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July 8, 2026 - Full Show

South Side native Matt Brewer on his bid for Chicago mayor. And some SNAP costs are shifting to states — what that means for Illinois.

July 7, 2026 - Full Show

Concerns over the city’s budget as the mayor says some revenue sources haven’t materialized. And reports of immigration enforcement are surging around the country — what’s happening in Chicago?

July 6, 2026 - Full Show

What’s in the bipartisan housing bill that’s sitting on the president’s desk. And remembering a legendary Black entrepreneur.

July 2, 2026 - Full Show

Why some transit commuters are seeing more law enforcement on their ride. And one on one with Chicago’s aviation commissioner.

July 1, 2026 - Full Show

Chicago’s top cop, Larry Snelling, announces his retirement. And the separation of church and state is under fire from a White House commission.

June 30, 2026 - Full Show

The U.S. Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship but gives President Donald Trump a big win for his immigration agenda. And Native American leaders share their feelings about America turning 250.

June 29, 2026 - Full Show

Rounding up today’s U.S. Supreme Court decisions on executive power and mail-in voting. And meet the latest candidate to announce a bid for mayor: Mike Quigley.

June 25, 2026 - Full Show

A look at the tentative agreement between the U.S. and Iran. And soccer fans celebrate the World Cup.

June 24, 2026 - Full Show

Details into new proposals to keep the Bears in Illinois. And meet people behind the scenes at the Obama Presidential Center.

June 23, 2026 - Full Show

The Trump administration challenges Evanston’s reparations program. And why Cook County is called the wrongful conviction capital of the country.

June 22, 2026 - Full Show

Debating data centers in Illinois. A lawsuit over Chicago’s sidewalks and accessibility. And Cook County invests in violence prevention.

June 18, 2026 - Full Show

We’re live at the Obama Presidential Center on the city’s South Side to bring you full coverage of today’s opening ceremony.

June 17, 2026 - Full Show

One on one with Chicago Deputy Mayor for Community Safety Emmanuel Andre. And former Ald. George Cardenas announces his bid for mayor.

June 16, 2026 - Full Show

What a former spokesperson for ICE has to say about current immigration enforcement. And displacement fears on the South Side as the Obama Presidential Center prepares to open.

June 15, 2026 - Full Show

How much taxpayers are spending to flag police officers with multiple misconduct complaints. And the U.S. Supreme Court is set to deliver several rulings in the coming weeks — former clerks break down the cases.

June 11, 2026 - Full Show

Storm cleanup is underway in the Chicago area as thousands remain without power. Chicago U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros is under fire — we hear from two former federal prosecutors.

June 10, 2026 - Full Show

The Chicago Public Schools CEO testifies on Capitol Hill. And three former “Broadview Six” defendants reflect on the case.

June 9, 2026 - Full Show

Grand jury transcripts are released in the botched “Broadview Six” case. And the latest on the Chicago Bears’ plan to move to Hammond, Indiana.

June 8, 2026 - Full Show

Chicago’s U.S. attorney under fire from more than 100 former prosecutors. And efforts to prevent large teen gatherings from turning violent.

June 4, 2026 - Full Show

ComEd customers are seeing a bump in their monthly bills — the company’s CEO explains why. And what to expect from the Obama Presidential Center.

June 3, 2026 - Full Show

Susana Mendoza enters the race for Chicago mayor. And we sit down with House Republican leader Tony McCombie.

June 2, 2026 - Full Show

A sit-down with Illinois’ House speaker. And growing calls for Chicago’s U.S. attorney to step down.

June 1, 2026 - Full Show

From the budget to the Bears, breaking down the legislative session in Springfield. And the latest in peace talks between the U.S. and Iran as the war continues.

May 28, 2026 - Full Show

State lawmakers pass legislation on AI regulation and insurance rates — a look at what the bills would do. And what the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown could mean for green card applicants.

May 27, 2026 - Full Show

Efforts to reform grand jury procedures after misconduct allegations. And honoring retiring Sen. Dick Durbin in Springfield.

May 26, 2026 - Full Show

A federal program could send millions of dollars to Illinois students, but critics say it will defund public schools. And what to know about weight loss drugs as the demand for them grows.
 

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