Trump administration makes changes to execution policy | The Chicago Report
The Department of Justice is taking dramatic steps to reintroduce and strengthen the federal death penalty. In a new 48 page report, the Bureau of Prisons announcing it will once again use firing squads and lethal injections to carry out executions. Remember, the Biden administration halted all federal executions in 2021, including the use of lethal drugs. Here to tell US more, and discuss the hurdles the trump administration may face, is Director of the Death Penalty Information Center, Robin Maher.
The Department of Justice is taking dramatic steps to reintroduce and strengthen the federal death penalty. In a new 48 page report, the Bureau of Prisons announcing it will once again use firing squads and lethal injections to carry out executions. Remember, the Biden administration halted all federal executions in 2021, including the use of lethal drugs. Here to tell US more, and discuss the hurdles the trump administration may face, is Director of the Death Penalty Information Center, Robin Maher.
Hinsdale native takes on tech safety for youth | The Chicago Report
A Hinsdale native has made it his mission to protect the online generation. Now, he leads Design It For Us, a youth-led coalition that stands up to big tech, for the sake of young users. As Governor Pritzker pushes new bills to rein in harmful algorithms and tax social platforms, we're hearing from the young leaders at the center of the debate. Joining us is the co-founder, Zamaan Gureshi to talk about the state's latest tech related news, and how his generation is handling it.
A Hinsdale native has made it his mission to protect the online generation. Now, he leads Design It For Us, a youth-led coalition that stands up to big tech, for the sake of young users. As Governor Pritzker pushes new bills to rein in harmful algorithms and tax social platforms, we're hearing from the young leaders at the center of the debate. Joining us is the co-founder, Zamaan Gureshi to talk about the state's latest tech related news, and how his generation is handling it.
Megaprojects bill passes: Will the Senate vote yes? | The Chicago Report
State Rep. Kam Buckner created the original bill, giving the bears the ability to negotiate with local governments over payments in lieu of higher property taxes. So, the team will still pay property taxes plus the payment. But it underwent some tweaks, before making it to the house floor. For instance, House democrats came to a consensus about how to divvy the money up for property tax relief, locally and statewide. He's joining us tonight, to share what this process was like, and what he sees the senate democrats doing with it.
State Rep. Kam Buckner created the original bill, giving the bears the ability to negotiate with local governments over payments in lieu of higher property taxes. So, the team will still pay property taxes plus the payment. But it underwent some tweaks, before making it to the house floor. For instance, House democrats came to a consensus about how to divvy the money up for property tax relief, locally and statewide. He's joining us tonight, to share what this process was like, and what he sees the senate democrats doing with it.
Trump threatens to shoot boats in Strait of Hormuz | The Chicago Report
President Trump is threatening to shoot and kill any boats laying mines as tension escalates in the Strait of Hormuz. That's after, he posted to Truth Social saying the U.S. military is intensifying its mine clearing efforts there. All the while, a ceasefire remains in place, but questions are growing about what it's really worth if the fighting continues in the strait. We're bringing in Northeastern Illinois University Professor and Iranian native Mateo Farzaneh.
President Trump is threatening to shoot and kill any boats laying mines as tension escalates in the Strait of Hormuz. That's after, he posted to Truth Social saying the U.S. military is intensifying its mine clearing efforts there. All the while, a ceasefire remains in place, but questions are growing about what it's really worth if the fighting continues in the strait. We're bringing in Northeastern Illinois University Professor and Iranian native Mateo Farzaneh.
Affordable housing in Illinois at a tipping point | The Chicago Report
Housing advocates are sounding the alarm over an affordable housing tax credit that's set to expire.
Housing advocates are sounding the alarm over an affordable housing tax credit that's set to expire.
Illinois looks to crack down on addictive social media | The Chicago Report
Illinois lawmakers are advancing the Child Social Media Safety Act, which aims to crack down on addictive social media feeds.
Illinois lawmakers are advancing the Child Social Media Safety Act, which aims to crack down on addictive social media feeds.
Illinois lawmakers weigh mega projects bill, millionaire's tax | The Chicago Report
State lawmakers are busy this week as they debate several big pieces of legislation, including the so-called mega projects bill that the Chicago Bears say is key to building a new domed stadium.
State lawmakers are busy this week as they debate several big pieces of legislation, including the so-called mega projects bill that the Chicago Bears say is key to building a new domed stadium.
Where does Illinois' marijuana tax revenue go? | The Chicago Report
It's 4/20, so we decided to hear more about where Illinois' legal marijuana tax revenue goes.
It's 4/20, so we decided to hear more about where Illinois' legal marijuana tax revenue goes.
CPS parents push back over May Day debate | The Chicago Report
Parents of Chicago Public Schools are pushing back on plans for activism surrounding May Day and are arguing that their kids should not be used as political pawns.
Parents of Chicago Public Schools are pushing back on plans for activism surrounding May Day and are arguing that their kids should not be used as political pawns.
Head of Chicago's watchdog agency talks leaving office | The Chicago Report
Deborah Witzburg, the city's outgoing inspector general, joined the show to explain her leaving office and some bombshell reports her agency recently released.
Deborah Witzburg, the city's outgoing inspector general, joined the show to explain her leaving office and some bombshell reports her agency recently released.
CTA fires private security guards, plans to use more police officers
The Chicago Transit Authority is firing about 160 private security guards to replace them with police officers to maintain security on its transit system.
The Chicago Transit Authority is firing about 160 private security guards to replace them with police officers to maintain security on its transit system.
CPS parent reacts to May 1 drama | The Chicago Report
After a lot of back and forth, Chicago Public School leaders and the teachers union have agreed school will be in session on May 1. But there's a catch. Starting at 1 p.m. CPS will provide about 100 buses and students will have an excused absence for the afternoon if they want to be chaperoned and attend the May Day protests. They have to get a permission slip. No student will be retaliated against if they choose to stay in school and not attend. Brittany Preston is a CPS parent. She has 4 children in the district, and she's here to weigh in.
After a lot of back and forth, Chicago Public School leaders and the teachers union have agreed school will be in session on May 1. But there's a catch. Starting at 1 p.m. CPS will provide about 100 buses and students will have an excused absence for the afternoon if they want to be chaperoned and attend the May Day protests. They have to get a permission slip. No student will be retaliated against if they choose to stay in school and not attend. Brittany Preston is a CPS parent. She has 4 children in the district, and she's here to weigh in.
Money moves to stay afloat in the economy | The Chicago Report
With rising costs and economic uncertainty hitting close to home, a lot of people say they’re living paycheck to paycheck. Dr. Boyce Watkins is the founder of the Black Business School is joining us tonight to break down what’s really going on and what families can do to stay afloat.
With rising costs and economic uncertainty hitting close to home, a lot of people say they’re living paycheck to paycheck. Dr. Boyce Watkins is the founder of the Black Business School is joining us tonight to break down what’s really going on and what families can do to stay afloat.
Bears' officials visit Hammond as stadium decision looms
On Friday, the Bears met with representatives at the Lost Marsh Golf Club in Hammond as the back-and-forth continues.
On Friday, the Bears met with representatives at the Lost Marsh Golf Club in Hammond as the back-and-forth continues.
CPS parent reacts to May 1 drama| The Chicago Report
After a lot of back and forth, Chicago Public School leaders and the teachers union have agreed school will be in session on May 1. But there's a catch. Starting at 1 p.m. CPS will provide about 100 buses and students will have an excused absence for the afternoon if they want to be chaperoned and attend the May Day protests. They have to get a permission slip. No student will be retaliated against if they choose to stay in school and not attend. Brittany Preston is a CPS parent. She has 4 children in the district, and she's here to weigh in.
After a lot of back and forth, Chicago Public School leaders and the teachers union have agreed school will be in session on May 1. But there's a catch. Starting at 1 p.m. CPS will provide about 100 buses and students will have an excused absence for the afternoon if they want to be chaperoned and attend the May Day protests. They have to get a permission slip. No student will be retaliated against if they choose to stay in school and not attend. Brittany Preston is a CPS parent. She has 4 children in the district, and she's here to weigh in.
Colorectal cancer rising in young adults | The Chicago Report
Cancer rates are rising among younger people in particular, cases of colorectal cancer are increasing in adults under 50, a group not traditionally considered high risk. Doctor Caitlin Murphy is professor of pediatrics and public health. She joins us with now with more on prevention, detection, and long-term health.
Cancer rates are rising among younger people in particular, cases of colorectal cancer are increasing in adults under 50, a group not traditionally considered high risk. Doctor Caitlin Murphy is professor of pediatrics and public health. She joins us with now with more on prevention, detection, and long-term health.
New measure banning extremist ties among CPD officers advances | The Chicago Report
We begin tonight with a new ordinance that is advancing through City Hall. It's aimed at rooting out extremism within the Chicago Police Department The measure bans officers from engaging in so-called “Extremist activity,” allows COPA to investigate potential ties, and requires additional screening of new recruits. Alderman Matt Martin is a sponsor of the ordinance--- and he's joining us now to explain more.
We begin tonight with a new ordinance that is advancing through City Hall. It's aimed at rooting out extremism within the Chicago Police Department The measure bans officers from engaging in so-called “Extremist activity,” allows COPA to investigate potential ties, and requires additional screening of new recruits. Alderman Matt Martin is a sponsor of the ordinance--- and he's joining us now to explain more.
IL House passes bill banning indirect police quotas | The Chicago Report
New Illinois bill would ban police quotas on stops and arrests amid lawsuit and bias concerns. Illinois Rep. Patrick Sheehan and FOP President John Catanzara joined The Chicago Report.
New Illinois bill would ban police quotas on stops and arrests amid lawsuit and bias concerns. Illinois Rep. Patrick Sheehan and FOP President John Catanzara joined The Chicago Report.
Asian carp politics, teen takeover solutions | The Chicago Report
The Trump administration and Illinois continue their back-and-forth over the vital Asian carp Great Lakes project. A child psychologist discusses the rise in viral teen takeovers. And we hear from Yusef Jackson as he takes over his father's organization, Rainbow PUSH.
The Trump administration and Illinois continue their back-and-forth over the vital Asian carp Great Lakes project. A child psychologist discusses the rise in viral teen takeovers. And we hear from Yusef Jackson as he takes over his father's organization, Rainbow PUSH.
Yusef Jackson talks plans for Rainbow PUSH after dad's death | The Chicago Report
Yusef Jackson, the new president and CEO of RainbowPUSH, joined the show to give his vision for the organization after the death of his father, Rev. Jesse Jackson Jr.
Yusef Jackson, the new president and CEO of RainbowPUSH, joined the show to give his vision for the organization after the death of his father, Rev. Jesse Jackson Jr.