Rep. Chuy García fallout, House passes Epstein files vote & Evanston pastor speaks out | The Chicago Report
Coming up on "The Chicago Report:" The U.S. House takes a pair of high-profile votes, one to release the Epstein files after a reversal from President Trump, and another condemning Illinois Congressman Chuy García for how he stepped away from reelection. Plus, an Evanston pastor who says he was assaulted by federal immigration agents shares his story and explains why he believes faith leaders must speak out.
Coming up on "The Chicago Report:" The U.S. House takes a pair of high-profile votes, one to release the Epstein files after a reversal from President Trump, and another condemning Illinois Congressman Chuy García for how he stepped away from reelection. Plus, an Evanston pastor who says he was assaulted by federal immigration agents shares his story and explains why he believes faith leaders must speak out.
Dick Cheney Funeral: Former VP remembered at Washington National Cathedral memorial service
Former vice president Dick Cheney was remembered Thursday at a memorial service at the Washington National Cathedral.
Former vice president Dick Cheney was remembered Thursday at a memorial service at the Washington National Cathedral.
Trump approval rating hits record low in FOX News poll
President Trump faces record-high disapproval ratings among core supporters as 76% of voters view the economy negatively, according to a new Fox News poll.
President Trump faces record-high disapproval ratings among core supporters as 76% of voters view the economy negatively, according to a new Fox News poll.
Delayed September jobs report shows US added surprising 119K jobs: What to know
The Department of Labor said Thursday the U.S. economy added 119,000 jobs in September, above economists' estimates. The unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in September, which was higher than economists' expectations.
The Department of Labor said Thursday the U.S. economy added 119,000 jobs in September, above economists' estimates. The unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in September, which was higher than economists' expectations.
What's next after Trump signs bill ordering release of Epstein files
A new bipartisan law forces the Justice Department to disclose most of its Jeffrey Epstein records, setting up a tense 30-day countdown amid political scrutiny and debates over potential redactions.
A new bipartisan law forces the Justice Department to disclose most of its Jeffrey Epstein records, setting up a tense 30-day countdown amid political scrutiny and debates over potential redactions.
Trump signs bill to release the Epstein files: What's next
President Donald Trump has signed a bill requiring the Justice Department to release its files on the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.
President Donald Trump has signed a bill requiring the Justice Department to release its files on the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Democratic senator accuses Trump of playing politics with aviation safety during shutdown
Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth suggested during a hearing Wednesday that the Trump administration was playing politics with the aviation system during the shutdown to force an agreement to reopen the government.
Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth suggested during a hearing Wednesday that the Trump administration was playing politics with the aviation system during the shutdown to force an agreement to reopen the government.
Epstein files: When will they be released?
The files must be released within 30 days, with some redactions allowed for ongoing investigations.
The files must be released within 30 days, with some redactions allowed for ongoing investigations.
Racial disparities in Black maternal care | The Chicago Report
Local data reveals a disparity in birth complications between white and African American women. Cook County Commissioner and congressional candidate Donna Miller has been addressing the issue, including through the launch of a countywide free doula program.
Local data reveals a disparity in birth complications between white and African American women. Cook County Commissioner and congressional candidate Donna Miller has been addressing the issue, including through the launch of a countywide free doula program.
Pritzker meets with Pope Leo at the Vatican | The Chicago Report
From politics to pop culture, Paris Schutz and guests bring Chicago's top voices to you.
From politics to pop culture, Paris Schutz and guests bring Chicago's top voices to you.
Healthcare costs at center of shutdown deal — debate over how to lower prices continues
The recent government shutdown ended after Republicans agreed to work with Democrats on tackling rising healthcare costs. Democrats want to extend expiring Obamacare tax credits to keep premiums down, while some Republicans — including Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy — are pushing to send federal assistance directly to consumers instead of insurance companies. Critics argue that approach won’t go far enough, as lawmakers face pressure to act before the current tax credits expire at year’s end.
The recent government shutdown ended after Republicans agreed to work with Democrats on tackling rising healthcare costs. Democrats want to extend expiring Obamacare tax credits to keep premiums down, while some Republicans — including Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy — are pushing to send federal assistance directly to consumers instead of insurance companies. Critics argue that approach won’t go far enough, as lawmakers face pressure to act before the current tax credits expire at year’s end.
Rollback of federal clean-water rules leaves most Illinois wetlands unprotected | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois Environmental Council policy manager Cate Caldwell explains how the rollback weakens the Clean Water Act and why advocates are pushing for new state-level protections. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Illinois Environmental Council policy manager Cate Caldwell explains how the rollback weakens the Clean Water Act and why advocates are pushing for new state-level protections. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
More SNAP recipients face work requirements: What to know
The Trump administration waived the new work requirements from his big spending bill for SNAP recipients in November, but they kick in for more adults in December. Here’s what to know.
The Trump administration waived the new work requirements from his big spending bill for SNAP recipients in November, but they kick in for more adults in December. Here’s what to know.
Trump administration plans to dismantle parts of Education Department. What it means for student loans
Some of the Education Department’s responsibilities will now shift to other federal agencies as part of a new agreement.
Some of the Education Department’s responsibilities will now shift to other federal agencies as part of a new agreement.
Chicago budget battle intensifies as alders clash over corporate head tax, path forward
Ald. William Hall breaks down the stakes of Chicago’s 2026 budget fight, why the corporate head tax remains a flashpoint, and what it will take for the city council to reach a deal before the December deadline.
Ald. William Hall breaks down the stakes of Chicago’s 2026 budget fight, why the corporate head tax remains a flashpoint, and what it will take for the city council to reach a deal before the December deadline.
'Sick pervert': Trump expected to sign Epstein files bill as DOJ faces release deadline
Both chambers of Congress have overwhelmingly approved a bill requiring the Justice Department to release Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents, setting up a high-stakes disclosure once President Donald Trump signs it into law.
Both chambers of Congress have overwhelmingly approved a bill requiring the Justice Department to release Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents, setting up a high-stakes disclosure once President Donald Trump signs it into law.
Local pastor arrested at Broadview ICE facility protest | The Chicago Report
Detentions at the Broadview ICE processing facility have reportedly dipped to only four people after a judge's order to clean up conditions and with the department of Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino. But, it hasn't stopped the contentious scenes outside.
Detentions at the Broadview ICE processing facility have reportedly dipped to only four people after a judge's order to clean up conditions and with the department of Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino. But, it hasn't stopped the contentious scenes outside.
House approves Epstein bill to release files | The Chicago Report
The public may soon know the details the U.S. Dept. of Justice has kept on the sex trafficking activities of Jeffrey Epstein.
The public may soon know the details the U.S. Dept. of Justice has kept on the sex trafficking activities of Jeffrey Epstein.
Federal agents focus immigration crackdown on Louisiana, North Carolina
The feds have shifted their immigration focus to Louisiana and North Carolina after recently departing from Chicago.
The feds have shifted their immigration focus to Louisiana and North Carolina after recently departing from Chicago.
House bill to release Epstein files passes 427-1
The House just passed a bill to release the Epstein files with only one vote against it.
The House just passed a bill to release the Epstein files with only one vote against it.