Pritzker balks at $1.5B bill to save Chicago area transit system
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Illinois state lawmakers unveiled a massive $1.5 billion funding package for the Chicago area’s transit system. Proponents argue it’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to transform public transportation in the region, but it will come at a cost.

Trump wraps up South Korea visit ahead of high-stakes meeting with China's Xi Jinping
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President Trump concludes his visit to South Korea after finalizing a major trade deal, as attention now turns to his upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping to address trade tensions and global security.

Trump prepares for high-stakes meeting with China's Xi Jinping amid govt shutdown tensions
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President Trump arrives in South Korea ahead of a crucial face-to-face meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as trade, Taiwan, and the U.S. government shutdown dominate the agenda.

Trump visits South Korea amid push for trade deal with Seoul

President Donald Trump continued his trip throughout Asia as he seeks a trade deal with Seoul for billions in investments in the U.S.

Tariffs impacting farmers' costs, margins | The Chicago Report
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Illinois farmers are in the middle of harvest season, or have already had their harvest, but this year's bounty brings uncertainy amid President Trump's tariffs.

Trump administration overhauls ICE leadership
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The Dept. of Homeland Security has deported more than half-a-million people from the U.S. since President Trump took office. However, the administration is not happy and is demanding DHS ramp up its efforts, even if it means new leadership.

Federal workers’ union pressures Dems to back GOP plan as govt shutdown drags on
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The nation’s largest federal employees union breaks ranks, urging Democrats to accept a Republican proposal to temporarily reopen the government amid growing frustration from workers and lawmakers.

Mayor Johnson attends roundtable in Baltimore, addresses Chicago's crime reduction
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Mayor Brandon Johnson met with Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott at a roundtable to discuss Chicago's approach to reducing crime without the intervention of the National Guard.

Trump meets with new Prime Minister Takaichi in Japan. What we know

The meeting between the two leaders is part of an effort to strengthen the trade relationship between the U.S. and Japan.

Pritzker files for re-election, criticizes Trump amid govt shutdown
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Gov. JB Pritzker highlights growing worries about food shortages and unpaid air traffic controllers as the government shutdown drags on.