Illinois task force seeks to honor Underground Railroad history

An Illinois task force is working to bring greater recognition to the state’s role in the Underground Railroad.

Illinois moves to boost education, tourism through Underground Railroad history
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An Illinois task force is working to bring greater recognition to the state?s role in the Underground Railroad, identifying over 200 historic sites that once served as safe havens for freedom seekers fleeing slavery in the South.

Johnson walks back $300M property tax hike

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is calling an audible, as he walks back his proposal for a $300 million property tax hike to balance the budget.

Judge delays ruling in Trump criminal case, expert weighs in
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Looks like President-elect Trump will have to wait a bit longer on that hush money case in New York. The judge on Tuesday put off deciding on overturning his conviction.

Senate leadership race heats up as Trump builds his cabinet
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The GOP flipped the Senate and is about to lock down the House. Now, the focus is on which Republicans will snag those top leadership roles in Congress.

Trump Cabinet 2024
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As Donald Trump's second administration takes shape, Battleground delivers an exclusive look at the key players and policies that will define the next four years. From Marco Rubio's surprise appointment as Secretary of State to the implications of a potential Republican trifecta in Washington, S.E. Cupp examines how Trump's agenda could reshape America. Plus, a deep dive into Trump's evolving relationship with Big Tech executives and what his mass deportation plans could mean for Michigan's crucial auto i

Kristi Noem to be next Homeland Security Secretary
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South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem will join President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet. Noem will oversee several agencies, including the Secret Service.

Chicago community leaders host post-election discussion
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Community leaders on Chicago's West Side are trying to ease fears following Election Day. Leaders Network hosted a public discussion Tuesday at the Columbus Park Refectory.

Judge delays ruling on whether to dismiss Trump's hush money conviction

A federal judge has delayed ruling on Trump’s felony conviction in his hush money case on the basis of presidential immunity that was issued by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Here it is: The final 2024 electoral map

President-elect Donald Trump had a historic comeback in the 2024 election after losing four years ago to President Joe Biden. Here's a look at the final 2024 electoral map.

Trump expected to tap Marco Rubio for Secretary of State
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Despite past disagreements, President-elect Donald Trump will likely appoint Florida Senator Marco Rubio as the next Secretary of State.

How many House seats are still undecided? GOP close to majority

Many undeclared seats for the House were in the western U.S. or in swing districts. Here’s a look at what’s already flipped, and what’s left to be called.

'Holding the line': Chicago leaders vow to fight Trump's immigration plans
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Illinois leaders are pushing back against the Trump administration's plans to ramp up immigration enforcement, signaling they?ll stand firm on the state?s sanctuary status.

Chicago, Illinois leaders prepare for fight over Trump's immigration plans

Illinois leaders are pushing back against the Trump administration's plans to ramp up immigration enforcement, signaling they’ll stand firm on the state’s sanctuary status.

Illinois officials push back against Trump's immigration policies
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Illinois leaders are pushing back against the Trump administration's plans to ramp up immigration enforcement, signaling they?ll stand firm on the state?s sanctuary status.

What Happens Next in 2024?
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As America begins to process Donald Trump's historic return to the White House, Battleground kicks off a special week of coverage examining what his second term could mean for the nation. From the economy that decided the election to the emergence of a new "Red Wall" in the South, S.E. Cupp and expert analysts break down the policies, politics, and implications of Trump's sweeping victory. Plus, exclusive insights into the surprise Senate upset in Pennsylvania that has further reshaped the balance of powe