Weed industry watches end to Illinois legislative session
Some Illinois cannabis business owners are wondering what comes next. They're asking lawmakers to relax a security requirement they say is costly and outdated.
Some Illinois cannabis business owners are wondering what comes next. They're asking lawmakers to relax a security requirement they say is costly and outdated.
As session nears, all eyes on megaprojects bill and Bears' future
It's the last weekend for the Illinois legislative session and attention is on the megaprojects bill. It's legislation directly tied to the Chicago Bears and a potential move to Arlington Heights.
It's the last weekend for the Illinois legislative session and attention is on the megaprojects bill. It's legislation directly tied to the Chicago Bears and a potential move to Arlington Heights.
Illinois lawmakers race clock on Bears stadium mega-project deal
With just days left in the legislative session, Illinois lawmakers are scrambling to finalize a mega-project bill aimed at keeping the Chicago Bears in-state, while key details and competing proposals remain in flux.
With just days left in the legislative session, Illinois lawmakers are scrambling to finalize a mega-project bill aimed at keeping the Chicago Bears in-state, while key details and competing proposals remain in flux.
Still unclear what will happen with Illinois megaprojects bill to keep the Bears
There are now only three days left of the Illinois legislative session. And you may be wondering whether the megaprojects bill - tied to the Chicago Bears -- will pass before Sunday. Bret Buganski shows you why there is still uncertainty.
There are now only three days left of the Illinois legislative session. And you may be wondering whether the megaprojects bill - tied to the Chicago Bears -- will pass before Sunday. Bret Buganski shows you why there is still uncertainty.
Splitting Illinois into two states, movement on Bears' stadium bill? | The Chicago Report
A local group wants to separate Illinois into two states, and it's gaining support. And, what is happening during legislative session in Springfield? All this and more, on The Chicago Report.
A local group wants to separate Illinois into two states, and it's gaining support. And, what is happening during legislative session in Springfield? All this and more, on The Chicago Report.
Migrant arrivals linked to homelessness spike | The Chicago Report
A new UIC report finds Latino homelessness in Illinois is on the rise. It brings up two factors -- a migrant influx and a lack of housing. But, the problem is bigger than it looks on the surface.
A new UIC report finds Latino homelessness in Illinois is on the rise. It brings up two factors -- a migrant influx and a lack of housing. But, the problem is bigger than it looks on the surface.
Senate Dems introduce housing legislation package | The Chicago Report
Senate Democrats came out with surprise legislation when it comes to housing in Illinois. There's eight bills and three days left in session. Here's what we know.
Senate Democrats came out with surprise legislation when it comes to housing in Illinois. There's eight bills and three days left in session. Here's what we know.
Group wants to split Illinois into two states | The Chicago Report
Some want to split Illinois into two states and it's gaining traction beyond rural counties. In fact, it's reached the Chicago suburbs.
Some want to split Illinois into two states and it's gaining traction beyond rural counties. In fact, it's reached the Chicago suburbs.
Illinois bill would make it easier for families to care for aging parents at home
State Representative Jed Davis discusses proposed legislation designed to help Illinois families add small backyard dwellings for elderly loved ones as housing and nursing home costs continue to rise.
State Representative Jed Davis discusses proposed legislation designed to help Illinois families add small backyard dwellings for elderly loved ones as housing and nursing home costs continue to rise.
Illinois lawmakers race toward session deadline as Bears stadium debate heats up
Capitol News Illinois Editor-in-Chief Jerry Nowicki breaks down the frantic final days in Springfield, including the future of the Chicago Bears stadium proposal, new AI and insurance bills, and debates over cell phone restrictions in schools.
Capitol News Illinois Editor-in-Chief Jerry Nowicki breaks down the frantic final days in Springfield, including the future of the Chicago Bears stadium proposal, new AI and insurance bills, and debates over cell phone restrictions in schools.
Alderman pushing to penalize parents in teen takeovers | The Chicago Report
We're bringing in local activist Ja'Mal Green, to react to the Brandon Johnson's narrative about Memorial Day weekend. Mainstream news outlets reported zero homicides by gunfire over the holiday, but you publicly claim there were actually two
We're bringing in local activist Ja'Mal Green, to react to the Brandon Johnson's narrative about Memorial Day weekend. Mainstream news outlets reported zero homicides by gunfire over the holiday, but you publicly claim there were actually two
Rideshare workers rally to unionize | The Chicago Report
Illinois could be making labor history soon. A bill heading to the state senate floor would allow 100,000 rideshare drivers to unionize. Federal law classifies Uber and Lyft drivers as independent contractors, but this measure would let them bargain sector-wide for better pay and safety. Joining us now to break down the push before Sunday's spring deadline is Ronnie Gonzalez with the Illinois Drivers Alliance.
Illinois could be making labor history soon. A bill heading to the state senate floor would allow 100,000 rideshare drivers to unionize. Federal law classifies Uber and Lyft drivers as independent contractors, but this measure would let them bargain sector-wide for better pay and safety. Joining us now to break down the push before Sunday's spring deadline is Ronnie Gonzalez with the Illinois Drivers Alliance.
Alderman pushing to penalize parents in teen takeovers | The Chicago Report
We're bringing in local activist Ja'Mal Green, to react to the Brandon Johnson's narrative about Memorial Day weekend. Mainstream news outlets reported zero homicides by gunfire over the holiday, but you publicly claim there were actually two.
We're bringing in local activist Ja'Mal Green, to react to the Brandon Johnson's narrative about Memorial Day weekend. Mainstream news outlets reported zero homicides by gunfire over the holiday, but you publicly claim there were actually two.
Illinois lawmakers honor longtime Sen. Dick Durbin ahead of retirement
Longtime U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) was honored by state lawmakers as he addressed the General Assembly just months before his retirement from Congress.
Longtime U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) was honored by state lawmakers as he addressed the General Assembly just months before his retirement from Congress.
Chicago Board of Education candidates file to run in historic election
Candidates filed to run for a historic election to the 21-member Chicago Board of Education this November.
Candidates filed to run for a historic election to the 21-member Chicago Board of Education this November.
Chicago mayor talks teen takeovers ahead of trip to visit Pope Leo
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke about the violent Memorial Day weekend in the city that saw multiple arrests and teen takeovers ahead of his trip to see Pope Leo.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke about the violent Memorial Day weekend in the city that saw multiple arrests and teen takeovers ahead of his trip to see Pope Leo.
Bears stadium tax analysis, microplastics in our water | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing has the biggest stories of the day in this edition of The Chicago Report.
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing has the biggest stories of the day in this edition of The Chicago Report.
Trump weighs in on violent Chicago Memorial Day weekend | The Chicago Report
President Trump criticized Chicago leaders after a violent Memorial Day weekend, which featured a mass shooting and multiple teen takeovers.
President Trump criticized Chicago leaders after a violent Memorial Day weekend, which featured a mass shooting and multiple teen takeovers.
New report on microplastics in Illinois waterways | The Chicago Report
Microplastics are showing up in many of Illinois' waterways, according to a new report. We talk to a UIC professor on the topic.
Microplastics are showing up in many of Illinois' waterways, according to a new report. We talk to a UIC professor on the topic.
Impact of megaprojects bill on a new Bears stadium, taxes | The Chicago Report
The Cook County Treasurer's Office released a new analysis of the tax implications of the so-called "megaprojects" bill on a new Bears stadium and local taxpayers.
The Cook County Treasurer's Office released a new analysis of the tax implications of the so-called "megaprojects" bill on a new Bears stadium and local taxpayers.