The Point
Coverage of The Point in the Nexus archive.
- 'Just like a regular Joe': Entrepreneur, former math teacher running for Chicago mayor
An entrepreneur and former math teacher is running for Chicago mayor. The article mentions a TV show called 'The Point' that airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ each weeknight at 6:45 p.m. CT.
- Patty Garcia responds to allegations of machine politics after opponents removed from ballot
Patty Garcia addresses allegations of machine politics following the removal of her opponents from the ballot. The news segment 'The Point' is broadcast on WGN and streamed on WGN+ at 6:45 p.m. CT weeknights.
- 'Clown show diversion': Lori Lightfoot responds after GOP Senator mentions her during Blanche confirmation hearing
Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot responds after a GOP Senator mentioned her during the confirmation hearing for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. Lightfoot discusses the issue on WGN's The Point with Political Editor Tahman Bradley.
- Gambia: Ex-Auditor General Claims D15.8m As State Challenges Compensation Bid
Modou Ceesay filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court seeking D15.8 million in compensation following a July 2026 court judgment. The State has contested parts of his claim and requested time to address the court regarding his monetary entitlements.
- Poll: Majority of Chicagoans don't want Mayor Johnson to seek re-election
A poll indicates that a majority of Chicagoans do not want Mayor Johnson to seek re-election. The findings are featured in a segment on 'The Point,' which airs on WGN and streams on WGN+.
- Ald. Jason Ervin opposes parking meter deal
Ald. Jason Ervin opposes a parking meter deal. The article is featured on 'The Point' TV show which airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ each weeknight at 6:45 p.m. CT.
- Paul Vallas discusses upcoming mayoral race
Paul Vallas discusses the upcoming mayoral race on 'The Point', which airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ each weeknight at 6:45 p.m. CT.
- Matt Brewer looks to carve out his own path in crowded race for Chicago mayor
Matt Brewer is competing in the crowded race for Chicago mayor. The Point, a TV show, airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ each weeknight at 6:45 p.m. CT.
- Gambia: Dangote Pledges U.S.$2 Billion Strategic Investment Partnership for Gambia
Africa's wealthiest man Alhaji Aliko Dangote has pledged US$2 billion in a strategic investment partnership with The Gambia. The investment aims to boost the country's economic development.
- 'Failure is the only option': Alders say Mayor Johnson isn't doing his job with city budget
Alders criticize Mayor Johnson for not handling the city budget properly. The Point airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ nightly at 6:45 p.m. CT.
- Democrats face dilemma ahead of midterm elections
Democrats are facing a dilemma ahead of the midterm elections. The article mentions 'The Point,' a weekly TV show that airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ at 6:45 p.m. CT.
- Dr. Lisa Nee is the latest candidate to enter the race for Chicago Mayor
Dr. Lisa Nee has entered the race for Chicago Mayor. The article also mentions the TV show 'The Point' airing on WGN and streaming on WGN+ at 6:45 p.m. CT each weeknight.
- Can Illinois Republicans win back voters in Chicago's suburbs?
The article questions whether Illinois Republicans can regain voter support in Chicago's suburbs. It mentions a TV show called 'The Point' that airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ at 6:45 p.m. CT each weeknight.
- Congressional candidates work to make the ballot as independents in Illinois’ 4th District
Congressional candidates are working to qualify for the ballot as independent candidates in Illinois’ 4th District. The article also notes that ‘The Point’ airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ each weeknight at 6:45 p.m. CT.
- List of Chicago mayoral hopefuls continues to grow
The number of candidates for the Chicago mayoral race is increasing. 'The Point' is a weekly program on WGN and WGN+ that airs at 6:45 p.m. CT each weeknight.
- Gambia: Former VP Dr Touray Enters 2026 Race As Independent
Dr. Isatou Touray has announced her candidacy as an independent presidential candidate for the 2026 election in Gambia. She becomes the second female former vice president to join the race after Fatoumatta Jallow Tambajang.
- New Illinois GOP Chair Bob Grogan on growing the party ahead of November
New Illinois GOP Chair Bob Grogan discusses strategies for growing the party ahead of the November elections. The conversation takes place on 'The Point,' a program that airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ each weeknight at 6:45 p.m. CT.
- 'Frustration' in Springfield as negotiations over the budget, Bears stadium reach final hours
Frustration in Springfield arises as negotiations over the budget and Bears stadium approach their final hours. 'The Point' is mentioned as a TV show airing on WGN and streaming on WGN+ at 6:45 p.m. CT weekly.