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Indiana Lawmakers in State House to Convene Session With Redistricting Top of Mind

Republicans who control the House have said there’s no doubt that redistricting will pass that chamber. But the fate of any proposal remains uncertain in the Indiana Senate.

Weekend Storm Set a Chicago Record for November Snowfall

The weekend snowstorm set a new record for November.

Northwestern to Pay $75 Million in Deal with Trump Administration to Restore Federal Funding

Northwestern University has agreed to pay $75 million to the U.S. government to end a series of investigations and restore hundreds of millions of dollars in federal research funding.

Lawsuit Filed by Man Police Shot in CTA Red Line Station Set for Trial

The trial, set to start Dec. 8 and last 10 days, represents a high-stakes gamble for the city, whose lawyers typically recommend settling civil cases involving actions by the police that led to criminal charges and are ruled to have violated department policy.

Bears’ Dominant Rushing Attack Leads to 5th Straight Win, 24-15 Over Reeling Eagles

Led by rookie coach Ben Johnson, the surprising Bears (9-3) are alone in first place in the NFC North heading into a Dec. 7 showdown at Green Bay.

Week in Review: Consumer Spending, Budget Battles and the Impact of Tariffs

As the holiday season hits, we’re looking at the economy — consumer spending, budget battles, and the impact of tariffs and immigration enforcement on local businesses.

Former Inspector General Joe Ferguson Fined $5K for Revealing Botched Little Village Smokestack Implosion Could Have Been Prevented

Inspector General Joseph Ferguson, who paid the $5,000 fine, said that while he was disappointed by the board's decision, he had no regrets about his decision to divulge the confidential report.

Chicago Spent $212M on Police Overtime So Far This Year, 6% More Than New Limit Set for 2026

Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling told the Chicago City Council on Nov. 5 that he was confident that CPD would be able to spend no more than $200 million on overtime in 2026.

Nov. 26, 2025 - Full Show

Work requirements are changing for SNAP benefits. And how immigration enforcement efforts are impacting local street vendors.

Chicago Rapper Adamn Killa on His Social Media Success, Fans and Career

Adam Kelly, better known as rapper Adamn Killa, has garnered a lot of attention for his often viral social media presence.

Chicago Group Raises $300K for Struggling Street Vendors Amid Fears of Immigration Raids

Many of Chicago’s street vendors say they’re being pushed out of business amid concerns over federal immigration enforcement. A number of vendors have stopped selling altogether.

Work Requirements for SNAP Are Changing. Here’s What to Know in Illinois

Many Chicagoans impacted by the new rules live in divested neighborhoods already suffering from a lack of access to nutritious food.

Thanksgiving Weekend Forecast Calls for High Winds and Winter Storm With ‘Plowable’ Levels of Snow Possible

High winds and the potential for significant snowfall are likely to affect travelers on the front and back ends of the Thanksgiving weekend.

What’s Open on Thanksgiving? Not Much, as Many Stores Rest Ahead of Black Friday

Most big U.S. retailers are closed on Thanksgiving Day. However, many will open early the following day, Black Friday, the unofficial start of the holiday gift-buying season and the biggest shopping day of the year.

Judge’s Footnote on Immigration Agents Using AI in Chicago Area Raises Accuracy and Privacy Concerns

U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis wrote the footnote in a 223-page opinion issued last week, noting that the practice of using ChatGPT to write use-of-force reports undermines agents’ credibility and “may explain the inaccuracy of these reports.”