Chicago business, labor leaders look ahead to hosting another DNC in 2028
Chicago could host the DNC again in 2028, and local business and civic leaders say the city is well prepared to handle the event again.
Chicago could host the DNC again in 2028, and local business and civic leaders say the city is well prepared to handle the event again.
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.
New legislation would tax billionaires for $3K payouts to US households
The proposed legislation promises $3,000 payouts to families earning under $150K.
The proposed legislation promises $3,000 payouts to families earning under $150K.
Kristi Noem defends department's immigration enforcement tactics during Senate hearing
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testified in the Senate amid criticism over immigration enforcement actions tied to President Donald Trump's deportation push.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testified in the Senate amid criticism over immigration enforcement actions tied to President Donald Trump's deportation push.
Here's what most Americans say the country's top problem is – and it's a familiar one
A new poll is revealing Americans’ top concern in February. Here’s what the survey found.
A new poll is revealing Americans’ top concern in February. Here’s what the survey found.
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.
Here's what Bill Clinton said about JB Pritzker during Epstein deposition
New video from President Clinton's deposition on Jeffrey Epstein last week included a reference to Gov. JB Pritzker.
New video from President Clinton's deposition on Jeffrey Epstein last week included a reference to Gov. JB Pritzker.
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.
Trump to attend White House correspondents' dinner for the 1st time as president
President Donald Trump announced he will attend next month’s White House Correspondents’ Association dinner as the honoree, marking his first appearance at the event since becoming president.
President Donald Trump announced he will attend next month’s White House Correspondents’ Association dinner as the honoree, marking his first appearance at the event since becoming president.
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.
ICE won't be tolerated at Chicago-area polling places, clerk says
ICE agents will not be welcome at suburban polling stations, warns a DuPage County clerk.
ICE agents will not be welcome at suburban polling stations, warns a DuPage County clerk.