Paris Schutz

Chicago

Political Correspondent at WFLD-TV (Chicago, IL)

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Jan Schakowsky, longtime rep for Chicago’s north suburbs, won’t run for reelection in 2026

1 week ago | fox32chicago.com | Paris Schutz

By Paris Schutz and Alex Ortiz Published May 5, 2025 1:24pm CDT CHICAGO - Democratic U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky, who has represented parts of Chicago’s North Side and northern suburbs for more than 25 years, announced she will not run for another term in Congress in 2026. Schakowsky made the announcement on Monday at her annual Ultimate Women's Power Lunch at the Sheraton Grand Chicago hotel.
Paris on Politics: Trump vs. Illinois on sanctuary cities, DEI and Medicaid

1 week ago | fox32chicago.com | Paris Schutz

The Trump administration wants to end sanctuary cities, DEI programs, and slash programs people in Illinois depend on, like Medicaid. Now, the battle heads to the courts. Plus, is Chicago's proposed teen curfew constitutional? FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
CPS Chief Education Officer resigns amid stalled CEO search, tensions with CTU

1 week ago | fox32chicago.com | Paris Schutz

CHICAGO - A top education official at Chicago Public Schools is stepping down, raising new concerns about the direction of the district as it searches for new leadership. What we know: Chief Education Officer Bogdana Chkoumbova, a 24-year CPS veteran, announced her resignation this week, just months after CEO Pedro Martinez was fired.
Former Illinois Gov. George Ryan dies at 91

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Paris Schutz

The BriefFormer Illinois Gov. George Ryan died Friday after a brief hospice stay. Ryan served prison time for corruption but became known for halting executionsIn one of his final public appearances, he called for ending lifelong "felon" labelsCHICAGO - George Ryan, the 39th governor of Illinois and a figure known both for scandal and for halting executions, died Friday following a brief stay in hospice care, according to former Illinois House Representative Jim Durkin.
Paris on Politics: Trump vs. Illinois, president's sagging approval, Columbus compromise

1 week ago | fox32chicago.com | Paris Schutz

FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Paris on Politics: Unit overseeing Metra, CTA, and Pace wants to cut wait times in half. Will lawmakers pay?

1 week ago | fox32chicago.com | Paris Schutz

Metra, CTA, and Pace face a $770 million shortfall, and the Regional Transportation Authority is hoping that lawmakers will not only provide the necessary funds to avoid any transit troubles but also enough to cut wait times in half. Plus, the Chicago City Council goes back and forth about the pros and cons of a so-called "snap curfew." What we know. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Chicago's 'doomsday' transit crisis: Lawmakers near deal to plug $770M gap

2 weeks ago | fox32chicago.com | Paris Schutz

CHICAGO - State lawmakers say they’ve reached agreement on several aspects of a major transit funding bill that would help the CTA, Pace and Metra avoid a collective $770 million fiscal cliff. What we know: The lawmakers have been negotiating a compromise that would give a "central authority" more power over the region’s transit system, but it would stop short of abolishing the separate agencies and merging them into one.
Chicago's 'doomsday' transit crisis: Lawmakers near deal to plug $770M gap

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Paris Schutz

The BriefLawmakers near deal on transit funding: Illinois legislators say they've reached consensus on key parts of a bill to help CTA, Pace and Metra avoid a $770 million shortfall. Central oversight gains support: The proposal would give a "central authority" more power over regional transit coordination and funding, without merging the agencies. Funding tied to reforms: Additional funding hinges on cost-cutting, unified fare cards and better scheduling; both parties appear open to a compromise.
Paris on Politics: Chicago curfew debate, Mayor Johnson in Springfield, transit troubles

2 weeks ago | fox32chicago.com | Paris Schutz

FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Chicago City Council committee to consider temporary curfew ordinance

2 weeks ago | fox32chicago.com | Paris Schutz

By Paris Schutz , Joanie Lum and Alex Ortiz Published April 30, 2025 7:54am CDT Chicago alders consider new curfew rule to prevent 'teen takeovers' The Chicago City Council’s Public Safety Committee is expected to consider an ordinance to give police the authority to implement temporary curfews for teens in response to recent so-called "teen takeovers" that have sometimes led to violence.

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