Bears stadium saga continues | The Chicago Report
Vermont senator Bernie Sanders jumps into the Bears stadium debate. Meanwhile, Illinois lawmakers leave Springfield for spring break - did they get a stadium deal to keep the team from crossing the border? A prominent Islamic interfaith group sides with Mayor Johnson in the controversy of a city report on antisemitism. And we preview tomorrow's massive No Kings rally expected to take over Grant Park.
Vermont senator Bernie Sanders jumps into the Bears stadium debate. Meanwhile, Illinois lawmakers leave Springfield for spring break - did they get a stadium deal to keep the team from crossing the border? A prominent Islamic interfaith group sides with Mayor Johnson in the controversy of a city report on antisemitism. And we preview tomorrow's massive No Kings rally expected to take over Grant Park.
' No Kings' Chicago March to be held tomorrow | The Chicago Report
Protest groups are getting ready for tomorrow's No Kings rally in grant park and across the country. The first no kings back in October drew an estimated 7 million demonstrators out. What is their message and how is the Trump administration responding? For more we're joined by one of the organizers - Kathy Tholin - with Indivisible Chicago.
Protest groups are getting ready for tomorrow's No Kings rally in grant park and across the country. The first no kings back in October drew an estimated 7 million demonstrators out. What is their message and how is the Trump administration responding? For more we're joined by one of the organizers - Kathy Tholin - with Indivisible Chicago.
Nancy Andrade's resignation sparks antisemitism debate | The Chicago Report
We've talked a lot this week about the sudden resignation of city human rights commissioner Nancy Andrade over a report her office produced on fighting anti-semitism. Last night, one of the commission members said there was a dispute between their office and the mayor's senior leadership over whether to broaden the report and not necessarily make it about anti-semitism. Dan Goldwin told us last night - those changes have the Jewish American community in Chicago concerned.
We've talked a lot this week about the sudden resignation of city human rights commissioner Nancy Andrade over a report her office produced on fighting anti-semitism. Last night, one of the commission members said there was a dispute between their office and the mayor's senior leadership over whether to broaden the report and not necessarily make it about anti-semitism. Dan Goldwin told us last night - those changes have the Jewish American community in Chicago concerned.
Bears stadium saga continues | The Chicago Report
The Bears are still tussling with lawmakers in Springfield still trying to finalize a deal to have them avoid property taxes and pay in lieu of fees on their massive planned development in Arlington Heights. Is it going anywhere and will it get done before the bears up and move to Hammond Indiana. Kam Buckner joins the show to discuss.
The Bears are still tussling with lawmakers in Springfield still trying to finalize a deal to have them avoid property taxes and pay in lieu of fees on their massive planned development in Arlington Heights. Is it going anywhere and will it get done before the bears up and move to Hammond Indiana. Kam Buckner joins the show to discuss.
Republicans blame sanctuary laws in killing of Sheridan Gorman | The Chicago Report
State Rep. Patrick Sheehan (R-Lockport) joined the show to talk about the debate over whether the state's sanctuary immigration laws contributed to the killing of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman.
State Rep. Patrick Sheehan (R-Lockport) joined the show to talk about the debate over whether the state's sanctuary immigration laws contributed to the killing of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman.
Illinois sanctuary laws cause of student's killing, FOP president | The Chicago Report
John Cantanzara, the president of the Chicago Fraternal Order of Police, said he agrees that Loyola student Sheridan Gorman's killing, allegedly by a migrant, could have been prevented if not for the state's sanctuary laws.
John Cantanzara, the president of the Chicago Fraternal Order of Police, said he agrees that Loyola student Sheridan Gorman's killing, allegedly by a migrant, could have been prevented if not for the state's sanctuary laws.
Mayor Johnson responds to allegations by fired aides | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is responding to criticism lodged against his senior leadership team from fired former Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Garien Gatewood.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is responding to criticism lodged against his senior leadership team from fired former Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Garien Gatewood.
Chicago City Hall drama, student's killing sparks immigration debate | The Chicago Report
A fired aide to Mayor Brandon Johnson details allegations of "hostility" toward law enforcement; the killing of Sheridan Gorman is sparking a debate over sanctuary policies; and the latest on the war in Iran from an NEIU professor.
A fired aide to Mayor Brandon Johnson details allegations of "hostility" toward law enforcement; the killing of Sheridan Gorman is sparking a debate over sanctuary policies; and the latest on the war in Iran from an NEIU professor.
Latest on Iran War detailed by Chicago professor | The Chicago Report
Mateo Farzaneh, a professor at Northeastern Illinois University, joined the show to talk about the latest developments in the Iran War.
Mateo Farzaneh, a professor at Northeastern Illinois University, joined the show to talk about the latest developments in the Iran War.
Killing of Chicago university student sparks sanctuary law debate | The Chicago Report
The killing of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman is getting national attention as the suspect, Jose Medina, is facing murder charges.
The killing of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman is getting national attention as the suspect, Jose Medina, is facing murder charges.
Fired aide to Chicago mayor alleges hostility in office | The Chicago Report
A now-fired aide to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is alleging a culture of hostility toward law enforcement in the mayor's office. Manny Whitfield also detailed a personnel dispute that he believes led to his firing.
A now-fired aide to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is alleging a culture of hostility toward law enforcement in the mayor's office. Manny Whitfield also detailed a personnel dispute that he believes led to his firing.
City Council halts wage increase for tipped workers | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz talks about the One Fair Wage discussion, continued fallout after Chicago Deputy Mayor's firing, talking to the architect of a new Soldier Field idea, and the latest hotel tax hike in Chicago.
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz talks about the One Fair Wage discussion, continued fallout after Chicago Deputy Mayor's firing, talking to the architect of a new Soldier Field idea, and the latest hotel tax hike in Chicago.
City Council passes hotel tax - highest in the nation| The Chicago Report
Chicago is ramping up the hotel tax to fund tourism. On Wednesday, city council unanimously voted to create a tourism improvement district, raising hotel taxes to 19% --the highest in the nation. Supporters say it's needed to boost the city's marketing budget. To weigh in, we have Michael Jacobson, President of the Illinois Hotel and Lodging Association.
Chicago is ramping up the hotel tax to fund tourism. On Wednesday, city council unanimously voted to create a tourism improvement district, raising hotel taxes to 19% --the highest in the nation. Supporters say it's needed to boost the city's marketing budget. To weigh in, we have Michael Jacobson, President of the Illinois Hotel and Lodging Association.
Edward Peck's Soldier Field proposal | The Chicago Report
There's an architect making a last-minute pitch to keep the team at Solider Field. Edward Peck's design includes a translucent roof, more seating, and an entertainment district. Could these upgrades be enough to keep Indiana or Arlington Heights off the table? Peck joins us know to make his case.
There's an architect making a last-minute pitch to keep the team at Solider Field. Edward Peck's design includes a translucent roof, more seating, and an entertainment district. Could these upgrades be enough to keep Indiana or Arlington Heights off the table? Peck joins us know to make his case.
City Council halts wage increase for tipped workers | The Chicago Report
Like clockwork - city council and the mayor are at odds on another issue. Yesterday, the council voted 30-18 to freeze planned hikes in the minimum wage for tipped workers like servers and bartenders. So instead of gradually going up to match the regular city minimum wage around $16, it will stay at $12.62 an hour. But a frustrated mayor johnson said he has other plans.
Like clockwork - city council and the mayor are at odds on another issue. Yesterday, the council voted 30-18 to freeze planned hikes in the minimum wage for tipped workers like servers and bartenders. So instead of gradually going up to match the regular city minimum wage around $16, it will stay at $12.62 an hour. But a frustrated mayor johnson said he has other plans.
CTA sues government over paused project funding | The Chicago Report
The CTA is suing the Trump administration over paused funding for two of its projects.
The CTA is suing the Trump administration over paused funding for two of its projects.
Fallout continues after Chicago Deputy Mayor firing | The Chicago Report
More fallout today after yesterday's surprise firing of Mayor Johnson's point person for public safety, deputy mayor Garien Gatewood. More than 20 city council members have sent the mayor a letter condemning the move, and what they say is a character assassination from the mayor's office with claims that Gatewood presided over a hostile work environment.
More fallout today after yesterday's surprise firing of Mayor Johnson's point person for public safety, deputy mayor Garien Gatewood. More than 20 city council members have sent the mayor a letter condemning the move, and what they say is a character assassination from the mayor's office with claims that Gatewood presided over a hostile work environment.
Garien Gatewood speaks on his firing | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz talks about the surprising shakeup in Mayor Brandon Johnson's office as well as talking to Juliana Stratton and Don Tracy on their upcoming race.
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz talks about the surprising shakeup in Mayor Brandon Johnson's office as well as talking to Juliana Stratton and Don Tracy on their upcoming race.
Juliana Stratton, Don Tracy talk their upcoming race | The Chicago Report
After Tuesday's primary election, the field is set in the race for Illinois' open U.S. Senate seat, vacated by Dick Durbin. Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton won the democratic nomination, backed by millions of dollars from Governor JB Pritzker and former Illinois GOP party chair Don Tracy. If elected, he would be the first republican to represent Illinois in the U.S. Senate since Mark Kirk lost his reelection bid in 2016.
After Tuesday's primary election, the field is set in the race for Illinois' open U.S. Senate seat, vacated by Dick Durbin. Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton won the democratic nomination, backed by millions of dollars from Governor JB Pritzker and former Illinois GOP party chair Don Tracy. If elected, he would be the first republican to represent Illinois in the U.S. Senate since Mark Kirk lost his reelection bid in 2016.
Mayor Johnson fires Deputy Mayor Garien Gatewood | The Chicago Report
A sudden shakeup inside Mayor Brandon Johnson's office today. Garien Gatewood, Chicago's first deputy mayor for public safety has been fired. That's a position Mayor Johnson created days after taking office in 2023. But that's not all-- Manny Whitfield, Director of Violence Prevention, was also let go.
A sudden shakeup inside Mayor Brandon Johnson's office today. Garien Gatewood, Chicago's first deputy mayor for public safety has been fired. That's a position Mayor Johnson created days after taking office in 2023. But that's not all-- Manny Whitfield, Director of Violence Prevention, was also let go.