A one-on-one interview with Mayor Lori Lightfoot on crime, casinos and cannabis. Plus: the politics behind the cleanup of Bubbly Creek, that portion of the Chicago River long mired in muck...

Paris Schutz and guests discuss more of the week’s news: Mayor Lori Lightfoot appoints a new board to oversee Chicago Public Schools, and the dramatic “Jeopardy!” run of Naperville native...

Ald. Ed Burke pleads not guilty to federal corruption charges, prompting Mayor Lori Lightfoot to renew calls for his resignation and propose more ethics reforms.

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Mayor Lightfoot seeks to ban most outside employment for City Council members. What kind of jobs do they have, and what do they think about this? Plus, a renowned photographer revisits...

Two Illinois legislative leaders sound off on the state budget, gambling and more. Plus, Mayor Lori Lightfoot doubles down on ethics reforms. And marijuana is a messy business for banks.

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Ald. Burke pleads not guilty in federal court. Gov. Pritzker sounds off on his big legislative victories. And we remember renowned Chicago architect Stanley Tigerman, who died Monday at...

Gambling, infrastructure, marijuana: A recap of what happened in Springfield this weekend – and what it means for you. Plus: a close-up of Chicago River cleanup, courtesy of the Shedd...

As the spring session nears its end, state lawmakers are expected to work beyond their Friday deadline and debate big legislative items, including the state budget, an expanded gambling...

After months of speculation, a federal indictment for Ald. Ed Burke. We explain the charges and get reaction from City Council members. Plus: action in Springfield, and theater...

Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s first City Council meeting. State lawmakers get closer to the end of session. Former Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel. And Bob Fosse’s childhood dance partner.

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