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.
Chicago named front-runner city to host Democratic National Convention again in 2028, 2032
Chicago is a finalist city under consideration to host the Democratic National Convention in 2028 and 2032, the Democratic National Committee announced Monday.
Chicago is a finalist city under consideration to host the Democratic National Convention in 2028 and 2032, the Democratic National Committee announced Monday.
Trump says Iran war could last 4 to 5 weeks; DePaul professor weighs in
DePaul University professor Thom Mokaitis joins us to discuss the Iran attack and the latest developments.
DePaul University professor Thom Mokaitis joins us to discuss the Iran attack and the latest developments.
Chicago named front-runner city to host Democratic National Convention again in 2028, 2032
Chicago is a finalist city to host the DNC in 2028 and 2032, Democratic party officials announced.
Chicago is a finalist city to host the DNC in 2028 and 2032, Democratic party officials announced.
Bill and Hillary Clinton deposition videos: View their testimony to the House Oversight Committee
The videos of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former President Bill Clinton's depositions with the House Oversight Committee last week have been released.
The videos of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former President Bill Clinton's depositions with the House Oversight Committee last week have been released.
Illinois lawmakers propose Epstein Files Investigation Commission with subpoena power
Illinois lawmakers have introduced House Bill 5723 to create an independent “Illinois Epstein Files Investigation Commission” to examine Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged sex trafficking network and its ties to Illinois, with supporters citing survivor safety, unanswered questions, and concerns about corruption as key reasons for the state-led probe.
Illinois lawmakers have introduced House Bill 5723 to create an independent “Illinois Epstein Files Investigation Commission” to examine Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged sex trafficking network and its ties to Illinois, with supporters citing survivor safety, unanswered questions, and concerns about corruption as key reasons for the state-led probe.
Congress set to debate war powers as Iran conflict is already unfolding
The U.S. Congress is preparing to open a war powers debate over President Donald Trump’s authority to strike Iran even as the bombing is already underway and the country is effectively at war.
The U.S. Congress is preparing to open a war powers debate over President Donald Trump’s authority to strike Iran even as the bombing is already underway and the country is effectively at war.
Middle East tensions escalate as fear of wider war grows, expert weighs in
As canceled flights, deadly protests, and shipping suspensions mount, political science professor William Muck joins us to analyze War Secretary Pete Hegseth’s claims about Operation Epic Fury, its contrast to Iraq and Afghanistan, nuclear deterrence goals, and the broader risks of escalation.
As canceled flights, deadly protests, and shipping suspensions mount, political science professor William Muck joins us to analyze War Secretary Pete Hegseth’s claims about Operation Epic Fury, its contrast to Iraq and Afghanistan, nuclear deterrence goals, and the broader risks of escalation.
Early voting expands to all of Chicago’s 50 Wards for 2026 primary election
Early voting for the 2026 primary election is expanding on Monday across all of Chicago’s 50 wards and suburban Cook County.
Early voting for the 2026 primary election is expanding on Monday across all of Chicago’s 50 wards and suburban Cook County.
U.S., Israel trade strikes with Iran
As U.S. airstrikes on Iran continue, President Trump is encouraging Iranian protesters to seize power, but it's unclear if that will happen.
As U.S. airstrikes on Iran continue, President Trump is encouraging Iranian protesters to seize power, but it's unclear if that will happen.
Republicans join Democrats in effort to block Trump's military authority over Iran
President Donald Trump's joint strikes with Israel against Iran have intensified a growing bipartisan push in Congress to rein in his war powers.
President Donald Trump's joint strikes with Israel against Iran have intensified a growing bipartisan push in Congress to rein in his war powers.
AIPAC faces test of its power in Illinois primary as Democrats debate future of Israel relationship
AIPAC is pouring millions of dollars into primary elections this cycle, including in Illinois races for Congress.
AIPAC is pouring millions of dollars into primary elections this cycle, including in Illinois races for Congress.
Delta pauses flights to Israel following strikes on Iran
Delta Air Lines has paused flights to Israel and issued travel waivers as military strikes under "Operation Epic Fury" escalate in the Middle East.
Delta Air Lines has paused flights to Israel and issued travel waivers as military strikes under "Operation Epic Fury" escalate in the Middle East.
Illinois elected leaders blast Trump’s military strikes in Iran: ‘No justification’
Illinois political leaders blasted President Trump for the early morning military strikes in Iran on Saturday.
Illinois political leaders blasted President Trump for the early morning military strikes in Iran on Saturday.