Report: Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has made millions since leaving the city
Emanuel had to release some financial information as lawmakers debate his nomination to be the next ambassador to Japan.
Biden says US 'not seeking a new Cold War' during UN address
President Joe Biden said Tuesday that the U.S. is entering a “new era of diplomacy” during his first address before the U.N. General Assembly.
Chicago budget address: Lightfoot proposes hundreds of millions of dollars for public safety
Mayor Lightfoot is using federal coronavirus relief funds to postpone difficult decisions the city would otherwise face, while spending $200 million more on police, $135 million on violence prevention and $86 million more on mental health treatment.
FOX News poll: Majorities favor mask and vaccine mandates as pandemic worries increase
Majorities support mask and vaccine mandates advocated by the Biden administration, as the coronavirus pandemic remains a top concern, according to the latest Fox News poll.
4 arrested during protests, confrontations around Justice for J6 rally on Capitol Hill
Ahead of Saturday’s “Justice for J6” rally, U.S. Capitol Police officials provided insight into some of the security measures in place.
‘AUKUS’: US, UK, Australia announce new trilateral defense partnership
President Joe Biden addressed the nation Wednesday to announce a new trilateral defense partnership.
Pritzker signs legislation setting Illinois on path to clean energy by 2050
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed historic energy legislation on Wednesday.
Rep. Garcia launches coalition to address equity for Latino population
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins Wednesday, Illinois Congressman Jesus "Chuy" Garcia is launching a new coalition.
Justice Department files emergency motion to stop enforcement of Texas abortion law
The emergency motion was filed on Tuesday, asking a judge to stop Texas from enforcing its recently passed state law which bans almost all abortions.
Democrats proposing massive top tax rate — see how you could be impacted
Here's what you need to know about the House Democrats' new proposal, part of a sweeping plan to overhaul the nation's tax code in order to fund President Biden's ambitious $3.5 trillion family and climate plan.
Texas abortion law focus of protests and politicians at Aurora Planned Parenthood
“The Women's Health Protection Act is a federal bill that will allow women to make reproductive decisions… so that no one is denied basic healthcare just because of the state that they live in,” said Rep. Lauren Underwood, who is also a registered nurse.
Illinois energy law will raise utility bills by up to $180 a year, Pritzker to sign soon
GET READY TO PAY MORE: The new law will raise Illinois residents' utility bills by up to $180 a year — in part to provide new subsidies for nuclear power plants and start the path toward being carbon free.
VIDEO: Republican float in Indiana parade shows model of smoking World Trade Center twin towers
The float features the World Trade Center twin towers with holes in the sides and smoke pouring out.
Biden admin expecting wave of GOP-backed lawsuits following sweeping vaccine mandates
President Joe Biden's administration is gearing up for another major clash between federal and state rule over its sweeping new vaccine requirements that have Republican governors threatening lawsuits.
'I think you're going to be happy': Trump again hints he's running for president in 2024
While fielding questions on the 20th anniversary of 9/11, former President Donald Trump again hinted he would seek the presidency in 2024.
Flannery Fired Up: September 10, 2021
Let's get fired up!
Energy bill makes its way to Illinois Senate as deadline looms
The Illinois Senate plans to vote Monday on a far-reaching package of energy legislation that sailed through the House Thursday night.
Gov. Ivey, who blamed 'unvaccinated folks' for COVID-19 surge, vows to resist Biden orders
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey, who said it was “time to start blaming the unvaccinated folks” for this summer’s COVID-19 surge, has vowed to resist President Joe Biden’s executive orders on vaccines.
Critics say energy bill could lead to record rate hike
The Illinois House passed a new green energy bill, but critics of the bill say it could lead to a record rate hike.
Illinois House OKs zero-carbon power plan, Senate is next
Some opponents have questioned the increase of utility rates under the plan, saying it could cost ratepayers as much as $15 or more monthly. Evans said Thursday the increase would not top $4.50 a month.