Trump fast-tracks review of psychedelic drugs to treat depression, PTSD

President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.

Kamala Harris hints at presidential run: How she polls versus JD Vance, Tucker Carlson

While former Vice President Kamala Harris has not officially launched a 2028 presidential campaign, her name is already circulating in the political space. Here’s where some polls say she stands among other potential contenders.

Bomb threat reported at home of Pope Leo's brother in Chicago suburb
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Police in suburban Chicago are investigating an unfounded bomb threat directed at the home of Pope Leo's brother. It comes following a recent public exchange between the pope and President Trump.

Justice Jackson criticizes conservative justices’ pro-Trump court rulings

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson expressed deep concerns over the high court’s expedited rulings in emergency cases that she argues can be managed by the lower courts.

Bomb threat reported at home of Pope Leo's brother in Chicago suburb, police investigating

Police in suburban Chicago are investigating an unfounded bomb threat directed at the home of Pope Leo's brother. It comes following a recent public exchange between the pope and President Trump.

Pope Leo-Trump tensions escalate as House speaker defends president
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House Speaker Mike Johnson defends criticism from President Trump and Vice President JD Vance toward Pope Leo, as the pontiff calls for peace and warns against using religion for political and military gain amid a deepening rift.

Chicago mayor wins tipped minimum wage fight
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Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.

Chicago City Council fails to override mayor's veto on tipped wage ordinance
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Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.

Chicago alders fail to override mayor's veto on tipped wage ordinance

Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.

Trump, Pope Leo XIV clash draws reaction from religious leaders | ChicagoNOW
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Tensions escalate between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV after the president criticized the Chicago-born pope’s stance on global conflict and shared a controversial AI image of himself as a religious figure. 

Contempt proceedings against Trump administration must stop, judge rules

A divided U.S. appeals court panel has ruled that an “intrusive” criminal contempt investigation into the Trump administration over deportation flights to El Salvador must stop. 

Erika Kirk misses Georgia Turning Point USA event over safety concerns

Vice President JD Vance revealed that Erika Kirk, the widow of slain activist Charlie Kirk, opted out of the Athens Turning Point USA event on Tuesday due to safety concerns.

Trump vs. Pope Leo, teen trends and millionaire tax | The Chicago Report
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President Trump is sparring with Pope Leo over the Iran War, one Chicago alderman spoke with Meta about teen trends and more, coming up on "The Chicago Report." 

What the 'Big Beautiful Bill' means for medicaid in Illinois
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Cook County health officials are warning that hundreds of thousands of residents are in danger of losing their health coverage under new medicaid rules. Paris Schutz reports.

Trump and Pope Leo clash over Iran War, policy and criticism
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A growing feud between President Trump and Pope Leo is escalating, with both trading sharp criticism over war, immigration, and global policy.