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.
Virginia voters back redistricting plan, here’s what that means for seats in Congress
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a mid‑decade redistricting plan that could improve Democrats’ chances of picking up as many as four additional U.S. House seats in November’s midterm elections, which will determine control of a narrowly divided Congress.
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a mid‑decade redistricting plan that could improve Democrats’ chances of picking up as many as four additional U.S. House seats in November’s midterm elections, which will determine control of a narrowly divided Congress.
Child Social Media Safety Act advances, SAFE-T Act Reform | The Chicago Report
The Child Social Media Safety Act has advanced in the House, and the mother of Megan Bos is pushing for SAFE-T Act reform in Illinois. All this and more, on "The Chicago Report."
The Child Social Media Safety Act has advanced in the House, and the mother of Megan Bos is pushing for SAFE-T Act reform in Illinois. All this and more, on "The Chicago Report."
Mother of Illinois woman found dead pushes for SAFE-T Act reform
The mother of an Antioch woman found dead last year is now at the center of a new push to reform Illinois’ SAFE-T Act.
The mother of an Antioch woman found dead last year is now at the center of a new push to reform Illinois’ SAFE-T Act.
Affordable housing in Illinois at a tipping point | The Chicago Report
Housing advocates are sounding the alarm over an affordable housing tax credit that's set to expire.
Housing advocates are sounding the alarm over an affordable housing tax credit that's set to expire.
Chicagoans to choose 21 new school board members | The Chicago Report
We're six months out from Chicago's historic school board election and millions of dollars are already moving behind the scenes. Joining us to break it all down is Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova.
We're six months out from Chicago's historic school board election and millions of dollars are already moving behind the scenes. Joining us to break it all down is Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova.
Illinois looks to crack down on addictive social media | The Chicago Report
Illinois lawmakers are advancing the Child Social Media Safety Act, which aims to crack down on addictive social media feeds.
Illinois lawmakers are advancing the Child Social Media Safety Act, which aims to crack down on addictive social media feeds.
Illinois lawmakers weigh mega projects bill, millionaire's tax | The Chicago Report
State lawmakers are busy this week as they debate several big pieces of legislation, including the so-called mega projects bill that the Chicago Bears say is key to building a new domed stadium.
State lawmakers are busy this week as they debate several big pieces of legislation, including the so-called mega projects bill that the Chicago Bears say is key to building a new domed stadium.
Kash Patel sues The Atlantic over article alleging 'excessive drinking' while working
FBI Director Kash Patel sued The Atlantic for $250 million, calling an article about him a "malicious hit piece."
FBI Director Kash Patel sued The Atlantic for $250 million, calling an article about him a "malicious hit piece."
Mother of Megan Bos calls for SAFE-T Act reform
This month marks one year since Megan Bos's body was found and in response, her mother Jennifer is breaking her silence. She's now backing House Bill 41-04, which would give judges broader discretion to deny pre-trial release.
This month marks one year since Megan Bos's body was found and in response, her mother Jennifer is breaking her silence. She's now backing House Bill 41-04, which would give judges broader discretion to deny pre-trial release.
Gas prices remain unstable as the Iran War continues
President Trump is extending an Iran ceasefire indefinitely but says the blockade will remain. Amalia Roy reports on what this could mean for gas prices.
President Trump is extending an Iran ceasefire indefinitely but says the blockade will remain. Amalia Roy reports on what this could mean for gas prices.
Illinois lawmakers consider millionaire’s tax to pay for property tax relief, schools
Lawmakers are weighing a surtax on millionaires that could pay for property tax relief and public education.
Lawmakers are weighing a surtax on millionaires that could pay for property tax relief and public education.