Trump's controversial Cabinet choices pose early challenge for lawmakers
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Some of President-elect Donald Trump's more daring and controversial Cabinet picks could put lawmakers to the test before his second administration even begins.

Pritzker vows Illinois will boost sex changes after Trump victory

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker pledged Saturday to keep his state open to transgender treatment after the issue, particularly regarding minors, became a bone of partisan contention during the presidential election.

FBI investigating more offensive text messages

The FBI is working to track down whoever is behind another wave of offensive text messages, this time targeting the Latino and LGBTQ communities.

FBI investigating more offensive text messages
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The FBI is working to track down whoever is behind another wave of offensive text messages, this time targeting the Latino and LGBTQ communities.

President-elect Trump's cabinet picks in for a fight
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President-elect Donald Trump has been putting together his cabinet, but there's been a lot of controversy with some of his picks.

Pro-Palestinian rally marches through downtown Chicago
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A rally and march went through downtown Chicago on Saturday with protesters calling on President Biden to take action on the Israel-Hamas war.

Chicago mayor won't attend fallen officer?s funeral at family?s request
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Mayor Brandon Johnson no longer plans to attend the funeral for fallen Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez at the request of the officer's family.

Trump's cabinet picks and key appointments so far, and those still in the running

With the president-elect adding more cabinet members to his administration, here’s a look at the spots he still needs to fill and who are candidates for those roles.

Chicago mayor won't attend fallen officer’s funeral at family’s request

Mayor Brandon Johnson no longer plans to attend the funeral for fallen Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez at the request of the officer's family. 

Trump's cabinet picks: Who's been nominated so far and what's still open?

President-elect Donald Trump has kept Washington on its toes this week with a rapid-fire of Cabinet nominations, some of whom have raised more than a few eyebrows.

Chicago mayor to attend fallen officer?s funeral despite family?s objections
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Mayor Brandon Johnson is planning to attend the funeral for fallen Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez, despite claims that his family doesn't want him in attendance.

Pete Hegseth was flagged by fellow service member as possible 'Insider Threat,' AP reports

Pete Hegseth, Trump’s Defense nominee, was flagged by a fellow service member as a potential “Insider Threat" over a tattoo linked to far-right groups, AP reports.

Biden meets with leaders of South Korea, Japan over concerns about North Korea
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North Korea's military is a key concern as President Biden sat down with the leaders of South Korea and Japan. The nation's growing alliance with Russia and its decision to send troops to fight in Ukraine could perhaps even tip the balance in the war.

Trump’s cabinet picks spark criticism from Illinois political leaders: 'Totally unqualified'

Some of President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks are being criticized by many of Illinois' senior Democratic leaders, but Republicans are also raising concerns, particularly about the choice for attorney general.

Last actions the Biden administration will take before Trump moves in

The Biden administration is working to finalize actions on key policies before President-elect Donald Trump makes his transition to the White House for a second term in office. Here is what we know.