Chicago mayor answers questions on crime, taxes and a possible reelection run
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins FOX Chicago for an interview covering crime, the city's budget, taxes, public safety leadership and whether he plans to seek reelection.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins FOX Chicago for an interview covering crime, the city's budget, taxes, public safety leadership and whether he plans to seek reelection.
Could the FAIR ordinance and Protecting Renters proposal combine? | The Chicago Report
As Chicago City Council debates the future of tenant and landlord regulations, a standoff is unfolding between Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Protecting Renters Ordinance (PRO) and the alternative Fair Accountability in Rentals (FAIR) Ordinance, brought forward by the Budget Accountability Coalition. 36th Ward Alderman Gilbert Villegas joins The Chicago Report to weigh in on whether a middle ground exists and if the two competing housing proposals can be merged into one policy.
As Chicago City Council debates the future of tenant and landlord regulations, a standoff is unfolding between Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Protecting Renters Ordinance (PRO) and the alternative Fair Accountability in Rentals (FAIR) Ordinance, brought forward by the Budget Accountability Coalition. 36th Ward Alderman Gilbert Villegas joins The Chicago Report to weigh in on whether a middle ground exists and if the two competing housing proposals can be merged into one policy.
Illinois Board votes to keep independent candidates off ballot for 4th district | The Chicago Report
The Illinois State Board of Elections has voted to remove two independent candidates, Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez and former Latino Victory Project executive director Mayra Macías from the ballot in Illinois’ 4th Congressional District. The board accepted hearing officer recommendations that disqualified thousands of petition signatures submitted by both campaigns, leaving them short of the required 10,816 valid signatures. Macías reacts to the ruling with Anita Blanton.
The Illinois State Board of Elections has voted to remove two independent candidates, Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez and former Latino Victory Project executive director Mayra Macías from the ballot in Illinois’ 4th Congressional District. The board accepted hearing officer recommendations that disqualified thousands of petition signatures submitted by both campaigns, leaving them short of the required 10,816 valid signatures. Macías reacts to the ruling with Anita Blanton.
CAIR Chicago talks 'ICE Out' pledge, compensation for midway blitz? | The Chicago Report
Advocates at CAIR-Chicago are backing the "ICE Out" pledge to ensure local elected officials reject money from corporations with ties to immigration enforcement. Plus, the organization weighs in on the Midway Blitz referendum, which seeks to reimburse the city and local businesses for lost revenue following federal enforcement. Jordan Esparza-Kelley joins Anita Blanton.
Advocates at CAIR-Chicago are backing the "ICE Out" pledge to ensure local elected officials reject money from corporations with ties to immigration enforcement. Plus, the organization weighs in on the Midway Blitz referendum, which seeks to reimburse the city and local businesses for lost revenue following federal enforcement. Jordan Esparza-Kelley joins Anita Blanton.
CAIR Chicago talks 'ICE Out' pledge, compensation for midway blitz | The Chicago Report
Advocates at CAIR-Chicago are backing the "ICE Out" pledge to ensure local elected officials reject money from corporations with ties to immigration enforcement. Plus, the organization weighs in on the Midway Blitz referendum, which seeks to reimburse the city and local businesses for lost revenue following federal enforcement. Jordan Esparza-Kelley joins Anita Blanton.
Advocates at CAIR-Chicago are backing the "ICE Out" pledge to ensure local elected officials reject money from corporations with ties to immigration enforcement. Plus, the organization weighs in on the Midway Blitz referendum, which seeks to reimburse the city and local businesses for lost revenue following federal enforcement. Jordan Esparza-Kelley joins Anita Blanton.
Democrats pick ex-Rep. Benton's replacement | Jessica Dixon Heitman joins The Chicago Report
Democratic Party chairs in Will and Kendall counties have appointed Jessica Dixon Heitman to fill the vacancy in Illinois' 97th House District and serve as the Democratic nominee in the upcoming general election. Heitman was officially sworn in following the resignation of former State Representative Harry Benton. We cover Heitman’s appointment, her vision for ethics reform in Springfield and her goals for the 97th District.
Democratic Party chairs in Will and Kendall counties have appointed Jessica Dixon Heitman to fill the vacancy in Illinois' 97th House District and serve as the Democratic nominee in the upcoming general election. Heitman was officially sworn in following the resignation of former State Representative Harry Benton. We cover Heitman’s appointment, her vision for ethics reform in Springfield and her goals for the 97th District.
Jessica Dixon Heitman appointed, Millionaire Tax developments | The Chicago Report
Jessica Dixon Heitman was sworn in on Tuesday to fill the vacancy of ex-Rep. Harry Benton. And, City Council has voted against Mayor Johnson's proposal for a citywide vote on a millionaire tax.
Jessica Dixon Heitman was sworn in on Tuesday to fill the vacancy of ex-Rep. Harry Benton. And, City Council has voted against Mayor Johnson's proposal for a citywide vote on a millionaire tax.
Chicago millionaire tax proposal: Alderman explains the push for a vote
A proposal to create a millionaire tax could soon return to the Chicago City Council. The resolution calls for a state constitutional amendment that would allow voters to decide whether to add a 3% tax on net income over $1 million.
A proposal to create a millionaire tax could soon return to the Chicago City Council. The resolution calls for a state constitutional amendment that would allow voters to decide whether to add a 3% tax on net income over $1 million.
Florida Congressman Cory Mills under active investigation by DOJ: Source to FOX News
Florida Congressman Cory Mills is under active criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice, according to FOX News, citing a source familiar with the matter.
Florida Congressman Cory Mills is under active criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice, according to FOX News, citing a source familiar with the matter.
Landmark U.S.-Saudi Arabia nuclear deal approved by President Trump, reports say
President Trump has approved a major civilian nuclear operation agreement with Saudi Arabia, the Wall Street Journal reports.
President Trump has approved a major civilian nuclear operation agreement with Saudi Arabia, the Wall Street Journal reports.
Lincoln Park bar closes after shooting, Mayra Macias removed from ballot | The Chicago Report
A Lincoln Park bar has closed after a shooting left a person critically wounded. And, Mayra Macias joins us after being removed from the Fourth Congressional District race ballot. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
A Lincoln Park bar has closed after a shooting left a person critically wounded. And, Mayra Macias joins us after being removed from the Fourth Congressional District race ballot. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
2 independent candidates for Rep. 'Chuy' Garcia's seat removed from ballot by state board
The board voted to keep Mayra Macias and Byron Sigcho-Lopez, a Chicago alderman, off the ballot in "Chuy" Garcia's district.
The board voted to keep Mayra Macias and Byron Sigcho-Lopez, a Chicago alderman, off the ballot in "Chuy" Garcia's district.
Chicago SWAT officer shot, 'Certificate of Innocence Act' signed into law | The Chicago Report
A Chicago SWAT officer is expected to make a full recovery after being shot in Albany Park. And, Gov. Pritzker has signed the "Certificate of Innocence Act." All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
A Chicago SWAT officer is expected to make a full recovery after being shot in Albany Park. And, Gov. Pritzker has signed the "Certificate of Innocence Act." All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
The 117th NAACP National Convention is underway at McCormick Place
Celebrities and local leaders took the stage today at the 117th NAACP National Convention at McCormick Place. FOX Chicago's Tia Ewing was there hosting ChicagoLIVE.
Celebrities and local leaders took the stage today at the 117th NAACP National Convention at McCormick Place. FOX Chicago's Tia Ewing was there hosting ChicagoLIVE.
Trump calls for investigation into manual used in climate change cases
President Donald Trump has called for a formal review of a federal reference manual, alleging the updated text relies on "false science" regarding climate change, and claiming that it contains "discredited" information.
President Donald Trump has called for a formal review of a federal reference manual, alleging the updated text relies on "false science" regarding climate change, and claiming that it contains "discredited" information.
Chicago leaders clash over competing renter protection plans
Chicago alderpeople agree renters need stronger protections, but competing proposals have created a divide over how those changes should be implemented.
Chicago alderpeople agree renters need stronger protections, but competing proposals have created a divide over how those changes should be implemented.
Can the US avoid all-out war with Iran? Congressman weighs in
Illinois Congressman Bill Foster discusses the latest U.S. strikes on Iran, the risk of a wider conflict, Iran's nuclear program, rising gas prices and whether a diplomatic solution is still possible.
Illinois Congressman Bill Foster discusses the latest U.S. strikes on Iran, the risk of a wider conflict, Iran's nuclear program, rising gas prices and whether a diplomatic solution is still possible.
Race for Chicago mayor 2027: One potential candidate well ahead in fundraising
One potential 2027 candidate for City Hall is leading the race for fundraising, although the field is still taking shape.
One potential 2027 candidate for City Hall is leading the race for fundraising, although the field is still taking shape.
Trump's tone on Jimmy Carter changes as Iran conflict, inflation test presidency
President Donald Trump is drawing increasing comparisons to former President Jimmy Carter as his administration grapples with an escalating conflict involving Iran, persistent inflation and growing questions about his presidential legacy.
President Donald Trump is drawing increasing comparisons to former President Jimmy Carter as his administration grapples with an escalating conflict involving Iran, persistent inflation and growing questions about his presidential legacy.
Tulsi Gabbard's brother charged after allegedly trying to lure children to Waikīkī hotel room: police
The older brother of former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has been charged after Honolulu police say he allegedly tried to lure several children to his Waikīkī hotel room.
The older brother of former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has been charged after Honolulu police say he allegedly tried to lure several children to his Waikīkī hotel room.