CTA fires private security guards, plans to use more police officers
The Chicago Transit Authority is firing about 160 private security guards to replace them with police officers to maintain security on its transit system.
The Chicago Transit Authority is firing about 160 private security guards to replace them with police officers to maintain security on its transit system.
Tiffany Henyard cleared to run for county board race in Georgia
Fulton County election officials cleared a controversial former Illinois mayor to run for a commissioner seat Monday following a detailed investigation into her residency claims.
Fulton County election officials cleared a controversial former Illinois mayor to run for a commissioner seat Monday following a detailed investigation into her residency claims.
Tiffany Henyard cleared to run for county board race in Georgia
Fulton County election officials cleared a controversial former Illinois mayor to run for a commissioner seat Monday following a detailed investigation into her residency claims.
Fulton County election officials cleared a controversial former Illinois mayor to run for a commissioner seat Monday following a detailed investigation into her residency claims.
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigns: What to know
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is the third Trump Cabinet member to leave recently. Here's what to know.
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is the third Trump Cabinet member to leave recently. Here's what to know.
Illinois teachers union weighs in on Bears stadium debate
The powerful IFT is injecting itself into the debate over a bill the Bears want passed to build a new suburban stadium.
The powerful IFT is injecting itself into the debate over a bill the Bears want passed to build a new suburban stadium.
U.S. heads to Pakistan for second Iran talks, ceasefire uncertain
U.S. negotiators, including JD Vance, will be going to Pakistan soon for a second round of in-person negotiations to end the war with Iran. Right now, it's not clear if Iran will even be at the table.
U.S. negotiators, including JD Vance, will be going to Pakistan soon for a second round of in-person negotiations to end the war with Iran. Right now, it's not clear if Iran will even be at the table.
Canadian PM calls Canada’s economic ties with US a 'weakness' that must change
In a video address, Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered an assessment of Canada’s economic relationship with the United States, warning that ties have shifted from a strategic advantage to a "weakness."
In a video address, Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered an assessment of Canada’s economic relationship with the United States, warning that ties have shifted from a strategic advantage to a "weakness."
Shreveport, Louisiana shooting was 7th mass killing in 2026 - See full list
The tragic deaths of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana, were the latest in the line of mass killings across the United States. Less than four months into 2026, there have already been seven shootings in which four or more people were killed, new data from the Gun Violence Archive showed.
The tragic deaths of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana, were the latest in the line of mass killings across the United States. Less than four months into 2026, there have already been seven shootings in which four or more people were killed, new data from the Gun Violence Archive showed.
Trump reading Bible verse from Oval Office in marathon event
President Trump will take part in a marathon Bible reading event that celebrates 250 years of the Bible in America. Several other politicians and leaders from his administration will be reading verses as well.
President Trump will take part in a marathon Bible reading event that celebrates 250 years of the Bible in America. Several other politicians and leaders from his administration will be reading verses as well.
Bailey says calling Chicago a ‘hellhole’ was ‘dumb’ as he courts more city votes
Bailey said his calling Chicago a "hellhole" in his last campaign was "dumb" as he tries to attract more urban voters.
Bailey said his calling Chicago a "hellhole" in his last campaign was "dumb" as he tries to attract more urban voters.
FBI Director Kash Patel vows to take The Atlantic to court over 'defamatory' report
FBI Director Kash Patel is denying excessive drinking and unexplained absences alleged in a recent report from The Atlantic, saying, “I’ll see you in court.”
FBI Director Kash Patel is denying excessive drinking and unexplained absences alleged in a recent report from The Atlantic, saying, “I’ll see you in court.”
Pope Leo on Trump: 'Not in my interest' to debate him
Pope Leo addressed the back-and-forth comments involving President Trump this weekend, saying it was “not in my interest” to debate Trump, and that he would continue preaching the Gospel message of peace.
Pope Leo addressed the back-and-forth comments involving President Trump this weekend, saying it was “not in my interest” to debate Trump, and that he would continue preaching the Gospel message of peace.
Pritzker gave another $5M to boost Stratton in Senate primary, records show
Pritzker donated another $5 million to a super PAC supporting Stratton, in her successful U.S. Senate primary campaign, FEC records show.
Pritzker donated another $5 million to a super PAC supporting Stratton, in her successful U.S. Senate primary campaign, FEC records show.
Trump fast-tracks review of psychedelic drugs to treat depression, PTSD
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the study of using psychedelic drugs to treat Americans – especially veterans – living with depression, PTSD and other conditions.
‘Credit card chaos’? Financial institutions bet big on repeal of first-of-its-kind Illinois law
"Credit cards may not work for sales tax or tips starting July 1." By now, you’ve heard that claim, but whether it’s true depends on who you ask.
"Credit cards may not work for sales tax or tips starting July 1." By now, you’ve heard that claim, but whether it’s true depends on who you ask.
CPS parent reacts to May 1 drama | The Chicago Report
After a lot of back and forth, Chicago Public School leaders and the teachers union have agreed school will be in session on May 1. But there's a catch. Starting at 1 p.m. CPS will provide about 100 buses and students will have an excused absence for the afternoon if they want to be chaperoned and attend the May Day protests. They have to get a permission slip. No student will be retaliated against if they choose to stay in school and not attend. Brittany Preston is a CPS parent. She has 4 children in the district, and she's here to weigh in.
After a lot of back and forth, Chicago Public School leaders and the teachers union have agreed school will be in session on May 1. But there's a catch. Starting at 1 p.m. CPS will provide about 100 buses and students will have an excused absence for the afternoon if they want to be chaperoned and attend the May Day protests. They have to get a permission slip. No student will be retaliated against if they choose to stay in school and not attend. Brittany Preston is a CPS parent. She has 4 children in the district, and she's here to weigh in.
Money moves to stay afloat in the economy | The Chicago Report
With rising costs and economic uncertainty hitting close to home, a lot of people say they’re living paycheck to paycheck. Dr. Boyce Watkins is the founder of the Black Business School is joining us tonight to break down what’s really going on and what families can do to stay afloat.
With rising costs and economic uncertainty hitting close to home, a lot of people say they’re living paycheck to paycheck. Dr. Boyce Watkins is the founder of the Black Business School is joining us tonight to break down what’s really going on and what families can do to stay afloat.
CPS parent reacts to May 1 drama| The Chicago Report
After a lot of back and forth, Chicago Public School leaders and the teachers union have agreed school will be in session on May 1. But there's a catch. Starting at 1 p.m. CPS will provide about 100 buses and students will have an excused absence for the afternoon if they want to be chaperoned and attend the May Day protests. They have to get a permission slip. No student will be retaliated against if they choose to stay in school and not attend. Brittany Preston is a CPS parent. She has 4 children in the district, and she's here to weigh in.
After a lot of back and forth, Chicago Public School leaders and the teachers union have agreed school will be in session on May 1. But there's a catch. Starting at 1 p.m. CPS will provide about 100 buses and students will have an excused absence for the afternoon if they want to be chaperoned and attend the May Day protests. They have to get a permission slip. No student will be retaliated against if they choose to stay in school and not attend. Brittany Preston is a CPS parent. She has 4 children in the district, and she's here to weigh in.
Charlie Kirk murder: Suspect Tyler Robinson back in court as his lawyers want cameras banned
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, was back in court Friday as his lawyers fight to ban cameras in the courtroom, saying live broadcasts of the trial are a violation of his right to a fair trial.
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, was back in court Friday as his lawyers fight to ban cameras in the courtroom, saying live broadcasts of the trial are a violation of his right to a fair trial.
Kamala Harris hints at presidential run: How she polls versus JD Vance, Tucker Carlson
While former Vice President Kamala Harris has not officially launched a 2028 presidential campaign, her name is already circulating in the political space. Here’s where some polls say she stands among other potential contenders.
While former Vice President Kamala Harris has not officially launched a 2028 presidential campaign, her name is already circulating in the political space. Here’s where some polls say she stands among other potential contenders.