The Chicago Report

Fallout continues at City Hall after Mayor Brandon Johnson fires two top aides—Garien Gatewood and Manny Whitfield. Now, Whitfield is speaking exclusively on The Chicago Report, taking us inside what he describes as a “hostile work environment.”

The deadly shooting of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman, allegedly at the hands of an undocumented immigrant, is intensifying the already heated debate over Chicago’s sanctuary policies. Ald. Brian Hopkins and Ald. Ray Lopez share their thoughts.

And President Trump signals progress in talks with Tehran, but Iran denies any conversation. We break down the conflicting messages with Iranian native Matteo Farzaneh.

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A last-minute push to keep the Bears at Soldier Field: Architect Edward Peck lays out his vision for a domed stadium and surrounding entertainment district.

Mayor Brandon Johnson vows to veto a City Council vote that halted the minimum wage hike for tipped workers; we break down both sides of the debate with the restaurant industry and fair wage proponents.

And Chicago’s hotel tax is now the highest in the nation: what’s driving the increase, and where will the new revenue go?

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Tonight: We break down the latest developments in the U.S.–Iran conflict with Northeastern Illinois University professor Mateo Farzaneh.

State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid talks about his proposed legislation to create an governor-appointed Epstein investigatory commission.

And, two constitutional law experts dive into the SCOTUS case that could reshape gun rights for marijuana users after the first day of oral arguments.

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Tonight: We break down the latest developments in the U.S.–Iran conflict with Northeastern Illinois University professor Mateo Farzaneh.

State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid talks about his proposed legislation to create an governor-appointed Epstein investigatory commission.

And, two constitutional law experts dive into the SCOTUS case that could reshape gun rights for marijuana users after the first day of oral arguments.

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Indiana Governor Mike Braun signs a bill trying to lure the Bears across state lines—but Illinois lawmakers aren't giving up. Where are the Bears really headed? We break down the latest.

Chicago’s budget chaos could cost taxpayers tens of millions, as major credit rating agencies sound the alarm. What does this mean for your wallet and the city’s financial future?

Plus, Paris interviews libertarian Cook County Assessor candidate Nico Tsatsoulis.

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Paris Schutz moderates two panels of candidates for the 9th Congressional District seat hoping to succeed Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky. Participants include Daniel Biss, Mike Simmons, Bushra Amiwala, Laura Fine, Phil Andrew and Kat Abughazaleh.

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Paris Schutz moderates a panel of 3 Republican Gubernatorial candidates hoping to unseat Pritzker. Candidates include Ted Dabrowski, James Mendrick and Rick Heidner.

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Tonight: Governor Pritzker and others react to our exclusive Sunday night report about the Park District's plans for a post-Bears Soldier Field.

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Paris Schutz moderates a debate between Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi and his challenger, Pat Hynes.

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