California voters approve Prop 50, redrawing congressional map
California voters have passed Proposition 50, paving the way for a major redrawing of the state’s congressional districts. The change, championed by Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, could flip several Republican-held seats and strengthen Democrats’ chances of retaking the U.S. House in the 2026 midterms. The move comes as states across the country — including Texas, Missouri, and North Carolina — pursue mid-decade redistricting efforts aimed at reshaping political power ahead of next year’s elections.
California voters have passed Proposition 50, paving the way for a major redrawing of the state’s congressional districts. The change, championed by Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, could flip several Republican-held seats and strengthen Democrats’ chances of retaking the U.S. House in the 2026 midterms. The move comes as states across the country — including Texas, Missouri, and North Carolina — pursue mid-decade redistricting efforts aimed at reshaping political power ahead of next year’s elections.
Supreme Court weighs legality of Trump’s tariffs in case brought by Chicago area toymaker
The Supreme Court heard arguments today in a case challenging the legality of former President Trump’s tariffs on imported goods. At the center of the case is Vernon Hills-based Hand2Mind, the parent company of Learning Resources, which argues the president overstepped his authority in imposing tariffs that have cost the family-run business millions. The outcome could have far-reaching implications for U.S. trade policy and the global economy.
The Supreme Court heard arguments today in a case challenging the legality of former President Trump’s tariffs on imported goods. At the center of the case is Vernon Hills-based Hand2Mind, the parent company of Learning Resources, which argues the president overstepped his authority in imposing tariffs that have cost the family-run business millions. The outcome could have far-reaching implications for U.S. trade policy and the global economy.
FAA reducing air traffic by 10% amid ongoing government shutdown
The reduction was prompted due to staffing shortage amid the ongoing government shutdown.
The reduction was prompted due to staffing shortage amid the ongoing government shutdown.
Dept. of Transportation could close some airspace next week amid shutdown, Duffy warns
With flight delays on the rise nationwide, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy cautions that the situation may get worse the longer the government shutdown continues.
With flight delays on the rise nationwide, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy cautions that the situation may get worse the longer the government shutdown continues.
Trump blames shutdown for overwhelming Democratic election win
Voters across the country backed Democrats last night, which Trump blamed Wednesday morning on the government shutdown and the fact that he wasn’t on the ballot.
Voters across the country backed Democrats last night, which Trump blamed Wednesday morning on the government shutdown and the fact that he wasn’t on the ballot.
Block Club Chicago: Broadview ICE processing updates | ChicagoNOW
A federal judge is considering ordering the government to reduce the population at the Broadview ICE processing center meanwhile homeland security secretary Kristi Noem says ICE hasn’t detained any U.S. citizens. Block Club Chicago's Mack Liederman provides updates.
A federal judge is considering ordering the government to reduce the population at the Broadview ICE processing center meanwhile homeland security secretary Kristi Noem says ICE hasn’t detained any U.S. citizens. Block Club Chicago's Mack Liederman provides updates.
Illinois 2026 elections: Everything you need to know
Next year, Illinoisans will go to the polls to vote on several key federal, state, and local elected positions in the 2026 midterm elections.
Next year, Illinoisans will go to the polls to vote on several key federal, state, and local elected positions in the 2026 midterm elections.
Eric, Lara Trump team up with Erika Kirk for Turning Point USA event at Auburn University
The Turning Point USA “This Is the Turning Point Tour" college campus tour is in Alabama Wednesday at Auburn University with Erika Kirk, wife of the late Charlie Kirk, being joined by Eric and Lara Trump, Senator Tommy Tuberville and conservative commentator Benny Johnson.
The Turning Point USA “This Is the Turning Point Tour" college campus tour is in Alabama Wednesday at Auburn University with Erika Kirk, wife of the late Charlie Kirk, being joined by Eric and Lara Trump, Senator Tommy Tuberville and conservative commentator Benny Johnson.
Political analyst breaks down Democratic wins in key off-year elections
North Central College professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo discusses Democrats’ strong election night victories, what they signal about voter sentiment, and how both parties may adjust heading into the midterms.
North Central College professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo discusses Democrats’ strong election night victories, what they signal about voter sentiment, and how both parties may adjust heading into the midterms.
Dems celebrate major election night victories as GOP regroups ahead of midterms
From New York to Virginia, Democrats scored key wins in off-year races, revealing both momentum and divisions within the party as the 2026 midterm battle begins to take shape.
From New York to Virginia, Democrats scored key wins in off-year races, revealing both momentum and divisions within the party as the 2026 midterm battle begins to take shape.
2025 government shutdown is the longest in US history
The previous longest government shutdown was during President Donald Trump’s first term when he demanded Congress give him money for a U.S.-Mexico border wall.
The previous longest government shutdown was during President Donald Trump’s first term when he demanded Congress give him money for a U.S.-Mexico border wall.
Aurora could join list of cities barring feds from using public property
Aurora could join a growing list of local municipalities to bar federal immigration agents from using public property.
Aurora could join a growing list of local municipalities to bar federal immigration agents from using public property.
2025 election results: Democrats score wins for governor, mayor
Today’s election results could signal the nation’s political direction – from governor’s races in New Jersey and Virginia to New York City’s high-profile mayoral contest. Here are the results.
Today’s election results could signal the nation’s political direction – from governor’s races in New Jersey and Virginia to New York City’s high-profile mayoral contest. Here are the results.
Illinois legislature OK major energy bill | The Chicago Report
Among the flurry of bills approved by Illinois lawmakers was one energy bill aimed at saving consumers money, but opponents say it could do the opposite.
Among the flurry of bills approved by Illinois lawmakers was one energy bill aimed at saving consumers money, but opponents say it could do the opposite.
'Right to die' bill debated by Illinois lawmakers | The Chicago Report
Illinois lawmakers approved a bill to allow terminally ill patients to seek medication to end their own lives. We hear from two lawmakers on different sides of the sensitive issue.
Illinois lawmakers approved a bill to allow terminally ill patients to seek medication to end their own lives. We hear from two lawmakers on different sides of the sensitive issue.
Former Democrat politician may have fled country with son after allegedly stealing $30K: officials
Melissa Fireside allegedly stole $30K from her mother's boyfriend living in assisted living facility.
Melissa Fireside allegedly stole $30K from her mother's boyfriend living in assisted living facility.
Aurora joins growing list of cities barring feds from using public property
The City of Aurora is considering banning federal immigration officials from being able to use city property in their operations, joining a growing list of Chicago-area municipalities.
The City of Aurora is considering banning federal immigration officials from being able to use city property in their operations, joining a growing list of Chicago-area municipalities.
California's Prop 50 could decide balance of power in Congress
California voters will decide on the future of redistricting in their state which could also decide the balance of power in Congress in the 2026 midterm elections.
California voters will decide on the future of redistricting in their state which could also decide the balance of power in Congress in the 2026 midterm elections.
Rep. Chuy Garcia criticized for last-minute exit from 2026 race
U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia is defending his last-minute decision not to run for another term in Congress.
U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia is defending his last-minute decision not to run for another term in Congress.
Ex-Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan appeals corruption conviction
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is appealing his conviction for corruption.
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is appealing his conviction for corruption.