Judge denies Trump's request to dismiss classified documents case

Former President Donald Trump’s felony classified documents charges won’t be dismissed on constitutional grounds, a federal judge ruled Thursday afternoon.

Tiffany Henyard hit with 3 wrongful termination lawsuits
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Lawsuits against Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard were filed Wednesday in federal court by former village and Thornton Township employees.

Putin: Russia ready to use nukes
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Russian President Vladimir Putin renewed his warning on Wednesday that he's prepared to use nuclear weapons if Russia's sovereignty or independence is threatened.

CTA Red Line extension gets $350M in Biden’s proposed budget

President Joe Biden’s proposed budget for next year includes $350 million for the planned Red Line Extension, which could send L trains as far south as 130th Street.

Biden, Trump rematch: Voters concerned about U.S. economy
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This week, Biden released his $7.3 trillion budget proposal for 2025, putting the economy at the front of his campaign. Kailey Schuyler has the story.

Illinois Supreme Court upholds 'Bring Chicago Home' real estate tax proposal on primary ballot

The Illinois Supreme Court has ruled that Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed real estate transfer tax, known as “Bring Chicago Home," will remain on the primary ballot, and votes on the issue will be counted.

'Bring Chicago Home' to remain on primary ballot
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The Illinois Supreme Court has ruled that Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed real estate transfer tax, known as ?Bring Chicago Home," will remain on the primary ballot, and votes on the issue will be counted.

New Illinois health insurance proposal would ban 'junk insurance' and 'step therapy'

The Healthcare Protection Act (HPA) seeks to prohibit step therapy, eliminate prior authorization for crisis mental health care, enhance network adequacy and curb unchecked rate hikes for large group insurance companies.

Biden, Trump both become parties’ presumptive nominees

President Joe Biden and his predecessor Donald Trump have now unofficially clinched their respective party’s nomination after securing enough delegates Tuesday night.

Groups challenge 'Bring Chicago Home' referendum in Illinois Supreme Court
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The battle over the ?Bring Chicago Home" referendum question is not over just yet, as real estate groups take the fight to the state Supreme Court, labeling the question as misleading and manipulative.

Former Chicago mayor backs effort to seal women's reproductive health info in court records

A new initiative unveiled Tuesday aims to safeguard the privacy of women whose reproductive health details are disclosed in court records, a concern echoed by advocates seeking reform.

Biden courts Teamsters union vote in Washington meeting
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President Joe Biden made his case for the union vote at a meeting Tuesday with members of the Teamsters, one of the largest unions in the nation.

Robert Hur testifies before Congress on Biden classified documents probe

Special Counsel Robert Hur appeared before the House Judiciary Committee to take hours of questions from Republicans and Democrats on his 345-page report.

Former special counsel Robert Hur testifies on Biden's handling of classified documents
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Former special counsel Robert Hur spent the day on Capitol Hill testifying in front of Congress. He was hammered with questions about his investigation into President Joe Biden's handling of classified documents. Investigators found dozens of documents in the president's personal offices and garage. In his report, Hur concluded the evidence was not sufficient enough for charges but also cited concerns over Biden's memory as contributing to his decision.