Debate dust settles: Court rulings and close races
We dive deep into the high-stakes race in Michigan, where third-party candidates like Jill Stein and RFK Jr. could play spoiler in a tight contest. We also have the latest on Donald Trump's legal battle in Georgia, and what voters are saying after this week's blockbuster debate between Trump and Kamala Harris. Plus, our roundtable of top reporters breaks down where the race stands with just 53 days to go in all seven of our crucial swing states.
‘It’s Dolton. It’s not Tiffany-ville’: Residents sound off as trustees discuss financial future
Dolton trustees met Thursday night to discuss the financial future of the south suburb. Residents also got to weigh in.
Georgia election interference case: Judge drops some charges for Trump, co-defendants
Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee has dismissed some charges in the Georgia election interference case.
Paris on Politics: City Council chaos
Is this the week the wheels fell off of Mayor Johnson's administration? FOX 32 Political Correspondent Paris Schutz examines the latest City Hall turmoil.
Senate preparing to release report on Secret Service's actions on day of Trump assassination attempt
The Senate is getting ready to release a report on the Secret Service's failures on the day of the Trump assassination attempt and the House is working on its own investigation.
Congress must avert government shutdown before Oct. 1
Lawmakers are trying to get this done quickly so they can get back to their districts and campaign with many of their seats on the line this November.
'No third debate,' Trump says on Truth Social
A day after Donald Trump said "we'll think about it" when asked about another debate against Kamala Harris, the former president now says "there will be no third debate."
Post debate, candidates head back to the battleground
Shiba Russell, in for S.E., hosts this episode of Battleground. We take an in-depth look at the presidential race through the eyes of voters in key swing states. We look at new polling out of Wisconsin and, bring you some of the reactions still pouring in from the pivotal Harris-Trump debate. We examine Trump's post-debate campaign stop in Arizona and why the state remains a top GOP target. Plus, more debate insights from Georgia voters and whether Harris' strong performance will boost Democratic chances
No deal yet to avoid government shutdown
The pressure is on the House Speaker to pass a spending bill.
Some Chicago aldermen call for mayor's aide to be fired after controversial comments
Several Chicago aldermen are calling for Mayor Brandon Johnson to fire one of his top aides after a 2021 podcast interview resurfaced in which she allegedly referred to police as “f---ing pigs."
Chicago mayoral aide under fire for alleged controversial comments
A top aide to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson once referred to police as "f---ing pigs" and advocated for abolition of police departments in podcast comments that were unearthed by FOX 32 Chicago.
Debate recap: Experts weigh in
The first and possibly, only presidential debate took place here, in Philadelphia last night. Get exclusive insight from voters in our Ipsos focus group on who they think won the clash over key issues like the economy, abortion rights, and health care. Plus, expert analysis from top journalists in battleground states Michigan and Nevada. All this and more as we honor the memory of 9/11 and examine how the debate will impact this nail-biter of a race, now just 55 days from the election.
Chicago leaders aim to tackle illegal gun crisis
Local leaders gathered to address ways to stop the flow of illegal guns into Illinois in the second of three forums designed to changed to reframe the discussion on gun violence.
Local political experts react to Trump, Harris debate
What were the major takeaways from the presidential debate Tuesday? Local experts break it down.
Father of Springfield, Ohio boy killed in crash says Trump, Vance using death for 'political gain'
The father of the Springfield, Ohio 11-year-old killed in a school bus accident had some harsh and emotional words after Trump and Vance recently mentioned his son’s death as a reason to oppose immigration.
Debate recap: How Trump, Harris addressed key issues
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris covered a wide range of topics in Tuesday’s debate. Here’s an issue-by-issue look at what they both said.
What’s next in the presidential race?
We’re all just weeks out from Election Day, and if the tumultuous summer has taught us anything, it’s that anything can happen between now and then.
One of Chicago Mayor Johnson's top aides calls police 'f---ing pigs' in 2021 podcast
A top aide to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson once referred to police as "f---ing pigs" and advocated for abolition of police departments in podcast comments that were unearthed by FOX 32 Chicago.
Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris for president following debate
Moments after the presidential debate, Taylor Swift announced she was endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for president.
Thorntown Township trustees defy Tiffany Henyard
Tensions flared once again at a Thornton Township board meeting, as trustees voted to cancel several upcoming township events despite Supervisor Tiffany Henyard's support.