Chicago area woman fights for 'right to die" bill | The Chicago Report
Illinois legislators passed a bill to give terminally ill patients end-of-life options last week. The bill is also called Deb's Law, named after a suburban woman, Deb Robertson, who is dealing with terminal cancer.
Illinois legislators passed a bill to give terminally ill patients end-of-life options last week. The bill is also called Deb's Law, named after a suburban woman, Deb Robertson, who is dealing with terminal cancer.
U.S. Rep. Chuy Garcia won’t run for reelection to Congress in 2026, source says
U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy" Garcia will not run for reelection to his seat in Congress representing parts of Chicago’s SW Side and west suburbs.
U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy" Garcia will not run for reelection to his seat in Congress representing parts of Chicago’s SW Side and west suburbs.
Pritzker ‘looking at’ so-called ‘right to die’ bill passed by Illinois lawmakers
Gov. Pritzker did not say whether he would sign a bill that would allow for terminally ill patients to seek medical aid to end their own life.
Gov. Pritzker did not say whether he would sign a bill that would allow for terminally ill patients to seek medical aid to end their own life.
California’s Prop 50 could shift power ahead of 2026 elections
California voters are deciding whether to give state lawmakers the power to redraw congressional maps — a move that could help Democrats pick up seats in the U.S. House. Governor Gavin Newsom and Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi are rallying support for Proposition 50, while opponents warn it could silence rural voices.
California voters are deciding whether to give state lawmakers the power to redraw congressional maps — a move that could help Democrats pick up seats in the U.S. House. Governor Gavin Newsom and Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi are rallying support for Proposition 50, while opponents warn it could silence rural voices.
Government shutdown nears record for longest ever
The Senate is back but isn't voting on the House bill to reopen the government.
The Senate is back but isn't voting on the House bill to reopen the government.
SNAP benefits won’t reach 1.9M Illinoisans for ‘days or weeks,’ officials say
SNAP benefits won't reach nearly 2 million Illinois residents for "days or weeks" despite the Trump admin announcing partial funding for November.
SNAP benefits won't reach nearly 2 million Illinois residents for "days or weeks" despite the Trump admin announcing partial funding for November.
New report gives Illinois lawmakers high grades on gun safety |ChicagoLIVE
A new gun safety report card shows 60% of state legislators received an A for supporting laws aimed at reducing gun violence. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
A new gun safety report card shows 60% of state legislators received an A for supporting laws aimed at reducing gun violence. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Chicago alders want more budget hearings | ChicagoLIVE
Alderman Matt O'Shea talks Mayor Johnson's 2026 budget proposal. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Alderman Matt O'Shea talks Mayor Johnson's 2026 budget proposal. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
SNAP benefits latest: Trump administration says partial funding coming
The Trump administration said Monday afternoon that it will partially fund SNAP, though details about the timeline for cards reloading and the amount were still unclear.
The Trump administration said Monday afternoon that it will partially fund SNAP, though details about the timeline for cards reloading and the amount were still unclear.
Trump '60 Minutes' interview: Here's what happened
Trump returned to “60 Minutes” for the first time after settling a lawsuit against the newsmagazine. Here's what he said on some topics, from testing nuclear weapons to grocery prices.
Trump returned to “60 Minutes” for the first time after settling a lawsuit against the newsmagazine. Here's what he said on some topics, from testing nuclear weapons to grocery prices.
Airlines step up as thousands of air traffic controllers go unpaid
Here is how some U.S. airlines are stepping up to support the air traffic controllers that are going without pay amid the government shutdown.
Here is how some U.S. airlines are stepping up to support the air traffic controllers that are going without pay amid the government shutdown.
FDA puts restrictions on fluoride use for kids
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest action takes aim at fluoride, a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest action takes aim at fluoride, a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.
‘Right to die’ bill passed by Illinois lawmakers, awaits Pritzker’s signature
Illinois lawmakers passed a bill to allow terminally ill patients to use medication to end their own lives.
Illinois lawmakers passed a bill to allow terminally ill patients to use medication to end their own lives.
SNAP benefits remain on hold for 2M Illinoisans despite court rulings, agency says
Despite court orders to distribute SNAP benefits, state officials said the funds remain on hold for nearly 2 million Illinoisans.
Despite court orders to distribute SNAP benefits, state officials said the funds remain on hold for nearly 2 million Illinoisans.
Trump admin ordered to pay for SNAP benefits
President Trump responded after a pair of federal judges ruled that his administration had to use emergency funds to pay for SNAP benefits.
President Trump responded after a pair of federal judges ruled that his administration had to use emergency funds to pay for SNAP benefits.
'Like animals': Lawsuit alleges disturbing conditions at Broadview ICE facility
Disturbing allegations are surfacing about the conditions inside the Broadview ICE Processing Center.
Disturbing allegations are surfacing about the conditions inside the Broadview ICE Processing Center.
Illinois drivers to pay more in tolls under $1.5B transit rescue plan
Illinois lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion transit overhaul funded partly by a 45-cent toll hike.
Illinois lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion transit overhaul funded partly by a 45-cent toll hike.
Some Head Starts to close due to shutdown funding lapse: What we know
When Head Start programs close, children are left without care, teachers aren’t getting paid, and parents may have to miss work or school.
When Head Start programs close, children are left without care, teachers aren’t getting paid, and parents may have to miss work or school.
Durbin meets with Little Village students after peaceful protest
Illinois Senator Dick Durbin showing some recognitions for Little Village students who took part in a peaceful protest.
Illinois Senator Dick Durbin showing some recognitions for Little Village students who took part in a peaceful protest.
Federal judge rules Trump can’t require citizenship proof on the federal voting form
President Donald Trump’s request to add a documentary proof of citizenship requirement to the federal voter registration form cannot be enforced.
President Donald Trump’s request to add a documentary proof of citizenship requirement to the federal voter registration form cannot be enforced.