Rep. Garcia launches coalition to address equity for Latino population
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins Wednesday, Illinois Congressman Jesus "Chuy" Garcia is launching a new coalition.
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins Wednesday, Illinois Congressman Jesus "Chuy" Garcia is launching a new coalition.
Justice Department files emergency motion to stop enforcement of Texas abortion law
The emergency motion was filed on Tuesday, asking a judge to stop Texas from enforcing its recently passed state law which bans almost all abortions.
The emergency motion was filed on Tuesday, asking a judge to stop Texas from enforcing its recently passed state law which bans almost all abortions.
Democrats proposing massive top tax rate — see how you could be impacted
Here's what you need to know about the House Democrats' new proposal, part of a sweeping plan to overhaul the nation's tax code in order to fund President Biden's ambitious $3.5 trillion family and climate plan.
Here's what you need to know about the House Democrats' new proposal, part of a sweeping plan to overhaul the nation's tax code in order to fund President Biden's ambitious $3.5 trillion family and climate plan.
Texas abortion law focus of protests and politicians at Aurora Planned Parenthood
“The Women's Health Protection Act is a federal bill that will allow women to make reproductive decisions… so that no one is denied basic healthcare just because of the state that they live in,” said Rep. Lauren Underwood, who is also a registered nurse.
“The Women's Health Protection Act is a federal bill that will allow women to make reproductive decisions… so that no one is denied basic healthcare just because of the state that they live in,” said Rep. Lauren Underwood, who is also a registered nurse.
Illinois energy law will raise utility bills by up to $180 a year, Pritzker to sign soon
GET READY TO PAY MORE: The new law will raise Illinois residents' utility bills by up to $180 a year — in part to provide new subsidies for nuclear power plants and start the path toward being carbon free.
GET READY TO PAY MORE: The new law will raise Illinois residents' utility bills by up to $180 a year — in part to provide new subsidies for nuclear power plants and start the path toward being carbon free.
VIDEO: Republican float in Indiana parade shows model of smoking World Trade Center twin towers
The float features the World Trade Center twin towers with holes in the sides and smoke pouring out.
The float features the World Trade Center twin towers with holes in the sides and smoke pouring out.
Biden admin expecting wave of GOP-backed lawsuits following sweeping vaccine mandates
President Joe Biden's administration is gearing up for another major clash between federal and state rule over its sweeping new vaccine requirements that have Republican governors threatening lawsuits.
President Joe Biden's administration is gearing up for another major clash between federal and state rule over its sweeping new vaccine requirements that have Republican governors threatening lawsuits.
'I think you're going to be happy': Trump again hints he's running for president in 2024
While fielding questions on the 20th anniversary of 9/11, former President Donald Trump again hinted he would seek the presidency in 2024.
While fielding questions on the 20th anniversary of 9/11, former President Donald Trump again hinted he would seek the presidency in 2024.
Flannery Fired Up: September 10, 2021
Let's get fired up!
Let's get fired up!
Energy bill makes its way to Illinois Senate as deadline looms
The Illinois Senate plans to vote Monday on a far-reaching package of energy legislation that sailed through the House Thursday night.
The Illinois Senate plans to vote Monday on a far-reaching package of energy legislation that sailed through the House Thursday night.
Gov. Ivey, who blamed 'unvaccinated folks' for COVID-19 surge, vows to resist Biden orders
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey, who said it was “time to start blaming the unvaccinated folks” for this summer’s COVID-19 surge, has vowed to resist President Joe Biden’s executive orders on vaccines.
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey, who said it was “time to start blaming the unvaccinated folks” for this summer’s COVID-19 surge, has vowed to resist President Joe Biden’s executive orders on vaccines.
Critics say energy bill could lead to record rate hike
The Illinois House passed a new green energy bill, but critics of the bill say it could lead to a record rate hike.
The Illinois House passed a new green energy bill, but critics of the bill say it could lead to a record rate hike.
Illinois House OKs zero-carbon power plan, Senate is next
Some opponents have questioned the increase of utility rates under the plan, saying it could cost ratepayers as much as $15 or more monthly. Evans said Thursday the increase would not top $4.50 a month.
Some opponents have questioned the increase of utility rates under the plan, saying it could cost ratepayers as much as $15 or more monthly. Evans said Thursday the increase would not top $4.50 a month.
California investor Jesse Sullivan running for Illinois governor as Republican
A California investor and Illinois native is joining the race for governor.
A California investor and Illinois native is joining the race for governor.
Some Chicago officials eligible for the highest pay bumps in over a decade: report
Chicago’s 50 aldermen have until mid-September to decide whether or not they will be taking pay raises this year, including some officials who would be taking the biggest salary bump in more than a decade if they agree to the increase, according to a local report.
Chicago’s 50 aldermen have until mid-September to decide whether or not they will be taking pay raises this year, including some officials who would be taking the biggest salary bump in more than a decade if they agree to the increase, according to a local report.
Illinois politicians to focus on clean energy bill Thursday
Supporters say it's a big boost for clean energy in Illinois, but critics say it includes what they call "the biggest utility rate increase" in state history.
Supporters say it's a big boost for clean energy in Illinois, but critics say it includes what they call "the biggest utility rate increase" in state history.
Former Illinois Senator Adlai Stevenson III dead at 90
Adlai Stevenson III, a former US Senator who nearly became governor of Illinois, is dead at the age of 90.
Adlai Stevenson III, a former US Senator who nearly became governor of Illinois, is dead at the age of 90.
Former US Senator Adlai Stevenson dies at 90
Adlai Stevenson, a former US Senator who nearly became governor of Illinois, is dead at the age of 90.
Adlai Stevenson, a former US Senator who nearly became governor of Illinois, is dead at the age of 90.
Senate’s $3.5T budget: What you need to know
Congressional democrats hope to pass a $3.5 trillion budget this fall aimed at improving housing, education, climate change and other initiatives.
Congressional democrats hope to pass a $3.5 trillion budget this fall aimed at improving housing, education, climate change and other initiatives.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, husband welcome 2 children
The first openly gay person to be confirmed by the Senate for a Cabinet position had shared last month that the couple had become parents after seeking to adopt.
The first openly gay person to be confirmed by the Senate for a Cabinet position had shared last month that the couple had become parents after seeking to adopt.