Rideshare workers rally to unionize | The Chicago Report
Illinois could be making labor history soon. A bill heading to the state senate floor would allow 100,000 rideshare drivers to unionize. Federal law classifies Uber and Lyft drivers as independent contractors, but this measure would let them bargain sector-wide for better pay and safety. Joining us now to break down the push before Sunday's spring deadline is Ronnie Gonzalez with the Illinois Drivers Alliance.
Illinois could be making labor history soon. A bill heading to the state senate floor would allow 100,000 rideshare drivers to unionize. Federal law classifies Uber and Lyft drivers as independent contractors, but this measure would let them bargain sector-wide for better pay and safety. Joining us now to break down the push before Sunday's spring deadline is Ronnie Gonzalez with the Illinois Drivers Alliance.
Alderman pushing to penalize parents in teen takeovers | The Chicago Report
We're bringing in local activist Ja'Mal Green, to react to the Brandon Johnson's narrative about Memorial Day weekend. Mainstream news outlets reported zero homicides by gunfire over the holiday, but you publicly claim there were actually two.
We're bringing in local activist Ja'Mal Green, to react to the Brandon Johnson's narrative about Memorial Day weekend. Mainstream news outlets reported zero homicides by gunfire over the holiday, but you publicly claim there were actually two.
Illinois lawmakers honor longtime Sen. Dick Durbin ahead of retirement
Longtime U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) was honored by state lawmakers as he addressed the General Assembly just months before his retirement from Congress.
Longtime U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) was honored by state lawmakers as he addressed the General Assembly just months before his retirement from Congress.
Chicago Board of Education candidates file to run in historic election
Candidates filed to run for a historic election to the 21-member Chicago Board of Education this November.
Candidates filed to run for a historic election to the 21-member Chicago Board of Education this November.
Expert analysis: Cornyn ousted as Trump-backed Paxton wins big in Texas political shakeup
Political analyst Stephen Caliendo breaks down Ken Paxton’s upset victory over Senator John Cornyn, what it says about Trump’s influence over the GOP, and whether Democrats now have a real shot at flipping control of Congress.
Political analyst Stephen Caliendo breaks down Ken Paxton’s upset victory over Senator John Cornyn, what it says about Trump’s influence over the GOP, and whether Democrats now have a real shot at flipping control of Congress.
Chicago mayor talks teen takeovers ahead of trip to visit Pope Leo
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke about the violent Memorial Day weekend in the city that saw multiple arrests and teen takeovers ahead of his trip to see Pope Leo.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke about the violent Memorial Day weekend in the city that saw multiple arrests and teen takeovers ahead of his trip to see Pope Leo.
Waukegan alderperson charged after allegedly casting ballot in dead mother’s name
A Waukegan alderperson is facing criminal charges after authorities say she cast a mail-in ballot in her deceased mother's name.
A Waukegan alderperson is facing criminal charges after authorities say she cast a mail-in ballot in her deceased mother's name.
Biden sues DOJ to block release of his audio interviews
Joe Biden has filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department to try and stop it from releasing the former president’s audio interviews to Congress and a conservative think tank.
Joe Biden has filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department to try and stop it from releasing the former president’s audio interviews to Congress and a conservative think tank.
Trump administration pushes NDAs to curb federal media leaks
The Trump administration wants all current and future federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements, part of a continuing crackdown on leaks to the media.
The Trump administration wants all current and future federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements, part of a continuing crackdown on leaks to the media.
Trump pushes Iraq peace deal as pressure builds on Capitol Hill
President Donald Trump holds a high-stakes Cabinet meeting while facing criticism from some Republicans over a proposed Iraq peace deal and showing renewed political influence in Texas.
President Donald Trump holds a high-stakes Cabinet meeting while facing criticism from some Republicans over a proposed Iraq peace deal and showing renewed political influence in Texas.
Independent candidates file to run for Rep. Chuy Garcia's seat in Congress
Three independent candidates filed to run for U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia's seat in Congress after he ended his bid for re-election at the last minute, which drew widespread criticism.
Three independent candidates filed to run for U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia's seat in Congress after he ended his bid for re-election at the last minute, which drew widespread criticism.
Bears stadium tax analysis, microplastics in our water | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing has the biggest stories of the day in this edition of The Chicago Report.
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing has the biggest stories of the day in this edition of The Chicago Report.
Trump weighs in on violent Chicago Memorial Day weekend | The Chicago Report
President Trump criticized Chicago leaders after a violent Memorial Day weekend, which featured a mass shooting and multiple teen takeovers.
President Trump criticized Chicago leaders after a violent Memorial Day weekend, which featured a mass shooting and multiple teen takeovers.
New report on microplastics in Illinois waterways | The Chicago Report
Microplastics are showing up in many of Illinois' waterways, according to a new report. We talk to a UIC professor on the topic.
Microplastics are showing up in many of Illinois' waterways, according to a new report. We talk to a UIC professor on the topic.
Impact of megaprojects bill on a new Bears stadium, taxes | The Chicago Report
The Cook County Treasurer's Office released a new analysis of the tax implications of the so-called "megaprojects" bill on a new Bears stadium and local taxpayers.
The Cook County Treasurer's Office released a new analysis of the tax implications of the so-called "megaprojects" bill on a new Bears stadium and local taxpayers.
Rahm Emanuel unveils college affordability plan amid 2028 presidential speculation
Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced a new higher education plan at Dartmouth College that would offer free tuition for many families, cap tuition increases, and create incentives for students to earn four-year degrees in just three years.
Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced a new higher education plan at Dartmouth College that would offer free tuition for many families, cap tuition increases, and create incentives for students to earn four-year degrees in just three years.
Watch: RFK Jr. wrangles snakes on Dr. Oz's patio
Video showed Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wrangling a pair of black North American racer snakes at Dr. Mehemet Oz's home on Tuesday.
Video showed Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wrangling a pair of black North American racer snakes at Dr. Mehemet Oz's home on Tuesday.
Who is running for Rep. Chuy Garcia’s congressional seat?
Independent candidates filed to run in the 4th Congressional District after Chuy Garcia abruptly dropped his reelection bid last year.
Independent candidates filed to run in the 4th Congressional District after Chuy Garcia abruptly dropped his reelection bid last year.
Rideshare drivers rally in Springfield to push Illinois union bill | ChicagoLIVE
Hundreds of rideshare drivers are rallying at the Illinois State Capitol to push lawmakers to pass a union bill.
Hundreds of rideshare drivers are rallying at the Illinois State Capitol to push lawmakers to pass a union bill.
Trump, GOP congressional map plans dealt big blows in Alabama and South Carolina
Republicans suffered setbacks in their efforts to redraw congressional maps in two southern states where they hoped to pick up additional seats this fall.
Republicans suffered setbacks in their efforts to redraw congressional maps in two southern states where they hoped to pick up additional seats this fall.