South Shore residents to sue feds over raid | The Chicago Report
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Nearly a year after a controversial federal immigration raid at a South Shore Apartment Complex, 18 residents are now taking steps toward suing the federal government. They allege agents used excessive force, unlawfully entered apartments, and caused lasting physical and emotional trauma during the operation.  Joining us now to break down the case and where it goes from here is Pablo Moreno, staff attorney with Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, also known as MALDEF.

ISBE reverses closures of Learn Charter Schools | The Chicago Report
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In North Chicago, a decision to close two high-performing elementary schools sparked major pushback and questions about how the process was handled.  Now, the Illinois State Board of Education has stepped in, reversing the local district’s move and allowing learn 6 and learn 10 to remain open.  Joining us now is Greg White, President and CEO of Learn.

South Shore residents to sue feds over raid | The Chicago Report
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Nearly a year after a controversial federal immigration raid at a South Shore Apartment Complex, 18 residents are now taking steps toward suing the federal government. They allege agents used excessive force, unlawfully entered apartments, and caused lasting physical and emotional trauma during the operation.  Joining us now to break down the case and where it goes from here is Pablo Moreno, staff attorney with Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, also known as MALDEF.

Chicago Public Schools facing $733M shortfall | The Chicago Report
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Chicago Public Schools is facing a major budget shortfall, with possible cuts to teaching staff as district leaders and education advocates push Springfield for more funding.  At the same time, debates continue over state spending priorities, including legislation tied to a proposed Bears stadium project.  Here to weigh in is Hal Woods with Chicago Kids First. 

As kratom use surges, Illinois debates how to regulate the product

While some states have imposed bans on the possession, sale, or use of the product, the lines remain blurred in Illinois.

Kratom use grows as Illinois lawmakers consider regulation
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 In recent years, the plant-based substance Kratom has surged in popularity across the U.S.  It's raising questions about safety, regulation, and how it should be treated under the law.  Kasey Chronis explores what it is, and the growing legal debate. 

Florida deputy survives stabbing after man tries to kill him, sheriff's office says

A Florida deputy, Robert Fitch, was attacked and stabbed several times when responding to a call on May 13. Detectives say the reported stabber was trying to kill Deputy Fitch.

Community violence groups push for funding support | The Chicago Report
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Community violence intervention groups are en route to Springfield.  They're pushing lawmakers to keep supporting efforts they say are working to drive down shootings and homicides across Illinois.  Teny Gross is with the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago is joining us to share more. 

Push to reign in data centers in Joliet, across Illinois | The Chicago Report
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Despite massive pushback, Joliet leaders approved a major data center project. Now, advocates are looking to state lawmakers to pass a bill to help curtail the energy impacts across the state.

Illinois lawmaker on megaproject bill, AI regulation | The Chicago Report
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State Sen. Bill Cunningham (D-Chicago) spoke with us about a number of key issues in Springfield, including the status of the megaprojects bill key to a new Bears stadium and another bill to put more regulations on AI models.

DNC back in Chicago? AI's influence on college and IL sex assault bill | The Chicago Report
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Tia Ewing tackles some of the biggest issues of the day, including the DNC possibly returning to Chicago, whether AI is impacting the value of a college degree, and a bill that would require Illinois students convicted of sexual assault to be expelled.

What to know about the hantavirus as passengers return to US | The Chicago Report
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As passengers from the ship that experienced a hantavirus outbreak return to the U.S., we ask a doctor to break down what we know about the public health concern.

Could a gas tax break help drivers amid surging prices? | The Chicago Report
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President Trump said he wants to suspend the nation's gas tax to provide relief for drivers amid surging oil prices due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Jose Melesio: Cubs fan visiting Los Angeles dies in hit-and-run crash

A Cubs fan who traveled to Los Angeles never made it back to Chicago. Jose Melesio was killed in a hit-and-run crash during the Cubs-Dodgers series in late April.