Illinois members of Congress are latest to tour immigration facilities after judge’s ruling
Four Illinois Democrats toured a federal immigration center in suburban Broadview on Monday.
Lawmakers threaten contempt over DOJ’s partial release of Epstein files
Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie warn they may hold Attorney General Pam Bondi in contempt, accusing the Justice Department of missing a legal deadline as the DOJ says more Epstein documents are still under review to protect victims.
Justice Department releases new Epstein files as critics accuse DOJ of delays
Newly released Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents spark controversy after some files were heavily redacted, briefly disappeared, and lawmakers from both parties say the Justice Department isn’t moving fast enough.
Stimulus payment December 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
Chicago City Council OKs 2026 budget, reject head tax
The Chicago City Council approved the final portions of a record $16.6 billion budget for 2026 by a 30-18 vote on Saturday.
Some Epstein files released Friday disappear from DOJ website
At least 16 files related to Jeffrey Epstein that were released Friday have disappeared from the DOJ website, including photos of President Trump, with no explanation.
Epstein files released by Justice Department: What's in them
The Justice Department has released more than 300,000 pages of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein case files.
Rep. Mike Quigley on Epstein files and the future of Obamacare | ChicagoLIVE
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley joins "ChicagoLIVE" to discuss two major national issues: the status of the Epstein files and concerns surrounding the future of Obamacare.
Bears evaluating Northwest Indiana for stadium | The Chicago Report
Indiana lawmakers might be ready to roll out the red carpet today after Bears CEO Kevin Warren announced to fans -- they are looking at the northwest portion of the Hoosier state for a possible new stadium. This as talks on tax help for their Arlington Heights proposal stall. Are the Bears serious or just trying to gain leverage?
Trump reclassifies marijuana, marking first major federal shift in decades
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday reclassifying marijuana, marking the first major federal shift in how cannabis is treated in decades. The order moves marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III controlled substance.
House passes GOP health care bill without ACA extension | The Chicago Report
The future of Obamacare subsidies. Illinois Congressman Brad Schneider gives us the lowdown.
New Epstein photos shared a day before case files deadline
The latest photo dump from Jeffrey Epstein's estate includes a screenshot of messages discussing a “scout" who sends girls.
Fact Check Trump Presidential Address: Claims clash with administration’s own data
President Donald Trump’s upbeat description of the country’s progress Wednesday contrasted with the reality facing many Americans and with some of his own administration’s statistics. Here’s a fact check of his presidential address.
House Republicans pass health care package as deadline nears
A former White House economic adviser breaks down the House GOP’s newly passed health care plan, what it means for Affordable Care Act subsidies and premiums, and the political fight ahead as lawmakers race toward a year-end deadline.
President Trump defends economy, blames predecessor in national address
Political science professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo weighs in on President Trump’s prime-time address, examining its tone, timing and what the president hoped to accomplish as economic concerns and unemployment rise.
Northwestern professor creates new game | The Chicago Report
A psychology professor at Northwestern University set out to make holiday interactions with family a lot more palatable and maybe even more fun by inventing a new game called "Point Taken."
Bally's warning: Video gambling costs | The Chicago Report
Hear part of the plans to legalize video gambling in most Chicago bars and restaurants that could help some Chicago businesses but hurt others.
Bears expand search for new stadium site | The Chicago Report
The Chicago Bears announced Wednesday they are expanding their search for a new stadium site, even if it's outside of Illinois.
Debate intensifies as budget committee weighs alternative spending plan
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.
Chicago City Council considers alternative budget proposal
The alternative proposal is poised to advance again. It passed the council’s Finance Committee on Tuesday and is now under debate in the Budget Committee.