Chicago mayor responds after sudden firings of top public safety aides
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addresses backlash following the abrupt dismissal of key public safety officials and weighs in on questions surrounding the Sheridan Gorman tragedy.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addresses backlash following the abrupt dismissal of key public safety officials and weighs in on questions surrounding the Sheridan Gorman tragedy.
Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin as DHS secretary amid funding shutdown
The Senate has confirmed Markwayne Mullin as Secretary of Homeland Security, placing him in charge of an agency facing a funding shutdown.
The Senate has confirmed Markwayne Mullin as Secretary of Homeland Security, placing him in charge of an agency facing a funding shutdown.
Chicago City Hall drama, student's killing sparks immigration debate | The Chicago Report
A fired aide to Mayor Brandon Johnson details allegations of "hostility" toward law enforcement; the killing of Sheridan Gorman is sparking a debate over sanctuary policies; and the latest on the war in Iran from an NEIU professor.
A fired aide to Mayor Brandon Johnson details allegations of "hostility" toward law enforcement; the killing of Sheridan Gorman is sparking a debate over sanctuary policies; and the latest on the war in Iran from an NEIU professor.
Latest on Iran War detailed by Chicago professor | The Chicago Report
Mateo Farzaneh, a professor at Northeastern Illinois University, joined the show to talk about the latest developments in the Iran War.
Mateo Farzaneh, a professor at Northeastern Illinois University, joined the show to talk about the latest developments in the Iran War.
Killing of Chicago university student sparks sanctuary law debate | The Chicago Report
The killing of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman is getting national attention as the suspect, Jose Medina, is facing murder charges.
The killing of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman is getting national attention as the suspect, Jose Medina, is facing murder charges.
Several states sue Trump administration over ability to regulate greenhouse gases
A coalition of states is suing the Trump administration after the EPA rolled back a key 2009 climate finding on greenhouse gases.
A coalition of states is suing the Trump administration after the EPA rolled back a key 2009 climate finding on greenhouse gases.
Fired aide to Chicago mayor alleges hostility in office | The Chicago Report
A now-fired aide to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is alleging a culture of hostility toward law enforcement in the mayor's office. Manny Whitfield also detailed a personnel dispute that he believes led to his firing.
A now-fired aide to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is alleging a culture of hostility toward law enforcement in the mayor's office. Manny Whitfield also detailed a personnel dispute that he believes led to his firing.
Trump rejects off-ramp to fund DHS as airport delays worsen
President Trump rejected an off-ramp plan that would have reopened all of DHS except for ICE, saying he now wants the Save America Bill attached to any DHS funding compromise.
President Trump rejected an off-ramp plan that would have reopened all of DHS except for ICE, saying he now wants the Save America Bill attached to any DHS funding compromise.
SCOTUS conservatives signal readiness to curb late-arriving mail ballots
The Supreme Court's conservative majority on Monday appeared poised to overturn state laws from Mississippi and other U.S. states that allow for the counting of mail-in ballots received after Election Day.
The Supreme Court's conservative majority on Monday appeared poised to overturn state laws from Mississippi and other U.S. states that allow for the counting of mail-in ballots received after Election Day.
Trump installs Columbus statue near White House, reigniting debate over legacy
A replica statue of Christopher Columbus has been installed near the White House, reflecting President Trump’s renewed effort to honor the explorer despite ongoing controversy over his legacy.
A replica statue of Christopher Columbus has been installed near the White House, reflecting President Trump’s renewed effort to honor the explorer despite ongoing controversy over his legacy.
ICE agents at Atlanta airport in supporting role
ICE agents arrived at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Monday to assist with security line management as TSA staffing shortages cause three-hour wait times.
ICE agents arrived at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Monday to assist with security line management as TSA staffing shortages cause three-hour wait times.
Trump says US speaking with Iranian leader, extends deadline on Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump announced on social media Monday morning that he has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, stating that the U.S. will hold off on power plant strikes for five days.
President Donald Trump announced on social media Monday morning that he has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, stating that the U.S. will hold off on power plant strikes for five days.
Tensions rise as President Trump warns Iran over Strait of Hormuz
William Muck from North Central College analyzes the risks and global implications of President Trump’s ultimatum to Iran, including potential retaliation, energy impacts and shifting international support.
William Muck from North Central College analyzes the risks and global implications of President Trump’s ultimatum to Iran, including potential retaliation, energy impacts and shifting international support.
Expert analysis: Trump threatens Iran over Strait of Hormuz as tensions escalate
A DePaul University professor weighs in on President Trump’s ultimatum to Iran, rising military tensions, and the potential global economic impact if the Strait of Hormuz is disrupted.
A DePaul University professor weighs in on President Trump’s ultimatum to Iran, rising military tensions, and the potential global economic impact if the Strait of Hormuz is disrupted.
ICE agents are being sent to US airports on Monday: What to know
President Trump hasn’t said how ICE will help with airport security, but he did say ICE agents would be arresting “all Illegal Immigrants."
President Trump hasn’t said how ICE will help with airport security, but he did say ICE agents would be arresting “all Illegal Immigrants."
Senate debating SAVE America Act in rare weekend session
The Senate is debating the SAVE America Act in a rare weekend session after President Trump said passing this voting reform was his main priority.
The Senate is debating the SAVE America Act in a rare weekend session after President Trump said passing this voting reform was his main priority.
Robert Mueller, former FBI director, dies at 81
Robert Mueller, the former FBI director who led a polarizing two-year investigation into President Trump’s ties to Russia, has died.
Robert Mueller, the former FBI director who led a polarizing two-year investigation into President Trump’s ties to Russia, has died.
Trump says he'll put ICE agents at airport security if funding bill isn’t passed
As TSA wait times increase amid the shutdown, President Trump said this weekend he’d move ICE agents to do airport security if a funding bill isn’t passed soon.
As TSA wait times increase amid the shutdown, President Trump said this weekend he’d move ICE agents to do airport security if a funding bill isn’t passed soon.
City Council halts wage increase for tipped workers | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz talks about the One Fair Wage discussion, continued fallout after Chicago Deputy Mayor's firing, talking to the architect of a new Soldier Field idea, and the latest hotel tax hike in Chicago.
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz talks about the One Fair Wage discussion, continued fallout after Chicago Deputy Mayor's firing, talking to the architect of a new Soldier Field idea, and the latest hotel tax hike in Chicago.
City Council passes hotel tax - highest in the nation| The Chicago Report
Chicago is ramping up the hotel tax to fund tourism. On Wednesday, city council unanimously voted to create a tourism improvement district, raising hotel taxes to 19% --the highest in the nation. Supporters say it's needed to boost the city's marketing budget. To weigh in, we have Michael Jacobson, President of the Illinois Hotel and Lodging Association.
Chicago is ramping up the hotel tax to fund tourism. On Wednesday, city council unanimously voted to create a tourism improvement district, raising hotel taxes to 19% --the highest in the nation. Supporters say it's needed to boost the city's marketing budget. To weigh in, we have Michael Jacobson, President of the Illinois Hotel and Lodging Association.