Jan Schakowsky, longtime U.S. rep for Chicago’s north suburbs, won’t run for reelection in 2026
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, who's been in Congress for more than 25 years, said she will not run for another term in 2026.
Rep. Jan Schakowsky, who's been in Congress for more than 25 years, said she will not run for another term in 2026.
Dolton swears in new mayor, ending Tiffany Henyard's scandal-plagued tenure
The Village of Dolton officially has a new mayor, marking the end of the tumultuous tenure of Tiffany Henyard.
The Village of Dolton officially has a new mayor, marking the end of the tumultuous tenure of Tiffany Henyard.
Funeral arrangements for former Illinois Gov. George Ryan announced
Funeral arrangements for former Illinois Gov. George Ryan, who died Friday at the age of 91, have been announced.
Funeral arrangements for former Illinois Gov. George Ryan, who died Friday at the age of 91, have been announced.
Pritzker and Ocasio-Cortez: A billionaire and a former bartender emerge as Trump resistance leaders
Gov. JB Pritzker of Illinois and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York, have seen their national profiles rise by delivering messages that excite a demoralized and fractured party.
Gov. JB Pritzker of Illinois and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York, have seen their national profiles rise by delivering messages that excite a demoralized and fractured party.
Remembering George Ryan who died Friday at 91
Former Illinois Gov. George Ryan died Friday after a brief hospice stay.
Former Illinois Gov. George Ryan died Friday after a brief hospice stay.
Paris on Politics: Trump vs. Illinois on sanctuary cities, DEI and Medicaid
The Trump administration wants to end sanctuary cities, DEI programs, and slash programs people in Illinois depend on, like Medicaid. Now, the battle heads to the courts. Plus, is Chicago's proposed teen curfew constitutional? FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
The Trump administration wants to end sanctuary cities, DEI programs, and slash programs people in Illinois depend on, like Medicaid. Now, the battle heads to the courts. Plus, is Chicago's proposed teen curfew constitutional? FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Former IL governor and political giant George Ryan dies at 91
Former Illinois Gov. George Ryan died Friday after a brief hospice stay.
Former Illinois Gov. George Ryan died Friday after a brief hospice stay.
Former Illinois Gov. George Ryan dies at 91
Former Illinois Gov. George Ryan died Friday after a brief hospice stay.
Former Illinois Gov. George Ryan died Friday after a brief hospice stay.
Chicago's curfew debate: Is it constitutional? | Paris on Politics
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Paris on Politics: Unit overseeing Metra, CTA, and Pace wants to cut wait times in half. Will lawmakers pay?
Metra, CTA, and Pace face a $770 million shortfall, and the Regional Transportation Authority is hoping that lawmakers will not only provide the necessary funds to avoid any transit troubles but also enough to cut wait times in half. Plus, the Chicago City Council goes back and forth about the pros and cons of a so-called "snap curfew." What we know. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Metra, CTA, and Pace face a $770 million shortfall, and the Regional Transportation Authority is hoping that lawmakers will not only provide the necessary funds to avoid any transit troubles but also enough to cut wait times in half. Plus, the Chicago City Council goes back and forth about the pros and cons of a so-called "snap curfew." What we know. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Chicago's 'doomsday' transit crisis: Lawmakers near deal to plug $770M gap
State lawmakers say they’ve reached an agreement on several aspects of a major transit funding bill that would help the CTA, Pace and Metra avoid a collective $770 million fiscal cliff.
State lawmakers say they’ve reached an agreement on several aspects of a major transit funding bill that would help the CTA, Pace and Metra avoid a collective $770 million fiscal cliff.
Paris on Politics: Metra/CTA/Pace face $770M shortfall, but is a deal close?
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Paris on Politics: Chicago curfew debate, Mayor Johnson in Springfield, transit troubles
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
'They should've been here': Chicago alderman debate new curfew for teens
The Chicago City Council on Wednesday went back and forth about the pros and cons of a so-called "snap curfew."
The Chicago City Council on Wednesday went back and forth about the pros and cons of a so-called "snap curfew."
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson pushes for more city funding in Springfield
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is in Springfield today, advocating for more money for the city.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is in Springfield today, advocating for more money for the city.
Brandon Johnson heads to Springfield to push for city funding
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is in Springfield today, advocating for more money for the city.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is in Springfield today, advocating for more money for the city.
Paris on Politics: Pritzker 2028? And what are the odds the Bears move to Arlington Heights?
Pritzker 2028? The Illinois governor called out "do-nothing" Democrats in a speech on Sunday in New Hampshire, a possible sign he's interested in running. And what are the odds the Bears will move to Arlington Heights? A panel joins ?Paris on Politics? to weigh in. Plus, a one-on-one with Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, who is running to replace Sen. Dick Durbin. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Pritzker 2028? The Illinois governor called out "do-nothing" Democrats in a speech on Sunday in New Hampshire, a possible sign he's interested in running. And what are the odds the Bears will move to Arlington Heights? A panel joins ?Paris on Politics? to weigh in. Plus, a one-on-one with Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, who is running to replace Sen. Dick Durbin. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Tammy Duckworth endorses Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton for U.S. Senate run
Sen. Tammy Duckworth endorsed Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton in her 2026 bid for the U.S. Senate.
Sen. Tammy Duckworth endorsed Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton in her 2026 bid for the U.S. Senate.
Who could replace Dick Durbin in the U.S. Senate?
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin said he won’t seek re-election to his seat which will clear the way for a wide open race to replace him within the Democratic party.
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin said he won’t seek re-election to his seat which will clear the way for a wide open race to replace him within the Democratic party.
Pritzker backs Stratton in Senate race - could it narrow the field?
Gov. J.B. Pritzker has endorsed Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton as his candidate for the 2026 Senate race, raising questions about whether her early backing will deter other potential contenders.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker has endorsed Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton as his candidate for the 2026 Senate race, raising questions about whether her early backing will deter other potential contenders.