Trump's revenge in Indiana, Iran peace deal | The Chicago Report
President Trump made an impression on Indiana voters during the primaries. And, the U.S. offers Iran a peace deal. Will they really come to the table? All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
President Trump made an impression on Indiana voters during the primaries. And, the U.S. offers Iran a peace deal. Will they really come to the table? All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Chicago sweepstakes machine ban advances | The Chicago Report
A Chicago City Council committee is moving forward with a ban on illegal sweepstakes machines. Alderman Anthony Beale has been leading the effort and joins us to break it all down.
A Chicago City Council committee is moving forward with a ban on illegal sweepstakes machines. Alderman Anthony Beale has been leading the effort and joins us to break it all down.
Local police probe into Silverio Villegas Gonzalez's death | The Chicago Report
We're bringing in Axios reporter Monica Eng to tell us what she's working on. Let's start with a story that broke today, Franklin Park Police is launching an investigation into the death of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, eight months after ICE agents shot him.
We're bringing in Axios reporter Monica Eng to tell us what she's working on. Let's start with a story that broke today, Franklin Park Police is launching an investigation into the death of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, eight months after ICE agents shot him.
Mayor Johnson lobbies for more LGDF revenue | The Chicago Report
Even though the dollar amount is technically staying the same, Mayor Johnson and the Illinois Municipal League, say local governments need at least another billion dollars, to pay for critical programs. We're bringing in Brad Cole with the LMC to give us some background on this state program.
Even though the dollar amount is technically staying the same, Mayor Johnson and the Illinois Municipal League, say local governments need at least another billion dollars, to pay for critical programs. We're bringing in Brad Cole with the LMC to give us some background on this state program.
New Illinois proposal aims to lower property taxes for homeowners | ChicagoLIVE
With property taxes rising across Illinois, some lawmakers are proposing new legislation aimed at providing relief for homeowners. State Rep. Dan Ugaste joined ChicagoLIVE to explain the plan, how it could impact taxpayers and schools, and what challenges the proposal may face as it moves forward.
With property taxes rising across Illinois, some lawmakers are proposing new legislation aimed at providing relief for homeowners. State Rep. Dan Ugaste joined ChicagoLIVE to explain the plan, how it could impact taxpayers and schools, and what challenges the proposal may face as it moves forward.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson lobbies state lawmakers for more funding, taxing power
Mayor Johnson was in Springfield to lobby state lawmakers on several issues, especially for more state funding to local governments.
Mayor Johnson was in Springfield to lobby state lawmakers on several issues, especially for more state funding to local governments.
Restricting explosives in Illinois, and why is Chicago flooding worse? | The Chicago Report
We hear about why flooding in the Chicago area is getting worse, what Mayor Brandon Johnson said about his lobbying efforts in Springfield this week, and the battle over a substation in Lincoln Park.
We hear about why flooding in the Chicago area is getting worse, what Mayor Brandon Johnson said about his lobbying efforts in Springfield this week, and the battle over a substation in Lincoln Park.
Why Chicago flooding is getting worse | The Chicago Report
Why is Chicago seeing more frequent and severe flooding? We ask Sun-Times reporter Brett Chase to break down what he's found.
Why is Chicago seeing more frequent and severe flooding? We ask Sun-Times reporter Brett Chase to break down what he's found.
Illinois bill could restrict who can handle explosives, fireworks | The Chicago Report
Some state lawmakers want to tighten the rules around the handling and storage of fireworks and explosives.
Some state lawmakers want to tighten the rules around the handling and storage of fireworks and explosives.
ComEd wants to replace COVID testing site with substation | The Chicago Report
ComEd has its eyes set on a former COVID testing site in Lincoln Park to install a substation, which neighbors are opposed to.
ComEd has its eyes set on a former COVID testing site in Lincoln Park to install a substation, which neighbors are opposed to.
Chicago sees uptick in crime in April | The Chicago Report
The number of shootings and homicides are on the rise in Chicago through the first quarter of 2026, according to new crime data.
The number of shootings and homicides are on the rise in Chicago through the first quarter of 2026, according to new crime data.
Chicago mayor blasts bill tied to new Bears stadium | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday criticized state lawmakers' efforts to push through a piece of legislation the Chicago Bears say is necessary to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday criticized state lawmakers' efforts to push through a piece of legislation the Chicago Bears say is necessary to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.
Chicago mayor bashes effort to pass bill tied to Bears stadium as ‘short-sighted’
Johnson said he didn't know why anyone who represents Chicago would back the effort to allow the Bears to move to Arlington Heights.
Johnson said he didn't know why anyone who represents Chicago would back the effort to allow the Bears to move to Arlington Heights.
Chicago mayor to lobby state lawmakers to preserve $12M in potential lost revenue
Johnson and other suburban mayors say the loss of state revenue would impact local governments' ability to provide key services.
Johnson and other suburban mayors say the loss of state revenue would impact local governments' ability to provide key services.
DOJ goes after IL schools, Chicago gambling debate | The Chicago Report
Why the Department of Justice is targeting Illinois schools for teaching "gender ideology"; a Chicago alderman wants to limit city officials' ability to bet on prediction markets; and why one South Side community is slamming Walgreens for closing their local store.
Why the Department of Justice is targeting Illinois schools for teaching "gender ideology"; a Chicago alderman wants to limit city officials' ability to bet on prediction markets; and why one South Side community is slamming Walgreens for closing their local store.
Push to limit Chicago officials' ability to bet on prediction markets | The Chicago Report
A Chicago alderman is pushing to limit how city officials can use prediction market platforms, citing concerns over conflicts of interest and access to sensitive information.
A Chicago alderman is pushing to limit how city officials can use prediction market platforms, citing concerns over conflicts of interest and access to sensitive information.
Trump admin probes Illinois schools over teaching 'gender ideology' | The Chicago Report
Dozens of Illinois school districts are in the crosshairs of a federal investigation over teaching so-called "gender ideology," but it's still unclear exactly what the probe is about.
Dozens of Illinois school districts are in the crosshairs of a federal investigation over teaching so-called "gender ideology," but it's still unclear exactly what the probe is about.
Debate over controversial housing bill in Illinois state legislature
Members of the Chicago City Council on Monday will debate a proposal from Gov. JB Pritzker that aims to expand much-needed housing in Illinois, but which has also received major pushback from local officials across the Chicago area.
Members of the Chicago City Council on Monday will debate a proposal from Gov. JB Pritzker that aims to expand much-needed housing in Illinois, but which has also received major pushback from local officials across the Chicago area.
Shooting of Chicago police officers sparks renewed debate over SAFE-T Act
Officials are blaming the judge who let Alphanso Talley out on electronic monitoring before he allegedly shot two CPD officers last weekend.
Officials are blaming the judge who let Alphanso Talley out on electronic monitoring before he allegedly shot two CPD officers last weekend.
Pritzker on Trump: ‘I think the man has dementia’
The governor also remarked how often Trump refers to him in the latest jab between the two billionaire politicians.
The governor also remarked how often Trump refers to him in the latest jab between the two billionaire politicians.