Supreme Court blocks Trump deportations under Alien Enemies Act, for now

The Supreme Court, in a 7-2 ruling, has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deporting migrants under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798.

Johnson jabs at Trump during DC mayors conference
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke at a conference of Black mayors in Washington D.C., taking on President Trump who's threatened to cut federal funds to sanctuary cities like Chicago.

Lawsuit accuses Tesla of inflating odometers to avoid warranty payments

The man suing Tesla says at one point, Tesla was recording over 72 miles a day on his car – for several of those days, his car was at a Tesla repair center.

Trump stands firm on tariffs despite appeal from Italian Premier Meloni

President Donald Trump met with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni at the White House Thursday, where the two discussed trade, tariffs, and transatlantic security—but Meloni left without winning any concessions on U.S. tariffs.

Violence down 41% in Chicago hotspots thanks to peacekeepers, study says

A new study by Northwestern University says paid civilian peacekeepers and violence interrupters are having an impact on reducing crime in Chicago.

Musk’s SpaceX frontrunner to build Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ missile defense system: report

Reuters reports Elon Musk’s SpaceX, Palantir, and Anduril are top contenders to build satellite tracking layers for Trump’s Golden Dome missile defense system—a project to intercept missiles from space.

Can Trump fire the fed chair? President lashes out at Powell for economic outlook

President Trump has hinted that he wants to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for his economic outlook and refusal to lower interest rates. Can he do that?

Illinois politics: As Durbin stalls on 2026 decision, state treasurer faces protest firestorm

Illinois' senior U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin hasn’t said if he’ll seek another six-year term, and that uncertainty is fueling quiet jostling among ambitious Democrats across the state. 

Chicago alderman pushes for police power to break up teen crowds: 'Take the shackles off'

A proposal to give Chicago police the power to enforce temporary curfews for unaccompanied minors during chaotic public events is moving forward, with some growing support—even from those who were initially skeptical.

Paris on Politics: Will Dick Durbin retire next year?
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FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

Judge issues warning to Trump admin
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A federal judge says he’s found probable cause to hold the trump administration in criminal contempt of court.