Politics

President Trump says a new agreement with Iran could end hostilities, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and launch fresh nuclear talks, but lawmakers and voters remain skeptical that Tehran will uphold its commitments.

A big day of voting at Chicago City Council today.   Aldermen took up key measures like to purchasing the West Loop Greyhound station, outlawing sweepstakes machines in local bars, and cracking down on parents for their kids' misconduct.   Here with me to detail what passed and what didn't is Axios Chicago reporter Monica Eng.

 Hoffman Estates is at the center of a growing fight over data centers, as some residents push back against a proposed 186-acre Plum Farms Project.   Critics-- including state Representative Marty McLaughlin-- warn it could strain power and water supplies and say the plan is moving ahead even after a key planning vote already came out against it.   We’re joined now by Representative McLaughlin.

A big day of voting at Chicago City Council today.   Aldermen took up key measures like to purchasing the West Loop Greyhound station, outlawing sweepstakes machines in local bars, and cracking down on parents for their kids' misconduct.   Here with me to detail what passed and what didn't is Axios Chicago reporter Monica Eng.

Governor Pritzker has signed a new law extending Illinois' Voluntary Pension COLA Buyout Program through 2028.   Supporters say the program has already reduced the state's pension liabilities by billions of dollars and could provide additional budget relief in the years ahead.   Joining us now is state Representative Bob Morgan, the sponsor of the legislation.

As negotiations continue over the Iran peace deal, concerns are rising over unresolved terms. University of Chicago Law School's Pegah Banihashemi breaks down the latest developments.

The City Council also took a vote on a proposal about sweepstakes machines.  Its a vote that could impact bars and restaurants across the city.   Bret Buganski is live at City Hall.

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., has turned green due to algae buildup just weeks after its renovation was completed. Keith Gray of Integrated Lakes Management explains why it’s happening.

A move from Gov. Pritzker has some wondering what it means for their pocketbooks. President and co-founder of American Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Association Howard Greenburg explains why.

Leaders at the G7 have spent significant time discussing a way forward with Iran and have backed President Trump's peace deal. University of Chicago professor Paul Poast breaks down what's happened at the summit so far.

President Trump is ending his G7 trip in Europe while defending a proposed Iran agreement, saying details will be released soon as lawmakers and allies raise questions ahead of a planned signing ceremony Friday.

Gov. Pritzker has signed the 2027 budget. And, a former Chicago alderman has announced he is running for mayor. All this and more on this episode of "The Chicago Report."

The grand opening of the Obama Center is Thursday with the center opening to the public on Friday, coinciding with the Juneteenth holiday. While many are excited to see what's inside, some advocates are concerned about how it's affecting the neighborhood outside.

A major legal battle is brewing over Illinois' new medical aid-in-dying law. The legislation lets doctors help terminally ill adults end adults end their lives with medication.