Illinois acquires land for project to keep invasive carp from Lake Michigan
The State of Illinois acquired a key piece of land for a project aimed at keeping an invasive carp species from reaching the Great Lakes.
The State of Illinois acquired a key piece of land for a project aimed at keeping an invasive carp species from reaching the Great Lakes.
Trump delivers commencement address at West Point
President Trump spoke at West Point's graduation ceremony Saturday, taking credit for “the greatest and most powerful army the world has ever known."
President Trump spoke at West Point's graduation ceremony Saturday, taking credit for “the greatest and most powerful army the world has ever known."
Jussie Smollett issues statement after settlement with city of Chicago
Actor Jussie Smollett issued a statement Friday following a settlement with the city of Chicago.
Actor Jussie Smollett issued a statement Friday following a settlement with the city of Chicago.
New round of talks between U.S. and Iran
Israel is also wanting to see how talks between the U.S. and Iran go over the country's nuclear program.
Israel is also wanting to see how talks between the U.S. and Iran go over the country's nuclear program.
Former President Obama visits Chicago
Former president Barack Obama visited Chicago to prepare for the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
Former president Barack Obama visited Chicago to prepare for the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
Jewish leaders criticize Chicago mayor over handling of antisemitism
Following the murders of two Israeli embassy staffers in D.C., local Jewish groups say Chicago leaders are turning a blind eye to antisemitism.
Following the murders of two Israeli embassy staffers in D.C., local Jewish groups say Chicago leaders are turning a blind eye to antisemitism.
Week in Review: DC embassy murders with Chicago ties, City Hall scrutiny, and a toast to George Wendt
From a Chicago link to a deadly DC embassy attack, to federal pressure on Mayor Brandon Johnson?s hiring practices ? we?re breaking down the week?s biggest stories. Plus, we celebrate George Wendt, explore new summer fun, and ride Indiana?s latest thrill ride.
From a Chicago link to a deadly DC embassy attack, to federal pressure on Mayor Brandon Johnson?s hiring practices ? we?re breaking down the week?s biggest stories. Plus, we celebrate George Wendt, explore new summer fun, and ride Indiana?s latest thrill ride.
Former President Obama visits Chicago to finalize Obama Presidential Center details
Former President Obama made several stops in Chicago to discuss details of the Obama Presidential Center.
Former President Obama made several stops in Chicago to discuss details of the Obama Presidential Center.
Black clergy rally behind mayor amid DOJ probe
Mayor Brandon Johnson is getting back up while the Justice Department looks into his hiring practices.
Mayor Brandon Johnson is getting back up while the Justice Department looks into his hiring practices.
Trump wants a 25% tariff on iPhones unless they're made in US
President Trump wants a 25% tariff on iPhones unless Apple starts building them in the U.S., a move that could dramatically increase the price of iPhones. Samsung could also be hit with tariffs.
President Trump wants a 25% tariff on iPhones unless Apple starts building them in the U.S., a move that could dramatically increase the price of iPhones. Samsung could also be hit with tariffs.
Trump signs orders to speed up nuclear reactor construction at federal sites
President Trump is expected to sign executive orders to expand the U.S. nuclear energy industry by easing regulations, citing AI demand and foreign uranium dependence.
President Trump is expected to sign executive orders to expand the U.S. nuclear energy industry by easing regulations, citing AI demand and foreign uranium dependence.
Durbin aims to crack down on crypto fraud
Sen. Dick Durbin is making moves to deter cryptocurrency fraud.
Sen. Dick Durbin is making moves to deter cryptocurrency fraud.
Trump used photos from wrong country as evidence of 'white genocide' in South Africa
President Trump shared photos from the wrong country this week to prove his false claims that white farmers are being systemically killed in South Africa.
President Trump shared photos from the wrong country this week to prove his false claims that white farmers are being systemically killed in South Africa.
Trump calls for 50% tariff on EU imports starting June 1
President Trump called for a “straight 50%” tariff on all imports from the European Union after complaining on social media that trade talks are “going nowhere.”
President Trump called for a “straight 50%” tariff on all imports from the European Union after complaining on social media that trade talks are “going nowhere.”
Paris on Politics: Chicago leaders react to D.C. shooting
Chicago leaders reacted on Thursday to a deadly shooting in DC that resulted in the deaths of two Israeli Embassy staff members.
Chicago leaders reacted on Thursday to a deadly shooting in DC that resulted in the deaths of two Israeli Embassy staff members.
Chicago officials call for calm ahead of Memorial Day weekend as homicides decline
Chicago’s top officials are calling for calm ahead of Memorial Day weekend — often one of the city’s most violent — as homicides continue to fall and the summer season begins.
Chicago’s top officials are calling for calm ahead of Memorial Day weekend — often one of the city’s most violent — as homicides continue to fall and the summer season begins.
Jussie Smollett donates $50K to Chicago youth arts center as part of settlement with city, TMZ reports
Jussie Smollett’s legal fight with Chicago is reportedly over—here’s where his $50K donation is going.
Jussie Smollett’s legal fight with Chicago is reportedly over—here’s where his $50K donation is going.
Historic document unveiled about Pope Leo's family history in Chicago
We're getting a cool glimpse of Pope Leo XIV's family history in Chicago.
We're getting a cool glimpse of Pope Leo XIV's family history in Chicago.
Chicago mayor, top cop talk crime prevention and summer safety ahead of Memorial Day
Chicago's mayor and top cop are speaking on summer safety and violence ahead of the Memorial Day weekend.
Chicago's mayor and top cop are speaking on summer safety and violence ahead of the Memorial Day weekend.
White House moves to block foreign students from attending Harvard
The Trump administration has revoked Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students, citing campus safety concerns and alleged foreign affiliations.
The Trump administration has revoked Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students, citing campus safety concerns and alleged foreign affiliations.