Chicago City Council effort to expand 'granny flats' put on hold
The City Council did not vote on a proposal to make it easier to create more accessory dwelling units across the city.
The City Council did not vote on a proposal to make it easier to create more accessory dwelling units across the city.
Chicago City Council fails to override mayor's curfew veto
The city council failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson's veto on a snap curfew.
The city council failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson's veto on a snap curfew.
Chicago's longest-serving alderman retires after 40 years
Alderman Walter Burnett reflects on four decades of service and bids an emotional goodbye in his final Chicago City Council meeting.
Alderman Walter Burnett reflects on four decades of service and bids an emotional goodbye in his final Chicago City Council meeting.
Is Susana Mendoza eyeing a run for Chicago mayor?
The race for Chicago mayor is less than two years away and already shifting into high gear. Today, a potential contender made an announcement about her future.
The race for Chicago mayor is less than two years away and already shifting into high gear. Today, a potential contender made an announcement about her future.
Chicago City Council could override veto of snap curfew ordinance
The Chicago City Council could vote on Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson?s veto of an ordinance allowing for temporary curfews for teenagers aimed at preventing large gatherings that have at times turned violent.
The Chicago City Council could vote on Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson?s veto of an ordinance allowing for temporary curfews for teenagers aimed at preventing large gatherings that have at times turned violent.
Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza says she won't seek re-election
Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced she will not pursue re-election in 2026 and called for stronger leadership in Chicago.
Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced she will not pursue re-election in 2026 and called for stronger leadership in Chicago.
Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza announces she won't seek re-election
Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced she will not pursue re-election in 2026.
Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced she will not pursue re-election in 2026.
ICE moves to end bond hearings for detained migrants, memo shows
ICE will stop granting bond hearings for detained migrants, rather than allow them to go before an immigration judge and potentially remain free while their cases proceed.
ICE will stop granting bond hearings for detained migrants, rather than allow them to go before an immigration judge and potentially remain free while their cases proceed.
Congress close to passing new spending cuts that DOGE promised
Congress is on the verge now of passing new spending cuts that have divided lawmakers
Congress is on the verge now of passing new spending cuts that have divided lawmakers
Jesse Jackson Jr. explores run for Congress after criminal convictions
Former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. to explore another run for Congress even after his criminal convictions.
Former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. to explore another run for Congress even after his criminal convictions.
Will Chicago allow more ?granny flats?? Alders to take up controversial issue
Chicago alders will consider allowing more accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, to provide more affordable housing.
Chicago alders will consider allowing more accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, to provide more affordable housing.
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza may eye 2027 Chicago mayoral bid
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza may forego reelection to run for Chicago mayor in 2027.
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza may forego reelection to run for Chicago mayor in 2027.
Russia responds to Trump's Ukraine weapons plan and ceasefire ultimatum
Russia is pushing back against President Trump?s new plan to arm Ukraine and impose penalties on its trading partners unless a ceasefire is reached within 50 days.
Russia is pushing back against President Trump?s new plan to arm Ukraine and impose penalties on its trading partners unless a ceasefire is reached within 50 days.
EU threatens tariffs on US goods
Indonesia has reached a trade deal with President Trump, while EU leaders prepare to negotiate to avoid 30% tariffs by August 1.
Indonesia has reached a trade deal with President Trump, while EU leaders prepare to negotiate to avoid 30% tariffs by August 1.
Paris on Politics: State Farm hikes Illinois rates; New costs for Chicago taxpayers?
On this episode of ?Paris on Politics:? While almost nobody was looking, the General Assembly passed a bill that would boost the pensions of Chicago police and fire workers, with absolutely no way to pay for it. Potential GOP challengers are emerging to take on Governor Pritzker, and we'll tell you who they are. State Farm Insurance is set to raise rates on Illinois homeowners by 27%, prompting some to call on the General Assembly to take action to stop it. Additionally, the majority of Illinois children are living in areas at risk for deadly lead poisoning, and we'll discuss what parents need to know. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
On this episode of ?Paris on Politics:? While almost nobody was looking, the General Assembly passed a bill that would boost the pensions of Chicago police and fire workers, with absolutely no way to pay for it. Potential GOP challengers are emerging to take on Governor Pritzker, and we'll tell you who they are. State Farm Insurance is set to raise rates on Illinois homeowners by 27%, prompting some to call on the General Assembly to take action to stop it. Additionally, the majority of Illinois children are living in areas at risk for deadly lead poisoning, and we'll discuss what parents need to know. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Paris on Politics: New concerns over lead exposure for Illinois kids
A majority of Illinois children live in zip codes with an elevated risk of lead poisoning. Public health officials are sounding the alarm to get more kids tested. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
A majority of Illinois children live in zip codes with an elevated risk of lead poisoning. Public health officials are sounding the alarm to get more kids tested. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Paris on Politics: Why State Farm is going to hike Illinois insurance rates
Illinois homeowners that get their insurance through State Farm are about to get some sticker shock. But the company says the hike cannot be avoided. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Illinois homeowners that get their insurance through State Farm are about to get some sticker shock. But the company says the hike cannot be avoided. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Paris on Politics: Who will challenge Gov. JB Pritzker as the GOP nominee?
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation. In today's episode he talks about the possible GOP candidates seeking to challenge Gov. JB Pritzker as he runs for a third term.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation. In today's episode he talks about the possible GOP candidates seeking to challenge Gov. JB Pritzker as he runs for a third term.
Chicago taxpayers may be on the hook for added police, firefighter pension costs
Chicago taxpayers might be on the hook for billions more in new costs thanks to a bill that quietly passed in Springfield.
Chicago taxpayers might be on the hook for billions more in new costs thanks to a bill that quietly passed in Springfield.
Chicago taxpayers may be on hook for added police, firefighter pension costs
Chicago taxpayers might be on the hook for new costs thanks to a bill quietly passed in Springfield that would provide sweeteners to police and fire employees pension funds.
Chicago taxpayers might be on the hook for new costs thanks to a bill quietly passed in Springfield that would provide sweeteners to police and fire employees pension funds.