Legislative leaders and the governor are in a high-stakes game of chicken. A one-on-one with Senate President John Cullerton to see how he proposes ending the Springfield stalemate.
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Mayor Emanuel Meets with President-Elect Trump
The mayor delivers a letter to Donald Trump, urging the president-elect to protect the status of Dreamers.
Chicago Police Department Mulling Changes to Use of Force Policy
When is a police officer allowed to fire a weapon? The Chicago Police Department is set to release new rules on that, but they are already drawing criticism.
West Side Residents Approve Higher Taxes for Mental Health
Why residents on the West Side of Chicago voted overwhelmingly to raise their property taxes a bit higher than the rest of the city.
Rauner Defends Support of Exelon Bill, Veto of CPS Funds
Speaking before a group that opposed the recent bill to raise electric rates and bail out two failing nuclear plants, Gov. Bruce Rauner explained why he supported it.
Giant Transit TIF Unanimously Passes City Council
Why the City Council on Wednesday voted unanimously to create a massive TIF district to fund the CTA.
O’Hare Workers Go On Strike
Hundreds of airport workers on Tuesday took to the picket lines around terminals 2 and 3 to protest for higher wages and better work conditions.
Exelon Slims Down Massive Energy Bill
Will there be a radical change in how consumers pay electricity bills in Illinois?
Cook County Approves Soda Tax
The ordinance passed by a slim 9-8 vote, with Board President Toni Preckwinkle casting the deciding vote.
How Trump Presidency Affects Chicago
As protesters hit the streets Wednesday evening, we assess what Donald Trump’s coming presidency means for Chicago, and why Mayor Rahm Emanuel says he doesn’t expect Trump will punish the city.
Duckworth Defeats Kirk in Heated US Senate Race
“Tonight, we showed a campaign that respects voters and is focused on practical solutions rather than shopworn slogans can be successful,” Duckworth said during her victory speech.
Most State Government Offices Closed on Election Day
All Illinois Secretary of State offices and most other state government agencies are closed Tuesday, as Illinois recognizes Election Day as one of 13 paid holidays that workers receive throughout the year.
Referenda on Transportation Funding, Government Merger on Ballot
How voters in Cook County and Illinois get to decide on more than just candidates in Tuesday's election. The skinny on two binding ballot referenda that voters must decide on.
Cubs Fans Celebrate Win for the Ages
The Cubs win the World Series in a dramatic Game 7 that will go down as a legendary moment in Chicago sports history. We have a full recap and reaction from fans and the Cubs’ top brass.
What’s in Store for Wrigley Field Hotel, Plaza
Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts talks about hiring Theo Epstein to run the baseball operations, and tells us what's in store for the Wrigley Field hotel and plaza.
Holy Cow! Cubs Win the World Series!
In almost poetic fashion, it took the Cubs extra innings to vanquish a 108-year drought. At times on this historic night, it seemed like the team would succumb to its snakebit history.
Cubs Play World Series Game 7 for the Ages
Hollywood couldn’t have conceived of a more dramatic script: The World Series. Game 7. A 3-1 game deficit, and then, an amazing comeback to tie it up 3-3. Two young, energetic and dominant teams with stellar managers.
Mental Health Triage Center Opens as Alternative to Jail
Instead of getting arrested by Chicago police, some offenders will be diverted to a new mental health triage center on the South Side. Why city and county officials hope it helps keep people out of jail.
Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts Talks World Series
We check in with Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts on the eve of the first World Series game at Wrigley Field since 1945. Plus: the latest on Kyle Schwarber and parking restrictions around the ballpark.
Aldermen Gripe About Lost Cubs Tickets
Aldermen are none too happy about the new ethics rules prohibiting them from purchasing face value World Series tickets. More on that and what security measures are being taken for this weekend.
Groups Look to End Monetary Bail in Cook County
Should the practice of assigning bail to defendants go away? Why a growing group of stakeholders and public officials say most defendants should simply be let out for free.
Are City Employees Abusing Medical Leave?
Nearly half of 911 dispatchers are taking sick leave on a day-to-day basis. We examine why that's happening and how much it may be costing taxpayers in overtime costs.
Human Service Backlog Leaves Mentally Ill Sitting in Jail
Twenty Cook County defendants deemed unfit to stand trial are to be placed in a mental health facility. So why are they sitting in jail instead?
Local Officials Scoff at Trump’s Claims of ‘Rigged Election’
How difficult is large-scale voter fraud, and how are Illinois officials assuring the integrity of the upcoming election?
Michael Madigan: The Movie
A new documentary about Michael Madigan is playing now in select theaters. What it reveals about the powerful House speaker, and who is behind it.
Cubs Beat Giants, Head to National League Championship Series
A thrilling ninth-inning rally clinches the NL Division Series for the Cubs. Looking at just how they did it–and what lies ahead.
