Trump’s ‘Warrior Dividend’ for military funded through Pentagon, not tariffs
The president suggested last week that a $1,776 Christmas bonus for troops was made possible through tariff revenue – when it was actually money they were already set to receive from the Pentagon.
Justice Department releases new Epstein files as critics accuse DOJ of delays
Newly released Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents spark controversy after some files were heavily redacted, briefly disappeared, and lawmakers from both parties say the Justice Department isn’t moving fast enough.
Alders pass 2026 budget
With just days to spare, a renegade coalition of aldermen approved the spending portion of a budget opposed by Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Chicago City Council passes 2026 budget, rejects corporate head tax
The Chicago City Council approved the final portions of a record $16.6 billion budget for 2026 by a 30-18 vote on Saturday.
Epstein files released by Justice Department: What's in them
The Justice Department has released more than 300,000 pages of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein case files.
Trump orders ISIS strikes in Syria after Iowa National Guard soldiers killed
President Trump ordered ISIS strikes in Syria after Iowa National Guard soldiers were killed.
City Council passes a 2026 budget
City Council approved the so-called alternative revenue ordinance by a 29 to 19 vote. It closes a nearly 1 point $2 billion gap by legalizing video gambling terminals in bars and restaurants, selling of debt to collectors, and institute a host of new revenue items like a new cloud computing tax.
Chicago City Council approves $16.7 billion alternative budget
After months of debate, jockeying and dissent, the Chicago City Council has passed a $16.7 billion budget, though not everyone is satisfied.
Donald Trump's name added to Kennedy Center day after renaming vote
Democratic leaders have called the move illegal, and that Congress is the only body that can change the center's name.
Trump reclassifies marijuana, marking first major federal shift in decades
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday reclassifying marijuana, marking the first major federal shift in how cannabis is treated in decades. The order moves marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III controlled substance.
The 'Patriot Games': What we know about Trump's proposed high school athletic competition
President Donald Trump has announced a first-of-its-kind high school athletic event coming to the nation's capital to commemorate the 250th birthday of the nation.
Bears’ potential move to Indiana draws sharp reactions from both states
The Chicago Bears shocked fans Wednesday night with a letter announcing the team is exploring Northwest Indiana as a potential site for a new stadium.
As Bears consider NW Indiana, Chicago mayor insists team ‘belongs in Chicago’
With the Bears now poking across state lines for potential stadium sites, Mayor Brandon Johnson is forcefully reasserting his claim: the team’s home is — and should remain — Chicago.
Trump signs executive order to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug
President Donald Trump Thursday signed an executive order that would move marijuana out of its current Schedule I classification.
Bears expand stadium site search to NW Indiana; Chicago mayor pushes back: 'They belong in Chicago'
Amid the Bears’ wider search for a new stadium site, the mayor refused to speculate on the team’s motivations but reaffirmed that Chicago provides the strongest long-term home — and said he’s ready to continue discussions.
New Epstein photos shared a day before case files deadline
The latest photo dump from Jeffrey Epstein's estate includes a screenshot of messages discussing a “scout" who sends girls.
Joliet bishop tapped by Pope Leo to lead New York Archdiocese
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet as the next archbishop of New York.
Opposing Chicago alders gaining momentum with new budget proposal ahead of deadline
With a budget gap of more than $1.2 billion and a potential city government shutdown approaching, a group of Chicago alders on Thursday promoted their alternative budget plan.
Opposing Chicago alders gaining momentum with new budget proposal ahead of deadline
With a budget gap of more than $1.2 billion and a potential city government shutdown approaching, a group of Chicago alders on Thursday promoted their alternative budget plan.
Barack Obama tours nearly complete presidential center on Chicago's South Side
Former President Barack Obama spent several hours earlier this month touring his new presidential center in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood.