Bill to allow prisoners to vote by mail in ballot | The Chicago Report
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Fox Chicago Bret Buganski hosts The Chicago Report.
Chicago's ICE playbook spreads | The Chicago Report
A new Politico article says Chicago is setting the tone, when it comes to pushing back against President Trump's immigration agenda. Reporter Shia Kapos says Chicago's ICE playbook is becoming a model for other democratic cities like LA and Seattle. She's here now to talk about her reporting process-- and what she learned along the way.
A new Politico article says Chicago is setting the tone, when it comes to pushing back against President Trump's immigration agenda. Reporter Shia Kapos says Chicago's ICE playbook is becoming a model for other democratic cities like LA and Seattle. She's here now to talk about her reporting process-- and what she learned along the way.
Bill to allow prisoners to vote by mail in ballot | The Chicago Report
Right now--- there's a bill making its way through Springfield, which would give all people in prison the right to vote. If you're in jail in Illinois, you can vote. But you can't if you're in prison for a felony, you lose that right. Sen. Collins is here with more.
Right now--- there's a bill making its way through Springfield, which would give all people in prison the right to vote. If you're in jail in Illinois, you can vote. But you can't if you're in prison for a felony, you lose that right. Sen. Collins is here with more.
Trump: Iran War could end in '2 to 3 weeks'
So we're about an hour and a half out the president's public address to the country where we are expecting him to update us on Operation Epic Fury--- which is started more than a month ago. But by the time you all are watching this, that speech will be over. He may say the war is winding down. Here with more insight is Mateo Farzaneh, professor from Northeastern Illinois University, who specializes in history---political science-- the Middle East and Iran.
So we're about an hour and a half out the president's public address to the country where we are expecting him to update us on Operation Epic Fury--- which is started more than a month ago. But by the time you all are watching this, that speech will be over. He may say the war is winding down. Here with more insight is Mateo Farzaneh, professor from Northeastern Illinois University, who specializes in history---political science-- the Middle East and Iran.
Birthright citizenship fight, city sticker amnesty and political betting | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz discusses the biggest issues in local politics, government, and beyond.
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz discusses the biggest issues in local politics, government, and beyond.
Suspicious prediction market bets| The Chicago Report
As more bets are being placed on matters of geopolitics, prediction market platforms are placing new bans on insider trading.
As more bets are being placed on matters of geopolitics, prediction market platforms are placing new bans on insider trading.
Chicago offers amnesty for purchasing city stickers | The Chicago Report
Are you a Chicago resident who hasn't purchased their city sticker yet? Well, the city clerk's office is holding a month of amnesty to give those folks a chance to get their sticker.
Are you a Chicago resident who hasn't purchased their city sticker yet? Well, the city clerk's office is holding a month of amnesty to give those folks a chance to get their sticker.
Birthright citizenship fight reaches Supreme Court | The Chicago Report
Birthright citizenship is on the docket at the Supreme Court, even though the language of the U.S. Constitution seems to be pretty clear. A Northwestern law professor breaks it down.
Birthright citizenship is on the docket at the Supreme Court, even though the language of the U.S. Constitution seems to be pretty clear. A Northwestern law professor breaks it down.
Indiana's pitch for new Bears stadium | The Chicago Report
As Indiana cuts the ribbon on a new train line, Gov. Mike Braun used it as an example of why his state should be the next home for the Chicago Bears.
As Indiana cuts the ribbon on a new train line, Gov. Mike Braun used it as an example of why his state should be the next home for the Chicago Bears.
New CPS head, Cook County property tax study | The Chicago Report
Paris has the latest on the appointment of the new head of CPS and on a study of how much property taxes in Cook County have skyrocketed.
Paris has the latest on the appointment of the new head of CPS and on a study of how much property taxes in Cook County have skyrocketed.
Cook County property taxes have skyrocketed. Who's to blame? | The Chicago Report
A new report from the Cook County Treasurer's Office says that property taxes in the county have risen at twice the rate of inflation over the last 30 years. What is to blame?
A new report from the Cook County Treasurer's Office says that property taxes in the county have risen at twice the rate of inflation over the last 30 years. What is to blame?
What to know about the new head of CPS | The Chicago Report
The year-long, nationwide search for a new Chicago Public Schools Superintendent has come to an end. The Chicago Board of Education on Monday voted to name Chicago native Dr. Macquline King as its next leader. The measure passed 18-1.
The year-long, nationwide search for a new Chicago Public Schools Superintendent has come to an end. The Chicago Board of Education on Monday voted to name Chicago native Dr. Macquline King as its next leader. The measure passed 18-1.
Bears stadium saga continues | The Chicago Report
Vermont senator Bernie Sanders jumps into the Bears stadium debate. Meanwhile, Illinois lawmakers leave Springfield for spring break - did they get a stadium deal to keep the team from crossing the border? A prominent Islamic interfaith group sides with Mayor Johnson in the controversy of a city report on antisemitism. And we preview tomorrow's massive No Kings rally expected to take over Grant Park.
Vermont senator Bernie Sanders jumps into the Bears stadium debate. Meanwhile, Illinois lawmakers leave Springfield for spring break - did they get a stadium deal to keep the team from crossing the border? A prominent Islamic interfaith group sides with Mayor Johnson in the controversy of a city report on antisemitism. And we preview tomorrow's massive No Kings rally expected to take over Grant Park.
' No Kings' Chicago March to be held tomorrow | The Chicago Report
Protest groups are getting ready for tomorrow's No Kings rally in grant park and across the country. The first no kings back in October drew an estimated 7 million demonstrators out. What is their message and how is the Trump administration responding? For more we're joined by one of the organizers - Kathy Tholin - with Indivisible Chicago.
Protest groups are getting ready for tomorrow's No Kings rally in grant park and across the country. The first no kings back in October drew an estimated 7 million demonstrators out. What is their message and how is the Trump administration responding? For more we're joined by one of the organizers - Kathy Tholin - with Indivisible Chicago.
Nancy Andrade's resignation sparks antisemitism debate | The Chicago Report
We've talked a lot this week about the sudden resignation of city human rights commissioner Nancy Andrade over a report her office produced on fighting anti-semitism. Last night, one of the commission members said there was a dispute between their office and the mayor's senior leadership over whether to broaden the report and not necessarily make it about anti-semitism. Dan Goldwin told us last night - those changes have the Jewish American community in Chicago concerned.
We've talked a lot this week about the sudden resignation of city human rights commissioner Nancy Andrade over a report her office produced on fighting anti-semitism. Last night, one of the commission members said there was a dispute between their office and the mayor's senior leadership over whether to broaden the report and not necessarily make it about anti-semitism. Dan Goldwin told us last night - those changes have the Jewish American community in Chicago concerned.
Bears stadium saga continues | The Chicago Report
The Bears are still tussling with lawmakers in Springfield still trying to finalize a deal to have them avoid property taxes and pay in lieu of fees on their massive planned development in Arlington Heights. Is it going anywhere and will it get done before the bears up and move to Hammond Indiana. Kam Buckner joins the show to discuss.
The Bears are still tussling with lawmakers in Springfield still trying to finalize a deal to have them avoid property taxes and pay in lieu of fees on their massive planned development in Arlington Heights. Is it going anywhere and will it get done before the bears up and move to Hammond Indiana. Kam Buckner joins the show to discuss.
Republicans blame sanctuary laws in killing of Sheridan Gorman | The Chicago Report
State Rep. Patrick Sheehan (R-Lockport) joined the show to talk about the debate over whether the state's sanctuary immigration laws contributed to the killing of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman.
State Rep. Patrick Sheehan (R-Lockport) joined the show to talk about the debate over whether the state's sanctuary immigration laws contributed to the killing of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman.
Illinois sanctuary laws cause of student's killing, FOP president | The Chicago Report
John Cantanzara, the president of the Chicago Fraternal Order of Police, said he agrees that Loyola student Sheridan Gorman's killing, allegedly by a migrant, could have been prevented if not for the state's sanctuary laws.
John Cantanzara, the president of the Chicago Fraternal Order of Police, said he agrees that Loyola student Sheridan Gorman's killing, allegedly by a migrant, could have been prevented if not for the state's sanctuary laws.
Mayor Johnson responds to allegations by fired aides | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is responding to criticism lodged against his senior leadership team from fired former Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Garien Gatewood.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is responding to criticism lodged against his senior leadership team from fired former Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Garien Gatewood.
Chicago City Hall drama, student's killing sparks immigration debate | The Chicago Report
A fired aide to Mayor Brandon Johnson details allegations of "hostility" toward law enforcement; the killing of Sheridan Gorman is sparking a debate over sanctuary policies; and the latest on the war in Iran from an NEIU professor.
A fired aide to Mayor Brandon Johnson details allegations of "hostility" toward law enforcement; the killing of Sheridan Gorman is sparking a debate over sanctuary policies; and the latest on the war in Iran from an NEIU professor.