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The Chicago Report

by Fox 32 Chicago

The Chicago Report cuts through the headlines and political spin to uncover the real Chicago — its people, its stories, and the issues that matter most. From City Hall to neighborhoods across the city, we take you beyond the noise and into the heart of Chicago. It's more than politics — it's The Chicago Report.

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  1. Corporate head tax round two? Mayor Johnson's latest proposed budget draws aldermanic ire | The Chicago Report

    Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke about how he wants to close a nearly $883 million budget gap for next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. Another suspicious package investigation, alders push for ShotSpotter replacement | The Chicago Report

    Congresswoman Delia Ramirez's office in West Chicago got a suspicious envelope this week. And, Chicago alders are frustrated in delays to find the ShotSpotter replacement. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  3. Mayor Johnson's approval rating and federal immigration enforcement hits small Illinois town | The Chicago Report

    Mayor Johnson's approval rating among Chicago voters, and federal immigration enforcement hit a small town in Illinois. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  4. Data center regulation bill in progress, Obama Center workers 'continue to leave' | The Chicago Report

    Pritzker talks on the data center regulation bill that is still in progress. And, workers at the Obama Presidential Center are reportedly continuing to leave. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  5. CPS IG clears Dominguez, Pritzker and Bailey spar at forum | The Chicago Report

    Chicago School Board president candidate Hilario Dominguez says he's been cleared by the CPS inspector general. And, Gov. JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey sparred at a TV forum. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  6. CPS IG clears Dominguez, Pritzker and Bailey spar at forum | The Chicago Report

    Chicago School Board president candidate Hilario Dominguez says he's been cleared by the CPS inspector general. And, Gov. JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey sparred at a TV forum. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  7. Chicago Inspector General plans AI audit, city charter reform | The Chicago Report

    Chicago's new inspector general says city government should adopt AI. And, lawmakers are discussing what a city charter would mean for Chicago. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  8. Plastic surgeon's license suspended in multi-state crackdown, CTA safety problems | The Chicago Report

    An Illinois plastic surgeon's license was suspended as part of a multistate crackdown. We have the latest on where the case stands. Plus, the CTA union says safety concerns continue across the transit system. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

  9. Rahm talks 2028 presidential run, John Kelly says he can stop Amtrak's Bridgeport move | The Chicago Report

    Rahm Emanuel talks exclusively with FOX Chicago on a 2028 presidential run and John Kelly says he can stop Amtrak's Bridgeport move. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  10. Chicago mayor defends support for School Board candidate amid investigation | The Chicago Report

    Mayor Brandon Johnson is standing by school board president candidate Hilario Dominguez as the CPS Inspector General reopens an investigation into allegations of inappropriate interactions with a minor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  11. Illinois GOP rift deepens as former leader backs Pritzker over Bailey | The Chicago Report

    Former Illinois House GOP leader Jim Durkin is endorsing Gov. JB Pritzker over Darren Bailey, exposing deep divisions within the state Republican Party as the governor’s race heats up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  12. Bears meet with state lawmakers, Broadview Six back in court | The Chicago Report

    Gov. Pritzker said Thursday that state lawmakers met with the Bears to continue new stadium talks. And, the Broadview Six were back in court. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  13. Sendhil Revuluri suspends campaign, CPD Superintendent search | The Chicago Report

    Chicago School Board presidential candidate Sendhil Revuluri has dropped out of the race, his campaign announced Wednesday. And, the latest in the search for the next CPD Superintendent, on this episode of "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  14. Illinois 4th Congressional District debate: Breaking down the biggest moments

    The Illinois 4th Congressional District debate may be over, but the conversation continues. Join FOX Chicago as we break down the biggest moments, key exchanges and what they could mean for the race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  15. WATCH: Illinois 4th Congressional District debate

    The four candidates running to replace U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia in Congress participated in a live debate on Fox Chicago on Tuesday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  16. Chicago parking meter sale moves forward, Bridgeport Amtrak facility pushback | The Chicago Report

    The Chicago parking meter deal is moving closer to being finalized. And, City Council supermajority opposes the Bridgeport Amtrak facility. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  17. Watch FOX Chicago's School Board President debate

    Fox Chicago hosted a debate with the four candidates for president of the Chicago School Board: Jessica Biggs, Hilario Dominguez, Victor Henderson, and Sendhil Revuluri. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  18. One-on-one with US Senate candidate Don Tracy | The Chicago Report

    We're less than two months out from a high-stakes election that could reshape Illinois' representation in Washington as control of Congress hangs in the balance. US Senate candidate Don Tracy joins us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  19. Lightfoot claims CCSAO has authority to investigate ICE, green card lawsuit | The Chicago Report

    Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot joined Latino leaders at Daley Plaza, demanding that Cook County State's Attorney Eileen O'Neill Burke meet with the community and take action on alleged ICE abuses. And, Illinois and Chicago are suing the Trump administration over a green card rule change. All...

  20. Aaron Del Mar's comments on George Floyd, Willie Wilson's Bears plan | The Chicago Report

    Aaron Del Mar is addressing his controversial comments made about George Floyd in an exclusive interview with FOX Chicago. And, Willie Wilson says he has a plan to keep the Bears in Chicago. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

  21. Protecting renters ordinance passes committee, raised interest rates | The Chicago Report

    A housing committee passed Mayor Johnson's protecting renters ordinance today. And, the Federal Reserve is raising interest rates. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  22. Gov. Pritzker on Midway Blitz 1 year later, Flock camera crackdown | The Chicago Report

    Gov. Pritzker spoke out on the one year mark for Operation Midway Blitz, saying the harm continues one year later. And, the latest on the Flock camera crackdown. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  23. Mayor Johnson embarks on reelection bid, Trump endorses Bailey | The Chicago Report

    Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced his bid for reelection. And, President Donald Trump has endorsed Darren Bailey in the Illinois governor race. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  24. Chicago alderman not running for re-election, GOP convention in Dallas | The Chicago Report

    Ald. Matt O'Shea has announced he is not running for re-election for his City Council seat. And, the GOP midterm convention is on night two in Dallas. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  25. Bally's answers questions, one year after Midway Blitz | The Chicago Report

    Bally's faced tough questions from City Council today after warning investors that the company is struggling so badly financially. It might not be able to stay in business. And, it's been one year since Operation Midway Blitz. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad...

  26. One year after Midway Blitz, Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia weighs in | The Chicago Report

    It's been one year since Operation Midway Blitz was launched by the Department of Homeland Security in the Chicago area. Thousands of arrests were made, and it also led to protests and heightened confrontations. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

  27. Lindsay Clancy judge declares mistrial, Frankfort mom charged with murder | The Chicago Report

    The judge in the Lindsay Clancy trial declared a mistrial on Friday. And, a Frankfort mom is charged with the murder of her 2-year-old. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  28. $882.4 million budget gap, CPS ban on AI | The Chicago Report

    Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson gave a budget update, saying Chicago is facing a $882.4 million budget gap. And, there's a push for a three-year ban on AI at Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  29. New mayoral candidate joins the race, Pritzker campaigns against Trump | The Chicago Report

    A new candidate joins the race for Chicago Mayor. And, Gov. JB Pritzker campaigns against President Donald Trump. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  30. Trump warns of federal intervention in Chicago, flock camera debate | The Chicago Report

    President Trump and Mayor Brandon Johnson are at odds over the scale of Chicago's issues with violence and the best way to bring crime rates down. And, the debate on flock cameras continues. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

  31. NIPSCO investigation, Toni Brooks launches mayoral campaign | The Chicago Report

    Gov. Braun has promised an investigation into NIPSCO as several residents are still without power nearly three weeks after severe weather. And, Toni Brooks has launched her Chicago mayoral campaign. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

  32. Jennifer Custer withdraws from ballot, Chicago librarian files cyclospora lawsuit | The Chicago Report

    Jennifer Custer has dropped out of the race for Chicago School Board President. And, a Chicago librarian has filed a lawsuit against Taylor Farms for falling ill with cyclospora after consuming a meal from Taco Bell. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices.…

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  33. Mayor's executive order, mail-in ballot ruling | The Chicago Report

    Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has a new executive order that creates strict new accountability standards for city contractors. And, the latest on the Supreme Court's ruling on mail-in ballots. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

  34. Mayor Johnson's budget plan, NIPSCO facing class action lawsuit | The Chicago Report

    Mayor Brandon Johnson has unveiled a new plan to close the city's $85.1 million shortfall and avoid layoffs. And, a class action lawsuit has been filed against NIPSCO. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  35. Independent ticket challenges Illinois' two-party system | The Chicago Report

    Carolyn Schofield talks about her decision to run for Lieutenant Governor of Illinois; the ComEd Four headed for a possible retrial and Bridgeport residents question the White Sox-Amtrak connection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  36. Tax relief after storms, Chicago out for DNC | The Chicago Report

    Illinois is offering tax relief after the recent severe storms. And, Chicago is now out of the running for hosting the next DNC. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  37. Bears hire new lobbyists, Illinois Tollway increase | The Chicago Report

    Illinois may not be off the table after all for the Bears. And, the largest Illinois Tollway increase has been passed. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  38. Data center drama, power outage chaos and the Illinois film industry | The Chicago Report

    Indiana residents are still trying to get power back after last week's relentless storms. Meanwhile Illinois politicians are focusing on data centers ahead of the election. All this and more on The Chicago Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  39. DCFS missed court dates, Pritzker touts school tax credits | The Chicago Report

    The Illinois Dept. of Children and Family Services is under fire after the agency reportedly missed multiple court dates and ignored a public records lawsuit. And, Gov. Pritzker held a campaign event today to remind Illinois families about tax credits available to offset the cost of school...

  40. CPS puts funding questions before voters, new law for school safety | The Chicago Report

    CPS is putting funding questions before voters. And there's a new Illinois law that strengthens school safety. We break it all down on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  41. Bears focus on Hammond, how will NITA change Chicago transportation | The Chicago Report

    The Bears said on Thursday that they are focusing 'solely' on Hammond for a new stadium. And, how will the Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act impact Chicago transportation? We break it all down on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  42. Joe Holberg running for mayor, Wisconsin Democratic Governor Primary winner | The Chicago Report

    Joe Holberg is entering the race for Chicago mayor. And, David Crowley wins the Wisconsin Democratic Governor Primary. All this and more on The Chicago Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  43. Data center moratorium, millionaire's tax to fix school budget? | The Chicago Report

    Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson wants a data center moratorium. And, can the millionaire's tax fix the school budget? All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  44. Bally's battle, push for criminal charges against ICE agents | The Chicago Report

    The dispute between Bally's and the city of Chicago over video gambling terminals is not over. And, advocates are pushing for criminal charges against immigration agents. All this and more on The Chicago Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  45. Decomposing bodies found at funeral home, Willie Wilson makes fourth mayoral run | The Chicago Report

    Over 50 decomposing bodies were found at a Chicago funeral home, prompting an investigation. And, Willie Wilson is making his fourth mayoral run. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  46. Chicago sues oil plant, Sheriff Dart could face felony charges | The Chicago Report

    The City of Chicago and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul are suing a vegetable oil plant on the southeast side. And, Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart could face felony charges, according to a new New York Times report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  47. Ballot laws lawsuit, Mayor Johnson's finance director resigns | The Chicago Report

    Chicago alderman and independent Congressional candidate Byron Sigcho-Lopez is taking Illinois' ballot laws to federal court. And, Mayor Brandon Johnson's director of the office of budget and management has announced she is leaving her post. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more...

  48. Giannoulias makes mayoral run official, lawsuit challenges ballot laws | The Chicago Report

    Alexi Giannoulias is officially entering the race for Chicago mayor. And, Ald. Sigcho-Lopez filed a lawsuit challenging ballot laws. All this and more on The Chicago Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  49. Rep. Benton report released, Pritzker talks state funding for CPS | The Chicago Report

    The legislative inspector general report on former Rep. Harry Benton has been released. And, Gov. Pritzker weighs in on the likelihood of state funding for Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  50. What's next for CPD leadership, vision for Chicago Public Schools | The Chicago Report

    What's next for leadership within the Chicago Police Department? And, we break down the budget and safety plan for Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Chicago Report cuts through the headlines and political spin to uncover the real Chicago — its people, its stories, and the issues that matter most. From City Hall to neighborhoods across the city, we take you beyond the noise and into the heart of Chicago. It's more than politics — it's The Chicago Report.

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