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.
Nolan Wells death: Independent autopsy says foul play can't be ruled out
New preliminary findings from an independent autopsy in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells say the cause of death remains undetermined pending further investigation. The pathologist also said non-accidental factors, including foul play, cannot be ruled out.
New preliminary findings from an independent autopsy in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells say the cause of death remains undetermined pending further investigation. The pathologist also said non-accidental factors, including foul play, cannot be ruled out.
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.
Cooler air gives Chicagoland a break before weekend heat returns
Mike Caplan has your Chicago weather update!
Mike Caplan has your Chicago weather update!
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 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.
Landmark U.S.-Saudi Arabia nuclear deal approved by President Trump, reports say
President Trump has approved a major civilian nuclear operation agreement with Saudi Arabia, the Wall Street Journal reports.
President Trump has approved a major civilian nuclear operation agreement with Saudi Arabia, the Wall Street Journal reports.
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.
Chicago weather: Dangerous swimming and boating conditions through Wednesday
Emily Wahls has your weather update!
Emily Wahls has your weather update!
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.
Six men arrested in alleged suburban Chicago prostitution operation, prosecutors say
A 15-month investigation into alleged prostitution operations at four suburban brothels has resulted in felony charges against six men, according to the Kane County State's Attorney's Office.
A 15-month investigation into alleged prostitution operations at four suburban brothels has resulted in felony charges against six men, according to the Kane County State's Attorney's Office.
FDA still looking into Taylor Farms as cyclospora source despite false positive test
The Food and Drug Administration is still warning consumers to be careful consuming Taylor Farms lettuce after it said a test that appeared to link cyclospora to lettuce served at Taco Bell was actually a false positive.
The Food and Drug Administration is still warning consumers to be careful consuming Taylor Farms lettuce after it said a test that appeared to link cyclospora to lettuce served at Taco Bell was actually a false positive.
Record-setting Indiana pole vaulter college bound without scholarship
But despite finishing his senior season as Indiana's No. 1 high school pole vaulter with a personal best of 16 feet, 9 inches—and ranking among the nation's top senior pole vaulters—Easter says he never received the scholarship support he expected.
But despite finishing his senior season as Indiana's No. 1 high school pole vaulter with a personal best of 16 feet, 9 inches—and ranking among the nation's top senior pole vaulters—Easter says he never received the scholarship support he expected.
Caleb Williams or Jared Goff? And who will win NFC North? | 1st and North
Is Caleb Williams ready to take the Bears from a playoff team to a legitimate Super Bowl contender? We tackle the tough schedule ahead in the NFL's brutal Black and Blue division. Over in Green Bay, the Packers lock up Devante Wyatt to a massive extension while navigating a kicker battle, and Minnesota tries to figure out if Kyler Murray or J.J. McCarthy gives them any hope of defying the odds.
Is Caleb Williams ready to take the Bears from a playoff team to a legitimate Super Bowl contender? We tackle the tough schedule ahead in the NFL's brutal Black and Blue division. Over in Green Bay, the Packers lock up Devante Wyatt to a massive extension while navigating a kicker battle, and Minnesota tries to figure out if Kyler Murray or J.J. McCarthy gives them any hope of defying the odds.
'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.