?Ran my name through the mud?: Tiffany Henyard sits down for exclusive interview
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Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard, who also serves as Thornton Township supervisor, is gearing up for a critical Democratic caucus amid controversy surrounding her leadership.

Johnson talks business growth, migrant crisis and city budget in City Club address

Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed the City Club of Chicago on Wednesday for the first time as mayor, having previously spoken at the club twice as a mayoral candidate.

Johnson talks Bears' stadium, migrant crisis
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Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed the City Club of Chicago on Wednesday for the first time as mayor, having previously spoken at the club twice as a mayoral candidate.

Chicago Mayor pitches $60 million property tax hike, lower than previous proposals
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is proposing a $60 million property tax increase, much lower than his initial plan for a $300 million increase, which was unanimously rejected by the City Council.

What to expect with Eileen O?Neill Burke as the Cook County State's Attorney
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The Cook County State's Attorney's Office is officially under new management, and Eileen O'Neill Burke has signaled a departure from her predecessor, Kim Foxx.

Illinois officials call for stricter vaping laws targeting teens

A coalition of politicians, doctors, and law enforcement officials are calling for tougher laws to crack down on teenage vaping.

Illinois officials call for stricter vaping laws targeting teens
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A coalition of politicians, doctors, and law enforcement officials are calling for tougher laws to crack down on teenage vaping.

Chicago faces financial uncertainty amid budget standoff

Council members are considering smaller revenue measures, such as raising taxes on alcohol, cloud computing, and garbage fees, to help close the gap.

Chicago at risk of credit downgrade amid budget standoff
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Following a Thanksgiving break, Chicago City Council members are back to tackle a major budget challenge, proposing to sell $806 million in municipal bonds to address a nearly $1 billion shortfall.

Trump warns of "ALL HELL TO PAY" if Israeli hostages are not released

President-elect Donald Trump has called for the immediate release of Israeli hostages in Gaza, warning of unprecedented consequences if they remain captive by his inauguration.

Eileen O’Neill Burke sworn in as new Cook County State’s Attorney

The Cook County State's Attorney's Office is officially under new management, and Eileen O'Neill Burke has signaled a departure from her predecessor, Kim Foxx.

Biden pardons his son Hunter: Here's what to know

President Joe Biden pardoned his son, Hunter, who was set to be sentenced this month for gun and tax convictions. Here's what to know.

President Biden reverses course, pardons son Hunter Biden before sentencing
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In an about-face, President Joe Biden has pardoned his son. That's after repeatedly saying he trusted the process that found his son, Hunter, guilty on federal tax and gun charges.

President-elect Donald Trump announces more cabinet picks
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President-elect Donald Trump continues to quickly assemble his cabinet and staff picks for his second term in office.

President Biden pardons son Hunter Biden

President Joe Biden released a statement Sunday night saying he’s signed a pardon for his son Hunter Biden.

President Biden pardons son Hunter Biden
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President Joe Biden announced Sunday night that he is pardoning his son, Hunter Biden.

Trump's potential recess appointments could land at Supreme Court

President-elect Donald Trump has said he may use temporary recess appointments to bypass the Senate confirmation process for his more controversial Cabinet picks.