California bill could lead to a ban on Skittles and other popular candies

A first-of-its-kind bill in California could lead to the ban of popular candies like Skittles, Nerds, and Hot Tamales due to certain additives considered dangerous and toxic.  

Trump indictment: New York braces for protests
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Law enforcement has been ramping up security across multiple high-profile areas in DC and New York City after former President Donald Trump called on his supporters to protest the charges.

More Chicago mayoral endorsements come in for Vallas, Johnson

The Chicago mayoral runoff election is fast approaching and endorsements are steadily coming in for the candidates.

Durbin, Duckworth send 2 names to Biden for new U.S. attorney

To fill the vacant U.S. Attorney spot in Chicago — a position so far held only by white males — Sens. Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth on Monday sent President Joe Biden the names of two former federal prosecutors.

Illinois lawmakers push to pass 'Workers Without Fear Act'

There was a renewed push on Monday to get Illinois legislators to pass protections for workers to stop employers from retaliating against people who speak out.

Trump will surrender if indicted, his lawyer says
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Police and city officials in New York are preparing for a possible indictment of former President Trump, which could come as early as Tuesday.

Early voting begins in Chicago for mayoral runoff election
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Chicago, it's time to pick whether Paul Vallas or Brandon Johnson will be the next mayor; early voting starts on Monday.

Chicago mayoral endorsements continue to roll in for Vallas, Johnson

Chicago mayoral candidates Paul Vallas and Brandon Johnson secured more endorsements Monday two weeks ahead of the run-off election.

Will Donald Trump take a mugshot if he’s indicted?

Donald Trump's arrest – if it happens – won’t look like a traditional Hollywood-style takedown with handcuffs and a 'perp walk.' Here's how experts say it would likely unfold.

Led by Willie Wilson, Paul Vallas receives backing from Black clergy in race for Chicago mayor

Millionaire businessman Will Wilson corralled dozens of Black pastors to endorse Paul Vallas, shoring up the Chicago mayoral candidate's support on the South and West sides before the April 4 runoff.

How the Latino vote could impact the Chicago mayoral election
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Jose Mu?oz from the Illinois Latino Agenda talks about why he thinks securing the Latino vote is a path to victory for Chicago's next mayor.

Early voting opens in Chicago weeks ahead of mayoral runoff election
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Max Bever, director of public information at the Chicago Board of Elections, shares what you need to know ahead of April's runoff elections and what he expects from the citywide turnout.