'It's a nice world today': Biden, Trump meet at White House to begin transition
President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump met at the White House on Wednesday to begin their transition.
Pete Hegseth for defense secretary: Trump nomination catches DC off guard
Pete Hegseth’s nomination as defense secretary stunned much of the Pentagon and Washington, D.C. as Trump passed on established national security heavy-hitters.
Local professor weighs in on Trump's new cabinet members
President-elect Donald Trump has begun announcing his new cabinet members. A local professor spoke with FOX 32 Chicago to discuss the new members.
Jack Smith to resign before Trump takes office
Special Counsel Jack Smith plans to resign before Donald Trump takes office.
Donald Trump’s new administration: Who has he chosen so far?
President-elect Donald Trump is starting to fill out important positions in his new administration as he prepares for his second stint in the White House.
Trump taps Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to lead Department of Government Efficiency
President-elect Trump announced Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy as the leaders of his new Department of Government Efficiency, aiming to reduce federal waste and bureaucracy.
What's next after Chicago mayor walks back massive property tax hike?
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is calling an audible, as he walks back his proposal for a $300 million property tax hike to balance the budget.
Previewing the Biden-Trump meeting on Wednesday
Here's what we know about the meeting Wednesday between President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump.
Live House election results: What GOP needs for majority
As of Tuesday, Republicans had won 216 seats to Democrats’ 206, according to election results by the Associated Press.
Trump nominates FOX News host, Army veteran Pete Hegseth for defense secretary
President-elect Donald Trump is moving to build out his foreign policy team, announcing he is nominating Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary.
Illinois task force seeks to honor Underground Railroad history
An Illinois task force is working to bring greater recognition to the state’s role in the Underground Railroad.
Illinois moves to boost education, tourism through Underground Railroad history
An Illinois task force is working to bring greater recognition to the state’s role in the Underground Railroad, identifying over 200 historic sites that once served as safe havens for freedom seekers fleeing slavery in the South.
Johnson walks back $300M property tax hike
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is calling an audible, as he walks back his proposal for a $300 million property tax hike to balance the budget.
Judge delays ruling in Trump criminal case, expert weighs in
Looks like President-elect Trump will have to wait a bit longer on that hush money case in New York. The judge on Tuesday put off deciding on overturning his conviction.
Senate leadership race heats up as Trump builds his cabinet
The GOP flipped the Senate and is about to lock down the House. Now, the focus is on which Republicans will snag those top leadership roles in Congress.
Chicago mayor walks back $300M property tax hike
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson appears to be walking back his property tax hike proposal.
Trump Cabinet 2024
As Donald Trump's second administration takes shape, Battleground delivers an exclusive look at the key players and policies that will define the next four years. From Marco Rubio's surprise appointment as Secretary of State to the implications of a potential Republican trifecta in Washington, S.E. Cupp examines how Trump's agenda could reshape America. Plus, a deep dive into Trump's evolving relationship with Big Tech executives and what his mass deportation plans could mean for Michigan's crucial auto i
Kristi Noem to be next Homeland Security Secretary
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem will join President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet. Noem will oversee several agencies, including the Secret Service.
Chicago community leaders host post-election discussion
Community leaders on Chicago's West Side are trying to ease fears following Election Day. Leaders Network hosted a public discussion Tuesday at the Columbus Park Refectory.
Judge delays ruling on whether to dismiss Trump's hush money conviction
A federal judge has delayed ruling on Trump’s felony conviction in his hush money case on the basis of presidential immunity that was issued by the U.S. Supreme Court.