Alders question UChicago ShotSpotter study | The Chicago Report
City hall got spicy today after a planned ended early with a lot of questions surrounding why. In large part, because the gunshot technology ShotSpotter was on the agenda today, and whether the city is working on finding a replacement, like Mayor Brandon Johnson promised. Axios' Monica Eng talks about the topic.
City hall got spicy today after a planned ended early with a lot of questions surrounding why. In large part, because the gunshot technology ShotSpotter was on the agenda today, and whether the city is working on finding a replacement, like Mayor Brandon Johnson promised. Axios' Monica Eng talks about the topic.
We Walk for Her March brings attention to missing Black women, girls
The ninth annual "We Walk for Her" march just wrapped up in Bronzeville. Chicago police superintendent Larry Snelling joined neighbors and activists to demand more resources for missing black women and girls. Organizers say black women account for over a third of Chicago's active missing persons cases despite making up just 15% of the female population. Timara Wade-- who is a youth organizer with the Kenwood Oakland Community Organization is joining us to tell us more.
The ninth annual "We Walk for Her" march just wrapped up in Bronzeville. Chicago police superintendent Larry Snelling joined neighbors and activists to demand more resources for missing black women and girls. Organizers say black women account for over a third of Chicago's active missing persons cases despite making up just 15% of the female population. Timara Wade-- who is a youth organizer with the Kenwood Oakland Community Organization is joining us to tell us more.
Alders question UChicago ShotSpotter study | The Chicago Report
City hall got spicy today after a planned ended early with a lot of questions surrounding why. In large part, because the gunshot technology ShotSpotter was on the agenda today, and whether the city is working on finding a replacement, like Mayor Brandon Johnson promised. Axios' Monica Eng talks about the topic.
City hall got spicy today after a planned ended early with a lot of questions surrounding why. In large part, because the gunshot technology ShotSpotter was on the agenda today, and whether the city is working on finding a replacement, like Mayor Brandon Johnson promised. Axios' Monica Eng talks about the topic.
Illinois delays landmark credit card swipe fee law after pushback from banking industry | ChicagoNOW
Illinois lawmakers have postponed a first-in-the-nation law that would eliminate credit card swipe fess on sales taxes and employee tips.
Illinois lawmakers have postponed a first-in-the-nation law that would eliminate credit card swipe fess on sales taxes and employee tips.
Susana Mendoza announces run for Chicago mayor in 2027
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced on Wednesday she will again run for mayor of Chicago in next year’s election.
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced on Wednesday she will again run for mayor of Chicago in next year’s election.
Mixed messages? Lawmakers say Bears strategy helped kill megaprojects bill
There are questions about whom to blame for why the Megaprojects Bill failed in the Illinois Legislature during the spring session.
There are questions about whom to blame for why the Megaprojects Bill failed in the Illinois Legislature during the spring session.
Mixed messages? Lawmakers say Bears strategy helped kill megaprojects bill
There are questions about whom to blame for why the Megaprojects Bill failed in the Illinois Legislature during the spring session.
There are questions about whom to blame for why the Megaprojects Bill failed in the Illinois Legislature during the spring session.
What's next in Bears stadium battle; state budget debate | The Chicago Report
Are the Bears to blame for what's happened so far in the battle for a new stadium? And, hear from those who oppose the state's budget that was just passed. All that and more on this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Are the Bears to blame for what's happened so far in the battle for a new stadium? And, hear from those who oppose the state's budget that was just passed. All that and more on this episode of "The Chicago Report."
My Brother's Keeper March set for June 13th | The Chicago Report
A powerful call to action is coming to Chicago ahead of the summer months.
A powerful call to action is coming to Chicago ahead of the summer months.
New program offers up to $70K for Chicago homebuyers | The Chicago Report
Chicago is launching a new program to help residents become homeowners. Up to 400 people could receive $70,000 for down payments and closing costs.
Chicago is launching a new program to help residents become homeowners. Up to 400 people could receive $70,000 for down payments and closing costs.
Illinois budget renews fight over school funding | The Chicago Report
One day since the General Assembly passed the 2027 budget, and there's more than one group weighing in with their take on it. Some with high praise and others not happy about the outcome.
One day since the General Assembly passed the 2027 budget, and there's more than one group weighing in with their take on it. Some with high praise and others not happy about the outcome.
Bears stadium saga latest & Sox-cess on the Southside | Chicago Sports Tonight
On a Monday edition of CST, Tina Nguyen is joined by Fox Chicago reporter Bret Buganski and The Score's Matt Spiegel to react to the latest in the Bears Stadium saga. Is Hammond, Indiana still a legitimate option, or are the Bears using them as leverage? Plus, what are the next steps in the stadium process and is Arlington Heights still in play? Also, should Bears fans feel more or less confident that the team is staying in Illinois, and could the Bears have matched the Rams' trade offer for Myles Garrett? Finally, can the Southsiders keep up their Sox-cess with superstar Munetaka Murakami out the next 4 weeks?
On a Monday edition of CST, Tina Nguyen is joined by Fox Chicago reporter Bret Buganski and The Score's Matt Spiegel to react to the latest in the Bears Stadium saga. Is Hammond, Indiana still a legitimate option, or are the Bears using them as leverage? Plus, what are the next steps in the stadium process and is Arlington Heights still in play? Also, should Bears fans feel more or less confident that the team is staying in Illinois, and could the Bears have matched the Rams' trade offer for Myles Garrett? Finally, can the Southsiders keep up their Sox-cess with superstar Munetaka Murakami out the next 4 weeks?
Bears stadium bill dies, breaking down the budget | The Chicago Report
The Bears stadium bill was not considered by the House, and with the legislative session over, what's all included in the state's budget? We break it all down in this episode of "The Chicago Report."
The Bears stadium bill was not considered by the House, and with the legislative session over, what's all included in the state's budget? We break it all down in this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Petition to change Wabash Avenue to Obama Avenue | The Chicago Report
Signatures are growing on a Change.org petition that is calling for Wabash Avenue to be renamed to honor former President Barack Obama.
Signatures are growing on a Change.org petition that is calling for Wabash Avenue to be renamed to honor former President Barack Obama.
Immigrants sent to other states after ICE release | The Chicago Report
A network of volunteers across the country is stepping up to help immigrants released from ICE detention. A group in Illinois called the Overground Railroad drives people hundreds of miles to get back home. Chicago Tribune investigative reporter Gregory Pratt joins us.
A network of volunteers across the country is stepping up to help immigrants released from ICE detention. A group in Illinois called the Overground Railroad drives people hundreds of miles to get back home. Chicago Tribune investigative reporter Gregory Pratt joins us.
Illinois legislative session is over. What's in the budget? | The Chicago Report
The state's $55.9 billion budget passed early Monday morning. We break it all down with Bryce Hill, with the Illinois Policy Institute.
The state's $55.9 billion budget passed early Monday morning. We break it all down with Bryce Hill, with the Illinois Policy Institute.
Illinois leaders react after failing to pass last-minute Bears stadium bill
Illinois lawmakers ended their session without passing a stadium bill designed to help keep the Chicago Bears in the state.
Illinois lawmakers ended their session without passing a stadium bill designed to help keep the Chicago Bears in the state.
Pritzker speaks after Bears stadium plan stalls
Gov. JB Pritzker held a press conference Monday morning after Illinois lawmakers adjourned without approving a Bears stadium financing plan.
Gov. JB Pritzker held a press conference Monday morning after Illinois lawmakers adjourned without approving a Bears stadium financing plan.
Chicago Bears stadium plan stalls as Illinois lawmakers adjourn
Illinois lawmakers adjourned their spring legislative session early Monday without approving a last-minute stadium financing proposal aimed at keeping the Chicago Bears in the state, leaving the franchise free to continue weighing potential stadium sites in both Illinois and Indiana.
Illinois lawmakers adjourned their spring legislative session early Monday without approving a last-minute stadium financing proposal aimed at keeping the Chicago Bears in the state, leaving the franchise free to continue weighing potential stadium sites in both Illinois and Indiana.
Bears stadium latest: Megaprojects bill revamped as amendment to House Bill 958
The megaprojects bill, or the Bears' stadium bill, has been filed as an amendment to House Bill 958, sources say.
The megaprojects bill, or the Bears' stadium bill, has been filed as an amendment to House Bill 958, sources say.