Biden defends autopen use for clemency decisions

Biden defends autopen use for clemency decisions

The former president reportedly used the electronic device to sign some pardons in his final days in office.

The former president reportedly used the electronic device to sign some pardons in his final days in office.

Democrats preparing for 2028 presidential race in early voting states

Democrats preparing for 2028 presidential race in early voting states

The first presidential primary votes won’t be cast for another two and a half years, but three Democratic presidential prospects are campaigning in South Carolina for 10 days this month.

The first presidential primary votes won’t be cast for another two and a half years, but three Democratic presidential prospects are campaigning in South Carolina for 10 days this month.

State Farm’s insurance hikes spark backlash from Pritzker, lawmakers

State Farm’s insurance hikes spark backlash from Pritzker, lawmakers

Illinois-based State Farm Insurance says severe weather is increasing in Illinois, leading to a need for higher insurance rates. But Gov. J.B. Pritzker has one message for the company: prove it.

Illinois-based State Farm Insurance says severe weather is increasing in Illinois, leading to a need for higher insurance rates. But Gov. J.B. Pritzker has one message for the company: prove it.

State Farm?s insurance hikes spark backlash from Pritzker, lawmakers
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State Farm?s insurance hikes spark backlash from Pritzker, lawmakers

Illinois-based State Farm Insurance says severe weather is increasing in Illinois, leading to a need for higher insurance rates. But Gov. J.B. Pritzker has one message for the company: prove it.

Illinois-based State Farm Insurance says severe weather is increasing in Illinois, leading to a need for higher insurance rates. But Gov. J.B. Pritzker has one message for the company: prove it.

Paris on Politics: Will the city allow 'granny flats' & nepotism in Chicago politics?
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Paris on Politics: Will the city allow 'granny flats' & nepotism in Chicago politics?

On this episode of "Paris on Politics": Israel, Iran, Ukraine, Russia?the world is on fire, and a Chicago think tank aims to come up with answers. Then, UChicago is hosting experts and award winners to discuss preventing nuclear war. Next, will the city allow owners to convert coach houses and attics into affordable housing? We debate a proposal on the so-called granny flats. Plus, why City Council's longest-tenured alderman, Walter Burnett, is stepping down, and the familiar name who wants to replace him. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

On this episode of "Paris on Politics": Israel, Iran, Ukraine, Russia?the world is on fire, and a Chicago think tank aims to come up with answers. Then, UChicago is hosting experts and award winners to discuss preventing nuclear war. Next, will the city allow owners to convert coach houses and attics into affordable housing? We debate a proposal on the so-called granny flats. Plus, why City Council's longest-tenured alderman, Walter Burnett, is stepping down, and the familiar name who wants to replace him. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

Chicago's longest-serving alderman Walter Burnett is stepping down

Chicago's longest-serving alderman Walter Burnett is stepping down

After 30 years, Chicago's longest-serving alderman, Walter Burnett, is stepping down. And, he has a recommendation for who should replace him.

After 30 years, Chicago's longest-serving alderman, Walter Burnett, is stepping down. And, he has a recommendation for who should replace him.

5 ways Trump?s ?Big Beautiful Bill? will impact Illinois
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5 ways Trump?s ?Big Beautiful Bill? will impact Illinois

How will President Trump?s ?Big Beautiful Bill? affect residents in Illinois? Political reporter Paris Schutz breaks down five impacts we could see.

How will President Trump?s ?Big Beautiful Bill? affect residents in Illinois? Political reporter Paris Schutz breaks down five impacts we could see.

Paris on Politics: Feds visit Chicago Puerto Rican museum; Who is ICE targeting?
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Paris on Politics: Feds visit Chicago Puerto Rican museum; Who is ICE targeting?

On this episode of ?Paris on Politics,? we explore who Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Border Czar Tom Homan are targeting with their intensified immigration enforcement. Then, federal Homeland Security officials made an unannounced visit to the National Puerto Rican Museum in Humboldt Park, sparking a significant community outcry. What were they doing there, and was it legal? Plus, Republican Congressman Darin LaHood explains why he believes the "Big Beautiful Bill? will benefit Illinoisans, while Democrat Sean Casten argues it will harm them. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

On this episode of ?Paris on Politics,? we explore who Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Border Czar Tom Homan are targeting with their intensified immigration enforcement. Then, federal Homeland Security officials made an unannounced visit to the National Puerto Rican Museum in Humboldt Park, sparking a significant community outcry. What were they doing there, and was it legal? Plus, Republican Congressman Darin LaHood explains why he believes the "Big Beautiful Bill? will benefit Illinoisans, while Democrat Sean Casten argues it will harm them. FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.

Russia ramps up attacks on Ukraine, Trump reacts
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Russia ramps up attacks on Ukraine, Trump reacts

Russia has once again launched a massive wave of air attacks on Ukraine overnight. The stepped-up campaign makes it more likely that Congress will soon ramp up pressure of its own.

Russia has once again launched a massive wave of air attacks on Ukraine overnight. The stepped-up campaign makes it more likely that Congress will soon ramp up pressure of its own.