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 expenses. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

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

The Chicago mayor race is heating up with several up-and-coming candidates trying to join the fold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A man has been charged in a fatal boat collision that occurred on Fox River. And, new tariffs are targeting Mexico, Canada and China. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gov. J.B. Pritzker had more to say about the scandal involving Rep. Carol Ammons. And, a new study looks at Chicagoans' perception of crime. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gov. Pritzker isn't holding back. He wants the state to release the full ethics report on former State Rep. Harry Benton. And, the Chicago Teachers Union is making their opposition to Chicago School Board candidate Jessica Biggs loud and clear. All this and more on The Chicago Report.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Dixon Heitman was sworn in on Tuesday to fill the vacancy of ex-Rep. Harry Benton. And, City Council has voted against Mayor Johnson's proposal for a citywide vote on a millionaire tax.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Lincoln Park bar has closed after a shooting left a person critically wounded. And, Mayra Macias joins us after being removed from the Fourth Congressional District race ballot. All this and more on The Chicago Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Chicago SWAT officer is expected to make a full recovery after being shot in Albany Park. And, Gov. Pritzker has signed the "Certificate of Innocence Act." All this and more on "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rep. Andrew Boutros is facing scrutiny in Chicago -- how his office prosecuted and ultimately dropped charges in the Broadview Six case, as well as a federal judge reprimanding him for a murder and kidnapping case. And, a major data center expansion for McKinley Park is once again in the spotlight. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chicago's top cop is calling it a career. Wednesday was Superintendent Larry Snelling's last day on the job. And, Chicago Public Schools released its proposed operating budget for 2027. All this and more on The Chicago Report.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The City Council blocked Mayor Brandon Johnson's CHA commissioner picks. And, Springfield is still making headlines after launching an investigation into the misconduct allegations against Rep. Carol Ammons. All this and more on "The Chicago Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The CTU's house of delegates just endorsed 14 people in the Chicago School Board of Election. And, the latest on the city's parking meter deal. We break it all down on "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illinois' assault weapons ban survived another legal challenge, but this very likely won't be the last. And, Chicago's first fully-elected school board race is turning into a ballot brawl. More on The Chicago Report. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Gov. Pat Quinn and State Rep. LaShawn Ford filed paperwork today in an effort to push for the millionaire's tax in Chicago. And, will there be a special session in Springfield to help secure CPS funding? All this and more on "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A federal grand jury has indicted Democratic Rep. Carol Ammons and her husband on wire fraud charges. And, what does the protecting renters ordinance do? We break it all down in this episode of "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A City Council committee has passed a resolution calling on Chicago's top federal prosecutor to resign. And, cardiologist Dr. Lisa Nee has made her mayoral bid. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Fourth of July weekend in Chicago was the least violent weekend in seven years. And, the search begins for the Chicago Police Department's new superintendent after Larry Snelling recently announced his retirement. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling has announced his retirement and the search begins for his replacement. And, State Rep. Harry Benton is being called to resign after an investigation into alleged misconduct. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling announced his plans to retire this month. And, minimum wage has officially gone up in Chicago and Cook County. We break it all down in this episode of "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Supreme Court made two significant rulings on Tuesday, sparking lots of reaction. And, a nonprofit group in Chicago is stepping up to help combat crime on CTA trains during the Fourth of July holiday weekend. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced a new renter's ordinance and what it may entail for landlords. And, the Bears are looking at a second possible stadium location in Hammond. We break it all down on this episode of "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There's a lot of drama in the race for the 4th District. Patty Garcia talks about challenging Macias signatures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's the latest on the Chicago parking meter deal? And, what teens are saying could help the takeover problem in the city. We dive in on this episode of "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

McCook is making its Bears stadium pitch. And, the latest in the CPS funding fight. Tune in to The Chicago Report.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A violent weekend in Chicago has led to local leaders and activists proposing a new city department aimed to reduce gun violence. And, the latest in the teen takeover debates. All this and more on The Chicago Report.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Turning now to the latest in the investigation into a deadly shooting in Uptown.  Prosecutors say Jonathan Wilson fatally shot a condo board president who was trying to stop him from violating a restraining order.  Wilson was later wounded by police and is in critical condition facing first-degree murder charges.  Joining us live to discuss important efforts to reform the courts and better protect domestic violence victims is Alderman Silvana Tabares. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Obama Center had its grand opening in Chicago today. And, a new lawsuit claims Illinois state courts are hiding pretrial data. All this and more on The Chicago Report.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A big day of voting at Chicago City Council today.   Aldermen took up key measures like to purchasing the West Loop Greyhound station, outlawing sweepstakes machines in local bars, and cracking down on parents for their kids' misconduct.   Here with me to detail what passed and what didn't is Axios Chicago reporter Monica Eng. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gov. Pritzker has signed the 2027 budget. And, a former Chicago alderman has announced he is running for mayor. All this and more on this episode of "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The CTU and IFT are pushing back against federal school vouchers. Plus, what's the latest with Chicago's parking meter deal? We break it all down on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cleanup is underway after severe weather brought tornadoes to Illinois and Indiana this week. And, Iran is reportedly close to reaching a deal. All this and more in tonight's "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We bring in Monica Eng with Axios every week, to give us her take on the big stories.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liam Stanton is reflecting on his bid for Chicago mayor. And, a new immigration center bill is heading to Gov. JB Pritzker's desk for consideration. We break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chicago saw a violent weekend after reported shootings in the Lincoln Park and Bronzeville neighborhoods. And one year later, questions still remain in the Chicago police officer Krystal Rivera investigation. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A hot dog stand, is at the center of a public safety debate in Pilsen. We have Andrew Fox of the East Pilsen neighbors group here in the studio to tell us how they plan to push back.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illinois is joining California and New York in creating its own state regulatory framework for AI.  Lawmakers just passed a landmark accountability bill targeting the most powerful Frontier models requiring tech developers to face third-party safety audits.  Just a few days ago, the pope said AI needs to be reined in. Now that bill is headed to Governor Pritzker’s desk.  Joining us to break down the new oversight is Hinsdale native Zamaan Guereshi, co-founder of the youth tech policy coalition Design It For Us.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices