Panel: Benefits to data centers | The Chicago Report
Brad Tietz, with the Data Center Coalition, Brad Klein, with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and Jen Walling, the CEO of the Environmental Council, joins Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski to discuss the benefits of data centers in the Chicago area.
Brad Tietz, with the Data Center Coalition, Brad Klein, with the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and Jen Walling, the CEO of the Environmental Council, joins Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski to discuss the benefits of data centers in the Chicago area.
Data centers in Elk Grove Village | The Chicago Report
A meeting tonight on data centers tonight in in Elk Grove Village. People living there have concerns about water usage, power reliability, and how this will potentially change of the landscape Elk Grove.
A meeting tonight on data centers tonight in in Elk Grove Village. People living there have concerns about water usage, power reliability, and how this will potentially change of the landscape Elk Grove.
Pritzker has changed his tune on data centers | The Chicago Report
Data centers continue to make national headlines. It's a story in Indiana and Illinois. Local governments are approving AI driven developments. We've seen the pushback. State leaders on both sides have something to say about them. JB Pritzker told reporters, where he stands on data centers.
Data centers continue to make national headlines. It's a story in Indiana and Illinois. Local governments are approving AI driven developments. We've seen the pushback. State leaders on both sides have something to say about them. JB Pritzker told reporters, where he stands on data centers.
Bears stadium latest, Journalists sue AI companies, Registering Black voters | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing covers the biggest stories of the day including the latest developments on a proposed new Bears stadium, a lawsuit by journalists against AI companies, and efforts to register young Black voters in Chicago.
Fox Chicago's Tia Ewing covers the biggest stories of the day including the latest developments on a proposed new Bears stadium, a lawsuit by journalists against AI companies, and efforts to register young Black voters in Chicago.
Chicago's North Side housing market is on fire | The Chicago Report
We all know Chicago's housing market is on fire, but much of the buzz is on the city's North Side, where there is a lot of competition and bidding wars.
We all know Chicago's housing market is on fire, but much of the buzz is on the city's North Side, where there is a lot of competition and bidding wars.
AI companies used journalists' voices to train programs, lawsuit claims | The Chicago Report
Illinois journalists say tech companies are stealing their voices to train their AI programs in a new lawsuit.
Illinois journalists say tech companies are stealing their voices to train their AI programs in a new lawsuit.
Busy day for Chicago City Council on Wednesday | The Chicago Report
The Chicago City Council has a busy day on Wednesday with a new city watchdog, police settlements, and tax incentives for a big redevelopment plan on the agenda.
The Chicago City Council has a busy day on Wednesday with a new city watchdog, police settlements, and tax incentives for a big redevelopment plan on the agenda.
Trump backs Darren Bailey for Illinois governor | The Chicago Report
President Trump made his support for GOP gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey very clear on Tuesday and threw another jab at incumbent Gov. JB Pritzker.
President Trump made his support for GOP gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey very clear on Tuesday and threw another jab at incumbent Gov. JB Pritzker.
Potential Bears stadium prompts traffic worries | The Chicago Report
Multiple northwest suburban mayors are demanding a traffic study on a potential new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights.
Multiple northwest suburban mayors are demanding a traffic study on a potential new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights.
Bears stadium fight, HIV funding and alder sues the feds | The Chicago Report
Tia Ewing takes you through the biggest political and local stories of the day on this edition of the Chicago Report.
Tia Ewing takes you through the biggest political and local stories of the day on this edition of the Chicago Report.
Chicago alder talks lawsuit over arrest by feds | The Chicago Report
Ald. Jessie Fuentes filed a lawsuit against the federal government on Monday over her arrest by immigration agents last October at Humboldt Park Hospital.
Ald. Jessie Fuentes filed a lawsuit against the federal government on Monday over her arrest by immigration agents last October at Humboldt Park Hospital.
Pritzker says he's 'not opposed' to pausing gas tax | The Chicago Report
Gov. JB Pritzker said he's not opposed to pausing the state's tax on gasoline amid surging prices, but worries about the lost revenue.
Gov. JB Pritzker said he's not opposed to pausing the state's tax on gasoline amid surging prices, but worries about the lost revenue.
Larry Hoover Jr. pushes for father's clemency | The Chicago Report
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
Local church giving back this weekend | The Chicago Report
A local church is stepping beyond the church walls and providing a whole lot of help and hope to Chicagoland families. Living Word Christian Center is hosting “Good Neighbor Day,” a nationwide day of service tomorrow. They're going to have a food and clothing distribution, health and fitness support, financial literacy workshops and more! Here to tell us all about it is Melody Winston, Senior Executive with Living Word Christian Center, and related entities.
A local church is stepping beyond the church walls and providing a whole lot of help and hope to Chicagoland families. Living Word Christian Center is hosting “Good Neighbor Day,” a nationwide day of service tomorrow. They're going to have a food and clothing distribution, health and fitness support, financial literacy workshops and more! Here to tell us all about it is Melody Winston, Senior Executive with Living Word Christian Center, and related entities.
Local mayors oppose 'BUILD' Act | The Chicago Report
Illinois lawmakers and local officials are weighing the potential impact of the proposed BUILD Act. It's a wide-ranging housing and zoning bill that could reshape how development decisions are made across the state. Supporters say it would speed up housing construction, reduce permit delays, and help with making homes more affordable. But some suburban leaders are raising concerns about local control and how the changes would impact the character of established neighborhoods. Here to weigh in is president of the DuPage mayor and managers conference and Roselle Mayor David Pileski.
Illinois lawmakers and local officials are weighing the potential impact of the proposed BUILD Act. It's a wide-ranging housing and zoning bill that could reshape how development decisions are made across the state. Supporters say it would speed up housing construction, reduce permit delays, and help with making homes more affordable. But some suburban leaders are raising concerns about local control and how the changes would impact the character of established neighborhoods. Here to weigh in is president of the DuPage mayor and managers conference and Roselle Mayor David Pileski.
Lawmakers push for overdose prevention sites | The Chicago Report
Lawmakers, public health experts, and community leaders are highlighting new research on overdose prevention sites and pushing for one to be established on Chicago’s West Side. Many say this could help save lives and connect people to treatment. One of the local lawmakers behind the push is State Representative La Shawn Ford of the 8th district.
Lawmakers, public health experts, and community leaders are highlighting new research on overdose prevention sites and pushing for one to be established on Chicago’s West Side. Many say this could help save lives and connect people to treatment. One of the local lawmakers behind the push is State Representative La Shawn Ford of the 8th district.
Larry Hoover Jr. pushes for father's clemency | The Chicago Report
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
South Shore residents to sue feds over raid | The Chicago Report
Nearly a year after a controversial federal immigration raid at a South Shore Apartment Complex, 18 residents are now taking steps toward suing the federal government. They allege agents used excessive force, unlawfully entered apartments, and caused lasting physical and emotional trauma during the operation. Joining us now to break down the case and where it goes from here is Pablo Moreno, staff attorney with Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, also known as MALDEF.
Nearly a year after a controversial federal immigration raid at a South Shore Apartment Complex, 18 residents are now taking steps toward suing the federal government. They allege agents used excessive force, unlawfully entered apartments, and caused lasting physical and emotional trauma during the operation. Joining us now to break down the case and where it goes from here is Pablo Moreno, staff attorney with Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, also known as MALDEF.
ISBE reverses closures of Learn Charter Schools | The Chicago Report
In North Chicago, a decision to close two high-performing elementary schools sparked major pushback and questions about how the process was handled. Now, the Illinois State Board of Education has stepped in, reversing the local district’s move and allowing learn 6 and learn 10 to remain open. Joining us now is Greg White, President and CEO of Learn.
In North Chicago, a decision to close two high-performing elementary schools sparked major pushback and questions about how the process was handled. Now, the Illinois State Board of Education has stepped in, reversing the local district’s move and allowing learn 6 and learn 10 to remain open. Joining us now is Greg White, President and CEO of Learn.
South Shore residents to sue feds over raid | The Chicago Report
Nearly a year after a controversial federal immigration raid at a South Shore Apartment Complex, 18 residents are now taking steps toward suing the federal government. They allege agents used excessive force, unlawfully entered apartments, and caused lasting physical and emotional trauma during the operation. Joining us now to break down the case and where it goes from here is Pablo Moreno, staff attorney with Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, also known as MALDEF.
Nearly a year after a controversial federal immigration raid at a South Shore Apartment Complex, 18 residents are now taking steps toward suing the federal government. They allege agents used excessive force, unlawfully entered apartments, and caused lasting physical and emotional trauma during the operation. Joining us now to break down the case and where it goes from here is Pablo Moreno, staff attorney with Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, also known as MALDEF.