Trump-backed candidates win majority of Republican primary races for Indiana Senate
A majority of Republican Indiana state senators whose opponents were endorsed by President Trump lost on Tuesday.
A majority of Republican Indiana state senators whose opponents were endorsed by President Trump lost on Tuesday.
Restricting explosives in Illinois, and why is Chicago flooding worse? | The Chicago Report
We hear about why flooding in the Chicago area is getting worse, what Mayor Brandon Johnson said about his lobbying efforts in Springfield this week, and the battle over a substation in Lincoln Park.
We hear about why flooding in the Chicago area is getting worse, what Mayor Brandon Johnson said about his lobbying efforts in Springfield this week, and the battle over a substation in Lincoln Park.
Indiana Primary Election: What the results show so far
President Trump is getting revenge in Indiana. Candidates he supported are beating some of the incumbents that dared to go against him.
President Trump is getting revenge in Indiana. Candidates he supported are beating some of the incumbents that dared to go against him.
Federal watchdog to review ‘effectiveness’ of National Guard deployment to Chicago
The Dept. of War's watchdog agency will review the "effectiveness" of the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago and other cities.
The Dept. of War's watchdog agency will review the "effectiveness" of the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago and other cities.
Why Chicago flooding is getting worse | The Chicago Report
Why is Chicago seeing more frequent and severe flooding? We ask Sun-Times reporter Brett Chase to break down what he's found.
Why is Chicago seeing more frequent and severe flooding? We ask Sun-Times reporter Brett Chase to break down what he's found.
Illinois bill could restrict who can handle explosives, fireworks | The Chicago Report
Some state lawmakers want to tighten the rules around the handling and storage of fireworks and explosives.
Some state lawmakers want to tighten the rules around the handling and storage of fireworks and explosives.
ComEd wants to replace COVID testing site with substation | The Chicago Report
ComEd has its eyes set on a former COVID testing site in Lincoln Park to install a substation, which neighbors are opposed to.
ComEd has its eyes set on a former COVID testing site in Lincoln Park to install a substation, which neighbors are opposed to.
Chicago sees uptick in crime in April | The Chicago Report
The number of shootings and homicides are on the rise in Chicago through the first quarter of 2026, according to new crime data.
The number of shootings and homicides are on the rise in Chicago through the first quarter of 2026, according to new crime data.
Chicago mayor blasts bill tied to new Bears stadium | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday criticized state lawmakers' efforts to push through a piece of legislation the Chicago Bears say is necessary to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday criticized state lawmakers' efforts to push through a piece of legislation the Chicago Bears say is necessary to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.
Trump's retribution? What to watch in Tuesday's elections in Indiana, Ohio and Michigan
President Trump's campaign to punish Republicans who stand in his way moves through Indiana on Tuesday, when voters go to the polls.
President Trump's campaign to punish Republicans who stand in his way moves through Indiana on Tuesday, when voters go to the polls.
Transgender policy at elite women’s college spurs Education Dept. investigation
An all-women’s college in Massachusetts is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for admitting transgender women.
An all-women’s college in Massachusetts is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for admitting transgender women.
Chicago mayor bashes effort to pass bill tied to Bears stadium as ‘short-sighted’
Johnson said he didn't know why anyone who represents Chicago would back the effort to allow the Bears to move to Arlington Heights.
Johnson said he didn't know why anyone who represents Chicago would back the effort to allow the Bears to move to Arlington Heights.
Supreme Court preserves abortion pill access; Planned Parenthood CEO weighs in | ChicagoLIVE
The Supreme Court has temporarily restored access to the abortion pill mifepristone. Adrienne White-Faines, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Illinois, joins us to explain what the ruling means for patients and what could come next.
The Supreme Court has temporarily restored access to the abortion pill mifepristone. Adrienne White-Faines, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Illinois, joins us to explain what the ruling means for patients and what could come next.
Grand jury indicts WHCD shooting suspect on 4 counts
A federal grand jury has returned a four-count indictment against the man accused in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, adding a new charge.
A federal grand jury has returned a four-count indictment against the man accused in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, adding a new charge.
Indiana primary underway with key races drawing national attention
As polls open across Indiana, Kaitlin Lange from IndyStar break down high-stakes primary contests, including closely watched congressional races and the impact of presidential endorsements.
As polls open across Indiana, Kaitlin Lange from IndyStar break down high-stakes primary contests, including closely watched congressional races and the impact of presidential endorsements.
Chicago mayor to lobby state lawmakers to preserve $12M in potential lost revenue
Johnson and other suburban mayors say the loss of state revenue would impact local governments' ability to provide key services.
Johnson and other suburban mayors say the loss of state revenue would impact local governments' ability to provide key services.
DOJ goes after IL schools, Chicago gambling debate | The Chicago Report
Why the Department of Justice is targeting Illinois schools for teaching "gender ideology"; a Chicago alderman wants to limit city officials' ability to bet on prediction markets; and why one South Side community is slamming Walgreens for closing their local store.
Why the Department of Justice is targeting Illinois schools for teaching "gender ideology"; a Chicago alderman wants to limit city officials' ability to bet on prediction markets; and why one South Side community is slamming Walgreens for closing their local store.
Push to limit Chicago officials' ability to bet on prediction markets | The Chicago Report
A Chicago alderman is pushing to limit how city officials can use prediction market platforms, citing concerns over conflicts of interest and access to sensitive information.
A Chicago alderman is pushing to limit how city officials can use prediction market platforms, citing concerns over conflicts of interest and access to sensitive information.
Trump admin probes Illinois schools over teaching 'gender ideology' | The Chicago Report
Dozens of Illinois school districts are in the crosshairs of a federal investigation over teaching so-called "gender ideology," but it's still unclear exactly what the probe is about.
Dozens of Illinois school districts are in the crosshairs of a federal investigation over teaching so-called "gender ideology," but it's still unclear exactly what the probe is about.
Senate quietly bans lawmakers from betting on prediction markets
Senators can no longer use insider information to profit on emerging prediction market platforms.
Senators can no longer use insider information to profit on emerging prediction market platforms.