The Chicago Report

Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch has announced he will not seek another term. And, the Latino vote is getting more attention nationwide. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gov. JB Pritzker wins a historic third term as Democrats flip Republican-held seats in the Illinois legislature, potentially expanding their supermajorities in both chambers. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chicago school board president candidates make their final pitches to voters amid controversy. Plus, a new proposal could bring the Bears to the current White Sox stadium site. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chicago voters prepare to elect their first school board president amid campaign controversies. And, new details emerge about the fatal shooting of a Venezuelan man by an off-duty FBI agent in Pilsen. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Illinois Retail Merchants Association endorsed Gov. JB Pritzker's re-election bid. And, the U.S. Attorney's Office in Chicago announced an election integrity program ahead of the November 3 election. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hearings for Mayor Brandon Johnson's $17.6 billion budget proposal began today. And, an arrest has been made after suspicious letters containing a white substance were sent to multiple congressmembers. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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