Why Chicago Is overhauling the RTLO to protect tenants | The Chicago Report
Chicago Department of Housing Commissioner Lissette Castañeda breaks down the Protecting Renters Ordinance, overhauling the city's 40-year-old RLTO.
Chicago Department of Housing Commissioner Lissette Castañeda breaks down the Protecting Renters Ordinance, overhauling the city's 40-year-old RLTO.
Why Chicago community groups have concerns about 'The 78' | The Chicago Report
The CBA for 78 coalition is raising major concerns over how "The 78" mega-development will impact local housing, traffic safety, and community transparency. To ensure the neighborhood isn't left behind, they are calling for TIF funds to be used transparently to benefit all members of the public. Angela Lin with People Matter explains.
The CBA for 78 coalition is raising major concerns over how "The 78" mega-development will impact local housing, traffic safety, and community transparency. To ensure the neighborhood isn't left behind, they are calling for TIF funds to be used transparently to benefit all members of the public. Angela Lin with People Matter explains.
Is Chicago Public Schools' 'Black Student Success Plan' still happening? | The Chicago Report
Anita Blanton talks to Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova about her article: "Delays in ramping up work on Chicago’s Black Student Success Plan frustrate some advocates." Koumpilova has an update after the U.S. Department of Education’s move to withhold grant dollars over the plan.
Anita Blanton talks to Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova about her article: "Delays in ramping up work on Chicago’s Black Student Success Plan frustrate some advocates." Koumpilova has an update after the U.S. Department of Education’s move to withhold grant dollars over the plan.
City Council blocks mayor's CHA picks, Carol Ammons investigation | The Chicago Report
The City Council blocked Mayor Brandon Johnson's CHA commissioner picks. And, Springfield is still making headlines after launching an investigation into the misconduct allegations against Rep. Carol Ammons. All this and more on "The Chicago Report.
The City Council blocked Mayor Brandon Johnson's CHA commissioner picks. And, Springfield is still making headlines after launching an investigation into the misconduct allegations against Rep. Carol Ammons. All this and more on "The Chicago Report.
IL House committee to investigate Rep. Carol Ammons following indictment | The Chicago Report
Anita Blanton discusses the Illinois House special committee investigating Rep. Carol Ammons following an indictment on charges of wire fraud. Rep. Tom Weber explains why he signed the petition to create the committee.
Anita Blanton discusses the Illinois House special committee investigating Rep. Carol Ammons following an indictment on charges of wire fraud. Rep. Tom Weber explains why he signed the petition to create the committee.
Council committee blocks Mayor Johnson's CHA board picks | The Chicago Report
The battle over leadership at the Chicago Housing Authority isn’t going away. Today, Mayor Johnson faced more pushback from the City Council housing committee regarding his CHA board commissioner appointees: John Bartlett, Hipolito Roldan and Ramona Westbrook.
The battle over leadership at the Chicago Housing Authority isn’t going away. Today, Mayor Johnson faced more pushback from the City Council housing committee regarding his CHA board commissioner appointees: John Bartlett, Hipolito Roldan and Ramona Westbrook.
School board race, no vote on parking meter deal | The Chicago Report
The CTU's house of delegates just endorsed 14 people in the Chicago School Board of Election. And, the latest on the city's parking meter deal. We break it all down on "The Chicago Report."
The CTU's house of delegates just endorsed 14 people in the Chicago School Board of Election. And, the latest on the city's parking meter deal. We break it all down on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago alders weigh $9.5M settlement, parking meter lease and The 78
From a multimillion-dollar wrongful conviction settlement to Chicago's parking meter lease and The 78 development, here's what's on the Finance Committee's agenda Monday.
From a multimillion-dollar wrongful conviction settlement to Chicago's parking meter lease and The 78 development, here's what's on the Finance Committee's agenda Monday.
Illinois' assault weapons ban, school board ballot brawl | The Chicago Report
Illinois' assault weapons ban survived another legal challenge, but this very likely won't be the last. And, Chicago's first fully-elected school board race is turning into a ballot brawl. More on The Chicago Report.
Illinois' assault weapons ban survived another legal challenge, but this very likely won't be the last. And, Chicago's first fully-elected school board race is turning into a ballot brawl. More on The Chicago Report.
Microplastics in Illinois drinking water? Lawmaker pushes for EPA monitoring
Illinois researchers say they found microplastics in Lake Michigan and the Chicago River. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi joins Good Day Chicago to discuss efforts to urge the EPA to monitor microplastics.
Illinois researchers say they found microplastics in Lake Michigan and the Chicago River. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi joins Good Day Chicago to discuss efforts to urge the EPA to monitor microplastics.
Millionaire tax push, special session for CPS funding? | The Chicago Report
Former Gov. Pat Quinn and State Rep. LaShawn Ford filed paperwork today in an effort to push for the millionaire's tax in Chicago. And, will there be a special session in Springfield to help secure CPS funding? All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Former Gov. Pat Quinn and State Rep. LaShawn Ford filed paperwork today in an effort to push for the millionaire's tax in Chicago. And, will there be a special session in Springfield to help secure CPS funding? All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Former Gov. Pat Quinn pushing 'Millionaire Amendment' to lower Illinois property taxes
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn says Illinois homeowners are paying some of the highest property taxes in the nation, and he believes a new tax on millionaires could help provide relief.
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn says Illinois homeowners are paying some of the highest property taxes in the nation, and he believes a new tax on millionaires could help provide relief.
Former Gov. Quinn pushing 'Millionaire Amendment' to lower Illinois property taxes
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn says Illinois homeowners are paying some of the highest property taxes in the nation, and he believes a new tax on millionaires could help provide relief.
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn says Illinois homeowners are paying some of the highest property taxes in the nation, and he believes a new tax on millionaires could help provide relief.
Chicago US attorney Andrew Boutros appears in court after alleged court order violation
One of Chicago's top federal prosecutors was in court this morning after allegedly discussing charges that were still sealed by a court order. FOX Chicago's Se Kwon has the latest from the hearing.
One of Chicago's top federal prosecutors was in court this morning after allegedly discussing charges that were still sealed by a court order. FOX Chicago's Se Kwon has the latest from the hearing.
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley lays out priorities in run for Chicago mayor
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley is running for Chicago mayor after 17 years serving in D.C. Hear from himself why he's deciding to make the switch.
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley is running for Chicago mayor after 17 years serving in D.C. Hear from himself why he's deciding to make the switch.
New legislation proposed to help keep Bears in Illinois
There is a push to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois. A state representative filed new legislation that amends property tax code in order to help local communities in certifying certain projects as megaprojects.
There is a push to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois. A state representative filed new legislation that amends property tax code in order to help local communities in certifying certain projects as megaprojects.
Illinois state rep. indicted, protecting renters ordinance | The Chicago Report
A federal grand jury has indicted Democratic Rep. Carol Ammons and her husband on wire fraud charges. And, what does the protecting renters ordinance do? We break it all down in this episode of "The Chicago Report."
A federal grand jury has indicted Democratic Rep. Carol Ammons and her husband on wire fraud charges. And, what does the protecting renters ordinance do? We break it all down in this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Boutros resignation resolution passed, new Chicago mayoral race candidate | The Chicago Report
A City Council committee has passed a resolution calling on Chicago's top federal prosecutor to resign. And, cardiologist Dr. Lisa Nee has made her mayoral bid. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
A City Council committee has passed a resolution calling on Chicago's top federal prosecutor to resign. And, cardiologist Dr. Lisa Nee has made her mayoral bid. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
New Illinois law expands camera use in long-term facilities
Safety has been a concern in places like group homes and now Illinois is taking another step toward giving families of those living there peace of mind. Gov. Pritzker just signed a law expanding the optional use of cameras inside them. State Sen. Graciela Guzman joins us.
Safety has been a concern in places like group homes and now Illinois is taking another step toward giving families of those living there peace of mind. Gov. Pritzker just signed a law expanding the optional use of cameras inside them. State Sen. Graciela Guzman joins us.
Race for Chicago mayor just got bigger
A Chicago cardiologist and former nurse has announced she is running to become the city's next mayor.
A Chicago cardiologist and former nurse has announced she is running to become the city's next mayor.