"Torture" lawsuit against Illinois prisons over solitary confinement | The Chicago Report
A new federal lawsuit accuses the Illinois Department of Corrections of "torturous" practices at the maximum-security Menard Correctional Center. The suit, filed by the MacArthur Justice Center and Akin, alleges that three incarcerated men were locked in cramped solitary cells for months without being allowed outside to exercise. Anita Blanton talks to Alexa Van Brunt of the MJC to break down the allegations of eighth amendment violations.
A new federal lawsuit accuses the Illinois Department of Corrections of "torturous" practices at the maximum-security Menard Correctional Center. The suit, filed by the MacArthur Justice Center and Akin, alleges that three incarcerated men were locked in cramped solitary cells for months without being allowed outside to exercise. Anita Blanton talks to Alexa Van Brunt of the MJC to break down the allegations of eighth amendment violations.
Why Chicago school board candidates are being kicked off the ballot | The Chicago Report
Anita Blanton speaks with Chicago school board candidates Dr. Angel Velez and Tameka Walton about their recent ballot challenges. Board Vice President Velez details his fight to appeal his official removal from the ballot, while Walton breaks down her newly launched write-in campaigns. Both warn that signature objections will leave parents with less choices this November.
Anita Blanton speaks with Chicago school board candidates Dr. Angel Velez and Tameka Walton about their recent ballot challenges. Board Vice President Velez details his fight to appeal his official removal from the ballot, while Walton breaks down her newly launched write-in campaigns. Both warn that signature objections will leave parents with less choices this November.
Amazon sued after Indiana teen suffered life-changing injuries in school bus crash
The family of Indiana teen Lucas Bradshaw is suing Amazon and others, alleging they failed to keep an unsafe commercial driver off the road before a 2025 school bus crash that left him with life-changing injuries.
The family of Indiana teen Lucas Bradshaw is suing Amazon and others, alleging they failed to keep an unsafe commercial driver off the road before a 2025 school bus crash that left him with life-changing injuries.
Amazon sued after Indiana teen suffered life-changing injuries in school bus crash
The family of Indiana teen Lucas Bradshaw is suing Amazon and others, alleging they failed to keep an unsafe commercial driver off the road before a 2025 school bus crash that left him with life-changing injuries.
The family of Indiana teen Lucas Bradshaw is suing Amazon and others, alleging they failed to keep an unsafe commercial driver off the road before a 2025 school bus crash that left him with life-changing injuries.
Data center fears mount after Illinois village residents prepare for the worst
It's been two days since we first told you about Constellation Energy buying several hundred acres of land in or near the Village of Essex and it's still anyone's guess what they are going to do with all of that land.
It's been two days since we first told you about Constellation Energy buying several hundred acres of land in or near the Village of Essex and it's still anyone's guess what they are going to do with all of that land.
Data center fears mount after Illinois village residents prepare for the worst
It's been two days since we first told you about Constellation Energy buying several hundred acres of land in or near the Village of Essex and it's still anyone's guess what they are going to do with all of that land.
It's been two days since we first told you about Constellation Energy buying several hundred acres of land in or near the Village of Essex and it's still anyone's guess what they are going to do with all of that land.
Why Chicago Is overhauling the RTLO to protect tenants | The Chicago Report
Chicago Department of Housing Commissioner Lissette Castañeda breaks down the Protecting Renters Ordinance, overhauling the city's 40-year-old RLTO.
Chicago Department of Housing Commissioner Lissette Castañeda breaks down the Protecting Renters Ordinance, overhauling the city's 40-year-old RLTO.
Why Chicago community groups have concerns about 'The 78' | The Chicago Report
The CBA for 78 coalition is raising major concerns over how "The 78" mega-development will impact local housing, traffic safety, and community transparency. To ensure the neighborhood isn't left behind, they are calling for TIF funds to be used transparently to benefit all members of the public. Angela Lin with People Matter explains.
The CBA for 78 coalition is raising major concerns over how "The 78" mega-development will impact local housing, traffic safety, and community transparency. To ensure the neighborhood isn't left behind, they are calling for TIF funds to be used transparently to benefit all members of the public. Angela Lin with People Matter explains.
Is Chicago Public Schools' 'Black Student Success Plan' still happening? | The Chicago Report
Anita Blanton talks to Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova about her article: "Delays in ramping up work on Chicago’s Black Student Success Plan frustrate some advocates." Koumpilova has an update after the U.S. Department of Education’s move to withhold grant dollars over the plan.
Anita Blanton talks to Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova about her article: "Delays in ramping up work on Chicago’s Black Student Success Plan frustrate some advocates." Koumpilova has an update after the U.S. Department of Education’s move to withhold grant dollars over the plan.
IL House committee to investigate Rep. Carol Ammons following indictment | The Chicago Report
Anita Blanton discusses the Illinois House special committee investigating Rep. Carol Ammons following an indictment on charges of wire fraud. Rep. Tom Weber explains why he signed the petition to create the committee.
Anita Blanton discusses the Illinois House special committee investigating Rep. Carol Ammons following an indictment on charges of wire fraud. Rep. Tom Weber explains why he signed the petition to create the committee.
Council committee blocks Mayor Johnson's CHA board picks | The Chicago Report
The battle over leadership at the Chicago Housing Authority isn’t going away. Today, Mayor Johnson faced more pushback from the City Council housing committee regarding his CHA board commissioner appointees: John Bartlett, Hipolito Roldan and Ramona Westbrook.
The battle over leadership at the Chicago Housing Authority isn’t going away. Today, Mayor Johnson faced more pushback from the City Council housing committee regarding his CHA board commissioner appointees: John Bartlett, Hipolito Roldan and Ramona Westbrook.
Taco Bell investigated as lettuce emerges as possible source of cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taco Bell is under investigation as health officials identify lettuce as the likely source of a recent cyclospora outbreak.
Taco Bell is under investigation as health officials identify lettuce as the likely source of a recent cyclospora outbreak.
Tiers for Fears: Why Caleb Willams is appropriately rated in NFL’s top 10 QBs | Chicago Sports Tonight
Cassie Carlson and Sam Panayotovich react to the latest NFL list; top 10 QBs for 2026, which has Caleb Williams at #10 and what does Williams need to show early this season that he’s ready to take the next step into elite status?
Cassie Carlson and Sam Panayotovich react to the latest NFL list; top 10 QBs for 2026, which has Caleb Williams at #10 and what does Williams need to show early this season that he’s ready to take the next step into elite status?
How much credit does Craig Counsell deserve for managing Cubs in 1st half? | Chicago Sports Tonight
FS1's Danny Parkins discusses favorites to win the Home Run Derby and how he'd define the first half of the season for the Cubs. Plus, Caleb Wilson's Summer League debut doesn't technically mean anything, but it does give hope to the type of player he can grow into. And is Caleb Williams a top 10 QB?
FS1's Danny Parkins discusses favorites to win the Home Run Derby and how he'd define the first half of the season for the Cubs. Plus, Caleb Wilson's Summer League debut doesn't technically mean anything, but it does give hope to the type of player he can grow into. And is Caleb Williams a top 10 QB?
Cyclosporiasis outbreak possibly tied to salad greens, lettuce, MDHHS says
Michigan health officials are pointing to lettuce or salad greens as a potential source behind the outbreak of cyclosporiasis that is spreading throughout the state.
Michigan health officials are pointing to lettuce or salad greens as a potential source behind the outbreak of cyclosporiasis that is spreading throughout the state.
Data center fears grow after massive land purchases in Chicago suburb
Residents in far south suburban Essex have been on edge for nearly a year about a data center possibly being built in their village.
Residents in far south suburban Essex have been on edge for nearly a year about a data center possibly being built in their village.
Data center fears grow after massive land purchases in Chicago suburb
Essex residents are raising concerns after Constellation Energy purchased more than 700 acres near the village, fueling speculation about a possible data center.
Essex residents are raising concerns after Constellation Energy purchased more than 700 acres near the village, fueling speculation about a possible data center.
Hilary Duff fans get into fight during 'Lizzie McGuire' star's Los Angeles concert
A fight broke out between fans during a Hilary Duff concert at the Kia Forum in Inglewood.
A fight broke out between fans during a Hilary Duff concert at the Kia Forum in Inglewood.
Two potential sites for Bears stadium, cyclospora in Illinois and more | Week in Review
This week on "Week in Review," our first look at two potential sites for the Bears stadium, a suspect charged after the tragic death of a 10-year-old and the intestinal parasite that is wreaking havoc in Illinois.
This week on "Week in Review," our first look at two potential sites for the Bears stadium, a suspect charged after the tragic death of a 10-year-old and the intestinal parasite that is wreaking havoc in Illinois.
How will Ben Johnson ratchet up expectations & intensity in training camp | The Offseason - EP. 20
On this week's Offseason, Cassie Carlson is joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and Fox Chicago Bears analyst Anthony Herron. With just 3 weeks until the Bears report to training camp, how will Ben Johnson ratchet the intensity up even more this year? Also, the crew reacts to Mark Schlereth saying Caleb Williams is not a good quarterback. Plus, did you know that Big Ant played Taylor Swift's bodyguard at the 2009 Country Music Awards? We have pictures!
On this week's Offseason, Cassie Carlson is joined by The Athletic's Dan Wiederer and Fox Chicago Bears analyst Anthony Herron. With just 3 weeks until the Bears report to training camp, how will Ben Johnson ratchet the intensity up even more this year? Also, the crew reacts to Mark Schlereth saying Caleb Williams is not a good quarterback. Plus, did you know that Big Ant played Taylor Swift's bodyguard at the 2009 Country Music Awards? We have pictures!