Trump halts Iran strikes, citing potential deal to end war
President Donald Trump says he will halt new strikes against Iran for now, citing a reported deal in the works to end the five-month war.
President Donald Trump says he will halt new strikes against Iran for now, citing a reported deal in the works to end the five-month war.
Trump says he'll restore Anti-Weaponization Fund if GOP holdouts reject Blanche
President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to revive the "Anti-Weaponization Fund" if two Republican senators refuse to support his attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche.
President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to revive the "Anti-Weaponization Fund" if two Republican senators refuse to support his attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche.
Trump may pull Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general, he says
President Trump may pull acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination for the permanent post over opposition to Trump’s demands that he and his family members be immune from tax audits.
President Trump may pull acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination for the permanent post over opposition to Trump’s demands that he and his family members be immune from tax audits.
Rep. Benton report released, Pritzker talks state funding for CPS | The Chicago Report
The legislative inspector general report on former Rep. Harry Benton has been released. And, Gov. Pritzker weighs in on the likelihood of state funding for Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
The legislative inspector general report on former Rep. Harry Benton has been released. And, Gov. Pritzker weighs in on the likelihood of state funding for Chicago Public Schools. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Prosecutors request dismissal of Reflecting Pool vandalism charges against Olympian due to installation flaws
Federal prosecutors are requesting the dismissal of an indictment charging a former Olympian with vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Federal prosecutors are requesting the dismissal of an indictment charging a former Olympian with vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Pritzker signs bill recognizing gambling addiction as disorder under legal framework
Governor JB Pritzker signed a bill that recognizes gambling addiction under the same legal framework as alcohol and drug use disorders in the state. That makes way for more programs and support resources to help people currently struggling turn their lives around.
Governor JB Pritzker signed a bill that recognizes gambling addiction under the same legal framework as alcohol and drug use disorders in the state. That makes way for more programs and support resources to help people currently struggling turn their lives around.
Pritzker signs online safety bill for Illinois children
Gov. JB Pritzker signs legislation expanding online protections for children, including age verification and limits on certain social media features.
Gov. JB Pritzker signs legislation expanding online protections for children, including age verification and limits on certain social media features.
Can Michael Madigan's corruption case reach the US Supreme Court?
Political science professor Stephen Caliendo discusses former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's bid to have the U.S. Supreme Court hear his corruption case and explains what factors could influence whether the justices take it up.
Political science professor Stephen Caliendo discusses former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's bid to have the U.S. Supreme Court hear his corruption case and explains what factors could influence whether the justices take it up.
Sen. Durbin spotlights alleged abuses in ICE detention facilities
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) hosted a forum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday examining conditions inside ICE detention facilities during the Trump administration.
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) hosted a forum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday examining conditions inside ICE detention facilities during the Trump administration.
Trump talks Dulles airport remodel, AI and Iran | FULL
On Wednesday, President Donald Trump joined Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy to announce a preferred plan to remake Dulles International Airport in Washington, D.C., while also touching on issues such as the latest on the conflict with Iran and the potential for controls on AI development.
On Wednesday, President Donald Trump joined Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy to announce a preferred plan to remake Dulles International Airport in Washington, D.C., while also touching on issues such as the latest on the conflict with Iran and the potential for controls on AI development.
Trump says admin looking at AI controls
Speaking on Wednesday, President Trump said that his administration will “look at controls” for the use and development of AI, while doubling down on the notion that it’s a “race” to the tech and the U.S. will win when it comes to development.
Speaking on Wednesday, President Trump said that his administration will “look at controls” for the use and development of AI, while doubling down on the notion that it’s a “race” to the tech and the U.S. will win when it comes to development.
Sen. Durbin spotlights alleged abuses in ICE detention facilities
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) hosted a forum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday examining conditions inside ICE detention facilities during the Trump administration.
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) hosted a forum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday examining conditions inside ICE detention facilities during the Trump administration.
Chicago mayor signs executive order tightening city gun purchasing rules
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed a new executive order aimed at tightening the city's gun purchasing rules. The order requires all city departments, including the Chicago Police Department, to do business only with gun suppliers with strong business practices.
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed a new executive order aimed at tightening the city's gun purchasing rules. The order requires all city departments, including the Chicago Police Department, to do business only with gun suppliers with strong business practices.
CPS removes furlough days, seeks more TIF funding ahead of budget vote
Chicago Public Schools has dropped its proposal for five furlough days and is seeking additional funding from TIF districts ahead of Thursday's budget vote.
Chicago Public Schools has dropped its proposal for five furlough days and is seeking additional funding from TIF districts ahead of Thursday's budget vote.
Mayor Johnson signs executive order tightening Chicago's gun purchasing standards
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order requiring stricter standards for firearm vendors that sell guns, ammunition and accessories to the city.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order requiring stricter standards for firearm vendors that sell guns, ammunition and accessories to the city.
Chicago mayoral race heats up as candidates begin collecting signatures
The race for Chicago mayor is getting crowded as Mayor Brandon Johnson has still not officially declared his reelection run. Axios Chicago reporter Monica Eng breaks down the growing field of mayoral candidates, the petition process, key issues facing Chicago voters, and what to expect ahead of the 2027 election.
The race for Chicago mayor is getting crowded as Mayor Brandon Johnson has still not officially declared his reelection run. Axios Chicago reporter Monica Eng breaks down the growing field of mayoral candidates, the petition process, key issues facing Chicago voters, and what to expect ahead of the 2027 election.
Lindsey Graham eulogized as an 'American original' in DC services
Sen. Lindsey Graham, the son of pool hall owners who rose to become one of his generation’s most influential U.S. politicians, was remembered Tuesday in Washington as "a true American original."
Sen. Lindsey Graham, the son of pool hall owners who rose to become one of his generation’s most influential U.S. politicians, was remembered Tuesday in Washington as "a true American original."
Chicago mayor to tighten city gun purchasing rules with executive order
Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to require stricter standards for firearm vendors doing business with the City of Chicago. Here's what his new executive order would do.
Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to require stricter standards for firearm vendors doing business with the City of Chicago. Here's what his new executive order would do.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson tightens city gun purchasing rules with executive order
Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to require stricter standards for firearm vendors doing business with the City of Chicago. Here's what his new executive order would do.
Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to require stricter standards for firearm vendors doing business with the City of Chicago. Here's what his new executive order would do.
Mayfair Academy of Fine Arts to honor Michelle Obama at Obama Presidential Center | ChicagoLIVE
As a Mayfair Academy of Fine Arts alumna, Michelle Obama will be honored by the school at the Obama Presidential Center this weekend. Director Peggy Sutton joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the significance of the occasion.
As a Mayfair Academy of Fine Arts alumna, Michelle Obama will be honored by the school at the Obama Presidential Center this weekend. Director Peggy Sutton joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the significance of the occasion.