Chicago millionaire tax proposal: Alderman explains the push for a vote
A proposal to create a millionaire tax could soon return to the Chicago City Council. The resolution calls for a state constitutional amendment that would allow voters to decide whether to add a 3% tax on net income over $1 million.
A proposal to create a millionaire tax could soon return to the Chicago City Council. The resolution calls for a state constitutional amendment that would allow voters to decide whether to add a 3% tax on net income over $1 million.
Nolan Wells' parents speak ahead of autopsy findings: 'We want to know what happened to our son'
Christine and Elmore Wonsley spoke Wednesday morning before attorney Ben Crump released the findings of an independent autopsy into their son's death.
Christine and Elmore Wonsley spoke Wednesday morning before attorney Ben Crump released the findings of an independent autopsy into their son's death.
Summer dibs: Are Cook County picnic areas first come, first served? What to know
Many people assume Chicago area picnic sites are first come, first served, but a recent investigation found that permit holders actually have priority. Tracy Bishop of the Forest Preserves of Cook County explains how the reservation system works.
Many people assume Chicago area picnic sites are first come, first served, but a recent investigation found that permit holders actually have priority. Tracy Bishop of the Forest Preserves of Cook County explains how the reservation system works.
CPS disciplines 700+ workers for misconduct over a year
A WTTW analysis of Chicago Public Schools records shows that hundreds of district employees have been accused of misconduct. Jared Rutecki, investigative reporter at WTTW, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the findings.
A WTTW analysis of Chicago Public Schools records shows that hundreds of district employees have been accused of misconduct. Jared Rutecki, investigative reporter at WTTW, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the findings.
Chicago man charged after SWAT officer among 2 shot
A Chicago man has been charged with 11 felonies, including attempted murder, after a SWAT officer was among two people shot Monday in Albany Park.
A Chicago man has been charged with 11 felonies, including attempted murder, after a SWAT officer was among two people shot Monday in Albany Park.
Nolan Wells death: Independent autopsy findings revealed in Chicago
An independent autopsy report is adding new questions in the death of Nolan Wells.
An independent autopsy report is adding new questions in the death of Nolan Wells.
Chicago crime: Teen killed, 2 others wounded in separate shootings overnight
A 15-year-old boy was killed and two others were wounded in separate shootings across Chicago Tuesday night into Wednesday. Here's what police say.
A 15-year-old boy was killed and two others were wounded in separate shootings across Chicago Tuesday night into Wednesday. Here's what police say.
Chicago weather: Cooler air arrives before weekend heat returns
Enjoy the break while it lasts. Comfortable 70s stick around through Thursday before heat and humidity return this weekend.
Enjoy the break while it lasts. Comfortable 70s stick around through Thursday before heat and humidity return this weekend.
Chicago man charged with attempted murder after SWAT officer among 2 shot in Albany Park
A Chicago man has been charged with 11 felonies, including attempted murder, after a SWAT officer was among two people shot Monday in Albany Park.
A Chicago man has been charged with 11 felonies, including attempted murder, after a SWAT officer was among two people shot Monday in Albany Park.
Chicago nonprofit Cardz for Kidz approaches milestone of 1 million cards delivered worldwide
Sometimes, the simplest messages can offer the greatest comfort to those navigating a difficult road. For the founder of one Chicago nonprofit, that act of kindness is rooted in a deeply personal experience.
Sometimes, the simplest messages can offer the greatest comfort to those navigating a difficult road. For the founder of one Chicago nonprofit, that act of kindness is rooted in a deeply personal experience.
Chicago nonprofit Cardz for Kidz approaches milestone of 1 million cards delivered worldwide
Sometimes, the simplest messages can offer the greatest comfort to those navigating a difficult road. For the founder of one Chicago nonprofit, that act of kindness is rooted in a deeply personal experience.
Sometimes, the simplest messages can offer the greatest comfort to those navigating a difficult road. For the founder of one Chicago nonprofit, that act of kindness is rooted in a deeply personal experience.
Video shows confrontation involving child flower vendor outside River North bar
A River North business owner is speaking out after surveillance video captured a confrontation involving a minor street vendor outside Moe’s Cantina.
A River North business owner is speaking out after surveillance video captured a confrontation involving a minor street vendor outside Moe’s Cantina.
Video shows confrontation involving child flower vendor outside River North bar
A River North business owner is speaking out after surveillance video captured a confrontation involving a minor street vendor outside Moe’s Cantina.
A River North business owner is speaking out after surveillance video captured a confrontation involving a minor street vendor outside Moe’s Cantina.
Video shows deadly shooting unfold at Lincoln Park bar
New video has been released that shows the moments leading up to a deadly shooting at a Lincoln Park bar. The bar was forced to close after the incident.
New video has been released that shows the moments leading up to a deadly shooting at a Lincoln Park bar. The bar was forced to close after the incident.
Lincoln Park bar closes after shooting, Mayra Macias removed from ballot | The Chicago Report
A Lincoln Park bar has closed after a shooting left a person critically wounded. And, Mayra Macias joins us after being removed from the Fourth Congressional District race ballot. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
A Lincoln Park bar has closed after a shooting left a person critically wounded. And, Mayra Macias joins us after being removed from the Fourth Congressional District race ballot. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Rescued beluga whales from Canada arrive at Shedd Aquarium
The Whale Sanctuary Project is working to end the exploitation of captive whales by creating sanctuaries where they can live in a more natural environment. Founder Lori Marino joins us to talk about the new beluga whales that arrived at Shedd Aquarium.
The Whale Sanctuary Project is working to end the exploitation of captive whales by creating sanctuaries where they can live in a more natural environment. Founder Lori Marino joins us to talk about the new beluga whales that arrived at Shedd Aquarium.
Chicago street performer arrested during performance says he is being targeted
A Chicago street performer said he got arrested Friday night in the middle of his performance in front of the Wrigley Building.
A Chicago street performer said he got arrested Friday night in the middle of his performance in front of the Wrigley Building.
'It's a traumatic experience': Street performer speaks out after arrest
Street performer Andrew David, known for belting on the streets of Chicago, was arrested Friday night over a noise violation. David speaks out about being arrested despite having a street performer license.
Street performer Andrew David, known for belting on the streets of Chicago, was arrested Friday night over a noise violation. David speaks out about being arrested despite having a street performer license.
Lincoln Park bar shut down by CPD after fatal shooting
Chicago's police superintendent ordered Lincoln Park bar The Dime to close for up to six months in connection with a fatal shooting that happened Sunday after a fight broke out at the bar.
Chicago's police superintendent ordered Lincoln Park bar The Dime to close for up to six months in connection with a fatal shooting that happened Sunday after a fight broke out at the bar.
New fins in town: Rescued belugas from Canada arrive in Chicago
Four beluga whales arrived safely at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium Tuesday morning after being flown in from Canada.
Four beluga whales arrived safely at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium Tuesday morning after being flown in from Canada.