First Listen for May 7, 2026:
- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson came to Springfield asking lawmakers for financial for his city.
- The Illinois State Police is investigating a fatal ICE shooting that happened in the Chicago area last fall.
- Rep. Darin LaHood said it's time to find a diplomatic solution with Iran to bring down fuel prices.
- Members of the AFSCME local that was on strike for nearly a month at Illinois State University has ratified a new contract.
- The Levitt AMP Springfield music series has unveiled its lineup for this season, which begins at the end of May.
