Trump awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk posthumously

President Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a White House ceremony.

Chicago refuses to show DHS video blaming Dems for shutdown at airports

Chicago officials refused a request from the Department of Homeland Security to show what they called a political video at both of the city’s major airports.

Illinois lawmakers return to Springfield, discuss tributes to Charlie Kirk, George Floyd
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Despite needing to tackle big issues like transit funding during their fall veto session, Illinois state lawmakers return to Springfield this week and started with resolutions to honor Charlie Kirk and George Floyd.

What to know about the 'No Kings' protests set for this weekend

Protesters once again are expected to gather in streets across the country this weekend in opposition of President Donald Trump’s policies. Here's what you need to know about the demonstrations.

Government shutdown hits air travel: O?Hare air traffic controllers face pay cuts
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Air traffic controllers at O?Hare are warning travelers as the government shutdown delays pay ? with full suspension looming by October 28th if no deal is reached.

Government shutdown could be the longest ever, House Speaker warns

The shutdown has entered its third week as lawmakers work towards finding a resolution to reopen the federal government.

Trump returns to White House after hostages freed, Gaza peace plan gains momentum
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Following the emotional release of Israeli hostages and new progress toward peace in Gaza, President Trump is back in Washington aiming to extend his diplomatic momentum abroad and at home.

No end in sight for government shutdown
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Nearly two weeks into the government shutdown, there is no end in sight as both parties continue to blame the other.

Chicago transit funding tops list of priorities for state lawmakers during veto session
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State lawmakers return to Springfield this week for the fall veto session with some important outstanding issues to tackle, like transit funding, insurance, and legislation related to a new Bears stadium.

Illinois lawmakers return to Springfield for veto session, debate over Bears stadium funding continues | The Chicago Report
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Illinois State Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-65th District), the Assistant Minority Leader, joins us to discuss lawmakers? return to Springfield for the fall veto session, focusing on issues like transit funding, energy costs, and insurance rates. Gaste also weighs in on the Bears stadium proposal, saying taxpayer dollars shouldn?t be used to fund private facilities.

Illinois lawmakers to return for fall veto session ? Bears stadium bill off the table | The Chicago Report
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Illinois lawmakers head back to Springfield for the fall veto session, focusing on issues like transit funding, energy costs, and insurance rates. But one big topic won?t make the agenda ? funding legislation for the Chicago Bears? proposed Arlington Heights stadium.

Ex-House Speaker Michael Madigan reports to federal prison
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Connie Mixon, professor of political science at Elmhurst University, joins us to discuss Michael Madigan's case and conviction.

No Kings protests return to Chicago area on Saturday

Thousands are expected to turn out next Saturday in Chicago and around the country for another “No Kings" protest against the Trump administration.

Michael Madigan begins seven-year prison term  | The Chicago Report
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Retired FBI Agent Ross Rice joins us to discuss Michael Madigan as he begins his more than seven-year prison sentence for corruption.