Duckworth, Salvi debate abortion
Kathy Salvi is a staunchly pro-life activist who says it's the pro-choice Sen. Tammy Duckworth who is an "extremist" on abortion.
Kathy Salvi is a staunchly pro-life activist who says it's the pro-choice Sen. Tammy Duckworth who is an "extremist" on abortion.
Duckworth opponent Kathy Salvi calls for cutting off Ukraine aid
The Republican running against Senator Tammy Duckworth called Wednesday for cutting off American aid to Ukraine.
The Republican running against Senator Tammy Duckworth called Wednesday for cutting off American aid to Ukraine.
Chicago makes pitch to host DNC as Trump calls city a 'warzone'
Wherever Democrats convene, Republicans such as former President Trump will be offering a counter-narrative.
Wherever Democrats convene, Republicans such as former President Trump will be offering a counter-narrative.
Slain Chicago cop Ella French's mother gets applause at congressional hearing on law enforcement safety
"Ella's mother, Elizabeth French, is here with us today. I want to thank her personally for being here and for honoring the legacy of her wonderful daughter," Sen. Dick Durbin said.
"Ella's mother, Elizabeth French, is here with us today. I want to thank her personally for being here and for honoring the legacy of her wonderful daughter," Sen. Dick Durbin said.
Chicago makes pitch to host DNC as Trump calls city a 'warzone'
Wherever Democrats convene, Republicans such as former President Donald Trump will be offering a counter-narrative.
Wherever Democrats convene, Republicans such as former President Donald Trump will be offering a counter-narrative.
Slain Chicago cop Ella French's mother gets applause at congressional hearing on law enforcement safety
The mother of slain Chicago officer Ella French received a round of applause Tuesday morning during the Senate Judiciary Committee's hearing on law enforcement officer safety.
The mother of slain Chicago officer Ella French received a round of applause Tuesday morning during the Senate Judiciary Committee's hearing on law enforcement officer safety.
Bailey blames Pritzker for Illinois DCFS failures
The state agency has been under recent scrutiny on their effectiveness when it comes to protecting children.
The state agency has been under recent scrutiny on their effectiveness when it comes to protecting children.
Illinois Republicans push for censure of Kinzinger over Jan. 6 committee role
Members of the Illinois Freedom Caucus are calling the Jan. 6 hearings a "sham" and accusing Congressman Kinzinger of making wild exaggerations and baseless claims.
Members of the Illinois Freedom Caucus are calling the Jan. 6 hearings a "sham" and accusing Congressman Kinzinger of making wild exaggerations and baseless claims.
Democrats considering Chicago to host DNC in 2024
City leaders pushed to impress a team with the Democratic National Committee on Tuesday, in what would be a boon to Chicago's convention business.
City leaders pushed to impress a team with the Democratic National Committee on Tuesday, in what would be a boon to Chicago's convention business.
Chicago police chief testifies at congressional hearing on gun violence
Senators heard testimony Tuesday on how gun violence is rocking police departments across the nation, and among the witnesses was a Chicago police chief.
Senators heard testimony Tuesday on how gun violence is rocking police departments across the nation, and among the witnesses was a Chicago police chief.
Chicago makes pitch to host 2024 Democratic National Convention
Members from the Democratic National Committee visited Chicago Tuesday as the city tries to land the 2024 convention.
Members from the Democratic National Committee visited Chicago Tuesday as the city tries to land the 2024 convention.
Indiana abortion debate draws protest crowds, VP Harris
Confrontations erupted periodically between anti-abortion and abortion-rights demonstrators around the Indiana Statehouse.
Confrontations erupted periodically between anti-abortion and abortion-rights demonstrators around the Indiana Statehouse.
Indiana abortion debate draws protest crowds, vice president
Thousands of people arguing the abortion issue surrounded the Indiana Statehouse and filled its corridors Monday as state lawmakers began consideration of a Republican proposal to ban nearly all abortions in the state and Vice President Kamala Harris denounced the effort during a meeting with Democratic legislators.
Thousands of people arguing the abortion issue surrounded the Indiana Statehouse and filled its corridors Monday as state lawmakers began consideration of a Republican proposal to ban nearly all abortions in the state and Vice President Kamala Harris denounced the effort during a meeting with Democratic legislators.
Showdown vote to settle battle for control of Illinois' Democratic Party
A battle that's been brewing behind the scenes for control of the Illinois Democratic Party could burst onto the public scene Tuesday when the chairman of the National Democratic Party comes to Chicago.
A battle that's been brewing behind the scenes for control of the Illinois Democratic Party could burst onto the public scene Tuesday when the chairman of the National Democratic Party comes to Chicago.
Indiana abortion debate draws protest crowds, VP Kamala Harris
Thousands of protesters from both sides of the issue filled the Indiana state capitol building Monday for the first day of a special legislative session to address tightening the state's abortion laws.
Thousands of protesters from both sides of the issue filled the Indiana state capitol building Monday for the first day of a special legislative session to address tightening the state's abortion laws.
Former Indiana congressman among 9 charged in insider trading cases
A former U.S. congressman from Indiana, technology company executives, a man training to be an FBI agent, and an investment banker were among nine people charged in four separate and unrelated insider trading schemes revealed on Monday with the unsealing of indictments in New York City.
A former U.S. congressman from Indiana, technology company executives, a man training to be an FBI agent, and an investment banker were among nine people charged in four separate and unrelated insider trading schemes revealed on Monday with the unsealing of indictments in New York City.
Indiana GOP proposes banning abortions with exceptions
Rebecca Gibron, CEO of Planned Parenthood of Indiana, talks about why she believes Indiana will try to ban access to abortions completely in wake of the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
Rebecca Gibron, CEO of Planned Parenthood of Indiana, talks about why she believes Indiana will try to ban access to abortions completely in wake of the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade; abortion bans anticipated in several states
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization and overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision that legalized abortion nationwide, letting the states have the final say.
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization and overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision that legalized abortion nationwide, letting the states have the final say.
Protesters demand right to abortion as Indiana legislature prepares to debate new restrictions
On Monday, Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Indianapolis as state legislators hold a special session more than likely eventually banning abortions in many cases. A proposed state bill would include exceptions for rape, incest and if the pregnancy is high risk.
On Monday, Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Indianapolis as state legislators hold a special session more than likely eventually banning abortions in many cases. A proposed state bill would include exceptions for rape, incest and if the pregnancy is high risk.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker returning to in-person work after Paxlovid, negative COVID test
“I am feeling better and have tested negative for COVID-19,” Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said in a tweet. “Looking forward to getting back to work in person this week.”
“I am feeling better and have tested negative for COVID-19,” Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said in a tweet. “Looking forward to getting back to work in person this week.”