Madigan trial: Former Chicago alderman testifies about political favors
Former Chicago Ald. Danny Solis testified in court Monday that he wanted to curry political favor with Speaker of the House Mike Madigan so that he would win re-election as an alderman.
Former Chicago Ald. Danny Solis testified in court Monday that he wanted to curry political favor with Speaker of the House Mike Madigan so that he would win re-election as an alderman.
Poll: 4 in 5 Chicagoans oppose property tax hike
A poll commissioned by a group of alderpeople suggests that 78% of respondents would likely vote against their council member if they supported a $150 million property tax hike before making budget cuts.
A poll commissioned by a group of alderpeople suggests that 78% of respondents would likely vote against their council member if they supported a $150 million property tax hike before making budget cuts.
Trump cleared: Jack Smith drops election case, DOJ ends classified docs probe
Special Prosecutor Jack Smith has filed to dismiss all felony charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the federal election interference case.
Special Prosecutor Jack Smith has filed to dismiss all felony charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the federal election interference case.
Madigan trial: Tapes reveal alleged bribery in Chinatown development deal
Former Chicago Ald. Danny Solis testified in court Monday that he wanted to curry political favor with Speaker of the House Mike Madigan so that he would win re-election as an alderman.
Former Chicago Ald. Danny Solis testified in court Monday that he wanted to curry political favor with Speaker of the House Mike Madigan so that he would win re-election as an alderman.
Trump's Cabinet secretary picks complete: See who’s nominated
President-elect Donald Trump has selected television personalities, former Democrats, a wrestling executive and traditional elected Republicans to fill the 15 key secretary roles. Here’s the full list.
President-elect Donald Trump has selected television personalities, former Democrats, a wrestling executive and traditional elected Republicans to fill the 15 key secretary roles. Here’s the full list.
Former Ald. Danny Solis takes the stand in Madigan corruption trial
Former Ald. Danny Solis, A key witness in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan, will return to the stand Monday.
Former Ald. Danny Solis, A key witness in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan, will return to the stand Monday.
Republican lawmakers confident in Trump's cabinet picks so far
Republican lawmakers are expressing their confidence in President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks.
Republican lawmakers are expressing their confidence in President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks.
Here's who Trump has picked for his administration
President-elect Donald Trump announced several more appointments to his administration this week after a setback with his first choice for attorney general.
President-elect Donald Trump announced several more appointments to his administration this week after a setback with his first choice for attorney general.
Walmart warns of higher prices if Trump implements proposed tariffs
Potential tariffs could cost American consumers between $46B and $78B in annual spending power, the National Retail Federation says.
Potential tariffs could cost American consumers between $46B and $78B in annual spending power, the National Retail Federation says.
Trump's hush money sentencing postponed indefinitely
President-elect Donald Trump's New York criminal case is getting one step closer to being over.
President-elect Donald Trump's New York criminal case is getting one step closer to being over.
CPS warns $10B contract proposal from CTU could deepen deficit
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) officials said Thursday that the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is demanding a contract that would cost the district $10 billion over the next four years.
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) officials said Thursday that the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is demanding a contract that would cost the district $10 billion over the next four years.
Trump's hush money sentencing postponed indefinitely
President-elect Donald Trump’s sentencing for his hush money trial conviction has been postponed indefinitely, according to court records.
President-elect Donald Trump’s sentencing for his hush money trial conviction has been postponed indefinitely, according to court records.
5 things to know about Pam Bondi
Pam Bondi, President-elect Donald Trump's second choice for attorney general, has had a few political issues of her own.
Pam Bondi, President-elect Donald Trump's second choice for attorney general, has had a few political issues of her own.
Trump announces new AG pick after Gaetz withdrawal
President-elect Donald Trump has a new choice for Attorney General after Matt Gaetz withdrew his name from contention.
President-elect Donald Trump has a new choice for Attorney General after Matt Gaetz withdrew his name from contention.
Reaction pours in after IL Supreme Court reverses Jussie Smollett conviction
The conviction of Jussie Smollett was reversed by the Illinois Supreme Court on Thursday.
The conviction of Jussie Smollett was reversed by the Illinois Supreme Court on Thursday.
Paris on Politics: Trump show returns for second season
The Trump show returns for a second season. What can we expect during his presidency this time around?
The Trump show returns for a second season. What can we expect during his presidency this time around?
Trump to nominate Pam Bondi for attorney general
President-elect Donald Trump's nomination for attorney general comes after Matt Gaetz was withdrawn from consideration following a meeting with senators on Wednesday.
President-elect Donald Trump's nomination for attorney general comes after Matt Gaetz was withdrawn from consideration following a meeting with senators on Wednesday.
Trump’s Cabinet, White House staff picks: Who’s been nominated so far
President-elect Donald Trump is filling key posts in his second administration, putting an emphasis so far on people who were his strongest backers during the 2024 campaign.
President-elect Donald Trump is filling key posts in his second administration, putting an emphasis so far on people who were his strongest backers during the 2024 campaign.
Former alderman Solis testifies in Madigan trial
The trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is ongoing, with a former alderman testifying on Thursday.
The trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is ongoing, with a former alderman testifying on Thursday.
'I didn't see that coming': Politicians react to Matt Gaetz withdrawing from AG nomination
Matt Gaetz on Thursday pulled himself from the running for Trump's Attorney General.
Matt Gaetz on Thursday pulled himself from the running for Trump's Attorney General.