Trump administration ramps up pressure on Democrat-led cities over crime
As National Guard troops patrol the Capitol, a vocal critic of the president unveils his own crime-fighting proposal.
As National Guard troops patrol the Capitol, a vocal critic of the president unveils his own crime-fighting proposal.
Poll: 65% of Chicagoans oppose sending in National Guard to fight crime
A new poll from the group M3, sponsored by a conservative organization called Law and Order PAC, found that 70% of residents oppose President Donald Trump sending in the Army, while 65% oppose sending in the National Guard.
A new poll from the group M3, sponsored by a conservative organization called Law and Order PAC, found that 70% of residents oppose President Donald Trump sending in the Army, while 65% oppose sending in the National Guard.
Paris on Politics: Illinois Dems push back on Trump's National Guard plans
A local congressman weighs in on the threat of National Guard troops being sent to Chicago.
A local congressman weighs in on the threat of National Guard troops being sent to Chicago.
Paris on Politics: Chicagoans polled on possible federal intervention
A new opinion survey says Chicagoans are against the idea of Trump sending in the National Guard, but some less than others.
A new opinion survey says Chicagoans are against the idea of Trump sending in the National Guard, but some less than others.
Community weighs in on 2025 budget during North Side town hall
The community on the North Side weighed in on the city's budget for next year. Mayor Brandon Johnson and his office hosted the town hall on Thursday evening at the West Ridge Community Methodist Church.
The community on the North Side weighed in on the city's budget for next year. Mayor Brandon Johnson and his office hosted the town hall on Thursday evening at the West Ridge Community Methodist Church.
Chicago Board of Education approves controversial budget plan, avoids shutdown
The Chicago Board of Education approved the budget for next year Thursday evening after an hourslong meeting.
The Chicago Board of Education approved the budget for next year Thursday evening after an hourslong meeting.
Chicago Board of Education to vote on budget
The Chicago Board of Education is meeting on Thursday to pass a controversial budget plan.
The Chicago Board of Education is meeting on Thursday to pass a controversial budget plan.
Chicago weighs federal deployment as DC grapples with trust issues despite crime drop
Federal deployment talk is heating up in Chicago, especially since National Guard troops are still on the streets in DC. The DC mayor says the federal law enforcement surge has cut down on crime but she's worried it might be damaging trust in the community.
Federal deployment talk is heating up in Chicago, especially since National Guard troops are still on the streets in DC. The DC mayor says the federal law enforcement surge has cut down on crime but she's worried it might be damaging trust in the community.
Chicago military base considered for ICE operation, reports say
A new wave of federal agents could arrive in the Chicago area as early as next week, according to multiple reports.
A new wave of federal agents could arrive in the Chicago area as early as next week, according to multiple reports.
CDC director fired after just 4 weeks ? Monarez pushes back
In a stunning shakeup, CDC Director Susan Monarez is ousted by the White House, sparking backlash, legal threats, and a wave of resignations.
In a stunning shakeup, CDC Director Susan Monarez is ousted by the White House, sparking backlash, legal threats, and a wave of resignations.
D.C. mayor says Trump's crime plan is working as he eyes Chicago next
D.C.'s mayor now says President Trump's federal crime crackdown is working. Could Chicago be next?
D.C.'s mayor now says President Trump's federal crime crackdown is working. Could Chicago be next?
Trump administration asks military base outside Chicago for support on immigration operations
President Donald Trump’s administration has asked a military base outside Chicago for support on immigration operations, the base said Thursday, signaling a push to expand its law enforcement crackdown to other cities.
President Donald Trump’s administration has asked a military base outside Chicago for support on immigration operations, the base said Thursday, signaling a push to expand its law enforcement crackdown to other cities.
"44 the Obama Musical" spoofs the Obama presidency, playing in Chicago
A comedic spoof of the Obama presidency, "44 the Obama Musical" is getting rave reviews and big laughs as it comes to Chicago.
A comedic spoof of the Obama presidency, "44 the Obama Musical" is getting rave reviews and big laughs as it comes to Chicago.
Chicago Board of Education approves controversial budget plan, avoids shutdown
The Chicago Board of Education approved the budget for next year Thursday evening after an hourslong meeting.
The Chicago Board of Education approved the budget for next year Thursday evening after an hourslong meeting.
Trump to lead White House meeting on future of Gaza conflict
President Trump is set to host a key White House discussion on what comes next in Gaza if and when the war between Hamas and Israel ends.
President Trump is set to host a key White House discussion on what comes next in Gaza if and when the war between Hamas and Israel ends.
Illinois leaders push back against Trump?s National Guard plan for Chicago
Community groups and officials rally at Federal Plaza, rejecting military deployment as intimidation, not safety, and offering support resources for immigrants.
Community groups and officials rally at Federal Plaza, rejecting military deployment as intimidation, not safety, and offering support resources for immigrants.
Trump's approval rating remains down from spring
A recent poll finds that less than half of Americans support the job President Donald Trump has done in the White House.
A recent poll finds that less than half of Americans support the job President Donald Trump has done in the White House.
Wilson urges Trump to send National Guard to Chicago: 'This is not political'
Dr. Willie Wilson broke with Chicago leaders, urging President Trump to send the National Guard to fight crime.
Dr. Willie Wilson broke with Chicago leaders, urging President Trump to send the National Guard to fight crime.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson wants 'ultra rich' to help close $1.1B budget gap
As Chicago leaders look for ways to shrink a massive budget deficit for next year, Mayor Brandon Johnson gave his take at a town hall.
As Chicago leaders look for ways to shrink a massive budget deficit for next year, Mayor Brandon Johnson gave his take at a town hall.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson wants 'ultra rich' to help close $1.1B budget gap
As Chicago leaders look for ways to shrink the city's budget deficit next year, Mayor Brandon Johnson shared his plans at a South Side town hall on Tuesday night.
As Chicago leaders look for ways to shrink the city's budget deficit next year, Mayor Brandon Johnson shared his plans at a South Side town hall on Tuesday night.