fireworks and explosives.
Some state lawmakers want to tighten the rules around the handling and storage of fireworks and explosives.
ComEd wants to replace COVID testing site with substation | The Chicago Report
ComEd has its eyes set on a former COVID testing site in Lincoln Park to install a substation, which neighbors are opposed to.
ComEd has its eyes set on a former COVID testing site in Lincoln Park to install a substation, which neighbors are opposed to.
Chicago sees uptick in crime in April | The Chicago Report
The number of shootings and homicides are on the rise in Chicago through the first quarter of 2026, according to new crime data.
The number of shootings and homicides are on the rise in Chicago through the first quarter of 2026, according to new crime data.
Chicago mayor blasts bill tied to new Bears stadium | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday criticized state lawmakers' efforts to push through a piece of legislation the Chicago Bears say is necessary to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday criticized state lawmakers' efforts to push through a piece of legislation the Chicago Bears say is necessary to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.
Chicago mayor bashes effort to pass bill tied to Bears stadium as ‘short-sighted’
Johnson said he didn't know why anyone who represents Chicago would back the effort to allow the Bears to move to Arlington Heights.
Johnson said he didn't know why anyone who represents Chicago would back the effort to allow the Bears to move to Arlington Heights.
Chicago mayor to lobby state lawmakers to preserve $12M in potential lost revenue
Johnson and other suburban mayors say the loss of state revenue would impact local governments' ability to provide key services.
Johnson and other suburban mayors say the loss of state revenue would impact local governments' ability to provide key services.