Study shows declining CPS enrollment | The Chicago Report
A new study out concludes Chicago Public Schools is losing a staggering 10,000 students every year. And it's lost 100,000 in the last 20 years. How low can the population go, and can the city turn this decline around? Joining us now is Hal Woods of the group Kids First Illinois - who put out the report.
A new study out concludes Chicago Public Schools is losing a staggering 10,000 students every year. And it's lost 100,000 in the last 20 years. How low can the population go, and can the city turn this decline around? Joining us now is Hal Woods of the group Kids First Illinois - who put out the report.
Calling Congress with '5 Calls' app
So do you feel like things are overwhelming these days and you want to make a difference, but you're not sure how? Five-calls is making waves on social media in the wake of the deadly shooting of Alexi Pretti in Minneapolis. It's an app that helps constituents contact members of Congress. As influencers, activists, and everyday people wade into public policy conversations, many are turning to tools like 5 calls to streamline civic engagement. It works by aggregating contact information giving users a direct line to local and federal officials to urge action on issues. Joining us now is Nick O'Neill, the founder of Five Calls.
So do you feel like things are overwhelming these days and you want to make a difference, but you're not sure how? Five-calls is making waves on social media in the wake of the deadly shooting of Alexi Pretti in Minneapolis. It's an app that helps constituents contact members of Congress. As influencers, activists, and everyday people wade into public policy conversations, many are turning to tools like 5 calls to streamline civic engagement. It works by aggregating contact information giving users a direct line to local and federal officials to urge action on issues. Joining us now is Nick O'Neill, the founder of Five Calls.
Ted Dabrowski running for Illinois Gov. | The Chicago Report
Believe it or not - we are only weeks away from early voting here in the 2026 primary elections. There are several contested races to think about - one of them is the race for Governor. J.B. Pritzker is uncontested on the democratic side to seek a third term leading Illinois. But several candidates are vying to be the nominee on the republican side - and tonight we meet one, Ted Dabrowski - a North Shore businessman and former policy analyst for the publication Wirepoints.
Believe it or not - we are only weeks away from early voting here in the 2026 primary elections. There are several contested races to think about - one of them is the race for Governor. J.B. Pritzker is uncontested on the democratic side to seek a third term leading Illinois. But several candidates are vying to be the nominee on the republican side - and tonight we meet one, Ted Dabrowski - a North Shore businessman and former policy analyst for the publication Wirepoints.
New push to protect Illinois workers from extreme cold after subzero week
Days after a dangerous cold snap sent wind chills plunging to 32 degrees below zero across Illinois, state lawmakers are renewing their push for legislation that would protect workers forced to labor outside in extreme weather, saying last week’s deep freeze exposed a glaring gap in workplace safety law.
Days after a dangerous cold snap sent wind chills plunging to 32 degrees below zero across Illinois, state lawmakers are renewing their push for legislation that would protect workers forced to labor outside in extreme weather, saying last week’s deep freeze exposed a glaring gap in workplace safety law.
Illinois workers push for temperature protections
In Illinois, there's no state rules protecting workers from extreme temperatures. So, workers and unions have launched a campaign pushing for a bill that would change that.
In Illinois, there's no state rules protecting workers from extreme temperatures. So, workers and unions have launched a campaign pushing for a bill that would change that.
Soaring NIPSCO bills leave families struggling across Northwest Indiana
Fox Chicago continues to get calls and messages about high NIPSCO bills. One man said he's on the verge of moving back to Illinois.
Fox Chicago continues to get calls and messages about high NIPSCO bills. One man said he's on the verge of moving back to Illinois.
Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez launches run for Congress
Promising to fight back against the Trump administration, a Chicago alderman has officially announced his run for Congress.
Promising to fight back against the Trump administration, a Chicago alderman has officially announced his run for Congress.
Duckworth clashes with Rubio in tense Senate hearing
Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth sparred with Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a Senate hearing Wednesday.
Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth sparred with Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a Senate hearing Wednesday.
Duckworth clashes with Rubio in tense Senate hearing
Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth sparred with Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a Senate hearing Wednesday.
Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth sparred with Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a Senate hearing Wednesday.
Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez launches run for Congress
Promising to fight back against the Trump administration, a Chicago alderman has officially announced his run for Congress.
Promising to fight back against the Trump administration, a Chicago alderman has officially announced his run for Congress.
Chicago Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez launches run for Congress | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez announced Wednesday he is running for Illinois’ 4th Congressional District seat as an independent following Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia’s retirement.
Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez announced Wednesday he is running for Illinois’ 4th Congressional District seat as an independent following Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia’s retirement.
What the Fed’s meeting could mean for rates in 2026 | ChicagoLIVE
Bankrate financial analyst Stephen Kates breaks down the Federal Reserve’s decision to pause interest rates.
Bankrate financial analyst Stephen Kates breaks down the Federal Reserve’s decision to pause interest rates.
Trump wants ‘honest investigation’ into Alex Pretti’s death
Following the death of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, President Donald Trump has said that he wants to see a “very honorable and honest investigation" into the incident.
Following the death of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, President Donald Trump has said that he wants to see a “very honorable and honest investigation" into the incident.
ICE agent barred from entering Ecuadorian consulate in Minneapolis: Report
The Consulate of Ecuador reportedly barred an ICE agent from entering its premises on Tuesday, saying the effort was made to “guarantee the protection of the Ecuadorians who were present at the consular office at that time.
The Consulate of Ecuador reportedly barred an ICE agent from entering its premises on Tuesday, saying the effort was made to “guarantee the protection of the Ecuadorians who were present at the consular office at that time.
Rep. Ilhan Omar sprayed by syringe, man tackled during townhall event on ICE operations
Rep. Ilhan Omar was sprayed with a syringe full of liquid after being approached at the podium during a townhall meeting in north Minneapolis.
Rep. Ilhan Omar was sprayed with a syringe full of liquid after being approached at the podium during a townhall meeting in north Minneapolis.
Welcoming City Ordinance changes, Trump's gun comments | The Chicago Report
Greg Bovino demoted, Chicago City Council spars over changes to the Welcoming City Ordinance, and more all on tonight's episode of "The Chicago Report."
Greg Bovino demoted, Chicago City Council spars over changes to the Welcoming City Ordinance, and more all on tonight's episode of "The Chicago Report."
Bovino out, Homan in | The Chicago Report
The Trump administration is paying a political price, largely for Bovino's bravado and bluster as he has reportedly been sidelined and locked out of his social media accounts. Chicago Sun-Times Reporter Dan Mihalopoulos weighs in.
The Trump administration is paying a political price, largely for Bovino's bravado and bluster as he has reportedly been sidelined and locked out of his social media accounts. Chicago Sun-Times Reporter Dan Mihalopoulos weighs in.
Gun rights groups react to Trump's gun comments | The Chicago Report
Ed Sullivan from the Illinois State Rifle Association and Bill Sack from the Second Amendment Foundation join us to discuss President Trump's recent gun comments.
Ed Sullivan from the Illinois State Rifle Association and Bill Sack from the Second Amendment Foundation join us to discuss President Trump's recent gun comments.
Chicago City Council spars over Welcoming City Ordinance | The Chicago Report
A group of Chicago alders advanced a measure today that would enhance the city's Welcoming Ordinance.
A group of Chicago alders advanced a measure today that would enhance the city's Welcoming Ordinance.
Illinois congresswoman introduces 'Melt ICE Act' to dismantle immigration agency
Rep. Delia Ramirez introduced the “Melt ICE Act,” which would eliminate the Department of Homeland Security and defund ICE and its detention centers.
Rep. Delia Ramirez introduced the “Melt ICE Act,” which would eliminate the Department of Homeland Security and defund ICE and its detention centers.