New poll shows how Americans feel about Congress, Trump during government shutdown
A new Gallup poll shows how Americans feel about Congress as the government shutdown enters its third week.
DHS responds after Chicago lawmaker says he was stopped by immigration agents at gunpoint
The Department of Homeland Security is responding after an interaction with local State Rep. Hoan Huynh.
Judge extends block of Illinois National Guard deployment until Supreme Court ruling
A federal judge has agreed to extend indefinitely a temporary restraining order blocking the deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois until the U.S. Supreme Court issues a final ruling or until this goes to trial on merit.
Americans want a third party but won't support it, poll suggests
A new poll finds that many people feel unsure of supporting a candidate from a third party in part because of the implications of voting for one in an election.
The federal government is still shut down. Here’s why | ChicagoLIVE
Paris Schutz joins us with insight on where negotiations stand in Washington | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Trump wants $230M from DOJ for past prosecutions: 'They owe me a lot of money'
President Donald Trump wants the Justice Department to pay him millions of dollars for past prosecutions against him, but critics say that would be unethical.
Most Americans say country is heading in wrong direction, poll finds
A new national survey shows deepening pessimism about the nation’s direction, with Democrats now far more likely than Republicans to say the U.S. is on the wrong track.
Illinois’ Sen. Dick Durbin seeks to reform Insurrection Act to stop Trump’s ‘dangerous overreach’
Sen. Dick Durbin is calling for reforms to the Insurrection Act to stop Trump from "dangerous executive overreach."
What to know about SNAP benefits as government shutdown continues
The USDA warned SNAP benefits for November could be delayed if the government shutdown continues.
Nearly 2M Illinoisans could lose food assistance on Nov. 1 due to government shutdown, state says
Nearly 2 million Illinois residents could lose federal food assistant starting next month if the government shutdown continues.
Trump cancels summit with Putin amid signs Russia won’t budge on Ukraine
President Trump called off a planned meeting with Vladimir Putin, citing Russia’s unwillingness to negotiate a Ukraine ceasefire as tensions and attacks escalate.
Social media erupts over Chicago teacher mocking Charlie Kirk's death in 'No Kings' viral video
A video that users on social media say shows a school teacher in Chicago mocking the death of Charlie Kirk at a protest went viral over the weekend, with many calling for the woman to lose her job.
Social media erupts over Chicago teacher mocking Charlie Kirk's death in 'No Kings' viral video
A video of a woman that users on social media say shows a school teacher in Chicago mocking the death of Charlie Kirk at a protest went viral over the weekend, with many calling for the woman to lose her job. (Credit: Instagram user @that84bullnose and Storyful)
Book tackles a scientific approach to social change | The Chicago Report
The authors of "Somebody Should Do Something" spoke with Paris Schutz about a scientific approach to creating a mass movement for change.
Chicago chocolate shop's signs spark political firestorm
A Northwest Side businesswoman, who has made it clear that all are welcome in her shop except ICE, has the support of Gov. JB Pritzker.
Pritzker pushes back on Mayor Johnson’s $16 billion Chicago budget
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration on Tuesday began the process of securing votes to pass his more than $16 billion city budget.
Trump admin agrees to extend block of National Guard deployment in Illinois
The Trump administration said it will agree to extend a judge’s block of the deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois as the Supreme Court reviews the case.
Government shutdown hits 3 weeks as Illinois families feel the effects
As the government shutdown hits the three week mark, Illinois families are starting to feel the effects.
Judge extends block of Illinois National Guard deployment until Supreme Court ruling
A federal judge has agreed to extend indefinitely a temporary restraining order blocking the deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois until the U.S. Supreme Court issues a final ruling or until this goes to trial on merit.
Harvey mayor talks furloughs, city finances and what's next | ChicagoLIVE
Harvey's mayor says furloughing 69 city employees was a tough but necessary step to prevent layoffs and keep essential services running. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.