Biden is rushing aid to Ukraine as everyone braces for Trump

President Joe Biden is providing billions of dollars to boost Ukraine’s military forces before he leaves office in several weeks.

Johnson's office faces controversy after reports reveal that top political advisor voted in Texas

Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office is facing new controversy after reports revealed that his top political advisor, Jason Lee, may have violated local residency laws by voting in Texas in the 2024 election.

Did Mayor Johnson's political advisor commit voter fraud? Investigation underway
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Mayor Brandon Johnson?s office is facing new controversy after reports revealed that his top political advisor, Jason Lee, may have violated local residency laws by voting in Texas in the 2024 election.

Trump vows to end birthright citizenship: Here's why that won't be easy

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to end birthright citizenship on Day 1 of his second term, but the constitution makes that nearly impossible, scholars say.

Tiffany Henyard claims voter suppression after losing Democratic backing in township race

Just days after losing the backing of Thornton Township Democrats, embattled supervisor Tiffany Henyard criticized the process that led to her replacement and vowed to continue fighting to keep her job.

Tiffany Henyard vows to fight Thornton Township Caucus that ousted her as candidate
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Just days after losing the backing of Thornton Township Democrats, embattled supervisor Tiffany Henyard criticized the process that led to her replacement and vowed to continue fighting to keep her job.

United Airlines takes kids on magical flight to the North Pole

It was a day full of magic and holiday cheer as United Airlines gave more than 65 kids and their families a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the “North Pole" on Saturday.

What are the most mispronounced words of 2024?
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The language learning company Babble released its list of the most mispronounced words of 2024.

GOP lawmakers are 'over the moon' about DOGE
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There is a mix of excitement and skepticism over his new Department of Government Efficiency, aimed at cutting government waste.

Tiffany Henyard plans ballot rally on Saturday
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Thornton Township Supervisor and Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard is planning a rally on Saturday in her fight to hang on to her job.

Thornton Township committeeman issues statement after chaotic Democratic caucus
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Thornton Township Democratic Committeeman and Illinois State Senator Napoleon Harris III issued a statement Friday thanking residents for their participation in Tuesday's Democratic caucus.

Trump in the spotlight, Biden in the hotseat
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President-elect Donald Trump made his first public appearance in weeks on Thursday night. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is considering issuing broad pre-emptive pardons to people.

Biden is considering preemptive pardons for allies before he leaves office

The president is mulling the pardons amid concerns from the White House that President-elect Donald Trump’s administration could target Joe Biden’s allies in investigations.

Are more Biden pardons on the way?
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President Joe Biden may be considering a whole slew of pardons for a number of public officials and allies. It would be a preemptive move to shield them from possible prosecutions as the second Trump administration continues to take shape.

Rev. Jackson asks Biden to pardon his son, Jesse Jackson Jr.

In a heartfelt appeal, Rev. Jackson highlighted the importance of second chances, a value he says President Biden has demonstrated through his recent pardon of his own son, Hunter Biden.

Rev. Jackson asks Biden to pardon his son, Jesse Jackson Jr.
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In a heartfelt appeal, Rev. Jackson highlighted the importance of second chances, a value he says President Biden has demonstrated through his recent pardon of his own son, Hunter Biden.

House hearing on Trump rally shooting turns into shouting match
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A congressional hearing on the Secret Service's failure to stop the attempted assassination of President-elect Trump turned into a shouting match. Connor Hansen has the story.

Illinois Labor Department files bankruptcy claims against Foxtrot, Dom’s Kitchen to recover unpaid wages

The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is working to recover more than $3.8 million in unpaid wages and benefits for over 350 employees left jobless after their employers abruptly shut down earlier this year.