Illinois politicos react to Trump’s first speech to Congress in 2nd term
The reaction to President Donald Trump’s address to Congress on Tuesday night is pouring in, including from politicians in Illinois.
Illinois congressman expects 'attack on Chicago' at Johnson hearing
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Illinois), the only Illinois congressman on the panel, said the hearing could turn into "an attack on Chicago."
'I'm not sure we have allies right now': Quigley sounds off on Trump's foreign policy
Congressman Mike Quigley went 1-on-1 with FOX 32's Paris Schutz to discuss the tensions between the US and Ukraine following an explosive meeting last week in the Oval Office.
Debate over Chicago's sanctuary policies intensifies as federal lawmakers seek answers from Mayor Johnson
Chicago’s sanctuary city policy dates back to 1985 when then-Mayor Harold Washington enacted protections for undocumented residents. The ordinance has since been updated by multiple mayors, including Brandon Johnson.
Judge tosses out some ComEd 4 bribery convictions after Supreme Court ruling
A federal judge vacated some convictions in the 2023 bribery case of the so-called "ComEd Four" in light of a separate Supreme Court ruling.
Illinois leaders slam Trump after tense White House clash with Zelenskyy
Illinois lawmakers are speaking out after a tense White House meeting Friday between President Donald Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
DuPage County sheriff announces run for Illinois Governor
James Mendrick, who has served as the elected sheriff of DuPage County since 2018, declared his candidacy for governor of Illinois on Thursday.
Chicago suburb approves ban on Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC edibles
A suburban city council has officially approved a ban on certain THC products.