Megaprojects bill advances in House, wrongful death lawsuit | The Chicago Report
The 'Megaprojects' bill has advanced in the Illinois House, so what happens next? And, a lawsuit has been filed following a deadly crash at a Chatham summer camp. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
The 'Megaprojects' bill has advanced in the Illinois House, so what happens next? And, a lawsuit has been filed following a deadly crash at a Chatham summer camp. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Trump threatens to shoot boats in Strait of Hormuz | The Chicago Report
President Trump is threatening to shoot and kill any boats laying mines as tension escalates in the Strait of Hormuz. That's after, he posted to Truth Social saying the U.S. military is intensifying its mine clearing efforts there. All the while, a ceasefire remains in place, but questions are growing about what it's really worth if the fighting continues in the strait. We're bringing in Northeastern Illinois University Professor and Iranian native Mateo Farzaneh.
President Trump is threatening to shoot and kill any boats laying mines as tension escalates in the Strait of Hormuz. That's after, he posted to Truth Social saying the U.S. military is intensifying its mine clearing efforts there. All the while, a ceasefire remains in place, but questions are growing about what it's really worth if the fighting continues in the strait. We're bringing in Northeastern Illinois University Professor and Iranian native Mateo Farzaneh.
Lawsuit tied to deadly crash at Chatham summer camp | The Chicago Report
The families of the victims of a fatal crash at a Chatham after-school camp are suing the driver and the camp. Family attorney Lance Northcutt says the tragedy and the culpability goes beyond one person.
The families of the victims of a fatal crash at a Chatham after-school camp are suing the driver and the camp. Family attorney Lance Northcutt says the tragedy and the culpability goes beyond one person.
Megaprojects bill advances in House, what's next? | The Chicago Report
The 'megaprojects' bill has advanced in the House, so what's next? Marc Ganis weighs in.
The 'megaprojects' bill has advanced in the House, so what's next? Marc Ganis weighs in.
Dr. Oz launches 50-state review of Medicaid program oversight
Dr. Mehmet Oz announced an initiative, requiring all 50 states to audit their Medicaid provider networks in a move marking a broader plan to root out waste and fraud across federal benefit programs.
Dr. Mehmet Oz announced an initiative, requiring all 50 states to audit their Medicaid provider networks in a move marking a broader plan to root out waste and fraud across federal benefit programs.
Bears stadium bill clears House as Kam Buckner details next steps | ChicagoLIVE
State Rep. Kam Buckner says Illinois is moving in the right direction on the Bears stadium bill after it passed the House, while noting more negotiations are ahead.
State Rep. Kam Buckner says Illinois is moving in the right direction on the Bears stadium bill after it passed the House, while noting more negotiations are ahead.
Almost half of Americans say economy is in bad shape and getting worse, survey shows
Americans confidence in the economy has plunged based on findings in a new poll, with the widespread pessimism driven in part by soaring gas prices and the U.S.-Iran conflict.
Americans confidence in the economy has plunged based on findings in a new poll, with the widespread pessimism driven in part by soaring gas prices and the U.S.-Iran conflict.
Medical marijuana reclassified as less dangerous drug under new order
The Trump administration is reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug, and also giving licensed operators a major tax break in a historic policy shift.
The Trump administration is reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug, and also giving licensed operators a major tax break in a historic policy shift.
Virginia redistricting update: Judge blocks certification of new congressional maps
A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.
A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.
Millionaire's tax, movement with Bears' 'mega projects' bill | The Chicago Report
The millionaire's tax is up for a committee vote, and new movement on the 'mega projects' bill tied to the Bears new stadium in Arlington Heights. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
The millionaire's tax is up for a committee vote, and new movement on the 'mega projects' bill tied to the Bears new stadium in Arlington Heights. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Former Aloha motel converted into housing | The Chicago Report
An abandoned Cicero Avenue motel in the Ashburn neighborhood is getting a facelift. Now, the former Aloha Motel will become a transitional housing shelter.
An abandoned Cicero Avenue motel in the Ashburn neighborhood is getting a facelift. Now, the former Aloha Motel will become a transitional housing shelter.
Millionaire's tax tied to 'mega projects' bill? | The Chicago Report
The Bears' 'mega projects' bill has been the talk of the town all week. But, another major proposal is now tied to its fate -- the millionaire's tax. Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn joins us.
The Bears' 'mega projects' bill has been the talk of the town all week. But, another major proposal is now tied to its fate -- the millionaire's tax. Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn joins us.
Illinois lawmakers advance ‘mega projects’ bill tied to Bears stadium | The Chicago Report
Illinois lawmakers are advancing a bill that the Chicago Bears have said is necessary for them to build a new stadium in suburban Arlington Heights.
Illinois lawmakers are advancing a bill that the Chicago Bears have said is necessary for them to build a new stadium in suburban Arlington Heights.
Former Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard launches political comeback bid in Georgia
Former Dolton mayor Tiffany Henyard is attempting a political comeback by running unopposed in the Republican primary for a Fulton County, Georgia commissioner seat after relocating amid past controversies over her leadership.
Former Dolton mayor Tiffany Henyard is attempting a political comeback by running unopposed in the Republican primary for a Fulton County, Georgia commissioner seat after relocating amid past controversies over her leadership.
Poll reveals record low support for Congress
Support for Congress has plummeted to near-record lows, with a new poll showing that most Americans disapprove of the institution’s job performance, which is in part fueled by U.S. economic strain and foreign affairs frustration.
Support for Congress has plummeted to near-record lows, with a new poll showing that most Americans disapprove of the institution’s job performance, which is in part fueled by U.S. economic strain and foreign affairs frustration.
Illinois lawmakers consider higher tax rates for top earners, small businesses | ChicagoLIVE
A proposed “millionaires tax” in Illinois could raise the state income tax rate for some small business owners, with the measure advancing out of committee.
A proposed “millionaires tax” in Illinois could raise the state income tax rate for some small business owners, with the measure advancing out of committee.
Illinois House approves ‘mega projects’ bill tied to Bears stadium, will head to Senate
The Illinois House has approved a bill that the Chicago Bears have said is necessary for them to build a new stadium in suburban Arlington Heights.
The Illinois House has approved a bill that the Chicago Bears have said is necessary for them to build a new stadium in suburban Arlington Heights.
Virginia voters approve redistricting plan that could boost Democrats’ House chances
A narrow ballot victory gives Virginia’s Democratic-led legislature temporary control over congressional maps, setting up legal battles as Republicans challenge a move that could expand Democrats’ advantage in the U.S. House.
A narrow ballot victory gives Virginia’s Democratic-led legislature temporary control over congressional maps, setting up legal battles as Republicans challenge a move that could expand Democrats’ advantage in the U.S. House.
Map: These states have approved redistricting plans to influence midterm elections
Virginia has joined six other states in approving new partisan political maps that could influence which party gets control of the House in the November midterms.
Virginia has joined six other states in approving new partisan political maps that could influence which party gets control of the House in the November midterms.
Illinois lawmakers to vote on Bears stadium proposal
Illinois lawmakers are moving the ball forward on legislation to help the Bears build a stadium in northwest suburban Arlington Heights.
Illinois lawmakers are moving the ball forward on legislation to help the Bears build a stadium in northwest suburban Arlington Heights.