Travel disruptions expected to continue after end of government shutdown
President Donald Trump officially signed a bill on Wednesday evening, ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
When will SNAP payments resume now that the government shutdown has ended?
The bill for the Agriculture Department means people who rely on key food assistance programs will see those benefits funded without threat of interruption through the rest of the budget year.
Epstein files: discharge petition gains signatures needed to force US House vote
A discharge petition regarding the release of the Epstein files gained its 218th signature on Wednesday, the threshold needed to force a U.S. House vote on the matter.
Illinois lawmakers react as Congress reaches deal to reopen government
Illinois legislators are reacting after Congress reached a budget deal Wednesday that reopened the federal government following a 43-day shutdown.
Rev. Jesse Jackson hospitalized in Chicago, family confirms
Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.
Trump signs stopgap bill, ending government shutdown
The House voted Wednesday to end the government shutdown after the Senate agreed on a bill earlier this week to reopen the government.
Trump signs bill ending historic government shutdown
The House vote on Wednesday was 222-209.
House debates government funding bill | The Chicago Report
House lawmakers are expected to vote on a deal to reopen the federal government on Wednesday night.
Chicago alderman confronts Gov. Pritzker over head tax; Gen. Stanley McChrystal on Veterans Day | The Chicago Report
Tensions rise on "The Chicago Report" as a Chicago alderman goes face-to-face with Governor J.B. Pritzker over the controversial employee head tax — hear exactly what he said. We also meet Republican Don Tracy, who’s running to replace Sen. Dick Durbin, and reflect on Veterans Day with retired Four-Star General Stanley McChrystal, sharing insights on leadership, service, and the role of U.S. forces at home.
Patty Garcia launches bid to replace Rep. “Chuy" Garcia after sudden exit
The race to replace longtime Rep. Jesús “Chuy" Garcia in the U.S. House is underway, marked by questions over how Garcia chose to step aside.
Dr. Oz jumps in after man collapses during Oval Office press conference
A drug executive collapsed in the Oval Office while President Donald Trump was announcing a deal with drugmakers to reduce prices. Here's what we know.
Illinois Representative talks government shutdown and ICE presence in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
Rep. Mike Quigley joins us to discuss efforts to end the nation's longest government shutdown, it's impact on Illinois and what's being done to help families affected by SNAP cuts. He also addresses growing ICE concerns. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.