NYC COVID czar caught on cam bragging about attending drug-fueled sex parties during pandemic
Varma — who served as senior health advisor to then-Mayor Bill de Blasio during the height of the pandemic, talked about hosting orgies with his wife and attending underground dance parties with more than 200 people.
Paris on Politics: New White Sox stadium, ShotSpotter's future
Sox Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf has one major talent. No, it’s not running a winning baseball franchise! It’s getting taxpayers to pay for his projects where he reaps the benefits. Will he be successful again?
Republican lawmakers pushing for property tax relief in Illinois
Republican lawmakers are advocating for property tax relief for Illinois homeowners, citing high taxes as a contributing factor to “opportunity deserts" in some communities.
'The Daley Show' book explores legacy of Chicago's longest-serving mayor
Richard M. Daley oversaw major developments like the restoration of downtown, the construction of Navy Pier, and the creation of Millennium Park. However, his time in office was also marred by controversies.
Jury deadlock leads to mistrial in AT&T bribery case tied to Mike Madigan
A federal judge declared a mistrial Thursday in the bribery case of former AT&T executive Paul La Schiazza, after the jury informed the court it was unable to reach a unanimous verdict.
U.S. confirms Israel is behind Lebanon attacks
Injured patients are recovering in hospitals in Lebanon after widespread attacks with electronics. Pagers, walkie talkies and solar equipment exploded in Beirut and other parts of the country over two days.
Polls show immigration among top issues for voters
Polls show that immigration is among the top issues for voters ahead of the presidential election. And, we're hearing how some of those voters feel about it in the battleground state of Arizona.
Illinois' top court says odor of burnt marijuana isn't enough to search car
An odor of burnt marijuana doesn't justify a search of a car without a warrant in Illinois, the state Supreme Court said Thursday.
'It's good news': Biden celebrates progress of American economy
President Biden is celebrating the progress of the American economy, just one day after the federal reserve cut interest rates.
'The Daley Show': New book about former Chicago mayor Richard M. Daley
A new book about one of Chicago's mayors, Richard M. Daley, is now available to read.
Mugshot released of suspect in Trump's second assassination attempt
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office has released the mugshot of the suspect in Donald Trump's second apparent assassination attempt.
Mistrial declared in case of ex-AT&T boss
A bribery case tied to Mike Madigan has ended in a mistrial. AT&T Boss Paul La Schiazza was accused of bribing the former Illinois House Speaker.
Tipping points: Charlotte, unions, and ballot battles
We zero in on the pivotal swing state of North Carolina, where the race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is now a virtual dead heat. We examine why Mecklenburg County, home to Charlotte, could ultimately decide who wins the Tar Heel State. Plus, the powerful Teamsters union declines to endorse a presidential candidate for the first time in nearly three decades - how will this impact union voters in battleground states like Michigan and Pennsylvania? And we preview the heated controversy surrounding
Project 2025 takes spotlight as Democrats turn up heat
If you've been following this presidential election at all, you've definitely heard the words "Project 2025." It's a set of conservative policies put out by a think-tank that has outraged Democrats.
Chicago City Council deals major blow to Mayor Johnson on ShotSpotter
The acrimony between Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago City Council grows as he issues a rare veto on their vote to defy his wishes and keep ShotSpotter around.
Chicago City Council deals major blow to Mayor Johnson on ShotSpotter
The acrimony between Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago City Council grows as he issues a rare veto on their vote to defy his wishes and keep ShotSpotter around.
'Do you want to apologize?' Chicago mayor speaks on 2nd Trump assassination attempt
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke Wednesday about the second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
'I was elected to transform this city': Johnson goes off on ShotSpotter, will veto council's vote
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced Wednesday he would veto the City Council's vote to keep ShotSpotter, the gunshot detection technology.
False reports of explosives near Trump rally circulating on social media
Law enforcement in New York are trying to stop fake social media posts claiming bombs were found in a car near a planned Trump rally.