Who is running for Cook County Board president in the 2026 election?
A longtime incumbent Cook County Board president is facing a serious primary challenge. Here's what to know.
A longtime incumbent Cook County Board president is facing a serious primary challenge. Here's what to know.
Illinois to lose $587M due to Trump’s budget bill, pay more for SNAP benefits, report says
Illinois is set to lose more than $500 million in federal funding due to Trump's budget bill, according to a new report.
Illinois is set to lose more than $500 million in federal funding due to Trump's budget bill, according to a new report.
Trump won't apologize for video of Obamas as apes: What he said
President Donald Trump says he won’t apologize and "didn’t make a mistake" when his Truth Social account shared a video featuring the Obamas as primates in a jungle.
President Donald Trump says he won’t apologize and "didn’t make a mistake" when his Truth Social account shared a video featuring the Obamas as primates in a jungle.
Jesse Jackson Jr. pitches redemption in bid for old House seat years after campaign fraud conviction
Jesse Jackson Jr. has launched a spirited primary bid for his old U.S. House seat after serving prison time for campaign fraud.
Jesse Jackson Jr. has launched a spirited primary bid for his old U.S. House seat after serving prison time for campaign fraud.
Hillary Clinton calls for public hearing in Epstein probe
Hillary Clinton is calling for transparency as she and Bill Clinton prepare to tell Congress what they know about the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Hillary Clinton is calling for transparency as she and Bill Clinton prepare to tell Congress what they know about the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Far-right influencer Jake Lang charged for damaging ‘Prosecute ICE’ sculpture
Far-right influencer Jake Lang, who was pardoned for his role in the Jan. 6 riots, is facing a felony charge for reportedly damaging a “Prosecute ICE" sculpture at the Minnesota State Capitol, claiming it was an act of artistic expression.
Far-right influencer Jake Lang, who was pardoned for his role in the Jan. 6 riots, is facing a felony charge for reportedly damaging a “Prosecute ICE" sculpture at the Minnesota State Capitol, claiming it was an act of artistic expression.
Trump administration proposes citizenship question in test for 2030 census
The Trump administration is making efforts to include a question about an individual's citizenship status in the U.S. as part of a practice test for the 2030 census.
The Trump administration is making efforts to include a question about an individual's citizenship status in the U.S. as part of a practice test for the 2030 census.
South Shore ICE raid investigation, ICE at polls | The Chicago Report
Can voters expect to see ICE agents at the polls as early voting begins? And, a new report is released about the ICE raid at a South Shore apartment last fall.
Can voters expect to see ICE agents at the polls as early voting begins? And, a new report is released about the ICE raid at a South Shore apartment last fall.
ProPublica investigates South Shore apartment raid | The Chicago Report
ProPublica put out their latest investigation into the South Shore apartment ICE raid last fall that shows, in the government's own words, the operation was really about going after squatters.
ProPublica put out their latest investigation into the South Shore apartment ICE raid last fall that shows, in the government's own words, the operation was really about going after squatters.
ICE agents at the polls? Rep. Quigley weighs in | The Chicago Report
Early voting is underway in Illinois for the 2026 Midterm Primary Elections. Elections are a hot topic on Capitol Hill right now as President Trump has repeatedly voiced his desire to "nationalize" elections. Rep. Quigley weighs in.
Early voting is underway in Illinois for the 2026 Midterm Primary Elections. Elections are a hot topic on Capitol Hill right now as President Trump has repeatedly voiced his desire to "nationalize" elections. Rep. Quigley weighs in.
U.S. Rep. Jackson prays in front of Trump | The Chicago Report
A clip getting a ton of attention online involves a U.S. Congressman from Illinois, Rep. Jonathan Jackson, and President Donald Trump.
A clip getting a ton of attention online involves a U.S. Congressman from Illinois, Rep. Jonathan Jackson, and President Donald Trump.
Chicago’s budget gap is ‘way bigger’ than city leaders say — and a Chicago Congressman makes waves in Washington
Chicago’s City Council says it closed a $1 billion budget gap — but a new report claims the city’s financial hole is actually far deeper. A watchdog group says when you factor in pensions, borrowing, and other obligations, the deficit balloons to $41 billion, or about $43,000 per resident. Meanwhile in Washington, Congressman Jonathan Jackson drew attention at the National Prayer Breakfast, using his prayer to gently push back on President Trump — a moment that’s still sparking conversation across both parties.
Chicago’s City Council says it closed a $1 billion budget gap — but a new report claims the city’s financial hole is actually far deeper. A watchdog group says when you factor in pensions, borrowing, and other obligations, the deficit balloons to $41 billion, or about $43,000 per resident. Meanwhile in Washington, Congressman Jonathan Jackson drew attention at the National Prayer Breakfast, using his prayer to gently push back on President Trump — a moment that’s still sparking conversation across both parties.
US-Iran talks loom as last nuclear arms treaty with Russia expires
As U.S. negotiators prepare to meet with Iranian officials, experts warn the expiration of the final nuclear arms treaty with Russia could spark a new global arms race.
As U.S. negotiators prepare to meet with Iranian officials, experts warn the expiration of the final nuclear arms treaty with Russia could spark a new global arms race.
Epstein victims blast DOJ for releasing nude photos, names in file dump
The latest Jeffrey Epstein documents released by the Justice Department included nude photos, names and faces of Epstein’s victims. That wasn't supposed to happen.
The latest Jeffrey Epstein documents released by the Justice Department included nude photos, names and faces of Epstein’s victims. That wasn't supposed to happen.
President Trump's proposal to nationalize elections faces major constitutional hurdles
David Froomkin from the University of Houston Law Center breaks down what nationalizing elections would mean, whether a president has the power to do it, and the legal realities behind voter fraud and voter ID laws.
David Froomkin from the University of Houston Law Center breaks down what nationalizing elections would mean, whether a president has the power to do it, and the legal realities behind voter fraud and voter ID laws.
DHS funding debate, Epstein files | The Chicago Report
Tonight, will Congress enact big changes to ICE and the Dept. of Homeland Security? Illinois Sen. Duckworth tells us she has some red lines. And, the Epstein document release exposes alleged grotesque behavior by so many of the nation's elite.
Tonight, will Congress enact big changes to ICE and the Dept. of Homeland Security? Illinois Sen. Duckworth tells us she has some red lines. And, the Epstein document release exposes alleged grotesque behavior by so many of the nation's elite.
Epstein file drop: Are more charges coming? | The Chicago Report
A shocking glimpse into the alleged perverse and potentially criminal behavior from some of the country's most powerful political and business elite revealed in the Epstein files. Joining us now is Northwestern Pritzker School of Law professor Ronald Allen.
A shocking glimpse into the alleged perverse and potentially criminal behavior from some of the country's most powerful political and business elite revealed in the Epstein files. Joining us now is Northwestern Pritzker School of Law professor Ronald Allen.
Report: Chicago ended 2024 with $41.1 billion shortfall | The Chicago Report
Chicago City Council passed a budget that closes a $1 billion gap despite a lack of support from Mayor Johnson. But, a new study by the watchdog group Truth in Accounting says the actual deficit is a wee bit higher than that... more like $41 billion. Judi Willard joins us.
Chicago City Council passed a budget that closes a $1 billion gap despite a lack of support from Mayor Johnson. But, a new study by the watchdog group Truth in Accounting says the actual deficit is a wee bit higher than that... more like $41 billion. Judi Willard joins us.
Sen. Duckworth talks sanctuary policies following Marimar Martinez's testimony | The Chicago Report
Lawmakers have nine days to agree on funding for ICE and the Dept. of Homeland Security. Illinois Democratic Senator Tammy Duckworth offered her red lines on a funding bill and it comes after she attended a hearing on Capitol Hill where Marimar Martinez testified.
Lawmakers have nine days to agree on funding for ICE and the Dept. of Homeland Security. Illinois Democratic Senator Tammy Duckworth offered her red lines on a funding bill and it comes after she attended a hearing on Capitol Hill where Marimar Martinez testified.
New bill would ban ICE agents from becoming law enforcement officers in Illinois
An Illinois state senator is backing legislation that would prohibit federal immigration agents from becoming law enforcement officers in the state.
An Illinois state senator is backing legislation that would prohibit federal immigration agents from becoming law enforcement officers in the state.