House committee meeting erupts into chaos after 'fake eyelash' insult
A House Committee hearing turned into chaos when Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene responded to a question from Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett by telling her “I think your fake eyelashes are messing up what you’re reading."
Illinois lawmakers weigh in on new bill that targets campus protest speech
A new bill passed by the U.S. House this week could bring harsh new restrictions on what protesters can say on campus.
House approves $95 billion in aid for Ukraine, Israel, other allies
Aid bills for Israel, Ukraine and other U.S. allies were passed by the House in a rare Saturday session, along with a bill that could lead to a sale of TikTok.
Senate votes within hours to dismiss Mayorkas impeachment trial
Senate Democrats voted swiftly Wednesday to dismiss House Republicans’ impeachment trial against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
Mayorkas impeachment case sent to Senate
After a lengthy delay, House Republicans have sent their impeachment case against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to the Senate for trial consideration.
Amid threat of ouster, Trump offers support for embattled Speaker Mike Johnson
The joint appearance comes amid growing pressure from hard-right lawmakers such as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who have voiced intentions of initiating a sudden vote to oust Johnson from his position as speaker.
Senate passes $1.2 trillion funding package, averting government shutdown threat
The Senate passed a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills in the early morning hours Saturday, a long overdue action nearly six months into the budget year that will push any threats of a government shutdown to the fall. The bill now goes to President Joe Biden to be signed into law.
2 Chicago incumbent U.S. House Democrats win in Illinois primary
Illinois voters are set to decide competitive U.S. House races around the state in Tuesday's primary election.
Rep. Chuy Garcia defeats Ald. Raymond Lopez in primary showdown
Congressman Jesus "Chuy" Garcia is running for a fourth term and facing a challenge from Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th) in the Illinois primary election.
Evanston Dance Ensemble showcases depth of American experience in new show
Whether you’re a fan of swing, ballet, tap or modern dance, a new show from the Evanston Ensemble Theater has something to offer.
Mitch McConnell to resign as Senate Republican leader in November
Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate leader in history who maintained his power in the face of dramatic convulsions in the Republican Party for almost two decades, will step down from that position in November.
Ex-Rep. Santos sues Jimmy Kimmel over Cameo video broadcast, alleges fraud
Former New York Congressman George Santos recently filed a lawsuit against Jimmy Kimmel after the late-night comedian allegedly solicited Santos' Cameo videos "under the guise of fandom."
