Biden launches a new push to limit health care costs
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President Biden rolled out a new set of initiatives to reduce health care costs and limit short term plans.

First GOP debate faces threats of boycott as lower-polling candidates try to qualify

With a focus on gathering support and securing a spot on the debate stage, GOP candidates with lower poll numbers face pressure to meet the requirements set by the Republican National Committee.

Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter celebrate 77th wedding anniversary

Seventy-seven years ago, a U.S. Navy midshipman exchanged vows with a woman he'd met and fell in love with years earlier. Little did they both know that their marriage would become the longest of any presidential couple.

Mayor Johnson's Transition Report for Chicago's future unveiled

The Mayor included people who did not originally support his election to office in the planning process. He says that represents the spirit of collaboration moving Chicago forward.

Johnson's Transition Report for Chicago's future unveiled
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Mayor Brandon Johnson enlisted the input of nearly 400 people to chart the future of Chicago. The report they delivered Thursday outlined recommendations on education, housing, transportation, equity and public safety.

Johnson appoints new Chicago school board president, 5 new members

Mayor Brandon Johnson announced his pick for Chicago Board of Education president and appointed several new members Wednesday. 

Mayor Johnson to review Transition Committee Report
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Mayor Brandon Johnson will be getting the first report from his transition subcommittee Thursday morning at a historic church on the South Side. The 200+ page report will help create a roadmap for the work ahead.

Judge limits Biden administration's contact with social media companies
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A federal judge has severely limited Biden administration officials and their dealings with social media companies in a sweeping ruling that is a huge win for free speech advocates and those who say their content is being unfairly squelched by the federal government.

Morning-after pill vending machines gain popularity at college campuses post-Roe

Since last November, a library at the University of Washington has featured a different kind of vending machine. It's stocked with ibuprofen, pregnancy tests and the morning-after pill.

Darren Bailey announces run for Congress, will challenge Mike Bost
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Darren Bailey, currently serving in the Illinois General Assembly and previously a candidate for governor in 2022, announced Tuesday night that he will run for Congress.

Darren Bailey announces run for Congress, will challenge Mike Bost

Darren Bailey, currently serving in the Illinois General Assembly and previously a candidate for governor in 2022, announced Tuesday night that he will run for Congress.

Taking on Trump: what to know for 2024 election
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While most Americans were enjoying the long holiday weekend, Republican presidential primary candidates were making their case against President Joe Biden and GOP frontrunner Donald Trump.

Supreme Court decisions spark fallout as Americans divided on hot button issues
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It's been a full weekend of fallout after a handful of blockbuster decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court. New polling data shows where Americans stand on hot button issues like affirmative action, all as the campaign trail heats up for Republicans.

Biden offers alternative student debt relief plan following Supreme Court ruling

President Joe Biden is offering an alternative student debt plan designed to ease borrowers’ threat of default if they fall behind on their payments.