Stories by WTTW News

A disappearing skyline and air quality alerts as wildfire smoke blankets Chicago. Plus, layoffs and a spending freeze — we unpack how Chicago Public Schools plans to close its massive deficit.

The cost of some goods declines as inflation cools — but uncertainty remains. And a Justice Department memo could have major implications for people with disabilities.

Reports that ICE is stopping most traffic stops in the wake of two deadly shootings. And what to know about the parasitic illness that’s sweeping the country.

Chicago’s police superintendent is set to retire this week — what comes next? And a task force explores the challenges facing domestic violence survivors.

A federal judge finds Chicago’s U.S. attorney violated a court order. And what happens to all the storm water after heavy rainfall like we saw last weekend.

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

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?

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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