Chicago Congressman talks exchange with Trump, Epstein files | The Chicago Report
U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-Chicago) joined Paris to discuss his public plea with President Donald Trump and what he's learning about the latest Epstein files disclosures.
U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-Chicago) joined Paris to discuss his public plea with President Donald Trump and what he's learning about the latest Epstein files disclosures.
Unredacted Epstein files seen by members of Congress | The Chicago Report
A handful of members of Congress got a glimpse of the unredacted versions of the Epstein files, and Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich said President Trump should apologize for his "racist" video shared on social media depicting the Obamas as apes.
A handful of members of Congress got a glimpse of the unredacted versions of the Epstein files, and Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich said President Trump should apologize for his "racist" video shared on social media depicting the Obamas as apes.
Are the Bears close to a new stadium deal in Illinois? | The Chicago Report
The Chicago Bears and state lawmakers in Illinois are closer to a deal for a new stadium, sources told Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz.
The Chicago Bears and state lawmakers in Illinois are closer to a deal for a new stadium, sources told Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz.
Illinois school funding continues to lag, state lawmakers say
Illinois state lawmakers are trying to close the gap of underfunded schools across the state, which affects millions of kids.
Illinois state lawmakers are trying to close the gap of underfunded schools across the state, which affects millions of kids.
Maxwell takes the fifth in Epstein probe
Ghislaine Maxwell refused to answer most questions in a closed House Oversight deposition, invoking the Fifth Amendment and saying she’d only testify if granted clemency. Lawmakers from both parties criticized the move as the Epstein investigation continues.
Ghislaine Maxwell refused to answer most questions in a closed House Oversight deposition, invoking the Fifth Amendment and saying she’d only testify if granted clemency. Lawmakers from both parties criticized the move as the Epstein investigation continues.
Clemency vs. pardon: Ghislaine Maxwell appeals for clemency from Trump
Ghislaine Maxwell indicated she’ll testify about Trump and Clinton – but only if she’s granted clemency. Here’s what we know.
Ghislaine Maxwell indicated she’ll testify about Trump and Clinton – but only if she’s granted clemency. Here’s what we know.
Chicago archbishop says Trump should apologize for ‘racist’ social media post
Blase Cupich, the archbishop of Chicago, called for President Trump to apologize for sharing a "racist" video of Barack and Michelle Obama.
Blase Cupich, the archbishop of Chicago, called for President Trump to apologize for sharing a "racist" video of Barack and Michelle Obama.
Illinois lawmaker proposes ban on plastic glitter in personal care products | ChicagoLIVE
State Rep. Kimberly DuBuclet has introduced legislation to ban nonbiodegradable glitter in personal care products, citing concerns over microplastic pollution and public health.
State Rep. Kimberly DuBuclet has introduced legislation to ban nonbiodegradable glitter in personal care products, citing concerns over microplastic pollution and public health.
Illinois' US Senate candidates on immigration, affordability, other election hot topics
Read what candidates in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate think about the top issues of the day.
Read what candidates in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate think about the top issues of the day.
Cook County Board president candidates weigh in on property taxes, safety ahead of election
Read what candidates in the race for Cook County Board president have to say on the big issues.
Read what candidates in the race for Cook County Board president have to say on the big issues.
DHS shutdown looms as immigration standoff stalls talks on Capitol Hill
Lawmakers face a Friday deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security, but deep disagreements over ICE and immigration enforcement threaten a lapse that could disrupt TSA, FEMA and the Coast Guard.
Lawmakers face a Friday deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security, but deep disagreements over ICE and immigration enforcement threaten a lapse that could disrupt TSA, FEMA and the Coast Guard.
Who is running for Cook County Board president in the 2026 election?
A longtime incumbent Cook County Board president is facing a serious primary challenge. Here's what to know.
A longtime incumbent Cook County Board president is facing a serious primary challenge. Here's what to know.
Illinois to lose $587M due to Trump’s budget bill, pay more for SNAP benefits, report says
Illinois is set to lose more than $500 million in federal funding due to Trump's budget bill, according to a new report.
Illinois is set to lose more than $500 million in federal funding due to Trump's budget bill, according to a new report.
Trump won't apologize for video of Obamas as apes: What he said
President Donald Trump says he won’t apologize and "didn’t make a mistake" when his Truth Social account shared a video featuring the Obamas as primates in a jungle.
President Donald Trump says he won’t apologize and "didn’t make a mistake" when his Truth Social account shared a video featuring the Obamas as primates in a jungle.
Jesse Jackson Jr. pitches redemption in bid for old House seat years after campaign fraud conviction
Jesse Jackson Jr. has launched a spirited primary bid for his old U.S. House seat after serving prison time for campaign fraud.
Jesse Jackson Jr. has launched a spirited primary bid for his old U.S. House seat after serving prison time for campaign fraud.
Hillary Clinton calls for public hearing in Epstein probe
Hillary Clinton is calling for transparency as she and Bill Clinton prepare to tell Congress what they know about the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Hillary Clinton is calling for transparency as she and Bill Clinton prepare to tell Congress what they know about the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Far-right influencer Jake Lang charged for damaging ‘Prosecute ICE’ sculpture
Far-right influencer Jake Lang, who was pardoned for his role in the Jan. 6 riots, is facing a felony charge for reportedly damaging a “Prosecute ICE" sculpture at the Minnesota State Capitol, claiming it was an act of artistic expression.
Far-right influencer Jake Lang, who was pardoned for his role in the Jan. 6 riots, is facing a felony charge for reportedly damaging a “Prosecute ICE" sculpture at the Minnesota State Capitol, claiming it was an act of artistic expression.
Trump administration proposes citizenship question in test for 2030 census
The Trump administration is making efforts to include a question about an individual's citizenship status in the U.S. as part of a practice test for the 2030 census.
The Trump administration is making efforts to include a question about an individual's citizenship status in the U.S. as part of a practice test for the 2030 census.
South Shore ICE raid investigation, ICE at polls | The Chicago Report
Can voters expect to see ICE agents at the polls as early voting begins? And, a new report is released about the ICE raid at a South Shore apartment last fall.
Can voters expect to see ICE agents at the polls as early voting begins? And, a new report is released about the ICE raid at a South Shore apartment last fall.
ProPublica investigates South Shore apartment raid | The Chicago Report
ProPublica put out their latest investigation into the South Shore apartment ICE raid last fall that shows, in the government's own words, the operation was really about going after squatters.
ProPublica put out their latest investigation into the South Shore apartment ICE raid last fall that shows, in the government's own words, the operation was really about going after squatters.