When will SNAP payments resume now that the government shutdown has ended?
The bill for the Agriculture Department means people who rely on key food assistance programs will see those benefits funded without threat of interruption through the rest of the budget year.
The bill for the Agriculture Department means people who rely on key food assistance programs will see those benefits funded without threat of interruption through the rest of the budget year.
Rev. Jesse Jackson hospitalized in Chicago, family confirms
Rev. Jesse Jackson, a longtime civil rights leader and former presidential candidate, is hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, a longtime civil rights leader and former presidential candidate, is hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.
Epstein files: discharge petition gains signatures needed to force US House vote
A discharge petition regarding the release of the Epstein files gained its 218th signature on Wednesday, the threshold needed to force a U.S. House vote on the matter.
A discharge petition regarding the release of the Epstein files gained its 218th signature on Wednesday, the threshold needed to force a U.S. House vote on the matter.
Illinois lawmakers react as Congress reaches deal to reopen government
Illinois legislators are reacting after Congress reached a budget deal Wednesday that reopened the federal government following a 43-day shutdown.
Illinois legislators are reacting after Congress reached a budget deal Wednesday that reopened the federal government following a 43-day shutdown.
Rev. Jesse Jackson hospitalized in Chicago, family confirms
Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.
Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.
Trump signs stopgap bill, ending government shutdown
The House voted Wednesday to end the government shutdown after the Senate agreed on a bill earlier this week to reopen the government.
The House voted Wednesday to end the government shutdown after the Senate agreed on a bill earlier this week to reopen the government.
Trump signs bill ending historic government shutdown
The House vote on Wednesday was 222-209.
The House vote on Wednesday was 222-209.
CPS OIG releases spending report | The Chicago Report
A new spending report sheds light on the lavish trips taken by Chicago Public Schools officials amid a budget crunch.
A new spending report sheds light on the lavish trips taken by Chicago Public Schools officials amid a budget crunch.
Business groups push back on Chicago mayor's budget | The Chicago Report
You'd be hard pressed to find a member of Chicago's Civic and Business community that isn't calling attention to Mayor Johnson's proposed $16.7 billion budget that calls for big new tax hikes.
You'd be hard pressed to find a member of Chicago's Civic and Business community that isn't calling attention to Mayor Johnson's proposed $16.7 billion budget that calls for big new tax hikes.
House debates government funding bill | The Chicago Report
House lawmakers are expected to vote on a deal to reopen the federal government on Wednesday night.
House lawmakers are expected to vote on a deal to reopen the federal government on Wednesday night.
JFK’s grandson enters House race for New York seat
Jack Schlossberg, grandson of President John F. Kennedy, is running for the U.S. House seat soon to be vacated by Rep. Jerry Nadler, as Democrats look to retake control in the 2026 midterms.
Jack Schlossberg, grandson of President John F. Kennedy, is running for the U.S. House seat soon to be vacated by Rep. Jerry Nadler, as Democrats look to retake control in the 2026 midterms.
House Democrats release new Epstein emails referencing Trump
GOP lawmakers released 23,000 documents from Epstein's estate. Democrats already released emails that mentioned President Donald Trump.
GOP lawmakers released 23,000 documents from Epstein's estate. Democrats already released emails that mentioned President Donald Trump.
Chicago alderman confronts Gov. Pritzker over head tax; Gen. Stanley McChrystal on Veterans Day | The Chicago Report
Tensions rise on "The Chicago Report" as a Chicago alderman goes face-to-face with Governor J.B. Pritzker over the controversial employee head tax — hear exactly what he said. We also meet Republican Don Tracy, who’s running to replace Sen. Dick Durbin, and reflect on Veterans Day with retired Four-Star General Stanley McChrystal, sharing insights on leadership, service, and the role of U.S. forces at home.
Tensions rise on "The Chicago Report" as a Chicago alderman goes face-to-face with Governor J.B. Pritzker over the controversial employee head tax — hear exactly what he said. We also meet Republican Don Tracy, who’s running to replace Sen. Dick Durbin, and reflect on Veterans Day with retired Four-Star General Stanley McChrystal, sharing insights on leadership, service, and the role of U.S. forces at home.
Patty Garcia launches bid to replace Rep. “Chuy" Garcia after sudden exit
The race to replace longtime Rep. Jesús “Chuy" Garcia in the U.S. House is underway, marked by questions over how Garcia chose to step aside.
The race to replace longtime Rep. Jesús “Chuy" Garcia in the U.S. House is underway, marked by questions over how Garcia chose to step aside.
Dr. Oz jumps in after man collapses during Oval Office press conference
A drug executive collapsed in the Oval Office while President Donald Trump was announcing a deal with drugmakers to reduce prices. Here's what we know.
A drug executive collapsed in the Oval Office while President Donald Trump was announcing a deal with drugmakers to reduce prices. Here's what we know.
After Chicago congressman's controversial exit from race, chief of staff launches bid
After U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia's controversial ending of his reelection campaign in 2026, his chief of staff, Patty Garcia, launched her own bid for his seat.
After U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia's controversial ending of his reelection campaign in 2026, his chief of staff, Patty Garcia, launched her own bid for his seat.
Illinois Representative talks government shutdown and ICE presence in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
Rep. Mike Quigley joins us to discuss efforts to end the nation's longest government shutdown, it's impact on Illinois and what's being done to help families affected by SNAP cuts. He also addresses growing ICE concerns. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Rep. Mike Quigley joins us to discuss efforts to end the nation's longest government shutdown, it's impact on Illinois and what's being done to help families affected by SNAP cuts. He also addresses growing ICE concerns. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
House Dems release Epstein emails mentioning Trump
Newly released emails from Jeffrey Epstein reveal exchanges about Donald Trump, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Mar-a-Lago, as Maxwell seeks a commuted sentence and Trump denies any wrongdoing.
Newly released emails from Jeffrey Epstein reveal exchanges about Donald Trump, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Mar-a-Lago, as Maxwell seeks a commuted sentence and Trump denies any wrongdoing.
Epstein emails say Trump 'spent hours' with one of Epstein's victims
Emails between Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell called Trump a “dog that hasn’t barked” and said “of course” he knew about the underage girls Epstein was trafficking.
Emails between Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell called Trump a “dog that hasn’t barked” and said “of course” he knew about the underage girls Epstein was trafficking.
Govt shutdown could end today as House prepares high-stakes vote
The U.S. House is set to vote on a bill that could reopen the federal government, but tensions are high in Washington as both parties brace for political drama.
The U.S. House is set to vote on a bill that could reopen the federal government, but tensions are high in Washington as both parties brace for political drama.