What's next in Congress on the push to release the Epstein files

If the measure passes the Senate, it would go to Trump, who almost certainly would veto it. He has opposed the discharge petition from the start, even reaching out Wednesday to two Republicans who had signed it.

Chicago alderman says he has ‘no regrets’ after Pritzker clash, eyes congressional bid | ChicagoLIVE
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Following a viral confrontation with Gov. JB Pritzker at a Veterans Day event, Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez tells ChicagoLIVE he stands by his questions about taxing corporations and supporting working families. He also discusses why he’s weighing an independent run for Congress in Illinois’ 4th District.

Congress pushes to make Justice Department release Epstein files despite tough odds
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Congress is pushing forward on a vote that would force the Justice Department to release all of its files related to Jeffrey Epstein. But, the measure still faces an uphill battle.

Trump pushes tariffs as tool to lower food prices ahead of next year's midterms
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President Trump wants to use tariffs to lower the cost of your next meal. The White House is now shifting focus on affordability ahead of next year's midterm elections.

Sneaker fans gear up for Jordan 1 Low OG Chicago drop at Succezz boutique
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With the iconic Jordan 1 Low OG Chicago returning for the first time since 2016, Succezz co-owners Lavell Sykes and Bobby Simmons share why the release matters, how to cop a pair, and what it means to the city.

Chicago leads nation in violent crime drop, city says progress began before feds arrived
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A new Axios report shows Chicago leading the country with a 22% drop in violent crime and a 33% decline in homicides this year—progress city officials say began well before federal agents arrived.

White House reacts to new Jeffrey Epstein emails
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House Democrats on Wednesday released new emails from Jeffrey Epstein that mention President Donald Trump.

Epstein files: discharge petition gains signatures needed to force US House vote

A discharge petition regarding the release of the Epstein files gained its 218th signature on Wednesday, the threshold needed to force a U.S. House vote on the matter.

Gov. JB Pritzker worries that Trump will go to extremes to distract from Epstein files

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker says he’s worried about how President Donald Trump might respond to the growing controversy over documents tying him to Jeffrey Epstein.

Business groups push back on Chicago mayor's budget | The Chicago Report
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You'd be hard pressed to find a member of Chicago's Civic and Business community that isn't calling attention to Mayor Johnson's proposed $16.7 billion budget that calls for big new tax hikes.

House Democrats release new Epstein emails referencing Trump
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GOP lawmakers released 23,000 documents from Epstein's estate. Democrats already released emails that mentioned President Donald Trump.

Chicago alderman confronts Gov. Pritzker over head tax; Gen. Stanley McChrystal on Veterans Day | The Chicago Report
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Tensions rise on "The Chicago Report" as a Chicago alderman goes face-to-face with Governor J.B. Pritzker over the controversial employee head tax — hear exactly what he said. We also meet Republican Don Tracy, who’s running to replace Sen. Dick Durbin, and reflect on Veterans Day with retired Four-Star General Stanley McChrystal, sharing insights on leadership, service, and the role of U.S. forces at home.

House Dems release Epstein emails mentioning Trump
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Newly released emails from Jeffrey Epstein reveal exchanges about Donald Trump, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Mar-a-Lago, as Maxwell seeks a commuted sentence and Trump denies any wrongdoing.

Epstein emails say Trump 'spent hours' with one of Epstein's victims

Emails between Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell called Trump a “dog that hasn’t barked” and said “of course” he knew about the underage girls Epstein was trafficking.

Broadview attorney sues village over protest restrictions outside ICE facility
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A Broadview lawyer and community activist is taking legal action against the village, challenging rules that limit when people can protest outside the west suburban ICE facility.

Govt shutdown could end today as House prepares high-stakes vote
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The U.S. House is set to vote on a bill that could reopen the federal government, but tensions are high in Washington as both parties brace for political drama.