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Chicago-Area Live Music Recommendations for June 4-10

Each Wednesday, WTTW News producer Josh Terry presents must-see live music shows from indie rock to jazz, country, hip-hop and more.

June 3, 2025 - Full Show

The mayor reacts as state lawmakers fail to fund public transit. And the latest on COVID-19 vaccine guidelines.

US Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Absentee Ballot Appeal From Illinois Congressman

At issue is a lower court ruling that found the Republican and two presidential elector nominees did not have standing to sue. The Supreme Court will likely hear arguments in the case in the fall.

Federal Officials Issue New COVID Vaccine Guidelines. Here’s What to Know

Federal health officials issued new guidance last week on who should have the COVID-19 vaccine, and it no longer includes healthy children and healthy pregnant women.

Donald Trump Asked Congress to Cancel Federal Funding for PBS and NPR. The Broadcasters Have 45 Days to Save It

On Tuesday, the Trump administration sent Congress a long-awaited request for lawmakers to cancel more than $1 billion in federal funds earmarked for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the entity that disburses taxpayer funds to local NPR and PBS stations across the country.

Chicago Paid $62.5M to Family of Girl Killed During 2020 Chicago Police Chase: Records

In all, Chicago taxpayers spent $120.3 million since January 2019 to resolve 31 lawsuits filed by Chicagoans injured during police pursuits, according to an analysis of city data by WTTW News.

Fifth Person Dies as a Result of Chatham Afterschool Program Crash in Late April

Bradley Lund, 8, had been in a Springfield hospital since the collision at YNOT Outdoors five weeks ago, according to the Sangamon County coroner.

Chicago’s Gun Offender Registry ‘Incomplete and Unreliable,’ City Watchdog Finds

Chicago’s Office of Inspector General published a new report that found numerous issues with the city’s Gun Offender Registration Ordinance, which requires anyone convicted of certain firearm-related charges to register during their release from custody or sentencing.

Kennedy Has Ordered a Review of Baby Formula. Here’s What You Should Know

About three-quarters of U.S. infants consume formula during the first six months of life, with about 40% receiving it as their only source of nutrition, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Mascot Ban Stalls as Native-Backed Land Conservation Bill Advances

Despite desire from Native Americans in Illinois, the ban on Native imagery for mascots in K-12 schools stalled in the Senate after it made its way out of the House.

Bill to Repeal Licensure Requirements for Hair Braiders Stalls in the House. Here’s Why

The Hair Braiding Opportunity Act would have amended the Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Hair Braiding, and Nail Technology Act of 1985 to strike a 300-hour training requirement, $30 initial licensing fee and $5,000 penalty for practicing without a license for hair braiders.

Donald Trump Is Threatening to Impose Tariffs on Two American Companies — Apple and Mattel

Over the past month, Trump has said he’d like to target two specific and very different companies — Apple and Mattel — with tariffs aimed at their key products over comments by their CEOs.

Chicago Man Who Joined Islamic State in Syria Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison

A naturalized U.S. citizen who pleaded guilty to receiving military training from the Islamic State group was sentenced Monday to 10 years in federal prison.

Chicago Fire Announces ‘Transformative’ Privately-Financed $650M Soccer Stadium for The 78

Team owner Joe Mansueto will personally pay for the stadium, it was announced. Groundbreaking could take place in late 2025 with the stadium ready for play by the 2028 season.

After Marathon Springfield Session, Illinois Lawmakers Look Ahead to What’s Next

Illinois lawmakers worked right up to the May 31 deadline to pass a $55.2 billion spending plan for the upcoming fiscal year. State Democrats say the plan accounts for an uncertain future, while Republicans say more cuts are needed to address what’s ahead.