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.
Missing Dolton twins found, Bears draft and Chicago headlines | Week in Review
On this episode of "Week in Review:" missing Dolton twin infants found safe, a Bears draft pick breakdown and a CTA train derailment during the evening commute. Plus, a rideshare delivery turns into a drug discovery, over $100K in Pokémon cards stolen and a viral goose egg theft caught on camera.
On this episode of "Week in Review:" missing Dolton twin infants found safe, a Bears draft pick breakdown and a CTA train derailment during the evening commute. Plus, a rideshare delivery turns into a drug discovery, over $100K in Pokémon cards stolen and a viral goose egg theft caught on camera.
1-on-1 with Dillon Thieneman | The Offseason
Cassie Carlson went 1-on-1 with the newest Chicago Bear, Dillon Thieneman, after his introduction at Halas Hall. Dillon talks about his first impressions of the Bears since being drafted, why he likes to be coached hard and his obsession with being great.
Cassie Carlson went 1-on-1 with the newest Chicago Bear, Dillon Thieneman, after his introduction at Halas Hall. Dillon talks about his first impressions of the Bears since being drafted, why he likes to be coached hard and his obsession with being great.
New Bears safety Dillon Thieneman eager to get started in Chicago
New Bears' safety Dillon Thieneman speaks to the media shortly after arriving to Chicago at Bears' Halas Hall.
New Bears' safety Dillon Thieneman speaks to the media shortly after arriving to Chicago at Bears' Halas Hall.
Dillon Thieneman Film Breakdown & Bears Day 2 Targets | The Offseason
On Episode 9 of The Offseason, Anthony Herron joined Cassie Carlson to react to the Bears selecting Dillon Thieneman with the 25th overall pick. Big Ant also breaks down Dillon Thieneman's film and projects what Thieneman will add to the Bears defense. Plus, there is a lot of talent still on the board heading into Day 2 of the draft. Big Ant gives us potential Bears targets to keep an eye on when the Bears are on the clock.
On Episode 9 of The Offseason, Anthony Herron joined Cassie Carlson to react to the Bears selecting Dillon Thieneman with the 25th overall pick. Big Ant also breaks down Dillon Thieneman's film and projects what Thieneman will add to the Bears defense. Plus, there is a lot of talent still on the board heading into Day 2 of the draft. Big Ant gives us potential Bears targets to keep an eye on when the Bears are on the clock.
Bears select safety Dillon Thieneman with the 25th pick
The Chicago Bears have selected safety Dillon Thieneman with the 25th Pick. FOX Chicago's Chris Kwiecinski and Tina Nguyen break it down.
The Chicago Bears have selected safety Dillon Thieneman with the 25th Pick. FOX Chicago's Chris Kwiecinski and Tina Nguyen break it down.
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.
Bears Draft Live: Who will the Bears target in the 1st round?
Cassie Carlson, Anthony Herron and Tina Nguyen host Bears Draft Live on Fox Chicago. The crew gets you ready for Night 1 of the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh. Who will the Bears target in the 1st round? Anthony breaks down multiple draft prospects, and Tina is up at Halas Hall giving you the latest Bears intel from Lake Forest. Plus, special guests Jeff Joniak and Matt Forte joined the show!
Cassie Carlson, Anthony Herron and Tina Nguyen host Bears Draft Live on Fox Chicago. The crew gets you ready for Night 1 of the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh. Who will the Bears target in the 1st round? Anthony breaks down multiple draft prospects, and Tina is up at Halas Hall giving you the latest Bears intel from Lake Forest. Plus, special guests Jeff Joniak and Matt Forte joined the show!
Jeff Joniak breaks down NFL Draft, Bears outlook
Jeff Joniak, the voice of the Bears, joins “Bears Draft Live” to discuss what lies ahead in the NFL Draft and what it could mean for the team next season.
Jeff Joniak, the voice of the Bears, joins “Bears Draft Live” to discuss what lies ahead in the NFL Draft and what it could mean for the team next season.
Why everything has been clicking for the Cubs | Chicago Sports Tonight
ESPN's Jesse Rogers joined Tina Nguyen on CST from Wrigley Field. Jesse tells Tina why the Cubs have been red hot as of late, how impressive Cubs starters have been stepping up, Shota Imanaga returning to form and how Nico Hoerner has been a man on a mission this season.
ESPN's Jesse Rogers joined Tina Nguyen on CST from Wrigley Field. Jesse tells Tina why the Cubs have been red hot as of late, how impressive Cubs starters have been stepping up, Shota Imanaga returning to form and how Nico Hoerner has been a man on a mission this season.
Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s cause of death released
New gruesome forensic details have been released in the murder case of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Singer D4vd’s defense team maintains his innocence as the trial looms.
New gruesome forensic details have been released in the murder case of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Singer D4vd’s defense team maintains his innocence as the trial looms.
Matt Forte: 'I have ultimate trust in Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson' | Chicago Sports Tonight
Former Bears running back Matt Forte joined Cassie Carlson on CST. Forte is currently a draft analyst for The Athletic and talked about who he'd like to see the Bears target in the first round. Forte also explained why he's optimistic about the Bears future under Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson and why he has ultimate trust in them to get this right.
Former Bears running back Matt Forte joined Cassie Carlson on CST. Forte is currently a draft analyst for The Athletic and talked about who he'd like to see the Bears target in the first round. Forte also explained why he's optimistic about the Bears future under Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson and why he has ultimate trust in them to get this right.
Why Bears fans should be assured Ryan Poles will assemble a strong draft class | Chicago Sports Tonight
GMFB's Manti Te'o joined Cassie Carlson on CST. Manti broke down the types of defensive profiles the Bears should target in the draft. Manti also spoke highly of the Bears future and why he believes they have the right pieces in place to compete at the top of the NFC.
GMFB's Manti Te'o joined Cassie Carlson on CST. Manti broke down the types of defensive profiles the Bears should target in the draft. Manti also spoke highly of the Bears future and why he believes they have the right pieces in place to compete at the top of the NFC.
Longtime Georgia Congressman David Scott dies at 80
David Scott, a longtime Georgia congressman and former chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at the age of 80 after nearly five decades in elected office.
David Scott, a longtime Georgia congressman and former chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at the age of 80 after nearly five decades in elected office.
South Shore coffee shop turns jobs into entrepreneurship pipeline for Chicago youth
A South Shore coffee shop is empowering young people with job training, mentorship and business skills to create opportunities and build pathways to ownership.
A South Shore coffee shop is empowering young people with job training, mentorship and business skills to create opportunities and build pathways to ownership.
South Shore coffee shop brews opportunity for young entrepreneurs
A South Shore coffee shop is empowering young people with job training, mentorship and business skills to create opportunities and build pathways to ownership.
A South Shore coffee shop is empowering young people with job training, mentorship and business skills to create opportunities and build pathways to ownership.
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.