Chicago mayoral race heats up as Alexi Giannoulias joins crowded field
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has entered the Chicago mayoral race, adding to a growing field of candidates as political analyst Pat Brady discusses the state of the campaign and what comes next.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has entered the Chicago mayoral race, adding to a growing field of candidates as political analyst Pat Brady discusses the state of the campaign and what comes next.
Chicago mayoral election: Alexi Giannoulias talks with voters Monday
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is spending Monday talking with voters across Chicago as he continues his bid for mayor.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is spending Monday talking with voters across Chicago as he continues his bid for mayor.
Senate unveils spending bill that avoids shutdown before election
A new short-term federal spending bill was unveiled Sunday that would fund federal agencies into early December and prevent lawmakers up for reelection from facing voters in the midst of another government shutdown battle.
A new short-term federal spending bill was unveiled Sunday that would fund federal agencies into early December and prevent lawmakers up for reelection from facing voters in the midst of another government shutdown battle.
Social Security COLA 2027: How much payments are projected to increase
Social Security recipients are projected to get a bigger cost-of-living increase next year to counter a rise in inflation.
Social Security recipients are projected to get a bigger cost-of-living increase next year to counter a rise in inflation.
Illinois Sec. of State Alexi Giannoulias launches Chicago mayoral bid
Alexi Giannoulias, the Secretary of State of Illinois, announced he will run for mayor of Chicago next year.
Alexi Giannoulias, the Secretary of State of Illinois, announced he will run for mayor of Chicago next year.
Trump says he'll restore Anti-Weaponization Fund if GOP holdouts reject Blanche
President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to revive the "Anti-Weaponization Fund" if two Republican senators refuse to support his attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche.
President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to revive the "Anti-Weaponization Fund" if two Republican senators refuse to support his attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche.
Trump may pull Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general, he says
President Trump may pull acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination for the permanent post over opposition to Trump’s demands that he and his family members be immune from tax audits.
President Trump may pull acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination for the permanent post over opposition to Trump’s demands that he and his family members be immune from tax audits.
Rep. Benton report released, Pritzker talks state funding for CPS | The Chicago Report
The legislative inspector general report on former Rep. Harry Benton has been released. And, Gov. Pritzker weighs in on the likelihood of state funding for Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
The legislative inspector general report on former Rep. Harry Benton has been released. And, Gov. Pritzker weighs in on the likelihood of state funding for Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Pritzker signs bill recognizing gambling addiction as disorder under legal framework
Governor JB Pritzker signed a bill that recognizes gambling addiction under the same legal framework as alcohol and drug use disorders in the state. That makes way for more programs and support resources to help people currently struggling turn their lives around.
Governor JB Pritzker signed a bill that recognizes gambling addiction under the same legal framework as alcohol and drug use disorders in the state. That makes way for more programs and support resources to help people currently struggling turn their lives around.
Former Illinois Rep. Harry Benton committed two acts of sexual harassment, inspector general finds
A new report from the Illinois Legislative Inspector General concludes former State Rep. Harry Benton committed two acts of sexual harassment in violation of state law.
A new report from the Illinois Legislative Inspector General concludes former State Rep. Harry Benton committed two acts of sexual harassment in violation of state law.
Former Illinois Rep. Harry Benton committed two acts of sexual harassment, inspector general finds
Several allegations against a former state lawmaker are coming to light in a new report released by the Illinois Legislative Inspector General.
Several allegations against a former state lawmaker are coming to light in a new report released by the Illinois Legislative Inspector General.
Illinois Democrat Michael Madigan asks Supreme Court to review corruption case
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is appealing his corruption conviction to the U.S. Supreme Court. Lawyer Ronald S. Safer from Riley Safer Holmes and Cancila LLP joins Good Day to break down how likely it is for the Supreme Court to hear the case and what Madigan is arguing in his appeal.
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is appealing his corruption conviction to the U.S. Supreme Court. Lawyer Ronald S. Safer from Riley Safer Holmes and Cancila LLP joins Good Day to break down how likely it is for the Supreme Court to hear the case and what Madigan is arguing in his appeal.
Pritzker signs online safety bill for Illinois children
Gov. JB Pritzker signs legislation expanding online protections for children, including age verification and limits on certain social media features.
Gov. JB Pritzker signs legislation expanding online protections for children, including age verification and limits on certain social media features.
What's next for CPD leadership, vision for Chicago Public Schools | The Chicago Report
What's next for leadership within the Chicago Police Department? And, we break down the budget and safety plan for Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
What's next for leadership within the Chicago Police Department? And, we break down the budget and safety plan for Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Who gets the pet? New Illinois law lets judges decide pet custody disputes | ChicagoLIVE
A new Illinois House bill aims to address a difficult question for pet owners: What happens when a couple separates and can't agree on who gets custody of their pet? Jane McBride, CEO of Illinois Humane, explains what this could mean for families and their pets.
A new Illinois House bill aims to address a difficult question for pet owners: What happens when a couple separates and can't agree on who gets custody of their pet? Jane McBride, CEO of Illinois Humane, explains what this could mean for families and their pets.
New Illinois law keeps hospital financial information hidden from the public
A new Illinois law limits public access to financial information about hospitals, raising concerns that communities could have little warning before a local hospital closes. State Rep. Anna Moeller joins Good Day Chicago to explain why the law may not protect the interests of patients or taxpayers.
A new Illinois law limits public access to financial information about hospitals, raising concerns that communities could have little warning before a local hospital closes. State Rep. Anna Moeller joins Good Day Chicago to explain why the law may not protect the interests of patients or taxpayers.
Can Michael Madigan's corruption case reach the US Supreme Court?
Political science professor Stephen Caliendo discusses former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's bid to have the U.S. Supreme Court hear his corruption case and explains what factors could influence whether the justices take it up.
Political science professor Stephen Caliendo discusses former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's bid to have the U.S. Supreme Court hear his corruption case and explains what factors could influence whether the justices take it up.
Should Chicago delay the search for its next police chief? CCPSA's Anthony Driver Jr. says yes
CCPSA member Anthony Driver Jr. joins us to explain why he wrote a letter to City Council asking alders to extend the search for Chicago’s next police superintendent until after the upcoming mayoral election. He discusses why he thinks top national candidates might hesitate to apply during political uncertainty and responds to Mayor Brandon Johnson's opposition to changing the timeline.
CCPSA member Anthony Driver Jr. joins us to explain why he wrote a letter to City Council asking alders to extend the search for Chicago’s next police superintendent until after the upcoming mayoral election. He discusses why he thinks top national candidates might hesitate to apply during political uncertainty and responds to Mayor Brandon Johnson's opposition to changing the timeline.
Sen. Durbin spotlights alleged abuses in ICE detention facilities
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) hosted a forum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday examining conditions inside ICE detention facilities during the Trump administration.
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) hosted a forum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday examining conditions inside ICE detention facilities during the Trump administration.
Chicago mayor signs executive order tightening city gun purchasing rules
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed a new executive order aimed at tightening the city's gun purchasing rules. The order requires all city departments, including the Chicago Police Department, to do business only with gun suppliers with strong business practices.
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed a new executive order aimed at tightening the city's gun purchasing rules. The order requires all city departments, including the Chicago Police Department, to do business only with gun suppliers with strong business practices.