Oct 23 As teachers strike, Chicago mayor offers plan to fix $838 million deficit By Kathleen Foody, Associated Press Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, who's still trying to settle a nearly week-old teacher's strike, proposed a combination of debt refinancing, tax and fee hikes and assistance from the state Legislature on Wednesday to close a massive $838 million budget deficit. Continue reading
Sep 14 Watch 12:04 Convicted of murder, but a police officer pulled the trigger By Megan Thompson, Mori Rothman In 2015, an Alabama police officer shot and killed a teenager burglarizing a home. While the officer was cleared, four other teens who were involved in the crime were all charged with their friend’s murder. But how can that be?… Continue watching
Sep 13 Watch 7:47 Admissions scandal highlights ‘disconnect’ between colleges’ message and action The college admissions scandal that engulfed several Hollywood figures this year has essentially delivered a public indictment of some elite institutions. It has also sparked a larger conversation about admissions, access and inequity throughout American higher education. Paul Tough has… Continue watching
Aug 25 Ex-Rep. Joe Walsh making longshot GOP challenge to Trump By Tom Davies, Associated Press Joe Walsh, a former Illinois congressman and tea party favorite turned radio talk show host, announced a challenge Sunday to President Donald Trump for the Republican nomination in 2020, saying the incumbent is unfit for office and must be denied… Continue reading
Jun 12 New Illinois law makes access to abortion a ‘fundamental right’ By Sophia Tareen, Associated Press Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed sweeping protections for abortion on Wednesday in a new law that establishes access to the procedure as a "fundamental right" for women. Continue reading
Feb 19 Illinois governor signs measure hiking minimum wage to $15 by 2025 By John O'Connor, Associated Press Fulfilling one of the new Democratic governor's top campaign promises, Illinois is on track to be the first state in the Midwest to push its base wage to $15. Continue reading
Feb 15 5 people dead, 5 police officers wounded in shooting at Illinois business By Associated Press Aurora, Illinois, Police Chief Kristen Ziman told a news conference that the gunman was believed to be an employee at the Henry Pratt Co. in the city about 40 miles west of Chicago. Continue reading
Jan 26 ‘If you can’t beat ‘em, eat ‘em:’ University of Illinois serves invasive Asian carp for dinner By Megan Thompson The invasive fish have caused major problems up and down the Mississippi watershed and are a significant threat to Midwest fishing industries. The University of Illinois' response? Serve them for dinner. Take a peek at its recipes. Continue reading
Jan 17 Illinois governor signs bill allowing state regulation of firearms dealers By John O'Connor, Associated Press Firearms dealers in Illinois must now show they are licensed with the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and purchase a five-year state permit. Continue reading
Dec 19 Illinois investigation finds 500 more Catholic clergy abuse cases By Associated Press Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan's findings come amid a renewed national outcry over allegations of sexual abuse of children by Catholic priests. Continue reading