RFK Jr. defends deep healthcare cuts despite widespread concerns
Public health officials across the country are sounding the alarm about deep cuts being made to healthcare services by HHS.
Public health officials across the country are sounding the alarm about deep cuts being made to healthcare services by HHS.
'Spreading misinformation': State lawmakers share opinions on 'Illinois Homeschool Act'
Two Illinois lawmakers shared their thoughts on the Homeschool Act.
Two Illinois lawmakers shared their thoughts on the Homeschool Act.
Data shows DOGE doesn't dent deficit
DOGE keeps cutting government services and personnel, but the treasury says it's not making much of a difference to America's bottom line
DOGE keeps cutting government services and personnel, but the treasury says it's not making much of a difference to America's bottom line
China retaliates again after Trump bumps tariff levy
China isn't backing down on tariffs, but neither is President Trump.
China isn't backing down on tariffs, but neither is President Trump.
Daylight Saving Time: Should Indiana join Illinois in 'locking the clock?'
We?re just a few weeks removed from springing the clocks forward, stirring debate nationwide yet again over whether the bi-annual tradition is long overdue for a change. On Thursday in Washington, the Commerce Committee welcomed experts from across the country to talk about the impact of locking the clock once and for all. If that were to happen, would Indiana be better off by aligning with Illinois permanently? One of the people called to testify today was longtime advocate Scott Yates, whom FOX 32 has spoken to on several occasions on the idea of "locking the clock."
We?re just a few weeks removed from springing the clocks forward, stirring debate nationwide yet again over whether the bi-annual tradition is long overdue for a change. On Thursday in Washington, the Commerce Committee welcomed experts from across the country to talk about the impact of locking the clock once and for all. If that were to happen, would Indiana be better off by aligning with Illinois permanently? One of the people called to testify today was longtime advocate Scott Yates, whom FOX 32 has spoken to on several occasions on the idea of "locking the clock."
Pritzker invited to testify at Congressional hearing on Illinois' immigration policies
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has been invited to testify at a Congressional hearing on the state’s immigration policies.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has been invited to testify at a Congressional hearing on the state’s immigration policies.
House passes Trump-backed budget blueprint
The House passed a budget blueprint on Thursday, getting President Trump's so-called "big beautiful bill" one step closer to being passed.
The House passed a budget blueprint on Thursday, getting President Trump's so-called "big beautiful bill" one step closer to being passed.
Stocks dip again, but Trump administration stays optimistic
Stocks took another dive today but the Trump Administration is keeping a positive attitude on negotiations while it continues to raise tariffs on China.
Stocks took another dive today but the Trump Administration is keeping a positive attitude on negotiations while it continues to raise tariffs on China.
House moves Trump's budget bill forward: Here's what's next
The Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved a budget framework that advances up to $1.5 trillion in tax breaks and cuts.
The Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved a budget framework that advances up to $1.5 trillion in tax breaks and cuts.
Tariff timeline: What led to 90-day pause with exception of China
Here's the timeline of what happened today with President Trump's tariffs.
Here's the timeline of what happened today with President Trump's tariffs.
Chicago mayor interview: Paris Schutz sits down with Brandon Johnson
FOX 32's Paris Schutz went 1-on-1 Wednesday with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz went 1-on-1 Wednesday with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson talks Trump, CPS contract and more
FOX 32's Paris Schutz sits down with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson to discuss President Donald Trump's recent actions and the benefits he believes the new contract with Chicago Public Schools will deliver.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz sits down with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson to discuss President Donald Trump's recent actions and the benefits he believes the new contract with Chicago Public Schools will deliver.
?A global mess?: Reaction to Trump?s tariff pause as China?s in the spotlight
President Donald Trump is pausing most of his 'reciprocal' tariffs for 90 days.
President Donald Trump is pausing most of his 'reciprocal' tariffs for 90 days.
Kash Patel reportedly removed as acting ATF director
FBI Director Kash Patel is reportedly no longer the acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
FBI Director Kash Patel is reportedly no longer the acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
SAVE Act: How voter registration would change under proposed bill
The SAVE Act is set to get a vote this week. Here’s what to know about the bill that aims to require proof of citizenship to vote.
The SAVE Act is set to get a vote this week. Here’s what to know about the bill that aims to require proof of citizenship to vote.
Illinois bill would require birthdate registration for new devices to shield kids from adult content
Illinois may soon require you to enter your birthdate when buying a phone to help block adult content for kids.
Illinois may soon require you to enter your birthdate when buying a phone to help block adult content for kids.
Illinois bill would require birthdate registration for new phones to shield kids from adult content
Illinois may soon require you to enter your birthdate when buying a phone to help block adult content for kids.
Illinois may soon require you to enter your birthdate when buying a phone to help block adult content for kids.
Illinois bill would deny children access to adult websites, apps
A new bill in Springfield has support from law enforcement saying it will protect children from harmful content, but some are asking if it's an infringement on their privacy rights.
A new bill in Springfield has support from law enforcement saying it will protect children from harmful content, but some are asking if it's an infringement on their privacy rights.
US to implement 104% tariff on China
Starting at midnight Wednesday, President Trump says a 104% tariff against China will take effect.
Starting at midnight Wednesday, President Trump says a 104% tariff against China will take effect.
White House confirms 104% tariff rate for China to start at midnight
Trump has threatened a 104% tariff rate on China starting Wednesday. Here’s what we know.
Trump has threatened a 104% tariff rate on China starting Wednesday. Here’s what we know.