State Farm’s insurance hikes spark backlash from Pritzker, lawmakers

Illinois-based State Farm Insurance says severe weather is increasing in Illinois, leading to a need for higher insurance rates. But Gov. J.B. Pritzker has one message for the company: prove it.

Senator Dick Durbin warns of hospital closures
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It has been one week, since the president signed his so-called "Big, Beautiful Bill" into law, but democrats-- are not finished fighting.

Is Ben Johnson's coach staff as star-studded as Mike Ditka's with Buddy Ryan? | The Offseason
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Cassie Carlson and ESPN Chicago's Pat the Designer talk about the anticipation for Bears training camp. Do the Bears have the 4th best offensive line, and ESPN graded the Bears offseason a 'B-'. Plus, what should we takeaway from the stadium survey sent to only select Bears season ticket holders?

President Trump surveys flood damage in Central Texas
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President Donald Trump made his way to see the flood-devastated Kerrville, meeting with grieving families, local officials and first responders.

The Offseason: Anticipation builds around Caleb Williams' potential with Ben Johnson
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This week on "The Offseason," Cassie Carlson sits down with ESPN Chicago's Pat the Designer to go over expectations for Caleb Williams and react to PFF ranking the Bears OL as 4th best in the NFL. Bears CB Jaylon Johnson talks about training with his teammates in Vegas. Rutgers Head Coach Greg Schiano breaks down why rookie running back Kyle Monangai is primed to make the roster.

Mahmoud Khalil sues Trump admin for $20M over ICE detention
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Mahmoud Khalil, once detained by ICE after pro-Palestinian protests, is suing the Trump administration, calling his arrest politically motivated and a threat to free speech.

Pres. Trump, first lady tour Texas flood damage: 'Hard to believe the devastation'

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump will traveled to Texas on Friday to tour the damage left behind by devastating flooding over the July 4th weekend.

Russia ramps up attacks on Ukraine, Trump reacts
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Russia has once again launched a massive wave of air attacks on Ukraine overnight. The stepped-up campaign makes it more likely that Congress will soon ramp up pressure of its own.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy named acting NASA administrator

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will dually serve as acting NASA administrator, President Donald Trump announced Wednesday.

Biden's former doctor refuses to answer House Republicans' questions

Dr. Kevin O’ Connor was questioned by House Republicans as part of their investigation into former President Joe Biden’s health during his term in the White House.

Chicago Teachers Union demands action: 'Trump-proof' Illinois schools now!
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At a press conference Wednesday, the Chicago Teachers Union urged Gov. JB Pritzker and state lawmakers to protect school funding from federal cuts and invest in equitable, fully staffed public education.

Trump cuts off question about Epstein list: What we know about Bondi's claims

Attorney General Pam Bondi is under scrutiny over assertions she’s made about a Jeffrey Epstein “client list" and the DOJ’s refusal to release more files in the Epstein case.

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok makes antisemitic posts on X

Grok, Elon Musk's artificial-intelligence chatbot, is trending for the wrong reasons on X, formerly Twitter.