Businesses brace as Chicago shutdown risks grow ahead of deadline
The deadline for approving the city budget is two and a half weeks away, and if Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council members fail to reach a deal, Chicago could face a government shutdown.
'Right to die' bill signed into law by Gov. Pritzker
Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday signed legislation allowing terminally ill adults to seek medical aid-in-dying medication, making Illinois the latest state to offer end-of-life options for patients expected to live six months or less.
New photos from Epstein's estate show Trump, Bill Clinton and more
House Democrats released new photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate and called the images "disturbing." They include President Trump, former President Bill Clinton and other high-profile men.
Judge issues temporary order blocking ICE from detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order to prohibit immigration officials from detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
National Guard to stay in Chicago as legal fight over deployment continues
The Trump administration has extended the National Guard’s deployment in the Chicago area, despite a recent court ruling that the president does not have that authority.
Indiana Republicans block Trump's redistricting push in a rare break with the president
Indiana Republican state senators voted against a redrawn congressional map Friday that would have favored their party in the 2026 elections.
Trump's management of the economy hits its lowest point, poll finds
A new poll is showing declines in Trump’s economic and immigration approval. Here’s what we know.
Trump launches $1 million 'gold card' immigration visa program. What we know
The president is lauding the initiative as a refined path to citizenship for qualified applicants.
