Anti-Trump protest in downtown Chicago on Fourth of July
Anti-Trump protesters gathered in downtown Chicago on the Fourth of July. This comes a day after the House narrowly passed Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," which he is expected to sign on Friday.
Anti-Trump protesters gathered in downtown Chicago on the Fourth of July. This comes a day after the House narrowly passed Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," which he is expected to sign on Friday.
Trump signs order increasing national park fees for foreign tourists
In a statement, the White House said the move aims to "improve services, access, and affordability for Americans."
In a statement, the White House said the move aims to "improve services, access, and affordability for Americans."
Trump announces 2026 UFC fight at White House for America’s 250th birthday
President Trump announced a UFC fight with up to 25,000 spectators will be held on the White House lawn next year as part of the United States’ semiquincentennial celebration.
President Trump announced a UFC fight with up to 25,000 spectators will be held on the White House lawn next year as part of the United States’ semiquincentennial celebration.
Illinois Congressman sheds light on House's passage of 'Big, Beautiful Bill'
Rep. Jonathan Jackson, from Chicago's First Congressional District, joins us to discuss the House's passage of President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill."
Rep. Jonathan Jackson, from Chicago's First Congressional District, joins us to discuss the House's passage of President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill."
Illinois Dems blast ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ that barely cleared House, warn of harsh cuts
Illinois lawmakers are criticizing a sweeping Republican-backed spending bill that narrowly passed the House Thursday afternoon in a 218-214 vote.
Illinois lawmakers are criticizing a sweeping Republican-backed spending bill that narrowly passed the House Thursday afternoon in a 218-214 vote.
Trump calls for Fed Chair Jerome Powell to immediately resign: ‘Too late'
This comes shortly after FHFA Director Bill Pulte called for Congress to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for "deceptive" testimony.
This comes shortly after FHFA Director Bill Pulte called for Congress to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for "deceptive" testimony.
Chicago mayor, officials give update on deadly mass shooting
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling and others gave an update on a deadly mass shooting that occurred in River North.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling and others gave an update on a deadly mass shooting that occurred in River North.
Chicago Pope Bus Tour to highlight homegrown pontiff's upbringing
A Pope Leo XIV-themed bus tour highlighting his origins and favorite stomping grounds is coming to Chicago next month.
A Pope Leo XIV-themed bus tour highlighting his origins and favorite stomping grounds is coming to Chicago next month.
Chicago alderwoman pushes citywide response to rising antisemitism
Chicago Alderman Debra Silverstein calls for emergency action as antisemitic hate crimes surge, making up over one-third of all reported hate crimes in the city in 2024.
Chicago Alderman Debra Silverstein calls for emergency action as antisemitic hate crimes surge, making up over one-third of all reported hate crimes in the city in 2024.
House Republicans push for final vote on Trump's spending bill
The House previously passed a version of the legislation in May, but it’s unclear if House GOP members can pass a Senate-refined version of the bill on Wednesday.
The House previously passed a version of the legislation in May, but it’s unclear if House GOP members can pass a Senate-refined version of the bill on Wednesday.
Elon Musk threatens to form new political party as 'big beautiful bill' passes Senate
Elon Musk, a vocal critic of the budget bill, is championing a new political party that he believes will be more aligned with Americans' viewpoints.
Elon Musk, a vocal critic of the budget bill, is championing a new political party that he believes will be more aligned with Americans' viewpoints.
Purchase of Pope Leo XIV?s childhood home OK?d by Dolton Village Board
The Dolton Village Board voted to approve the purchase of the childhood home of Pope Leo XIV during a meeting on Tuesday night.
The Dolton Village Board voted to approve the purchase of the childhood home of Pope Leo XIV during a meeting on Tuesday night.
Purchase of Pope Leo XIV’s childhood home OK’d by Dolton Village Board
The Dolton Village Board voted to approve the purchase of the childhood home of Pope Leo XIV during a meeting on Tuesday night.
The Dolton Village Board voted to approve the purchase of the childhood home of Pope Leo XIV during a meeting on Tuesday night.
Chicago mayor wants tax on ?ultra-rich?
Mayor Brandon Johnson says President Trump?s tax bill could make Chicago?s deficit worse.
Mayor Brandon Johnson says President Trump?s tax bill could make Chicago?s deficit worse.
Durbin, Duckworth react to 'big beautiful bill' Senate passage
President Trump's mega bill passed the Senate. It's now headed to the House for a mega fight.
President Trump's mega bill passed the Senate. It's now headed to the House for a mega fight.
Trump's new fragrances come with gold statue of him
Trump has launched new "Victory 45-47" fragrances, celebrating his 2016 and 2024 wins. Here's what to know.
Trump has launched new "Victory 45-47" fragrances, celebrating his 2016 and 2024 wins. Here's what to know.
Dolton set to buy Pope Leo's childhood home
The Village of Dolton has announced it will be purchasing Pope Leo XIV's childhood home.
The Village of Dolton has announced it will be purchasing Pope Leo XIV's childhood home.
Trump tours 'Alligator Alcatraz' in Florida
President Trump was in Florida on Tuesday for the grand opening of the so-called "Alligator Alcatraz" in the Everglades. The massive trailer-and-tent facility is being called the largest of its kind, with room for one thousand detainees.
President Trump was in Florida on Tuesday for the grand opening of the so-called "Alligator Alcatraz" in the Everglades. The massive trailer-and-tent facility is being called the largest of its kind, with room for one thousand detainees.
Gov. Pritzker announces his running mate in re-election
Gov. JB Pritzker announced Tuesday that Christian Mitchell will join his re-election ticket as the Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor of Illinois.
Gov. JB Pritzker announced Tuesday that Christian Mitchell will join his re-election ticket as the Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor of Illinois.
Durbin, Duckworth slam Trump's 'big beautiful bill' after Senate passage
Illinois senators slammed President Trump's "big beautiful bill" after it passed the Senate on Tuesday.
Illinois senators slammed President Trump's "big beautiful bill" after it passed the Senate on Tuesday.