RTA director weighs in on new transit legislation | The Chicago Report
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Kirk Dillard, executive director of the RTA, the governing body that oversees CTA Pace and Metra, weighs in on the new transit legislation.

Judge finds multiple federal agent violations | The Chicago Report
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Judge Sara Ellis issued an injunction on Thursday, restricting the use of force and tear gas against protesters by federal agents.

Illinois Dems celebrate $1.5B transit investment for Chicago area
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State leaders tout new legislation they say will make CTA, Metra, and Pace cleaner, safer, and more reliable — while Republicans criticize diverting road funds and highway toll hikes to pay for the ambitious plan.

Illinois Republicans criticize new energy bill | ChicagoLIVE
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Illinois Republican State Senator Jason Plummer warns the new Clean and Reliable Grid Act could hike energy bills and shift power to state agencies. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

Former FBI agents explains ‘do-over’ in Chicago gang trial | ChicagoLIVE
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Former FBI specialist Ross Rice explains why two major Chicago gang cases are headed for retrial. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

New report gives Illinois lawmakers high grades on gun safety |ChicagoLIVE
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A new gun safety report card shows 60% of state legislators received an A for supporting laws aimed at reducing gun violence. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

Chicago alders want more budget hearings | ChicagoLIVE
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Alderman Matt O'Shea talks Mayor Johnson's 2026 budget proposal. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

Durbin meets with Little Village students after peaceful protest

Illinois Senator Dick Durbin showing some recognitions for Little Village students who took part in a peaceful protest.

Illinois drivers to pay more in tolls under $1.5B transit rescue plan
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Illinois lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion transit overhaul funded partly by a 45-cent toll hike. Supporters call it a lifeline for CTA, Pace, and Metra, while critics say it shortchanges downstate projects.

Illinois lawmakers approve new $1.5B plan to fund CTA, Metra and Pace

Illinois lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion public transit funding package early Friday, averting a looming "fiscal cliff" that threatened service for CTA, Metra and Pace riders.