Illinois Dems vow to stop Republican's nationwide abortion ban

The abortion debate ramped up Tuesday, as Congressional Republicans introduced legislation to ban most abortions nationwide.

Illinois Dems respond to plan for nationwide abortion ban: 'Barking up the wrong tree'
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The abortion debate has ramped up after Republicans introduced legislation on Tuesday to ban most abortions nationwide. Democrats, especially in Illinois, are vowing to stop them.

Republican Darren Bailey now living in Hancock to ‘immerse’ himself in the city he dubbed a 'hellhole'

It’s not quite like former Chicago Mayor Jane Byrne moving into Cabrini-Green — but Republican gubernatorial nominee Darren Bailey has moved into the John Hancock Center, one of Chicago’s most iconic buildings, to “immerse” himself “in the culture” of a city he’s repeatedly dubbed a “hellhole.”

Republican Darren Bailey condemns 'out of control' crime in Chicago
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The southern Illinois Republican pinned the crime on Gov. J.B. Pritzker "and his cohorts," including Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Cook County State?s Attorney Kim Foxx.

Illinois SAFE-T Act which will end cash bail explained

Some law enforcement officials say the SAFE-T Act is going to make crime across Illinois worse.

Tax rebate payments go out to millions of Illinoisans

With early voting set to begin in two weeks, Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced Monday that roughly six million Illinois taxpayers will soon receive rebate checks of up to $700 each.

Lightfoot, Duckworth pitch Chicago as 2024 DNC site
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Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is in Maryland ? pitching Chicago to host the 2024 Democratic Convention.

Chicago City Council committee endorses ordinance to protect abortion rights

New ordinance would prohibit the Chicago Police Department or any other agency of local government from cooperating in investigations that seek to criminalize women who come to Chicago seeking abortions and other reproductive care.

Trump documents probe: US appeals special master ruling

The Justice Department said Thursday that it was appealing a judge's decision granting the appointment of an independent arbiter to review records seized by the FBI from former President Donald Trump's Florida home.

15 Chicago City Council members decline 9.62% pay raise tied to inflation
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Fifteen City Council members — including a mayoral challenger and a retiring member who may join the field — are saying, "No, thanks" to a 9.62% pay raise.

'Chuy' Garcia considering another run for Chicago mayor

Already facing a slew of challengers, Mayor Lori Lightfoot's biggest threat says he is still considering a run for Chicago’s highest seat.

'Chuy' Garcia considering another run for Chicago mayor
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Already facing a slew of challengers, Mayor Lori Lightfoot's biggest threat says he is still considering a run for Chicago?s highest seat.

Obamas return to White House for portrait unveiling ceremony

Barack and Michelle Obama returned to the White House for the first time since 2017, and Wednesday's portrait unveiling revives a tradition last celebrated 10 years ago.