Breaking down the Trump administration cuts to Education Department oversight
The Trump Administration shifted special education and civil rights oversight enforcement from the Department of Education to two different agencies. Chalkbeat national editor Erica Meltzer breaks down the situation.
The Trump Administration shifted special education and civil rights oversight enforcement from the Department of Education to two different agencies. Chalkbeat national editor Erica Meltzer breaks down the situation.
Chicago leaders call for new gun violence reduction department after deadly weekend
After a weekend that left at least six people dead and 33 others injured in shootings across Chicago, faith leaders, community activists and city officials are renewing calls for a permanent city department dedicated to reducing gun violence.
After a weekend that left at least six people dead and 33 others injured in shootings across Chicago, faith leaders, community activists and city officials are renewing calls for a permanent city department dedicated to reducing gun violence.
US-Iran talks continue as nuclear dispute threatens path to peace deal
US and Iranian negotiators report progress toward a potential agreement, but major disagreements over Iran's nuclear program and regional conflicts continue to complicate the talks.
US and Iranian negotiators report progress toward a potential agreement, but major disagreements over Iran's nuclear program and regional conflicts continue to complicate the talks.
U.S.-Iran negotiations stall after Trump's threat
Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran have stalled after President Trump threatened military action against Iran. Max Gorden is in Dubai with the latest on efforts to end this war.
Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran have stalled after President Trump threatened military action against Iran. Max Gorden is in Dubai with the latest on efforts to end this war.
Trump calls out Chicago after violent weekend
President Trump is calling out gun violence in Chicago writing on Truth Social -- 22 people shot, at least 4 dead.
President Trump is calling out gun violence in Chicago writing on Truth Social -- 22 people shot, at least 4 dead.
Felony warning issued as arrests reported at Reflecting Pool
Federal officials warn visitors that taking paint chips, debris or other materials from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during cleanup of an algae bloom could lead to felony charges.
Federal officials warn visitors that taking paint chips, debris or other materials from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during cleanup of an algae bloom could lead to felony charges.
Peace deal on shaky ground as Israel attacks Lebanon
Just days after the announced ceasefire, Iran says it has once again closed the Strait of Hormuz. They say it's in response to Isreali attacks on Lebanon, but the White House says the strait is in fact open for business. The vice president now on his way to Switzerland for those peace talks that were supposed to kick off yesterday. Fox's Alex Hogan has more from Tel Aviv.
Just days after the announced ceasefire, Iran says it has once again closed the Strait of Hormuz. They say it's in response to Isreali attacks on Lebanon, but the White House says the strait is in fact open for business. The vice president now on his way to Switzerland for those peace talks that were supposed to kick off yesterday. Fox's Alex Hogan has more from Tel Aviv.
Federal judge sides with Trump administration on releasing Biden interview, gives three weeks for appeal
The audio and transcript of an interview between former President Joe Biden and a ghostwriter can be released to a conservative group, a federal judge ruled Friday.
The audio and transcript of an interview between former President Joe Biden and a ghostwriter can be released to a conservative group, a federal judge ruled Friday.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks at Juneteenth Day of Action rally
Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke out at the Juneteenth Day of Action rally in downtown Chicago on June 20, 2026.
Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke out at the Juneteenth Day of Action rally in downtown Chicago on June 20, 2026.
How Chicago shaped Barack Obama: From ‘a place to start’ to the national stage
In Chicago, Obama got his first real-world experience, where he "grew up" and would eventually catch the bug for politics.
In Chicago, Obama got his first real-world experience, where he "grew up" and would eventually catch the bug for politics.
Expert weighs in as Iran delays talks after Israeli attacks | The Chicago Report
Even though there was no signing ceremony today as President Trump outlined earlier this week, the fragile U.S.-Iran peace deal appears to be holding for now after Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a new ceasefire. A new round of strikes between the two threatened to derail the peace effort with Iran, but now, both sides have agreed to pause the fighting to give peace talks their best chance. Iran is now on a 60-day clock to end its nuclear program, but talks are off to a slow start. Northeastern Illinois University Professor Matteo Farzaneh is here to weigh in on what's new.
Even though there was no signing ceremony today as President Trump outlined earlier this week, the fragile U.S.-Iran peace deal appears to be holding for now after Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a new ceasefire. A new round of strikes between the two threatened to derail the peace effort with Iran, but now, both sides have agreed to pause the fighting to give peace talks their best chance. Iran is now on a 60-day clock to end its nuclear program, but talks are off to a slow start. Northeastern Illinois University Professor Matteo Farzaneh is here to weigh in on what's new.
Chicago Public Library opens Obama branch
This Obama branch of the Chicago Public Library is the first at any presidential library in the country. Chicago Public Library Commissioner Chris Brown joins.
This Obama branch of the Chicago Public Library is the first at any presidential library in the country. Chicago Public Library Commissioner Chris Brown joins.
Obama Presidential Center opens its doors to the public
The Obama Presidential Center is now open to the public on Chicago’s South Side. Visitors can access the campus daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The Obama Presidential Center is now open to the public on Chicago’s South Side. Visitors can access the campus daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Obama Presidential Center opens to public on Juneteenth
The Obama Presidential Center officially opens to the public. Strong interest has sold out tickets through this fall.
The Obama Presidential Center officially opens to the public. Strong interest has sold out tickets through this fall.
Israel and Hezbollah agree to ceasefire
Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, but Israel says it will continue to respond to any incoming threats.
Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, but Israel says it will continue to respond to any incoming threats.
Obama Presidential Center opens to public as Juneteenth celebrations unfold nationwide
The Obama Presidential Center opened to the public on Juneteenth, linking a new presidential legacy project with a national day of reflection and celebration.
The Obama Presidential Center opened to the public on Juneteenth, linking a new presidential legacy project with a national day of reflection and celebration.
Expert breaks down uncertainty surrounding US-Iran agreement
A North Central College professor discusses how renewed fighting between Israel and Lebanon is affecting U.S.-Iran diplomacy, the future of the Strait of Hormuz and what steps Washington could take to keep the agreement on track.
A North Central College professor discusses how renewed fighting between Israel and Lebanon is affecting U.S.-Iran diplomacy, the future of the Strait of Hormuz and what steps Washington could take to keep the agreement on track.
US-Iran nuclear talks on hold as Vance cancels Switzerland trip
Vice President JD Vance has canceled a planned trip to Switzerland for nuclear negotiations with Iran as the peace process faces new challenges amid continued fighting in the Middle East and growing political criticism in Washington.
Vice President JD Vance has canceled a planned trip to Switzerland for nuclear negotiations with Iran as the peace process faces new challenges amid continued fighting in the Middle East and growing political criticism in Washington.
Obama Center's grand opening, pretrial data lawsuit | The Chicago Report
The Obama Center had its grand opening in Chicago today. And, a new lawsuit claims Illinois state courts are hiding pretrial data. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
The Obama Center had its grand opening in Chicago today. And, a new lawsuit claims Illinois state courts are hiding pretrial data. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Will Illinois' social media tax push tech companies out? | The Chicago Report
Gov. Pritzker signed the budget earlier this week and one of the ways he's offsetting state spending, without raising taxes on residents, is imposing new taxes for companies. One of them is a social media tax.
Gov. Pritzker signed the budget earlier this week and one of the ways he's offsetting state spending, without raising taxes on residents, is imposing new taxes for companies. One of them is a social media tax.