Prosecutors oppose tossing Trump?s hush money conviction but are open to sentencing delay
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New York prosecutors want the judge in President-elect Donald Trump's criminal case to freeze the sentencing for four years. But they say they're not on board with dismissing the conviction altogether.

Johnson cuts property tax hike in half with latest budget proposal

Mayor Brandon Johnson laid out his latest 2025 budget proposal for Chicago on Tuesday, which includes a $150 million property tax hike.

Trump Stimulus Checks: Will they be issued, and could you receive one?

Viral social media stories and posts that claim taxpayers in some states will receive a $2,000 (or more) government stimulus check as the holiday season begins are again making the rounds online. 

Brandon Johnson cuts property tax hike in half with latest budget proposal
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Mayor Brandon Johnson laid out a new proposal for the City of Chicago's 2025 budget on Tuesday, this time with a $300 million property tax hike.

FEMA head vows to request investigation into order to avoid Trump supporters' homes
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FEMA Director Deanne Criswell vowed to request an inspector general investigation into orders that FEMA employees avoid homes of Trump supporters during relief efforts for Hurricane Milton.

Trump hush money update: Prosecutors oppose dismissal; sentencing still pending

New York prosecutors filed paperwork Tuesday saying they will oppose dismissing President-elect Donald Trump’s hush money conviction, but may be open to delaying his sentencing.

Thornton Township trustees to boycott Tuesday meeting
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Two trustees said the meeting?s agenda was not properly vetted and included items that could lead to unnecessary conflict.

Mayor Brandon Johnson questioned on city budget proposal
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson handled questions about his city budget proposal during a press briefing Tuesday morning at City Hall.

Thornton Township trustees boycott meeting with Tiffany Henyard, citing transparency concerns

Thornton Township’s board meeting on Tuesday ended prematurely when two trustees boycotted the session, halting all decision-making, including the appointment of a new trustee.

Trump's Treasury secretary pick: Who are the contenders?

President-elect Trump is reviewing candidates for the Treasury secretary role, with the list of contenders getting broader after Elon Musk offered an endorsement and shook up the race.

Mayor Johnson to take questions amid ongoing budget negotiations
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Last week, the Chicago City Council voted down Mayor Johnson's proposed $300 million property tax increase. As negotiations continue, Johnson will host a press briefing at City Hall on Tuesday.

Illinois officials brace for fight as Trump vows to use military for deportation plan
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President-elect Donald Trump said he intends to deploy military personnel to enact his mass deportation plan—something that legal scholars and several Illinois officials say he can't legally do.

Trump's plan to use military in deportations is a 'terrible idea,' legal expert says

President-elect Donald Trump said he intends to deploy military personnel to enact his mass deportation plan—something that legal scholars and several Illinois officials say he can't legally do.

Trump's cabinet: Who he's picked so far and which positions remain open

President-elect Donald Trump continued his cabinet announcements this weekend with the naming of oil executive Chris Wright as energy secretary.