Senate Republican filibuster blocks Democrats' voting rights bill

Voting legislation that Democrats and civil rights groups argue is vital for protecting democracy has been blocked by a Republican filibuster.

Pritzker scolds Republican candidate for not yet answering questions from media

Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Wednesday scolded a newly announced Republican gubernatorial candidate for declining to appear in public or answer questions from journalists. 

Biden's 1st year in office: A look at administration's accomplishments, stumbles

While COVID-19 aid and infrastructure bills passed, Biden’s social and climate spending plan stalled and the U.S. saw a chaotic end to the war in Afghanistan. Here’s a look at some of the notable events of the president’s first year.

Chicago demonstrators push for voting rights bill on MLK Day

In Chicago, civil rights groups met at Washington Park for a car caravan, demanding lawmakers in D.C. stand up for voters.

Chicago demonstrators rally on MLK Day for voting rights bill
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In Chicago, civil rights groups met at Washington Park for a car caravan, demanding lawmakers in D.C. stand up for voters.

Erich 'Mancow' Muller announces run for Illinois governor: report

'Mancow' had teased his candidacy in 2020, saying his platform would focus on school choice, bringing back school prayer, reducing property taxes and loosening gun laws.

Illinois Democrats propose additional funding to fight carjackings, retail theft

Democratic lawmakers in Springfield are proposing to spend more money to reduce carjackings, which have tripled in number and are more violent than ever.