Emanuel: Now Is Not The Time To Reduce CPS State Aid
Mayor Emanuel says Chicago students are demonstrating why Illinois lawmakers should override Gov. Rauner's veto of the school funding bill.
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Mayor Emanuel says Chicago students are demonstrating why Illinois lawmakers should override Gov. Rauner's veto of the school funding bill.
Ed Burke says they're dangerous, untested job-killers.
Gov. Rauner at first would not call the attack in Virginia an act of domestic terrorism.
Rauner's veto would remove $463 million in state funding for Chicago Public Schools, while giving other districts millions more.
There has been pushback from retailers since a court cleared Cook County government's controversial soda tax last week.
Illinois House Democrats brought together school superintendents to blast Gov. Rauner's recent school funding veto.
The Springfield budget battle took a toll not only on taxpayers, but also on lawmakers.
A budget watchdog probed public records to find that the city shelled out more than $282 million in overtime last year.
The governor said he'd accept a compromise that restores some of the $250 million in state funding he vetoed for Chicago Public Schools.
Gov. Bruce Rauner this week rewrote part of a school-funding bill. The consequences could be devastating, critics tell CBS 2 Political Reporter Derrick Blakley.
The mayor said the governor's veto will hurt minority and poor students in less-affluent school districts more than it will hurt CPS.
Negotiations to avoid Gov. Bruce Rauner's threatened veto of a school funding measure collapsed Monday.
A judge has lifted an injunction on Cook County's sweetened beverage tax, allowing the county to begin collecting it as soon as it wishes.
Bruce Rauner summoned all Republican lawmakers from the House and Senate for an hour-long meeting -- the first of its kind in anyone's memory.
With little more than a month until many school districts open their doors, Springfield still hasn't finalized a school funding plan.
They demand federal oversight for Chicago police.
It's part of a police-brutality complaint the city of Chicago may soon settle for $185,000. CBS 2 Political Reporter Derrick Blakley has more.
A $30 million public-private partnership will bring a food incubation center to East Garfield Park.
Four days after lawmakers overrode his veto of a $36 billion budget and an income tax hike, Gov. Bruce Rauner named a new chief of staff.
Test vote on House Democrats' spending plan passes 90-25, but lawmakers will blow through midnight deadline for budget deal.
Radogno was an author of the so-called "grand bargain" in the Senate, which got the ball rolling on months of budget talks this year.
Gov. Bruce Rauner on Wednesday said he will extend the compulsory special sessions and keep Illinois legislators in Springfield past Friday, when a new budget needs to be in place for the next fiscal year.
In her first Chicago appearance since her presidential election loss, Hillary Clinton talked little about the campaign – or President Trump -- but a lot about her two upcoming books.
As state lawmakers worked in special session to achieve a budget breakthrough, the man who called the special session wasn't there.
CBS 2 Political Reporter Derrick Blakley explains why tougher rules now in place for passing anything in Springfield may actually be a blessing in disguise.
Four people who were inside the store were taken to area hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries, police said.
Chicago police said the vendor, a 35-year-old man, was approached by a 30-year-old man, and then a brief struggle ensued.
Clouds linger Saturday due to a weak system over the Dakotas and Minnesota that will try to send moisture our way.
Williams, whose paintings now are celebrated around the world, and hanging in galleries, got his start in life and in art in the heart of the South Shore neighborhood.
An Englewood organizer who wants to be a positive change for his community took CBS News Chicago behind the scenes of his group's giveaway.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Parking garage managers said the number of parkers is down since the pandemic, as more people work remotely, leaving them struggling to make a profit.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
The reopened Pilsen facility is one of three that Mayor Brandon Johnson promised would reopen by the end of the year.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
Owner Ricky Burns made a big dream come true in the tiny space on Western Avenue in West Ridge.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
Wonder Group, a New York-based food ordering company that touts "fast fine" dining, is set to be Grubhub's new owner.
Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
Ravyn Lenae, a rising R&B star from the South Side of Chicago, is among the artists announced Wednesday for the popular California desert music festival.
Speaking to American Theatre in 2018, Vire said he arrived in Chicago as a "lapsed actor," and fell into theatre criticism "through the back door."
"America demanded it and now it's happening: Taco Bell's new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I'm hosting the Oscars," Conan O'Brien said.
The agreement includes the U.S. and Mexico. Ford is the senior-most conservative elected official in Canada and his remarks about Mexican trade policy echo points raised by Donald Trump and the Republicans for the better part of a decade.
Donna Maddox, the regional director of the International Cat Association, talks more about the event.
When she's not flying all over the world for her concerts, Taylor Swift spends a fair amount of time in New York City. Now a mastermind has created a walking tour for her fan's "Wildest Dreams."
Tens of thousands of people are coming together to watch over 200 breeds compete for best in show.
A 33-year-old woman was heading northbound in a 2022 Ford SUV just before 1:30 a.m. in the 300 block of North Cicero Avenue when she swerved and drove into the front of the store.
Chicago police said the vendor, a 35-year-old man, was approached by a 30-year-old man, and then a brief struggle ensued.
The 53-foot Colorado blue spruce donated by the Holden-Shaddick family in Logan Square is wrapped with thousands of lights.
At least five robberies have been reported, with the latest happening on Wednesday.
Parking garage managers said the number of parkers is down since the pandemic, as more people work remotely, leaving them struggling to make a profit.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
The 29-person team will advise the prosecutor's office on everything from handling gun violence cases to wrongful convictions to public corruption.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
Zach LaVine scored 26 points, Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White each had 20 and the Chicago Bulls beat the Atlanta Hawks 136-122 on Friday night in an NBA Cup game.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
Craig Smith and Nick Foligno also scored as the 'Hawks stopped a three-game slide.
The Bears' defense hopes to make life miserable for Minnesota QB Sam Darnold this coming Sunday.
Will Riley led Illinois (3-1) with 18 points and nine rebounds while Kylan Boswell added 17 and Kasparas Jakucionis had 15.
The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
K9 officer Riggs served 8 years on the force. He was 10 years old.
One man suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was rushed to an area hospital for treatment, police said.
The woman was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn in critical condition.
Don Archer helped police catch the thief in less than 24 hours.
