Apple backs Trump rare earth minerals push, invests $500M in US mine
White House officials call the deal a 'major win' for the Trump administration.
White House officials call the deal a 'major win' for the Trump administration.
Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza says she won't seek re-election
Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced she will not pursue re-election in 2026 and called for stronger leadership in Chicago.
Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced she will not pursue re-election in 2026 and called for stronger leadership in Chicago.
Trump says Bondi should release 'credible' Epstein files
Attorney General Pam Bondi and the DOJ have faced scrutiny over their refusal to release more documents in Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking probe.
Attorney General Pam Bondi and the DOJ have faced scrutiny over their refusal to release more documents in Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking probe.
Congress close to passing new spending cuts that DOGE promised
Congress is on the verge now of passing new spending cuts that have divided lawmakers
Congress is on the verge now of passing new spending cuts that have divided lawmakers
Chicago City Council fails to override mayor's veto of teen snap curfew ordinance
The City Council failed to override Mayor Johnson’s veto of an ordinance allowing for temporary curfews for teens on Wednesday.
The City Council failed to override Mayor Johnson’s veto of an ordinance allowing for temporary curfews for teens on Wednesday.
Madigan fights to avoid prison after corruption conviction
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is seeking to stay free during a lengthy appeal process after receiving a 7.5-year sentence for bribery and racketeering.
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is seeking to stay free during a lengthy appeal process after receiving a 7.5-year sentence for bribery and racketeering.
Russia responds to Trump's Ukraine weapons plan and ceasefire ultimatum
Russia is pushing back against President Trump?s new plan to arm Ukraine and impose penalties on its trading partners unless a ceasefire is reached within 50 days.
Russia is pushing back against President Trump?s new plan to arm Ukraine and impose penalties on its trading partners unless a ceasefire is reached within 50 days.
EU threatens tariffs on US goods
Indonesia has reached a trade deal with President Trump, while EU leaders prepare to negotiate to avoid 30% tariffs by August 1.
Indonesia has reached a trade deal with President Trump, while EU leaders prepare to negotiate to avoid 30% tariffs by August 1.
Chicago aims to reduce violent crime by 50% in the next five years
City leaders on Tuesday provided an update on community violence intervention programs.
City leaders on Tuesday provided an update on community violence intervention programs.
Paris on Politics: Who will challenge Gov. JB Pritzker as the GOP nominee?
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation. In today's episode he talks about the possible GOP candidates seeking to challenge Gov. JB Pritzker as he runs for a third term.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation. In today's episode he talks about the possible GOP candidates seeking to challenge Gov. JB Pritzker as he runs for a third term.
Chicago taxpayers may be on the hook for added police, firefighter pension costs
Chicago taxpayers might be on the hook for billions more in new costs thanks to a bill that quietly passed in Springfield.
Chicago taxpayers might be on the hook for billions more in new costs thanks to a bill that quietly passed in Springfield.
Bill Gates drops $51B in one week following vow not to die rich
In days, Gates' net worth dropped $51 billion—nearly 30%—after announcing plans to give away nearly all his fortune in 20 years.
In days, Gates' net worth dropped $51 billion—nearly 30%—after announcing plans to give away nearly all his fortune in 20 years.
Trump selling weapons to NATO for Ukraine; threatens 100% tariffs on Russia
Trump is threatening to punish Russia with tariffs if there's no deal to end the war in Ukraine within 50 days.
Trump is threatening to punish Russia with tariffs if there's no deal to end the war in Ukraine within 50 days.
Biden defends autopen use for clemency decisions
The former president reportedly used the electronic device to sign some pardons in his final days in office.
The former president reportedly used the electronic device to sign some pardons in his final days in office.
Elmo challenges Trump to 'release the files' on X. Sesame Street confirms he was hacked
Was Elmo hacked? The Sesame Street star published – and deleted – a post on X challenging President Donald Trump to "release the files" with an NSFW message.
Was Elmo hacked? The Sesame Street star published – and deleted – a post on X challenging President Donald Trump to "release the files" with an NSFW message.
President Trump, first lady attend FIFA Club World Cup final
President Trump watched Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain compete at the FIFA Club World Cup final Sunday in New Jersey.
President Trump watched Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain compete at the FIFA Club World Cup final Sunday in New Jersey.
Trump assassination attempt: Questions remain one year after Pennsylvania rally
A year after the assassination attempt against Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, multiple investigations have detailed the breakdowns that occurred that day.
A year after the assassination attempt against Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, multiple investigations have detailed the breakdowns that occurred that day.
Trump defends AG Pam Bondi amid Epstein file backlash: 'Let her do her job'
Trump on Saturday defended AG Pam Bondi as doing a "fantastic job" amid backlash over the DOJ's handling of Epstein files.
Trump on Saturday defended AG Pam Bondi as doing a "fantastic job" amid backlash over the DOJ's handling of Epstein files.
From one 14 to another, White Sox great Konerko gets gift from Pope Leo XIV in honor of 2005 title
White Sox great Paul Konerko got a present from one No. 14 to another in honor of the 20th anniversary of the 2005 World Series championship run — a jersey signed by noted Chicago fan Pope Leo XIV.
White Sox great Paul Konerko got a present from one No. 14 to another in honor of the 20th anniversary of the 2005 World Series championship run — a jersey signed by noted Chicago fan Pope Leo XIV.
Trump says he's imposing new 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico
President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs on Mexico and the European Union, two of America’s biggest trading partners.
President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs on Mexico and the European Union, two of America’s biggest trading partners.