'Destroy the US economy': Americans taxed out, poll finds
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President Joe Biden is going after former President Donald Trump's tax cuts as the average American says they need more help from Uncle Sam.

Biden and Trump win primaries in Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, and Wisconsin

Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin held primary elections on Tuesday, a symbolic event now that Biden and Trump have secured the nominations.

Biden, Xi Jinping speak on phone amidst rising tensions
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For the first time since their high-stakes meeting in November, President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are checking in, speaking on the phone on Tuesday.

Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough hospitalized in 'serious' condition

Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough has been hospitalized with a serious medical condition for an undisclosed illness, according to her office.

New book details former Mayor Lori Lightfoot's rise and fall
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The new book "The City is Up For Grabs" by Chicago Tribune reporter Gregory Pratt documents former Mayor Lori Lightfoot's tumultuous four years in office before failing to be reelected.

Donald Trump posts $175 million bond in NY civil fraud case, halting collection of massive judgment

Donald Trump has posted a $175 million bond in his New York civil fraud case, halting collection of the more than $454 million he owes and preventing the state from seizing his assets to satisfy the debt while he appeals.

Eileen O'Neill Burke celebrates Cook County State's Attorney nomination
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Chicago Democrats voted for Eileen O'Neill Burke to face the GOP nominee for Cook County States Attorney in the general election. Burke held an event Monday morning to thank her supporters for getting her on the November ballot.

Eileen O'Neill Burke looks to general election
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Eileen O'Neill Burke, Democratic nominee for Cook County State's Attorney, will host a victory event Monday morning after a close race against Clayton Harris. She will join her supports at Plumbers’ JAC Local 130 to celebrate and talk about plans for the upcoming general election.

Race for the White House heats up after Biden's fundraiser
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President Biden is celebrating the richest Democratic fundraiser in history, but Donald Trump is eyeing an even bigger haul. Mark Meredith is at the White House as the presidential race heats up.

Biden holds record fundraiser with Obama, Clinton
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Twenty-six million dollars: That's the record haul for the Biden campaign after a glitzy New York fundraiser. It also brought together former Presidents Obama and Clinton.

Man runs for president after changing name to ‘Literally Anybody Else’

Literally Anybody Else, whose former name was Dustin Ebey, is a seventh-grade teacher and U.S. Army veteran who has decided to enter the presidential race.

Chicago mayor defends alderman after flag burning incident
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson stood up for an alderman who is facing backlash over a flag burning incident outside of City Hall.

Israel, U.S. talk next steps in Gaza war
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Talks between the U.S. and Israel on what steps are next in the war in Gaza have resumed. The White House says both sides are still looking for a convenient date to meet after a canceled meeting this week. Caroline Shively reports from Washington.

Ballots still being counted for Cook County State's Attorney race
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Ballots are still being counted for the state's primary election and one of the contests is the Democratic primary race for Cook County State's Attorney.