Chicago mayor, council remain deadlocked on budget as shutdown threat looms
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The Chicago budget showdown is coming down to the wire. Mayor Brandon Johnson spent Monday afternoon meeting with City Council members who oppose his proposed corporate head tax.

Chicago mayor, council remain deadlocked on budget as shutdown threat looms

The Chicago budget showdown is coming down to the wire. Mayor Brandon Johnson spent Monday afternoon meeting with City Council members who oppose his proposed corporate head tax.

3 Americans killed in ISIS ambush in Syria as U.S. vows retaliation
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Two U.S. soldiers and an American interpreter were killed in an ISIS attack near Palmyra, Syria, prompting President Donald Trump and the Pentagon to promise swift retaliation as the investigation continues.

House Democrats release new Epstein photos
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Exactly one week before the deadline for the Justice Department to release all its files on Jeffrey Epstein, House Democrats unveil new photos from his estate.

Indiana Senate rejects Trump's redistricting effort
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Indiana shot down President Donald Trump's redistricting plan. Now, the state might lose federal money.

Bradyn's Law: Wisconsin family turns tragedy into action amid rising sextortion cases | ChicagoLIVE
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Bradyn Bohn’s parents, Luke and Brittany, share their son’s story and the urgent message behind Wisconsin’s new sextortion law as families nationwide confront the growing online threat.

New photos from Epstein's estate show Trump, Bill Clinton and more

House Democrats released new photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate and called the images "disturbing." They include President Trump, former President Bill Clinton and other high-profile men.

Trump vows to ramp up pressure on Venezuela amid tanker seizure, rising tensions
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The U.S. escalates actions against Venezuela with a tanker seizure and new anti-drug operations as both Trump and Maduro trade sharp accusations in a rapidly intensifying standoff.

National Guard to stay in Chicago as legal fight over deployment continues

The Trump administration has extended the National Guard’s deployment in the Chicago area, despite a recent court ruling that the president does not have that authority.

New Illinois laws taking effect in 2026 you'll want to know about

As 2026 approaches, several new Illinois laws are slated to take effect on Jan. 1 that could impact your daily life more than you know. 

Trump admin touts economic outlook for 2026
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The White House projects lower inflation and steady jobs ahead while debates over interest rates and healthcare affordability intensify in Washington.

Feds threaten CTA funding after security request | ChicagoNOW
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The Federal Transit Administration is threatening CTA funding if the agency doesn’t implement a “verifiable security enhancement plan” by December 19th. Block Club Chicago's Mack Liederman joins to share more on this story.

New curfew proposal introduced to City Council | ChicagoNOW
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A new curfew proposal was introduced to the City Council in response to the fatal shooting that happened after the tree lighting ceremony. Block Club Chicago's Mack Liederman joins to share more on this story.