Illinois lawmakers approve statewide classroom cell phone ban
Illinois lawmakers passed a bill that would ban cell phone use in the classroom.
Illinois lawmakers passed a bill that would ban cell phone use in the classroom.
Trump slams Freedom 250 concert dropouts, compares himself to Elvis
With the vast majority of the announced acts having dropped out of this summer’s “The Great American State Fair" at the National Mall, President Donald Trump posted Saturday that he does not want them performing. The president suggested someone else take the stage, someone he says “gets much larger audiences than Elvis in his prime".
With the vast majority of the announced acts having dropped out of this summer’s “The Great American State Fair" at the National Mall, President Donald Trump posted Saturday that he does not want them performing. The president suggested someone else take the stage, someone he says “gets much larger audiences than Elvis in his prime".
Pam Bondi refused to say whether Trump influenced release of Epstein files
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi, who was fired by President Trump in part over her handling of the Epstein files, spent four hours being questioned by lawmakers behind closed doors.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi, who was fired by President Trump in part over her handling of the Epstein files, spent four hours being questioned by lawmakers behind closed doors.
Are 'Trump accounts' a good money idea for your kids? | ChicagoLIVE
You might have heard of so-called "Trump accounts" which are investment accounts for children. Are they a good idea for your kids? We asked an expert.
You might have heard of so-called "Trump accounts" which are investment accounts for children. Are they a good idea for your kids? We asked an expert.
In a city with an iconic skyline, the Obama presidential museum aims to reshape Chicago architecture
Crews are putting the finishing touches on the Obama Presidential Center ahead of the official public opening on Juneteenth.
Crews are putting the finishing touches on the Obama Presidential Center ahead of the official public opening on Juneteenth.
Trump in ‘excellent health' after annual physical, White House doctor says
President Donald Trump has been declared in “excellent health" and “fully fit" to serve as commander in chief following a comprehensive medical exam.
President Donald Trump has been declared in “excellent health" and “fully fit" to serve as commander in chief following a comprehensive medical exam.
Debate grows over Pritzker’s proposed BUILD housing plan
Illinois lawmakers are debating Gov. JB Pritzker’s BUILD housing plan, with supporters saying it would ease the state's housing shortage and critics warning it could reduce local zoning control and accelerate gentrification.
Illinois lawmakers are debating Gov. JB Pritzker’s BUILD housing plan, with supporters saying it would ease the state's housing shortage and critics warning it could reduce local zoning control and accelerate gentrification.
Iran War negotiations heat up
Here’s the latest on the War in Iran. President Trump brought his national security team into the situation room to talk about a possible deal.
Here’s the latest on the War in Iran. President Trump brought his national security team into the situation room to talk about a possible deal.
Judge blocks renaming of Kennedy Center after Trump
A federal judge has blocked the two-year closure of the Kennedy Center, and an effort to rename the facility to include President Donald Trump's name.
A federal judge has blocked the two-year closure of the Kennedy Center, and an effort to rename the facility to include President Donald Trump's name.
Chicago mayor sees Pope Leo XIV as key ally on social justice, migration after Vatican meeting
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson cast Pope Leo XIV as a powerful global ally on social justice, migration and reparations after meeting the Chicago-born pontiff at the Vatican, saying their shared roots and priorities could help amplify efforts to protect vulnerable communities.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson cast Pope Leo XIV as a powerful global ally on social justice, migration and reparations after meeting the Chicago-born pontiff at the Vatican, saying their shared roots and priorities could help amplify efforts to protect vulnerable communities.
Payouts from Trump's 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund temporarily blocked
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's administration from paying any claims through a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for the Republican president's allies who believe they were victims of a weaponized government.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's administration from paying any claims through a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for the Republican president's allies who believe they were victims of a weaponized government.
Johnson invites Pope Leo to Chicago, gifts him local gear and more | See the full list
From White Sox apparel to local honey, Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a distinctly Chicago collection of gifts to Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Thursday.
From White Sox apparel to local honey, Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a distinctly Chicago collection of gifts to Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Thursday.
Iran nuclear talks could resume as Trump weighs ceasefire extension
A tentative deal could restart negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program and extend the ceasefire for 60 days, even as missile launches and drone interceptions keep tensions high across the region.
A tentative deal could restart negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program and extend the ceasefire for 60 days, even as missile launches and drone interceptions keep tensions high across the region.
CEO pay grew nearly 6% in 2025, fueled by huge compensation deals
Corporate executive pay continued its upward movement last year, driven by a bump in total compensation. Organizations leveraged high stock performance and one-time financial incentives to maintain executive talent, pushing CEO payments to millions of dollars.
Corporate executive pay continued its upward movement last year, driven by a bump in total compensation. Organizations leveraged high stock performance and one-time financial incentives to maintain executive talent, pushing CEO payments to millions of dollars.
Trump's team is pushing for a $250 bill with his face on it, report says
Officials inside the Trump administration are reportedly exploring a new $250 bill bearing his image. Here's what to know.
Officials inside the Trump administration are reportedly exploring a new $250 bill bearing his image. Here's what to know.
Mayor Brandon Johnson to present Pope Leo with Chicago-themed goodie bag | ChicagoNOW x Block Club
Mayor Brandon Johnson traveled to Rome for a meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican.
Mayor Brandon Johnson traveled to Rome for a meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican.
Mayor Brandon Johnson to meet Pope Leo XIV in historic Vatican visit
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson travels to the Vatican for a first-of-its-kind meeting with Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson travels to the Vatican for a first-of-its-kind meeting with Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV.
Obama fans get sneak peek of Obama Presidential Center
Three Chicago centenarians got the star treatment at the Obama Presidential Center. They were chauffeured to a private tour, and yes - all three are 100 or older. Joanie Lum went along for the ride.
Three Chicago centenarians got the star treatment at the Obama Presidential Center. They were chauffeured to a private tour, and yes - all three are 100 or older. Joanie Lum went along for the ride.
Alderman pushing to penalize parents in teen takeovers | The Chicago Report
We're bringing in local activist Ja'Mal Green, to react to the Brandon Johnson's narrative about Memorial Day weekend. Mainstream news outlets reported zero homicides by gunfire over the holiday, but you publicly claim there were actually two.
We're bringing in local activist Ja'Mal Green, to react to the Brandon Johnson's narrative about Memorial Day weekend. Mainstream news outlets reported zero homicides by gunfire over the holiday, but you publicly claim there were actually two.
Chicago centenarians get early tour of Obama Presidential Center
Three Chicago women over 100 years old were treated to a limousine ride and private tour of the Obama Presidential Center ahead of its public opening.
Three Chicago women over 100 years old were treated to a limousine ride and private tour of the Obama Presidential Center ahead of its public opening.