Why President Biden mentioning 'The Talk' was an important moment during his SOTU speech
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Bishop Tavis Grant from Operation PUSH talks about his takeaways from President Joe Biden's address during the State of the Union and why people of color have to deal with hurdles that don't impact the rest of Americans.

SOTU: Biden pushes for insulin cost caps

Democrats tried to cap the price of insulin last year when they controlled both houses and fell short of the votes needed.

State of the Union: President Joe Biden discusses America's challenges
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President Joe Biden exhorted Republicans over and over again Tuesday night to work with him to "finish the job" of rebuilding the economy and uniting the nation as he delivered a State of the Union address meant to reassure a country beset by pessimism and fraught political divisions.

State of the Union: Biden says US is ‘unbowed, unbroken’ in 2023 address

Biden’s speech before a politically divided Congress comes as the nation struggles with economic uncertainty, a wearying war in Ukraine, and growing tensions with China.

Gov. Pritzker praises Illinois soldiers before deployment
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Gov. J.B. Pritzker attended and spoke at the mobilization ceremony in Peoria for the 1st Assault Helicopter Battalion of the 106th Aviation Regiment.

Archbishop of Chicago voices concern over new ordinance
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Archbishop of Chicago Blase Cupich has written Mayor Lori Lightfoot with concerns over rushing an ordinance that he says would hamper Catholic Charities' services in the community.

Chicago Fire Department commissioner to attend State of the Union

Chicago Fire Department commissioner Annette Nance-Holt says she is eager to hear the president's plan for curbing gun violence.

CFD commissioner to join Rep. Robin Kelly at SOTU address
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Chicago Fire Department commissioner Annette Nance-Holt says she is eager to hear the president's plan for curbing gun violence.

Chicago mayoral candidate Brandon Johnson looks to cut police budget by $150M
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Brandon Johnson once sponsored a Cook County Board resolution to reduce police funding. On Monday, the candidate for mayor said he would cut the Chicago police budget by at least $150 million.

R. Kelly files for new trial, claims key witness lied
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R. Kelly?s attorneys have filed a motion for a new trial in his federal case in Chicago, alleging a key witness lied under oath about whether she planned to seek millions in restitution from the singer if he was convicted.

Gov. Pritzker announces $40 million in industrial grants

Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced a new grant opportunity Monday to attract businesses and encourage economic growth.

Billionaire Koch network to oppose Trump in 2024

The Koch network joins a list of prominent Republican donors distancing themselves from former President Donald Trump.

Most Democrats don’t want Biden to seek a second term in 2024, poll finds

Many poll respondents suggest President Joe Biden’s age is a liability, with some focusing on his coughing, gaffes, and the possibility that the world's most stressful job would be better for someone younger.

R. Kelly files for new trial, claims key witness lied about plans to seek millions in restitution

R. Kelly’s attorneys have filed a motion for a new trial in his federal case in Chicago, alleging a key witness lied under oath about whether she planned to seek millions in restitution from the singer if he was convicted.