Dept. of Transportation could close some airspace next week amid shutdown, Duffy warns

With flight delays on the rise nationwide, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy cautions that the situation may get worse the longer the government shutdown continues.

Trump blames shutdown for overwhelming Democratic election win

Voters across the country backed Democrats last night, which Trump blamed Wednesday morning on the government shutdown and the fact that he wasn’t on the ballot.

Block Club Chicago: Broadview ICE processing updates | ChicagoNOW
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A federal judge is considering ordering the government to reduce the population at the Broadview ICE processing center meanwhile homeland security secretary Kristi Noem says ICE hasn’t detained any U.S. citizens. Block Club Chicago's Mack Liederman provides updates.

Illinois 2026 elections: Everything you need to know

Next year, Illinoisans will go to the polls to vote on several key federal, state, and local elected positions in the 2026 midterm elections.

Eric, Lara Trump team up with Erika Kirk for Turning Point USA event at Auburn University

The Turning Point USA “This Is the Turning Point Tour" college campus tour is in Alabama Wednesday at Auburn University with Erika Kirk, wife of the late Charlie Kirk, being joined by Eric and Lara Trump, Senator Tommy Tuberville and conservative commentator Benny Johnson.

Political analyst breaks down Democratic wins in key off-year elections
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North Central College professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo discusses Democrats’ strong election night victories, what they signal about voter sentiment, and how both parties may adjust heading into the midterms.

Dems celebrate major election night victories as GOP regroups ahead of midterms
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From New York to Virginia, Democrats scored key wins in off-year races, revealing both momentum and divisions within the party as the 2026 midterm battle begins to take shape.

2025 government shutdown is the longest in US history

The previous longest government shutdown was during President Donald Trump’s first term when he demanded Congress give him money for a U.S.-Mexico border wall.

2025 election results: Democrats score wins for governor, mayor

Today’s election results could signal the nation’s political direction – from governor’s races in New Jersey and Virginia to New York City’s high-profile mayoral contest. Here are the results.

Illinois legislature OK major energy bill | The Chicago Report
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Among the flurry of bills approved by Illinois lawmakers was one energy bill aimed at saving consumers money, but opponents say it could do the opposite.

'Right to die' bill debated by Illinois lawmakers | The Chicago Report
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Illinois lawmakers approved a bill to allow terminally ill patients to seek medication to end their own lives. We hear from two lawmakers on different sides of the sensitive issue.

Aurora joins growing list of cities barring feds from using public property
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The City of Aurora is considering banning federal immigration officials from being able to use city property in their operations, joining a growing list of Chicago-area municipalities.

California's Prop 50 could decide balance of power in Congress
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California voters will decide on the future of redistricting in their state which could also decide the balance of power in Congress in the 2026 midterm elections.

Illinois Republicans criticize new energy bill | ChicagoLIVE
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Illinois Republican State Senator Jason Plummer warns the new Clean and Reliable Grid Act could hike energy bills and shift power to state agencies. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

Fox 5 New York reporter breaks down high-stakes NYC mayoral race | ChicagoLIVE
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Fox 5 New York reporter breaks down high-stakes NYC mayoral race. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

Department of Education sued by states over new loan forgiveness rule

The Education Department recently announced specific guidelines employers must meet under an amended rule to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.