Pritzker meets Pope Leo XIV during visit to Vatican
Gov. JB Pritzker shared photos on Wednesday of meeting Pope Leo XIV, saying he felt honor and reverence for the new pontiff.
Tariff dividend: Trump says when he thinks checks could be issued
President Trump doubled down on the idea of a tariff dividend check for Americans. Here’s the latest of what he’s saying.
Cook County man found guilty of battery for throwing drink at Kim Foxx, records show
A man was found guilty of aggravated battery for throwing a drink at former Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx last year.
Michigan man who shares same initials as JD Vance convicted of threatening to kill president, vice president
A Michigan man named JD Vance was sentenced for threatening to kill JD Vance.
Chicago alders reject mayor’s budget proposal, head tax in committee
The Finance Committee soundly rejected Mayor Johnson's 2025 budget plan, including a new and controversial corporate head tax.
Person tried to set fire to Chicago City Hall, mayor says
“Violence has no place in our politics," Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said Monday after an attempted arson at City Hall last week.
Hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to Portland and Chicago are being sent home
Hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to Chicago and Portland, Oregon, are being sent home.
