Hours left before Illinois budget deadline
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It's down to the wire in Springfield as lawmakers face a midnight deadline to pass a new state budget.

Larry Hoover's family, supporters lobby for release in Springfield

Larry Hoover's family and supporters visited the state capital on Saturday to ask Governor Pritzker for the Chicago gang leader's release.

Prosecutors calling for 12.5 years of prison, $1.5M fine for Mike Madigan

Federal prosecutors are recommending a 12½-year prison sentence and a $1.5 million fine for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan in his corruption case.

Chicago's Pope Leo celebration sold out quickly — drawing second market frenzy

Tickets for the Chicago Archdiocese’s celebration of Pope Leo XIV at Rate Field on June 14 sold out quickly Friday, sparking a surge in resales on the secondary market.

Trump answers whether he would pardon Diddy

Trump and Diddy have crossed paths over the years at many prestigious, high-profile events like the 1997 US Open with wife, Melania, and partner, Kim Porter.

What's next for Elon Musk?

With the billionaire’s tenure ending at the White House, here’s what he may shift his attention to going forward.

Todd Chrisley 'grateful' for Trump pardons, teases TV return

Reality star Todd Chrisley said he is looking forward to life after prison and a return to TV after he and his wife Julie were pardoned by President Donald Trump.

Lawyer says Trump suffered 'mental anguish' after CBS interview with Kamala Harris

President Trump has so far refused to dismiss a $20 billion lawsuit against CBS News over how the outlet edited a “60 Minutes” interview with Kamala Harris last year.

Elon Musk gets White House send-off from President Trump

Elon Musk made his White House departure official, but both President Trump and Musk say he’ll continue “helping all the way."

Elon Musk unveils SpaceX's latest plans for colonizing Mars

Elon Musk outlined SpaceX’s plans for flights to Mars, along with his long-term vision to establish a permanent city on the red planet.

Judge rules in favor of Vernon Hills toy company
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A federal judge on Thursday ruled in favor of a Vernon Hills toy company, temporarily exempting it from tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, as a growing number of lawsuits continue to challenge the policy.