Deadline expires to request mail-in ballot for Illinois primary election
On Thursday, 5 p.m. was the deadline to request your mail-in ballot for next week's election.
On Thursday, 5 p.m. was the deadline to request your mail-in ballot for next week's election.
Takeaways from the fourth congressional hearing into Trump's involvement in the capitol riot
Stephen Caliendo, political science professor at North Central College, dishes on his takeaways from Tuesday's House committee hearing.
Stephen Caliendo, political science professor at North Central College, dishes on his takeaways from Tuesday's House committee hearing.
Illinois primary election: Voter turnout in Chicago surprisingly low so far
Voter turnout is currently on track to be lower than in 2014, a midterm primary election in which Democrats got clobbered.
Voter turnout is currently on track to be lower than in 2014, a midterm primary election in which Democrats got clobbered.
Ex-state Sen. Thomas Cullerton sentenced to year in prison in federal embezzlement case
Former Illinois state Sen. Thomas Cullerton was sentenced to a year in prison for illegally receiving nearly $250,000 in salary and benefits from a Chicago-area labor union.
Former Illinois state Sen. Thomas Cullerton was sentenced to a year in prison for illegally receiving nearly $250,000 in salary and benefits from a Chicago-area labor union.
Pence in Chicago: Former VP attacks Biden, silent on Trump
In his first speech since a House select committee revealed new details of his pivotal role on January 6, former Vice President Mike Pence only said a few words Monday in reference to the insurrection at the Capitol in 2021.
In his first speech since a House select committee revealed new details of his pivotal role on January 6, former Vice President Mike Pence only said a few words Monday in reference to the insurrection at the Capitol in 2021.
Former VP Mike Pence visits Chicago, reflects on Capitol riot: 'A tragic day'
In his first speech since a House select committee revealed new details of his pivotal role on January 6, former Vice President Mike Pence only said a few words Monday in reference to the insurrection at the Capitol in 2021.
In his first speech since a House select committee revealed new details of his pivotal role on January 6, former Vice President Mike Pence only said a few words Monday in reference to the insurrection at the Capitol in 2021.
Former VP Mike Pence visits Chicago, reflects on Capitol riot
In his first speech since a House select committee revealed new details of his pivotal role on January 6, former Vice President Mike Pence only said a few words Monday in reference to the insurrection at the Capitol in 2021.
In his first speech since a House select committee revealed new details of his pivotal role on January 6, former Vice President Mike Pence only said a few words Monday in reference to the insurrection at the Capitol in 2021.
Pritzker stokes speculation of White House run with speech to New Hampshire Dems
Illinois Gov J.B. Pritzker did nothing to quell speculation over a possible run for president as he delivered a self-effacing speech before New Hampshire Democrats over the weekend — making light of his weight and wealth — and worked to introduce himself as a leader with his “heart on his sleeve” who is willing to fight for the party.
Illinois Gov J.B. Pritzker did nothing to quell speculation over a possible run for president as he delivered a self-effacing speech before New Hampshire Democrats over the weekend — making light of his weight and wealth — and worked to introduce himself as a leader with his “heart on his sleeve” who is willing to fight for the party.
Threatening letter to Adam Kinzinger's wife warns he'll be 'executed,' baby will 'join Adam in hell'
The letter to Sofia Kinzinger said in part: "Adam's activities have hurt not only his country, but countless patriots and God fearing families. Therefore, although it might take time, he will be executed. But don't worry! You and Christian will be joining Adam in hell too!"
The letter to Sofia Kinzinger said in part: "Adam's activities have hurt not only his country, but countless patriots and God fearing families. Therefore, although it might take time, he will be executed. But don't worry! You and Christian will be joining Adam in hell too!"
World swimming bans transgender athletes from women's events
World swimming’s governing body has effectively banned transgender women from competing in women’s events.
World swimming’s governing body has effectively banned transgender women from competing in women’s events.
Jan. 6 committee setting sights on Mike Pence, Ginni Thomas
Members of the committee said they may subpoena former Vice President Mike Pence and are waiting to hear from Virginia “Ginni” Thomas, the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.
Members of the committee said they may subpoena former Vice President Mike Pence and are waiting to hear from Virginia “Ginni” Thomas, the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.
Doctors urge FDA to approve over-the-counter access to birth control
The push for more access to birth control comes as the nation waits for a Supreme Court ruling that could upend abortion rights in more than half the states.
The push for more access to birth control comes as the nation waits for a Supreme Court ruling that could upend abortion rights in more than half the states.
Lawmakers ask Google to stop steering women to ‘fake’ abortion clinics
A recent study found 11% of searches for “abortion near me” or “abortion pill” sent Google users to “fake” abortion clinics, which are known for operating with the goal of talking women out of ending their pregnancies.
A recent study found 11% of searches for “abortion near me” or “abortion pill” sent Google users to “fake” abortion clinics, which are known for operating with the goal of talking women out of ending their pregnancies.
Flannery Fired Up: June 17, 2022
Let's get fired up!
Let's get fired up!
Former Congressman Luis Gutierrez moves back to Chicago, insists he's not running for mayor
Thirty-five years ago, Luis Gutierrez was widely considered Chicago’s most influential Hispanic politician, helping to elect Harold Washington as the city's first Black mayor.
Thirty-five years ago, Luis Gutierrez was widely considered Chicago’s most influential Hispanic politician, helping to elect Harold Washington as the city's first Black mayor.
New bill amends Illinois Criminal Code to specify someone is unable to give consent when intoxicated
"I am telling my story because my pain is not an individual loss but a systemic failure of a legal system that has time and again failed to protect us,” said Ahn. “No matter what you were wearing, what you were drinking, or whether you were in a relationship with them, rape is never your fault. In signing this bill, we are listening to the power of survivors."
"I am telling my story because my pain is not an individual loss but a systemic failure of a legal system that has time and again failed to protect us,” said Ahn. “No matter what you were wearing, what you were drinking, or whether you were in a relationship with them, rape is never your fault. In signing this bill, we are listening to the power of survivors."
Illinois Congressman Sean Casten shares more details on death of teen daughter
Illinois Congressman Sean Casten is speaking out about the death of his 17-year-old daughter, Gwen.
Illinois Congressman Sean Casten is speaking out about the death of his 17-year-old daughter, Gwen.
Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn pushes for term limits for Chicago mayors
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn is calling out Mayor Lori Lightfoot for failing to deliver on her campaign promise to work for term limits on future mayors.
Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn is calling out Mayor Lori Lightfoot for failing to deliver on her campaign promise to work for term limits on future mayors.
DACA anniversary: Biden calls for immigration reform
President Biden marked the 10th anniversary of DACA, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, by calling on Congress to provide a pathway to citizenship.
President Biden marked the 10th anniversary of DACA, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, by calling on Congress to provide a pathway to citizenship.
Some believe Illinois Gov. Pritzker will run for president
Speaking in New Hampshire is a highly unusual move just a week-and-a-half before Illinois' own primary election, FOX 32's political editor Mike Flannery said.
Speaking in New Hampshire is a highly unusual move just a week-and-a-half before Illinois' own primary election, FOX 32's political editor Mike Flannery said.