Federal workers stay home as shutdown drags on and both sides dig in
With no deal in sight, Republicans offer a limited concession while Democrats hold firm, leaving federal workers and travelers caught in the middle of the prolonged government shutdown.
With no deal in sight, Republicans offer a limited concession while Democrats hold firm, leaving federal workers and travelers caught in the middle of the prolonged government shutdown.
Vance attends Marine Corps 250th anniversary celebration at Camp Pendleton
Vice President JD Vance joined fellow Marines at Camp Pendleton, California, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.
Vice President JD Vance joined fellow Marines at Camp Pendleton, California, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.
Millions march nationwide in “No Kings" protests opposing Trump, authoritarianism
Millions of Americans took to the streets nationwide for the “No Kings" protests, a coordinated day of action opposing President Donald Trump.
Millions of Americans took to the streets nationwide for the “No Kings" protests, a coordinated day of action opposing President Donald Trump.
PHOTOS: ‘No Kings’ protesters pack Grant Park to protest against Trump administration
Thousands of demonstrators flooded Chicago’s Grant Park on Saturday, denouncing President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown.
Thousands of demonstrators flooded Chicago’s Grant Park on Saturday, denouncing President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown.
'No Kings' protesters march in downtown Chicago
Thousands of people gathered in downtown Chicago to take part in the "No Kings" protest on Saturday, Oct. 18.
Thousands of people gathered in downtown Chicago to take part in the "No Kings" protest on Saturday, Oct. 18.
'No Kings' protesters jam out in Grant Park
Several 'No Kings' protesters in Chicago's Grant Park gathered to perform in front of a crowd on Saturday, Oct. 18.
Several 'No Kings' protesters in Chicago's Grant Park gathered to perform in front of a crowd on Saturday, Oct. 18.
Thousands pack downtown Chicago for No Kings protests
Thousands are expected to turn out today in Chicago and around the country for a "No Kings" protest against the Trump administration.
Thousands are expected to turn out today in Chicago and around the country for a "No Kings" protest against the Trump administration.
Trump commutes George Santos’ prison sentence
The New York Republican was sentenced in April after admitting last year to deceiving donors and stealing the identities of 11 people, including his own family members, to make donations to his campaign.
The New York Republican was sentenced in April after admitting last year to deceiving donors and stealing the identities of 11 people, including his own family members, to make donations to his campaign.
Cities prepare for 'No Kings' protests as federal shutdown drags on
Now the third-longest shutdown in U.S. history, the government shutdown is barreling toward the three-week mark.
Now the third-longest shutdown in U.S. history, the government shutdown is barreling toward the three-week mark.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow deployment of National Guard in Chicago area
The Trump administration on Friday asked the Supreme Court to allow the deployment of National Guard troops in the Chicago area.
The Trump administration on Friday asked the Supreme Court to allow the deployment of National Guard troops in the Chicago area.
Trump hosts Zelenskyy at the White House after call with Putin
President Donald Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on Friday. The meeting between the two leaders comes after Trump's call with Russian President Vladimir Putin discussing the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
President Donald Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on Friday. The meeting between the two leaders comes after Trump's call with Russian President Vladimir Putin discussing the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Johnson floats social media tax to close $1.15B Chicago budget gap
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is proposing a social media tax to address the city’s massive budget deficit, drawing mixed reactions.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is proposing a social media tax to address the city’s massive budget deficit, drawing mixed reactions.
Trump says Maduro 'doesn't want to f--- around with the U.S.'
During a Friday afternoon press conference, former President Donald Trump was asked about U.S. relations with Venezuela and offers President Nicolás Maduro has made to the United States. Trump said Maduro has offered natural resources because “he doesn’t want to f--- around with the United States.”
During a Friday afternoon press conference, former President Donald Trump was asked about U.S. relations with Venezuela and offers President Nicolás Maduro has made to the United States. Trump said Maduro has offered natural resources because “he doesn’t want to f--- around with the United States.”
John Bolton pleads not guilty to classified documents charges amid Trump feud
Former national security adviser John Bolton appeared in federal court on Friday, denying allegations of mishandling classified information and accusing President Donald Trump of political retribution.
Former national security adviser John Bolton appeared in federal court on Friday, denying allegations of mishandling classified information and accusing President Donald Trump of political retribution.
Trump considers historic appearance at Supreme Court tariffs hearing
President Donald Trump said he may attend next month’s Supreme Court oral arguments in a key tariffs case that could decide the future of his trade policy.
President Donald Trump said he may attend next month’s Supreme Court oral arguments in a key tariffs case that could decide the future of his trade policy.
Trump's approval rating shifts after Gaza ceasefire deal, poll finds
A recent poll reveals that despite the president’s efforts managing the conflict in Israel, Americans believe he needs to do more to address issues in the U.S.
A recent poll reveals that despite the president’s efforts managing the conflict in Israel, Americans believe he needs to do more to address issues in the U.S.
Trump's new plan to end war in Ukraine
President Trump is meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy today as he launches a new effort to end the war in Ukraine, with a potential sit-down with Russian President Vladimir Putin expected soon.
President Trump is meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy today as he launches a new effort to end the war in Ukraine, with a potential sit-down with Russian President Vladimir Putin expected soon.
Mayor proposes head tax, social media in 2026 budget | The Chicago Report
From politics to pop culture, Paris Schutz and guests bring Chicago's top voices to you.
From politics to pop culture, Paris Schutz and guests bring Chicago's top voices to you.
'Not political pawns': Pritzker, veterans slam Trump's Chicago Guard plan
A group of retired admirals, generals and service members said the president should not deploy the National Guard against the governor’s wishes. They also voiced opposition to the militarization of immigration enforcement in Chicago.
A group of retired admirals, generals and service members said the president should not deploy the National Guard against the governor’s wishes. They also voiced opposition to the militarization of immigration enforcement in Chicago.
'Not political pawns': Pritzker, veterans slam Trump's Chicago Guard plan
A group of retired admirals, generals and service members said the president should not deploy the National Guard against the governor?s wishes. They also voiced opposition to the militarization of immigration enforcement in Chicago.
A group of retired admirals, generals and service members said the president should not deploy the National Guard against the governor?s wishes. They also voiced opposition to the militarization of immigration enforcement in Chicago.