Pope Leo calls for peace in Christmas Day address
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In his first Christmas Day address, Pope Leo XIV issued an appeal to world.  Trey Yingst shows you why the message was about compassion as parts of Europe and the Middle East are at war.

Trump launches Christmas night airstrikes on ISIS 'Terrorist Scum' in Nigeria after killings of Christians

President Donald Trump said the U.S. launched airstrikes in northwest Nigeria on Christmas night targeting ISIS militants he accused of killing Christians, calling the operation decisive and warning further attacks would follow if the violence continues.

The Chicago Report: Top 10 political stories of the year (part 2)
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In part two of this special edition of "The Chicago Report," we continue the countdown of the top political stories of the year, covering stories five through one. This episode examines last-minute efforts in the Illinois General Assembly to avoid a transit fiscal cliff, Governor J.B. Pritzker’s tense trip to Washington, and the public split between Chicago Public Schools and CEO Pedro Martinez amid ongoing financial challenges. The countdown also includes the election of Pope Leo, who hails from Chicago’s south suburbs, and the presence of ICE and Border Patrol operations in Chicago, one of the most closely watched political developments of the year.

The Chicago Report: Top 10 political stories of the year (part 1)
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On a special edition of "The Chicago Report," we count down the top 10 political stories of the year, beginning with stories 10 through 6. This episode covers major moments including City Council clashes over a global debate, a budget battle that pushed Chicago to the brink of a shutdown, Senator Dick Durbin’s decision not to seek reelection and the race to replace him, ongoing Bears stadium drama, and Mayor Brandon Johnson’s visit to the nation’s capital.

Pope Leo disappointed in Illinois' new 'right to die' law
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Pope Leo XIV said Tuesday he was "very disappointed" that his home state of Illinois had approved a law allowing for medically assisted suicide, and he called for greater respect of life.

Pope Leo disappointed over Illinois' passage of 'right to die' law

Pope Leo XIV said he was “very disappointed" that Illinois, his home state, approved a law allowing for medically assisted suicide.

New batch of Epstein files released, Trump mentioned
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In a social media post Tuesday, the Department of Justice announced the release of nearly 30,000 files in the Jeffrey Epstein case.

Maryland congresswoman introduces two bills to overturn renaming of Kennedy Center

On Tuesday, Congresswoman April McClain Delaney introduced two pieces of legislation to overturn the attempt to add President Donald Trump's name to the John F.

DOJ says Epstein letter to Larry Nassar released in latest document dump is fake

The federal government is walking back a piece of evidence that was released in its latest document dump which allegedly included correspondence between Jeffrey Epstein and Larry Nassar, saying it is fake.

U.S. strikes suspected drug boat as Trump pushes major Navy expansion
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The U.S. launches its 29th known strike on a suspected drug vessel in the eastern Pacific amid growing pressure on Venezuela and President Trump’s plans to dramatically expand the U.S. Navy.

U.S. Coast Guard seizes second oil tanker near Venezuela as pressure on Maduro grows
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The U.S. Coast Guard has seized a second oil tanker off Venezuela’s coast and is pursuing a third, as the White House increases pressure on President Nicolás Maduro.

Lawmakers threaten contempt over DOJ’s partial release of Epstein files
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Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie warn they may hold Attorney General Pam Bondi in contempt, accusing the Justice Department of missing a legal deadline as the DOJ says more Epstein documents are still under review to protect victims.

Trump’s ‘Warrior Dividend’ for military funded through Pentagon, not tariffs

The president suggested last week that a $1,776 Christmas bonus for troops was made possible through tariff revenue – when it was actually money they were already set to receive from the Pentagon.