US military draft disqualifications list: See if you're exempt

Learn the latest 2026 U.S. military draft disqualifications and exemptions, including medical fitness standards, conscientious objector status, and the registration rules under the NDAA.

Who is Joe Kent? Trump counterterrorism admin, veteran resigns over Iran war

The director of the National Counterterrorism Center has announced his resignation, saying he “cannot in good conscience" back the Trump administration’s war in Iran.

Key Illinois primary races in focus as voters head to the polls
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Dr. Constance Mixon, political science professor at Elmhurst University, breaks down the high-stakes Illinois primary contests, including the open U.S. Senate seat and several competitive congressional and local races.

Polls open for Illinois Primary Election
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Primary Election Day is here in Illinois, the culmination of months of campaigning, political ads, voter canvassing, and heated debates.

Greg Bovino to retire, election day preview | The Chicago Report
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Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino announces retirement plan, and all you need to know before heading to the polls on Election Day.

Jesse Jackson's family withdraws endorsement for Stratton | The Chicago Report
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After Juliana Stratton's campaign claimed she had been endorsed by Jesse Jackson before his death last month, his family said the process was not complete before he died and no endorsement was given.

Controversial Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino to retire, reports say | The Chicago Report
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Greg Bovino, the U.S. Border Patrol commander who became the face of the Trump administration's mass deportation campaign before he was reassigned from his leadership role amid controversial immigration raids throughout the country, will retire. 

Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino to retire, reports say
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Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino has announced his retirement, according to multiple reports, drawing reaction from several Illinois politicians. 

Previewing the Illinois primary election on Tuesday
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Tuesday is Election Day in Illinois, and several races are toss ups. FOX Chicago's Paris Schutz breaks it all down.

Kennedy Center board votes in favor of 2-year closure for renovations

The Kennedy Center's board of directors voted on Monday to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations. 

What you need to know before voting in tomorrow's primary election
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Max Bever of the Chicago Board of Elections shares an update on early voting turnout and explains what voters need to know about polling places, same-day registration and vote-by-mail ahead of Election Day.

TSA wait times: Airline CEOs blast Congress; ‘simply unacceptable’

As some travelers are waiting for 2, 3, and even up to 4 hours in TSA security lines, airline industry leaders are pressing lawmakers to make some changes.

FCC chair threatens TV networks over Iran war coverage

Brendan Carr, chairman of the FCC, warned that TV broadcasters could have their licenses revoked if they don’t “correct course” on their coverage of the Trump administration’s war against Iran.