Fight over multi-billion dollar quantum computer campus on South Side not over
Two weeks to the day, the Chicago Board of Elections approved a non-binding referendum, which would have allowed March primary voters to question the fate of the $9 billion PSI Quantum computing campus.
Two weeks to the day, the Chicago Board of Elections approved a non-binding referendum, which would have allowed March primary voters to question the fate of the $9 billion PSI Quantum computing campus.
Ted Dabrowski for governor, app to call Congress | The Chicago Report
Tonight: J.B. Pritzker has launched his reelection campaign - we meet one of the republicans hoping to unseat him. CPS is losing students at an alarming rate - and could look vastly different in ten years. Will more schools have to shutter? And how you can personally have a political impact -- the non profit organization coaching voters on how to call and demand things from their elected representatives.
Tonight: J.B. Pritzker has launched his reelection campaign - we meet one of the republicans hoping to unseat him. CPS is losing students at an alarming rate - and could look vastly different in ten years. Will more schools have to shutter? And how you can personally have a political impact -- the non profit organization coaching voters on how to call and demand things from their elected representatives.
Study shows declining CPS enrollment | The Chicago Report
A new study out concludes Chicago Public Schools is losing a staggering 10,000 students every year. And it's lost 100,000 in the last 20 years. How low can the population go, and can the city turn this decline around? Joining us now is Hal Woods of the group Kids First Illinois - who put out the report.
A new study out concludes Chicago Public Schools is losing a staggering 10,000 students every year. And it's lost 100,000 in the last 20 years. How low can the population go, and can the city turn this decline around? Joining us now is Hal Woods of the group Kids First Illinois - who put out the report.
Calling Congress with '5 Calls' app
So do you feel like things are overwhelming these days and you want to make a difference, but you're not sure how? Five-calls is making waves on social media in the wake of the deadly shooting of Alexi Pretti in Minneapolis. It's an app that helps constituents contact members of Congress. As influencers, activists, and everyday people wade into public policy conversations, many are turning to tools like 5 calls to streamline civic engagement. It works by aggregating contact information giving users a direct line to local and federal officials to urge action on issues. Joining us now is Nick O'Neill, the founder of Five Calls.
So do you feel like things are overwhelming these days and you want to make a difference, but you're not sure how? Five-calls is making waves on social media in the wake of the deadly shooting of Alexi Pretti in Minneapolis. It's an app that helps constituents contact members of Congress. As influencers, activists, and everyday people wade into public policy conversations, many are turning to tools like 5 calls to streamline civic engagement. It works by aggregating contact information giving users a direct line to local and federal officials to urge action on issues. Joining us now is Nick O'Neill, the founder of Five Calls.
Ted Dabrowski running for Illinois Gov. | The Chicago Report
Believe it or not - we are only weeks away from early voting here in the 2026 primary elections. There are several contested races to think about - one of them is the race for Governor. J.B. Pritzker is uncontested on the democratic side to seek a third term leading Illinois. But several candidates are vying to be the nominee on the republican side - and tonight we meet one, Ted Dabrowski - a North Shore businessman and former policy analyst for the publication Wirepoints.
Believe it or not - we are only weeks away from early voting here in the 2026 primary elections. There are several contested races to think about - one of them is the race for Governor. J.B. Pritzker is uncontested on the democratic side to seek a third term leading Illinois. But several candidates are vying to be the nominee on the republican side - and tonight we meet one, Ted Dabrowski - a North Shore businessman and former policy analyst for the publication Wirepoints.
New push to protect Illinois workers from extreme cold after subzero week
Days after a dangerous cold snap sent wind chills plunging to 32 degrees below zero across Illinois, state lawmakers are renewing their push for legislation that would protect workers forced to labor outside in extreme weather, saying last week’s deep freeze exposed a glaring gap in workplace safety law.
Days after a dangerous cold snap sent wind chills plunging to 32 degrees below zero across Illinois, state lawmakers are renewing their push for legislation that would protect workers forced to labor outside in extreme weather, saying last week’s deep freeze exposed a glaring gap in workplace safety law.
Illinois workers push for temperature protections
In Illinois, there's no state rules protecting workers from extreme temperatures. So, workers and unions have launched a campaign pushing for a bill that would change that.
In Illinois, there's no state rules protecting workers from extreme temperatures. So, workers and unions have launched a campaign pushing for a bill that would change that.
Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez launches run for Congress
Promising to fight back against the Trump administration, a Chicago alderman has officially announced his run for Congress.
Promising to fight back against the Trump administration, a Chicago alderman has officially announced his run for Congress.
Duckworth clashes with Rubio in tense Senate hearing
Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth sparred with Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a Senate hearing Wednesday.
Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth sparred with Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a Senate hearing Wednesday.
Duckworth clashes with Rubio in tense Senate hearing
Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth sparred with Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a Senate hearing Wednesday.
Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth sparred with Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a Senate hearing Wednesday.
Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez launches run for Congress
Promising to fight back against the Trump administration, a Chicago alderman has officially announced his run for Congress.
Promising to fight back against the Trump administration, a Chicago alderman has officially announced his run for Congress.
Chicago Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez launches run for Congress | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez announced Wednesday he is running for Illinois’ 4th Congressional District seat as an independent following Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia’s retirement.
Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez announced Wednesday he is running for Illinois’ 4th Congressional District seat as an independent following Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia’s retirement.
Welcoming City Ordinance changes, Trump's gun comments | The Chicago Report
Greg Bovino demoted, Chicago City Council spars over changes to the Welcoming City Ordinance, and more all on tonight's episode of "The Chicago Report."
Greg Bovino demoted, Chicago City Council spars over changes to the Welcoming City Ordinance, and more all on tonight's episode of "The Chicago Report."
Bovino out, Homan in | The Chicago Report
The Trump administration is paying a political price, largely for Bovino's bravado and bluster as he has reportedly been sidelined and locked out of his social media accounts. Chicago Sun-Times Reporter Dan Mihalopoulos weighs in.
The Trump administration is paying a political price, largely for Bovino's bravado and bluster as he has reportedly been sidelined and locked out of his social media accounts. Chicago Sun-Times Reporter Dan Mihalopoulos weighs in.
Gun rights groups react to Trump's gun comments | The Chicago Report
Ed Sullivan from the Illinois State Rifle Association and Bill Sack from the Second Amendment Foundation join us to discuss President Trump's recent gun comments.
Ed Sullivan from the Illinois State Rifle Association and Bill Sack from the Second Amendment Foundation join us to discuss President Trump's recent gun comments.
Chicago City Council spars over Welcoming City Ordinance | The Chicago Report
A group of Chicago alders advanced a measure today that would enhance the city's Welcoming Ordinance.
A group of Chicago alders advanced a measure today that would enhance the city's Welcoming Ordinance.
Illinois congresswoman introduces 'Melt ICE Act' to dismantle immigration agency
Rep. Delia Ramirez introduced the “Melt ICE Act,” which would eliminate the Department of Homeland Security and defund ICE and its detention centers.
Rep. Delia Ramirez introduced the “Melt ICE Act,” which would eliminate the Department of Homeland Security and defund ICE and its detention centers.
Chicago leaders push new enforcement powers for sanctuary city ordinance after Minneapolis tragedy
City alders advanced a proposal giving COPA authority to investigate police or officials who violate Chicago’s Welcoming City ordinance, a move leaders say is urgent following this past weekend’s events in Minneapolis.
City alders advanced a proposal giving COPA authority to investigate police or officials who violate Chicago’s Welcoming City ordinance, a move leaders say is urgent following this past weekend’s events in Minneapolis.
Chicago alders move to strengthen 'Welcoming City' ordinance after police cooperation allegations
Chicago City Council members will consider a new measure allowing the Civilian Office of Police Accountability to investigate claims that police assisted federal immigration agents, potentially violating the city’s Welcoming City ordinance.
Chicago City Council members will consider a new measure allowing the Civilian Office of Police Accountability to investigate claims that police assisted federal immigration agents, potentially violating the city’s Welcoming City ordinance.
ICE violating Constitutional rights? Unrest in Minneapolis | The Chicago Report
Is ICE violating Constitutional rights? And the latest in Minneapolis amid heightened ICE activity.
Is ICE violating Constitutional rights? And the latest in Minneapolis amid heightened ICE activity.