Dr. Fauci held in contempt of Congress by Senate committee

A Senate committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after his recent testimony before lawmakers during which he invoked his Fifth Amendment rights more than one hundred times.

Erica Schwartz: Who is the new CDC director?

The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.

Judge approves request to dismiss Jan. 6 cases against Oath Keepers

A U.S. judge granted the U.S. Justice Department's request to dismiss cases against members of the Oath Keepers militia who took part in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, according to a court filing.

New law proposed by Illinois state rep. intern reforms sexual assault reporting
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A new law amends Illinois sexual assault reporting procedures, expanding the rights of victims to request the gender of an interviewing officer and allowing them a support person during interviews. Stephanie Bolanos, 20, developed the bill as an intern for State Rep. Daniel Didech and explains what went into her proposal.

What key primary results could mean for the midterm elections
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Political science professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo breaks down key primary results in Michigan and Missouri and explains what they could reveal about voter priorities and the upcoming midterm elections.

Ballot laws lawsuit, Mayor Johnson's finance director resigns | The Chicago Report
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Chicago alderman and independent Congressional candidate Byron Sigcho-Lopez is taking Illinois' ballot laws to federal court. And, Mayor Brandon Johnson's director of the office of budget and management has announced she is leaving her post. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

Over 20 states sue Trump administration over sharing social services info

More than 20 states and the District of Columbia sued the Trump administration on Monday to block it from getting wide access to the personal information of millions of recipients of a benefits program for low-income families.

How an Illinois program is helping high-risk pregnancy patients | ChicagoLIVE
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The CARLA program was created after the Roe v. Wade ruling to help eliminate barriers to abortion care. It provides one-on-one support for patients, including transportation and other assistance. Meghan Daniels of the Chicago Abortion Fund joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the program's impact.

Trump slams Exxon, Chevron for making 'too much money'

President Donald Trump criticized Exxon and Chevron after both organizations posted high quarterly earnings amid the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.

Aurora recall petitions could test Illinois law on removing elected officials

A grassroots group wants Aurora voters to decide whether the city should create a process allowing residents to recall a sitting mayor or alderman-at-large.

Aurora residents push to add recall questions to November ballot
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Some people in Aurora want two questions on the November ballot that could change their elections. They're hoping voters can one day recall a sitting mayor or alderman at large. 

25 states sue to stop Trump administration’s latest tariffs

Twenty-five states have filed a lawsuit to block the most recent round of tariffs announced by the Trump administration.

What Alexi Giannoulias' mayoral bid means for Chicago | ChicagoLIVE
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Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias officially joined the Chicago mayoral race this weekend. Chicago Tribune's Jake Sheridan joins ChicagoLIVE to break down what his entry means for the race.

Wisconsin gubernatorial race heats up: What you need to know
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Early voting is already underway ahead of a high stakes primary election in Wisconsin. FOX 6 Milwaukee's Jason Calvi joins Chicago Live to break down the race.

Trump signs executive order creating Presidential Military Spouse Commission
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President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing the first-ever Presidential Military Spouse Commission, appointing Jennifer Hegseth as chair to support military families across the nation.

Chicago mayoral race heats up as Alexi Giannoulias joins crowded field
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Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has entered the Chicago mayoral race, adding to a growing field of candidates as political analyst Pat Brady discusses the state of the campaign and what comes next.