Trump administration petitions Supreme Court to enforce mail-in voting order
Justice Department attorneys urged the Supreme Court on Monday to reinstate Executive Order 14399, a directive overhauling national absentee voting rules ahead of the midterms.
Justice Department attorneys urged the Supreme Court on Monday to reinstate Executive Order 14399, a directive overhauling national absentee voting rules ahead of the midterms.
McConnell releases health update, saying he’s undergoing ‘intense physical therapy’
Sen. Mitch McConnell’s office released a health update on Monday saying he’s not ready to return to in-person work after his June hospitalization.
Sen. Mitch McConnell’s office released a health update on Monday saying he’s not ready to return to in-person work after his June hospitalization.
Appeals Court backs block on Trump’s federal voter list, mail-in voting order
President Donald Trump suffered another setback Saturday in the White House’s attempt to exert more control over how states run their elections.
President Donald Trump suffered another setback Saturday in the White House’s attempt to exert more control over how states run their elections.
How new tariffs on Canada will impact the economy | ChicagoLIVE
We speak to Northwestern Prof. Phillip Braun on the newest tariffs proposed by the Trump administration on Canada and how they'll affect the economy and your pocketbook.
We speak to Northwestern Prof. Phillip Braun on the newest tariffs proposed by the Trump administration on Canada and how they'll affect the economy and your pocketbook.
Trump orders warning signs near Smithsonian directing visitors to White House-approved history
Signs will soon appear outside the Smithsonian Institution’s U.S. history museum telling people not to believe everything that they see in the world-famous museum.
Signs will soon appear outside the Smithsonian Institution’s U.S. history museum telling people not to believe everything that they see in the world-famous museum.
Trump’s new tariffs already face 2 lawsuits from small businesses
Two lawsuits filed by small businesses are looking to overturn recent tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration.
Two lawsuits filed by small businesses are looking to overturn recent tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration.
Illinois giving undocumented immigrants in-state tuition rate is unconstitutional, judge says
Illinois allows some undocumented residents to pay in-state tuition as its public colleges and access financial aid.
Illinois allows some undocumented residents to pay in-state tuition as its public colleges and access financial aid.
Maine Democrats set to pick new candidate in key Senate race
The Maine U.S. Senate race captured headlines after Graham Platner had to drop out due to sexual assault allegations. The state party is set to pick a new candidate in a key race.
The Maine U.S. Senate race captured headlines after Graham Platner had to drop out due to sexual assault allegations. The state party is set to pick a new candidate in a key race.
Pritzker says Rep. Ammons should resign, Chicago crime survey | The Chicago Report
Gov. J.B. Pritzker had more to say about the scandal involving Rep. Carol Ammons. And, a new study looks at Chicagoans' perception of crime. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Gov. J.B. Pritzker had more to say about the scandal involving Rep. Carol Ammons. And, a new study looks at Chicagoans' perception of crime. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Education Department removing 'disparate impact' discrimination rule
The Department of Education has narrowed its civil rights enforcement, ruling that school policies resulting in unequal outcomes for certain groups will no longer be considered discriminatory unless intent is proven.
The Department of Education has narrowed its civil rights enforcement, ruling that school policies resulting in unequal outcomes for certain groups will no longer be considered discriminatory unless intent is proven.
Illinois GOP running mate Aaron Del Mar demands ethics reform amid democratic scandal in Springfield
Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor Aaron Del Mar joins The Chicago Report to address recent ethics scandals surrounding Illinois House Democrats, including former Rep. Harry Benton and Rep. Carol Ammons. Del Mar outlines the ethics reforms he and gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey are demanding and weighs in on releasing the Legislative Inspector General's report. Plus, Del Mar defends a proposal to subject non-profits receiving state grant funding to public records laws.
Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor Aaron Del Mar joins The Chicago Report to address recent ethics scandals surrounding Illinois House Democrats, including former Rep. Harry Benton and Rep. Carol Ammons. Del Mar outlines the ethics reforms he and gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey are demanding and weighs in on releasing the Legislative Inspector General's report. Plus, Del Mar defends a proposal to subject non-profits receiving state grant funding to public records laws.
Illinois GOP running mate Aaron Del Mar demands ethics reform amid democratic scandal in Springfield
Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor Aaron Del Mar joins The Chicago Report to address recent ethics scandals surrounding Illinois House Democrats, including former Rep. Harry Benton and Rep. Carol Ammons. Del Mar outlines the ethics reforms he and gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey are demanding and weighs in on releasing the Legislative Inspector General's report. Plus, Del Mar defends a proposal to subject non-profits receiving state grant funding to public records laws.
Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor Aaron Del Mar joins The Chicago Report to address recent ethics scandals surrounding Illinois House Democrats, including former Rep. Harry Benton and Rep. Carol Ammons. Del Mar outlines the ethics reforms he and gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey are demanding and weighs in on releasing the Legislative Inspector General's report. Plus, Del Mar defends a proposal to subject non-profits receiving state grant funding to public records laws.
$50K per year in prison: Illinois' new exoneration compensation law | The Chicago Report
Illinois is increasing compensation for wrongfully convicted residents to up to $50,000 for every year spent in prison under the newly signed Certificate of Innocence Act. State Senator Elgie Sims joins the show to discuss why it took until 2026 for Illinois to adopt the federal standard, how the law expands eligibility to juveniles and probation cases and whether past exonerees can receive retroactive pay.
Illinois is increasing compensation for wrongfully convicted residents to up to $50,000 for every year spent in prison under the newly signed Certificate of Innocence Act. State Senator Elgie Sims joins the show to discuss why it took until 2026 for Illinois to adopt the federal standard, how the law expands eligibility to juveniles and probation cases and whether past exonerees can receive retroactive pay.
SEIU backs Jessica Biggs as CTU slams campaign donors in heated school board race | Chicago Report
The battle for the Chicago Board of Education is heating up as SEIU Local 73 officially endorses Board Member Jessica Biggs for Board President, exposing a growing divide between public school unions. Meanwhile, the Chicago Teachers Union is attacking board president candidate Biggs over campaign donations, alleging she is backed by wealthy business leaders linked to past administration school closures. Jessica Biggs joins the show to respond to the CTU, explain what the SEIU endorsement means for her campaign, and share her vision for leading the district during Chicago's historic first-ever elected school board race.
The battle for the Chicago Board of Education is heating up as SEIU Local 73 officially endorses Board Member Jessica Biggs for Board President, exposing a growing divide between public school unions. Meanwhile, the Chicago Teachers Union is attacking board president candidate Biggs over campaign donations, alleging she is backed by wealthy business leaders linked to past administration school closures. Jessica Biggs joins the show to respond to the CTU, explain what the SEIU endorsement means for her campaign, and share her vision for leading the district during Chicago's historic first-ever elected school board race.
'Price-fixing cartel': UChicago & Northwestern alumni owed money in financial aid lawsuit
Did UChicago and Northwestern collude with other elite colleges to limit financial aid and prioritize wealthier applicants? Lead Attorney Eric Cramer with Berger Montague joins Anita Blanton to break down the multi-million dollar settlement, which students qualifies for payouts, and what comes next as remaining universities face trial over alleged "need-blind" admissions violations.
Did UChicago and Northwestern collude with other elite colleges to limit financial aid and prioritize wealthier applicants? Lead Attorney Eric Cramer with Berger Montague joins Anita Blanton to break down the multi-million dollar settlement, which students qualifies for payouts, and what comes next as remaining universities face trial over alleged "need-blind" admissions violations.
Pritzker pushes for Benton report release, CPS race heats up | The Chicago Report
Gov. Pritzker isn't holding back. He wants the state to release the full ethics report on former State Rep. Harry Benton. And, the Chicago Teachers Union is making their opposition to Chicago School Board candidate Jessica Biggs loud and clear. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Gov. Pritzker isn't holding back. He wants the state to release the full ethics report on former State Rep. Harry Benton. And, the Chicago Teachers Union is making their opposition to Chicago School Board candidate Jessica Biggs loud and clear. All this and more on The Chicago Report.
Gov. Pritzker calls for release of full Harry Benton investigation report: '
Gov. Pritzker did not hold back. He said Thursday he wants the state to put out the full ethics report on former State Rep. Harry Benton.
Gov. Pritzker did not hold back. He said Thursday he wants the state to put out the full ethics report on former State Rep. Harry Benton.
White House holds briefing amid escalating Iran war
The White House held a news briefing as tension with Iran escalates and the U.S. Senate stalls on the SAVE America Act.
The White House held a news briefing as tension with Iran escalates and the U.S. Senate stalls on the SAVE America Act.
Pritzker declares July 25 Emmett Till Day in Illinois: 'To ensure the truth is told'
Gov Pritzker established July 25 as Emmett Till Day in Illinois to honor Till's birthday, legacy, and lasting impact.
Gov Pritzker established July 25 as Emmett Till Day in Illinois to honor Till's birthday, legacy, and lasting impact.
House narrowly passes $1.15 trillion defense bill: What to know
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $1.15 trillion in military spending in a largely party-line 216-212 vote.
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $1.15 trillion in military spending in a largely party-line 216-212 vote.