Former Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard eyes political comeback as a Republican in Georgia
Tiffany Henyard is running for a seat in Georgia as a Republican after relocating to the area following her scandal-plagued tenure in office.
Tiffany Henyard is running for a seat in Georgia as a Republican after relocating to the area following her scandal-plagued tenure in office.
Chicago mayor announces return of 'historic annual event' | FULL REMARKS
Mayor Brandon Johnson announced Thursday the city of Chicago will host the second annual Chicago River Swim, which will take place on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026.
Mayor Brandon Johnson announced Thursday the city of Chicago will host the second annual Chicago River Swim, which will take place on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026.
‘Titanic-inspired’ statue of Trump, Epstein pops up in DC
A statue depicting President Donald Trump and the late Jeffrey Epstein reenacting that famous Jack and Rose scene in the movie "Titanic," popped up in D.C. earlier this week.
A statue depicting President Donald Trump and the late Jeffrey Epstein reenacting that famous Jack and Rose scene in the movie "Titanic," popped up in D.C. earlier this week.
Federal court terminates Biden-era student loan plan affecting millions nationwide
A federal appeals court on Monday officially finalized the termination of the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, the Biden program that significantly lowered repayment rates for millions of student loan borrowers.
A federal appeals court on Monday officially finalized the termination of the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, the Biden program that significantly lowered repayment rates for millions of student loan borrowers.
Obama Presidential Center seeks Chicago volunteers to become community ambassadors
The Obama Foundation launches a new ambassador volunteer program ahead of the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, inviting Chicagoans to help welcome visitors and support its community mission.
The Obama Foundation launches a new ambassador volunteer program ahead of the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, inviting Chicagoans to help welcome visitors and support its community mission.
Trump ramps up pressure to pass voting restrictions bill
Political scientist Constance Mixon breaks down the controversial Save Act, why it’s tied to the government shutdown fight, and what it could mean for voter registration and election integrity in the U.S.
Political scientist Constance Mixon breaks down the controversial Save Act, why it’s tied to the government shutdown fight, and what it could mean for voter registration and election integrity in the U.S.
Tariff refunds may be coming, but the process could be complicated
After the Supreme Court struck down a key tariff tool used by President Donald Trump, companies and consumers are scrambling to seek refunds—though the process is proving confusing and uncertain.
After the Supreme Court struck down a key tariff tool used by President Donald Trump, companies and consumers are scrambling to seek refunds—though the process is proving confusing and uncertain.
Trump targets NIL pay in college sports as athletes cash in: Telander
As NIL deals reshape college sports, President Donald Trump and NCAA leaders are pushing to limit athlete pay while top college football and basketball players continue earning millions.
As NIL deals reshape college sports, President Donald Trump and NCAA leaders are pushing to limit athlete pay while top college football and basketball players continue earning millions.
SAVE America Act: Trump pushing to add ban on mail ballots
President Trump is pushing to add a ban on mail ballots to the SAVE America Act. Here’s what to know about the voting bill.
President Trump is pushing to add a ban on mail ballots to the SAVE America Act. Here’s what to know about the voting bill.
IRS unveils proposed regulations for new Trump Accounts savings program
The IRS and the Treasury Department have released more details about the implementation of Trump Accounts for parents and guardians who want to use the savings accounts for their children.
The IRS and the Treasury Department have released more details about the implementation of Trump Accounts for parents and guardians who want to use the savings accounts for their children.
Trump warns Cuba to make a deal or face “unfriendly takeover”
Global affairs expert Cecile Shea explains President Donald Trump’s warning to Cuba, the unrest inside the country and what an “unfriendly takeover” could mean for U.S.-Cuba relations.
Global affairs expert Cecile Shea explains President Donald Trump’s warning to Cuba, the unrest inside the country and what an “unfriendly takeover” could mean for U.S.-Cuba relations.
Chicago Ford Plant builds custom car for Pope Leo XIV | ChicagoLIVE
A customized Ford Explorer Platinum assembled at the Chicago Assembly Plant was delivered to Pope Leo XIV during a private meeting at the Vatican.
A customized Ford Explorer Platinum assembled at the Chicago Assembly Plant was delivered to Pope Leo XIV during a private meeting at the Vatican.
Obama Presidential Center grand opening slated for Juneteenth weekend in Chicago
The grand opening for the Obama Presidential Center will be held on Juneteenth weekend later this year on the South Side.
The grand opening for the Obama Presidential Center will be held on Juneteenth weekend later this year on the South Side.
'I thank you, Jesse Jackson': Former VP Kamala Harris speaks on Rev. Jackson's legacy
Former Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during Rev. Jesse Jackson's celebration of life in Chicago on Friday.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during Rev. Jesse Jackson's celebration of life in Chicago on Friday.
Clinton: Rev. Jesse Jackson 'made me a better president'
Former President Bill Clinton remembers Jesse Jackson as a relentless advocate who kept pushing leaders to turn big moments into real progress — and credits Jackson’s outside pressure and personal friendship with helping shape his own presidency.
Former President Bill Clinton remembers Jesse Jackson as a relentless advocate who kept pushing leaders to turn big moments into real progress — and credits Jackson’s outside pressure and personal friendship with helping shape his own presidency.
'Stand up, and finish his job!': Former President Biden honors Rev. Jese Jackson
Former President Joe Biden spoke during Rev. Jesse Jackson's celebration of life in Chicago on Friday.
Former President Joe Biden spoke during Rev. Jesse Jackson's celebration of life in Chicago on Friday.
Obama: Rev. Jesse Jackson ‘laid the path’ that made my presidency possible
At Rev. Jesse Jackson’s funeral, former President Barack Obama said Jackson’s historic presidential runs and Rainbow Coalition “paved the road” for a young Black senator from Chicago to one day be taken seriously as a candidate — and ultimately win the White House.
At Rev. Jesse Jackson’s funeral, former President Barack Obama said Jackson’s historic presidential runs and Rainbow Coalition “paved the road” for a young Black senator from Chicago to one day be taken seriously as a candidate — and ultimately win the White House.
DOJ releases more Epstein files accusing Trump of sexual assault
The Department of Justice has released a series of FBI interviews with a woman who claims President Donald Trump sexually and physically assaulted her when she was between 13 and 15 years old.
The Department of Justice has released a series of FBI interviews with a woman who claims President Donald Trump sexually and physically assaulted her when she was between 13 and 15 years old.
'It was his instincts': Chicago mayor reflects on Rev. Jesse Jackson's legacy
Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks during celebration of life in Chicago for Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks during celebration of life in Chicago for Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Pritzker: We ‘shared him with the world,’ but Rev. Jesse Jackson was Chicago’s
Speaking at Rev. Jesse Jackson’s funeral at the House of Hope, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker honored the civil rights icon as an “ambassador of hope” who fought for justice, inspired millions with the message “I Am Somebody,” and whose legacy will continue to shape Chicago and the world.
Speaking at Rev. Jesse Jackson’s funeral at the House of Hope, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker honored the civil rights icon as an “ambassador of hope” who fought for justice, inspired millions with the message “I Am Somebody,” and whose legacy will continue to shape Chicago and the world.