Madigan's longtime business partner testifies in corruption trial
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Michael Madigan, during his second day of cross-examination, was grilled about his law firm's earnings, his influence in state politics, and his relationships with key figures like former Ald. Danny Solis.

Cook County taxpayers to foot bill in dispute involving Board of Review commissioner

Cook County taxpayers are set to pay $180,000 as part of a settlement involving a wrongful termination lawsuit against Board of Review Commissioner Samantha Steele.

Pete Hegseth faces Senate confirmation for Defense Secretary: What to know

President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, underwent his Senate confirmation hearings on Tuesday, where senators scrutinized his fitness for the role due to his past as a combat veteran and TV host.

Trump proposes 'External Revenue Service' to collect tariffs

The president-elect announced the proposed agency on his social media platform writing that the U.S. “will begin charging those that make money off of us with Trade, and they will start paying."

Madigan, business partner testify as co-defendant McClain seeks separate trial

As the federal corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan nears its end, his co-defendant, Michael McClain is once again demanding their trials be separated.

Confirmation hearing gets spicy for defense nominee Pete Hegseth
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Democrats want answers about a slew of allegations against President-elect Donald Trump's Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth, including sexual misconduct and alcohol issues.

Rednote, Lemon8: What to know about the possible alternatives to TikTok

With a potential TikTok ban looming, social media users are turning to platforms like Rednote and Lemon8 to create and enjoy content.

Special Counsel's final report on Trump's presidential election interference case released

In a highly anticipated report released Tuesday, Special counsel Jack Smith asserted that his team "stood up for the rule of law" during its investigation into President-elect Donald Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election results.

Illinois lawmakers introduce bill to decriminalize prostitution

Illinois State Senator Celina Villanueva and State Representative Will Guzzardi introduced new legislation Monday aimed at decriminalizing prostitution in the state. 

Madigan back on the stand for cross-examination
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Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan returned to the witness stand Monday afternoon in his federal corruption trial.

Could Illinois be the next state to decriminalize prostitution?
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Illinois lawmakers have introduced a bill to decriminalize sex work, aiming to improve safety and access to essential services for sex workers.

Chicago aldermen propose weakening sanctuary city protections
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As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office with promises of mass deportations, a proposal to amend Chicago?s Welcoming City Ordinance is reigniting debate over the city?s sanctuary status.

Chicago doctors return from Gaza, call for release of detained healthcare workers
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A group of Chicago doctors are back from their trip to the Gaza strip. They're calling for the release of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and other healthcare workers detained by Israeli forces.