Trump hush-money trial jurors wrap short first day of deliberations with questions

Jurors began deliberations Wednesday after receiving instructions about the law governing the hush money case and what they can consider as they evaluate the former president's guilt and innocence.

Biden extends time frame to get credit toward student loan forgiveness

Interest rates are up and student loan forgiveness isn't really finalized yet, making for turbulent loan market as we enter into presidential policies.

Trump weighs White House advisory role for Elon Musk: report

Former President Trump is considering offering billionaire Elon Musk an advisory role in the White House if Trump reclaims the presidency in this fall's election, according to a report.

White House says strike on Rafah camp did not cross red line
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The White House is standing by its closest ally in the Middle East, Israel, despite heavy criticism over the country's ongoing offensive in Gaza's southern most city, Rafah. Caroline Shively has the story.

'Extraordinary men and women': Chicago police officers honored for heroic actions
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Dozens of officers on Wednesday were honored for their actions, many of whom ran toward gunfire to rescue victims, while others gave lifesaving care to people targeted by gun violence.

What happens if Trump is convicted? Legal experts break it down

Donald Trump is entitled to Secret Service protection even if he is sent to prison. It is unclear how the Secret Service would coordinate with the court and correction officers to protect Trump if he is incarcerated.

Illinois budget awaits governor's signature
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Gov. J.B. Pritzker was praising lawmakers for passing the $53 million budget Wednesday morning. The state house passed it by a 62 to 46 vote after the senate approved it.

Trump-Biden campaigns battle outside NY courthouse
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Closing arguments have wrapped in the Donald Trump hush money trial. The jury will get its instructions on Wednesday. But there's a new battle brewing outside the courthouse, and it's more about votes than a verdict.

Trump trial live updates: Closing arguments conclude in hush money case

Donald Trump's historic hush money trial entered its final leg on Tuesday with closing arguments. Here's what must be proved for a conviction and other things to know.

What happens if Trump is sentenced to prison? Expert weighs in
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Closing arguments in Donald Trump's hush money trial were underway on Tuesday. The question now, is, will the former president be found guilty?

Mayor Johnson unveils next phase of O'Hare Airport expansion project

Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled the design of Satellite Concourse 1, the first major component of the ongoing expansion and modernization project at O'Hare International Airport. 

Video: Robert De Niro press conference at Trump trial

Robert De Niro had sharp criticism for Trump outside the courthouse, and spoke of knowing him in New York society over the decades before he got into politics.

Illinois Senate passes $53 billion state budget

This year's state budget allocates $400 million more than last year's, with $187 million earmarked to help Chicago and Cook County with sheltering and caring for migrants.

Illinois lawmakers advance $53 billion state budget
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This year's state budget allocates $400 million more than last year's, with $187 million earmarked to help Chicago and Cook County with sheltering and caring for migrants.

Johnson honors fallen soldiers at Memorial Day ceremony

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson paid tribute to fallen soldiers on Monday during a Memorial Day ceremony in Grant Park.

Biden honors Memorial Day with wreath-laying at Arlington National Cemetery
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President Biden delivered remarks at a wreath-laying ceremony on Memorial Day to honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.