Prosecutors rest case in corruption trial of ex-Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan
The prosecution rested its case in the federal corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan on Wednesday.
Congress faces end-of-week deadline to fund government
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Congress is almost done hammering out a bill to keep the government running.
Chicago City Council finally passes mayor's budget, what to know
The Chicago City Council finally passed Mayor Brandon Johnson?s 2025 budget on Monday with a 27-23 vote.
Electors prepare to vote
Electors from all over the country are getting ready to cast their votes for president and vice president.
Trump's inauguration: Details emerge about big event
With only 38 days until President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, details are starting to emerge about the big event, including who some of the guests might be.
Johnson's budget: Alderpeople discuss issues with 2025 budget
Ald. Byron Sigcho Lopez and Ald. Brendan Reilly discussed what parts of the city's budget remain a problem for them.
'Travesty of justice': Reaction pours in after Biden commutes Rita Crundwell's sentence
Rita Crundwell served time in federal prison before being moved to house arrest during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, she has been granted her freedom.
Paris on Politics: How Trump's deportation plan will impact Chicago
With big promises to deport millions and change laws, will President-elect Donald Trump walk the walk on immigration in his second term?
‘Travesty of justice’: Reaction pours in after Biden commutes Rita Crundwell's sentence
President Joe Biden announced the largest single-day act of clemency in modern history on Thursday.
Tiffany Henyard sues Dolton trustees, Thornton Township caucus
Tiffany Henyard has filed a lawsuit against Dolton trustees and the Thornton Township's Democratic caucus.
Pritzker promotes affordable housing
Governor JB Pritzker is trying to make housing affordable for working families.
Trump nominee 'should scare all of us,' Duckworth says
Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth has announced her intention to meet with Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s nominee for Defense Secretary.
Duckworth slams Hegseth, plans one-on-one meeting to raise concerns
Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth has announced her intention to meet with Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump?s nominee for Defense Secretary.
Judge to decide if key witness in Madigan trial is fit to testify
A federal judge will rule Wednesday morning whether one of the government‘s key witnesses against former Illinois Speaker Michael Madigan is competent to testify.
Paris on Politics: What did Mayor Johnson know and when did he know it?
Turmoil at City Hall. Questions over CPS. What did Mayor Johnson know and when did he know it? More in this episode of "Paris on Politics."
Cook County?s first Black transgender elected official discusses historic win
A Chicago woman is making history as the first Black transgender elected official in Cook County history. It comes amid controversy nationwide over trans-elected officials and what bathrooms they can use.
Calumet City Council meets outside, votes to drop lawsuit against clerk amid tensions with mayor
On a freezing night, Calumet City council members gathered on the steps of City Hall for a brief but controversial meeting.
Henyard rips Harris as Thornton Township caucus dispute sparks legal battle
A contentious Democratic caucus in Thornton Township on Tuesday night has raised questions about its fairness and could prevent Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard from running for township supervisor next year.
Tiffany Henyard plans to sue after chaotic caucus for Thornton Township supervisor
We're learning more about Tuesday night's Democratic caucus in Thornton Township, which may result in Tiffany Henyard's name not being placed on the ballot for supervisor next year.
'You can't do stuff like this': Tiffany Henyard, her supporters claim they were cheated in caucus
On a cold night, it was heated in the suburbs as Tiffany Henyard lost the nomination for Thornton Township supervisor.