Chicago weighs another DNC bid as leaders review what worked — and what didn’t
As Chicago considers hosting the Democratic National Convention again in 2028 or 2032, city leaders are balancing a record $371 million economic boost against concerns from downtown businesses that struggled with security restrictions and uneven foot traffic.
As Chicago considers hosting the Democratic National Convention again in 2028 or 2032, city leaders are balancing a record $371 million economic boost against concerns from downtown businesses that struggled with security restrictions and uneven foot traffic.
Pritzker expects ‘progress’ on Illinois bill eyed by Bears when lawmakers resume work
Gov. Pritzker appeared optimistic about progress on a bill the Bears want passed by lawmakers, even as they left for a break.
Gov. Pritzker appeared optimistic about progress on a bill the Bears want passed by lawmakers, even as they left for a break.
Senator presses Kristi Noem on shooting of Marimar Martinez
A shooting on the streets of Chicago was a topic of debate on Capitol Hill today. Kristi Noem is facing questions in the Senate about immigration and the ICE agent who shot Marimar Martinez.
A shooting on the streets of Chicago was a topic of debate on Capitol Hill today. Kristi Noem is facing questions in the Senate about immigration and the ICE agent who shot Marimar Martinez.
Pritzker: Clinton ‘clearly mistaken’ after Epstein flight claim is recanted
Gov. J.B. Pritzker says former President Bill Clinton was “clearly mistaken” after Clinton recanted deposition comments suggesting Pritzker traveled on Jeffrey Epstein’s plane, with the governor insisting he never flew on the aircraft.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker says former President Bill Clinton was “clearly mistaken” after Clinton recanted deposition comments suggesting Pritzker traveled on Jeffrey Epstein’s plane, with the governor insisting he never flew on the aircraft.
DHS chief Kristi Noem faces tense Senate hearing amid ICE backlash and funding fight
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testified before the Senate as Democrats pressed her over deadly immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota, disputed terrorism language and continued to block DHS funding.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testified before the Senate as Democrats pressed her over deadly immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota, disputed terrorism language and continued to block DHS funding.
Clinton mentions Pritzker during Epstein deposition
New video from Bill Clinton's Jeffrey Epstein deposition last week shows a reference to Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker.
New video from Bill Clinton's Jeffrey Epstein deposition last week shows a reference to Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker.
Illinois Democrats propose independent commission to investigate state ties to Epstein
Illinois Democrats on Monday introduced legislation to create an independent state commission to investigate potential Illinois connections to Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking operation, arguing the state has the authority to examine whether Illinois laws were broken.
Illinois Democrats on Monday introduced legislation to create an independent state commission to investigate potential Illinois connections to Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking operation, arguing the state has the authority to examine whether Illinois laws were broken.
Reaction to US strikes on Iran; Should pot users be able to own guns? | The Chicago Report
The Chicago Report explores the biggest issues of the day in Chicago and around the country and world.
The Chicago Report explores the biggest issues of the day in Chicago and around the country and world.
Illinois Democrats propose independent commission to investigate state ties to Epstein
Illinois Democrats on Monday introduced legislation to create an independent state commission to investigate potential Illinois connections to Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking operation, arguing the state has the authority to examine whether Illinois laws were broken.
Illinois Democrats on Monday introduced legislation to create an independent state commission to investigate potential Illinois connections to Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking operation, arguing the state has the authority to examine whether Illinois laws were broken.
SCOTUS to rule on whether marijuana users can own guns | The Chicago Report
The U.S. Supreme Court heard a case challenging the ability of marijuana users to own a gun.
The U.S. Supreme Court heard a case challenging the ability of marijuana users to own a gun.
IL lawmakers push for Epstein investigation | The Chicago Report
Illinois wants to be the first state with a commission to investigate any ties to Jeffrey Epstein. A state lawmaker joined The Chicago Report to discuss the effort.
Illinois wants to be the first state with a commission to investigate any ties to Jeffrey Epstein. A state lawmaker joined The Chicago Report to discuss the effort.
How Iranian Americans are reacting to US airstrikes | The Chicago Report
Prof. Mateo Farzaneh of Northeastern Illinois University, a native of Iran, gives his perspective on the ongoing airstrike campaign by the U.S. and Israel in Iran.
Prof. Mateo Farzaneh of Northeastern Illinois University, a native of Iran, gives his perspective on the ongoing airstrike campaign by the U.S. and Israel in Iran.
Chicago a frontrunner to host DNC in 2028, 2032 | The Chicago Report
Chicago was named among the frontrunners to host the DNC in 2028 and 2032.
Chicago was named among the frontrunners to host the DNC in 2028 and 2032.
Illinois lawmakers propose Epstein Files Investigation Commission with subpoena power
Illinois lawmakers have introduced House Bill 5723 to create an independent “Illinois Epstein Files Investigation Commission” to examine Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged sex trafficking network and its ties to Illinois, with supporters citing survivor safety, unanswered questions, and concerns about corruption as key reasons for the state-led probe.
Illinois lawmakers have introduced House Bill 5723 to create an independent “Illinois Epstein Files Investigation Commission” to examine Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged sex trafficking network and its ties to Illinois, with supporters citing survivor safety, unanswered questions, and concerns about corruption as key reasons for the state-led probe.
Early voting expands to all of Chicago’s 50 Wards for 2026 primary election
Early voting for the 2026 primary election is expanding on Monday across all of Chicago’s 50 wards and suburban Cook County.
Early voting for the 2026 primary election is expanding on Monday across all of Chicago’s 50 wards and suburban Cook County.
AIPAC faces test of its power in Illinois primary as Democrats debate future of Israel relationship
AIPAC is pouring millions of dollars into primary elections this cycle, including in Illinois races for Congress.
AIPAC is pouring millions of dollars into primary elections this cycle, including in Illinois races for Congress.
Illinois elected leaders blast Trump’s military strikes in Iran: ‘No justification’
Illinois political leaders blasted President Trump for the early morning military strikes in Iran on Saturday.
Illinois political leaders blasted President Trump for the early morning military strikes in Iran on Saturday.
Property tax concerns grow amid Bears stadium talks in Illinois
The future home of the Bears may be a competition between Illinois and Indiana state lawmakers.
The future home of the Bears may be a competition between Illinois and Indiana state lawmakers.
Bears stadium battle, Chicago credit rating drops | The Chicago Report
Indiana and Illinois lawmakers are trying to pin down a final deal for the Bears' new stadium. And, Chicago's credit rating takes a hit. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Indiana and Illinois lawmakers are trying to pin down a final deal for the Bears' new stadium. And, Chicago's credit rating takes a hit. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Libertarian candidate for Cook County assessor weighs in | The Chicago Report
Nico Tsatsoulis, libertarian candidate for Cook County assessor, joins us.
Nico Tsatsoulis, libertarian candidate for Cook County assessor, joins us.