GOP Rep. Luna links protests to foreign money, says governors could face charges
Florida Congresswoman Ana Paulina Luna tells FOX 32 political editor Paris Schutz that House Republicans are tracking what she calls foreign influence behind recent protests, suggesting links to a China-connected billionaire. Luna says criminal referrals could be on the table for public officials who don?t cooperate with oversight requests and confirms a vote is coming to classify Antifa as a terrorist organization.
Florida Congresswoman Ana Paulina Luna tells FOX 32 political editor Paris Schutz that House Republicans are tracking what she calls foreign influence behind recent protests, suggesting links to a China-connected billionaire. Luna says criminal referrals could be on the table for public officials who don?t cooperate with oversight requests and confirms a vote is coming to classify Antifa as a terrorist organization.
Pritzker: Under Trump, ICE began ?terrorizing? in Chicago
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testified Thursday before a House panel on Illinois' sanctuary policies.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testified Thursday before a House panel on Illinois' sanctuary policies.
Pritzker warns Trump?s National Guard orders risk inflaming tensions
During a congressional hearing on sanctuary state policies, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker warned that President Trump?s decision to override local law enforcement and deploy the National Guard could heighten tensions.
During a congressional hearing on sanctuary state policies, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker warned that President Trump?s decision to override local law enforcement and deploy the National Guard could heighten tensions.
Pritzker questioned about undocumented immigrant charged in deaths of Chicago-area women
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testified Thursday before a House panel on Illinois' sanctuary policies.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testified Thursday before a House panel on Illinois' sanctuary policies.
FULL VIDEO: Pritzker's opening remarks to Congress on sanctuary laws
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testified Thursday before a House panel on Illinois' sanctuary policies.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker testified Thursday before a House panel on Illinois' sanctuary policies.
IL congressman makes glowing remarks about Pritzker ahead of governor's opening statement
At Thursday's immigration hearing, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi -- running for Senate -- made glowing remarks about Gov. JB Pritzker despite the governor endorsing his rival in the race - Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton.
At Thursday's immigration hearing, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi -- running for Senate -- made glowing remarks about Gov. JB Pritzker despite the governor endorsing his rival in the race - Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton.
New Illinois bill would bolster missing person investigations
To say that Illinois? policies regarding missing persons investigations need improvement might be an understatement but State Sen. Michael Hastings and the Cook County Sheriff?s Office are working to do just that.
To say that Illinois? policies regarding missing persons investigations need improvement might be an understatement but State Sen. Michael Hastings and the Cook County Sheriff?s Office are working to do just that.
READ: Pritzker's opening remarks to Congress on sanctuary laws
"Illinois did not ask for this crisis": Gov. JB Pritzker is on Capitol Hill to appear before members of Congress to field questions about the state’s "sanctuary" laws.
"Illinois did not ask for this crisis": Gov. JB Pritzker is on Capitol Hill to appear before members of Congress to field questions about the state’s "sanctuary" laws.
Paris on Politics: Behind the Illinois TRUST Act
The controversial law limits the degree to which local police can cooperate with federal immigration enforcement.
The controversial law limits the degree to which local police can cooperate with federal immigration enforcement.
Paris on Politics: Illinois lawmakers reflect on Pritzker's upcoming testimony, anti-ICE protests
Illinois lawmakers spoke to Paris Schutz on Capitol Hill the day before Gov. Pritzker's congressional testimony.
Illinois lawmakers spoke to Paris Schutz on Capitol Hill the day before Gov. Pritzker's congressional testimony.
Madigan sentencing Friday: Feds seek steep penalty for Illinois political titan
Madigan, one of the most powerful figures in Illinois political history, faces up to 12.5 years in prison and a $1.5 million fine, according to prosecutors.
Madigan, one of the most powerful figures in Illinois political history, faces up to 12.5 years in prison and a $1.5 million fine, according to prosecutors.
US lawmakers from Illinois offer advice to Pritzker ahead of immigration testimony
Sen. Dick Durbin and Rep. Delia Ramirez spoke with FOX 32's Paris Schutz on Wednesday ahead of his Thursday testimony in front of a congressional committee.
Sen. Dick Durbin and Rep. Delia Ramirez spoke with FOX 32's Paris Schutz on Wednesday ahead of his Thursday testimony in front of a congressional committee.
Paris on Politics: National Guard in LA?could Chicago be next?
On this episode of "Paris on Politics," the National Guard faces off against immigrant protests in Los Angeles?could Chicago be next? The Chicago Board of Education is divided over leadership decisions for CPS. Plus, a wealthy soccer owner offers to fund his own stadium, raising questions about whether the White Sox's new billionaire investor might do the same. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
On this episode of "Paris on Politics," the National Guard faces off against immigrant protests in Los Angeles?could Chicago be next? The Chicago Board of Education is divided over leadership decisions for CPS. Plus, a wealthy soccer owner offers to fund his own stadium, raising questions about whether the White Sox's new billionaire investor might do the same. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
FanDuel to add fee on Illinois bets starting this year
FanDuel responds to Illinois tax changes with a new fee for customers. Here's when it takes effect.
FanDuel responds to Illinois tax changes with a new fee for customers. Here's when it takes effect.
Paris on Politics: Chicago sports stadium reboot
Chicago sports fans have a lot to be excited about, including two potential new stadiums breaking ground soon.
Chicago sports fans have a lot to be excited about, including two potential new stadiums breaking ground soon.
Paris on Politics: Search for new Chicago Public Schools CEO
This week, Chicago Public Schools families will learn the name of who will lead the district for the foreseeable future, but the mayor's pick is causing a rift on the school board.
This week, Chicago Public Schools families will learn the name of who will lead the district for the foreseeable future, but the mayor's pick is causing a rift on the school board.
Paris on Politics: Experts on what ICE protests in LA mean for the country
The at-times violent protests in Los Angeles over ICE arrests are causing clashes between the Trump administration and California leaders.
The at-times violent protests in Los Angeles over ICE arrests are causing clashes between the Trump administration and California leaders.
Illinois woman with terminal illness fights for legal right to die
Lombard resident Debra Robertson has been fighting for the legal right to die on her own terms.
Lombard resident Debra Robertson has been fighting for the legal right to die on her own terms.
‘I don’t exist without him’: Madigan’s wife asks for leniency as ex-speaker faces 20 years
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan could face up to 20 years in prison when he is sentenced later this week on federal corruption charges.
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan could face up to 20 years in prison when he is sentenced later this week on federal corruption charges.
Ex-Illinois Speaker Mike Madigan's attorneys ask for no prison time for bribery conviction
Attorneys for ex-Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan are asking that he not be sent to prison for his bribery conviction.
Attorneys for ex-Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan are asking that he not be sent to prison for his bribery conviction.