DOJ seeks to indict former FBI Director James Comey

Trump sees Comey as one of his biggest political adversaries, and has long sought retribution for the investigation into ties between Russia and Trump's 2016 presidential campaign.

Government shutdown could lead to mass firings, Trump admin warns
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A government shutdown could be less than a week away, and now the Trump administration is promising to lay off more federal workers if it happens.

Nearly 8 in 10 voters say the US is in a 'political crisis': survey

A new Quinnipiac University national poll found that 79% of surveyed voters believe the U.S. is in a "political crisis" following the recent assassination of conservative firebrand Charlie Kirk.

Suspected Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson's defense attorney revealed

Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old accused of fatally shooting Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk during a campus speech earlier this month, finally has a defense attorney.

Trump replaces Biden portrait with autopen in Presidential Walk of Fame

President Donald Trump unveiled a new Presidential Walk of Fame at the White House, featuring portraits of every past president except Joe Biden.

Trump administration rehires federal employees laid off by DOGE

Government employees have until the end of this week to accept or decline their reinstatement, with their return to work set for early October.

Charlie Kirk could be placed on US currency under new House GOP proposal

A pair of House Republicans are pushing to have Charlie Kirk memorialized on U.S. currency in the wake of his assassination earlier this month.

Jimmy Kimmel monologue: What he said, and what Trump said about his return

Jimmy Kimmel returned to his late-night show after a suspension following remarks about Charlie Kirk's killing. Here are some highlights from his monologue.

Trump surprises with stronger support for Ukraine as he and Zelenskyy address UN
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls for global backing at the UN, while President Trump unexpectedly signals a tougher stance on Russia and greater support for Ukraine.

Chicago aldermen reach deal on proposal to allow more ‘granny flats’ in city

The Chicago City Council may soon consider allowing more accessory dwelling units (ADUs) after two aldermen reached an agreement on a revised ordinance.

Statue of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands appears on National Mall

A 12-foot statue of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands appeared on the National Mall this week, put up by an anonymous group to mark “Friendship Month."

Trump's Tylenol warning causes pushback from medical community

Trump has suggested that using Tylenol while pregnant could increase the chance of kids developing autism, a claim that has since garnered negative attention from medical leaders worldwide.

What Jimmy Kimmel controversy says about free speech | The Chicago Report
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While the suspension of late night TV host Jimmy Kimmel was set to end on Tuesday, what does the controversy say about free speed in the modern media landscape?

Illinois rep reacts to Trump's speech at U.N. meeting | The Chicago Report
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U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson, D- Chicago, gives his reaction to President Donald Trump's appearance before the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday.

Deadline for new spending bill nears
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With just one week before the latest funding deadline, the odds of a government shutdown may have just increased. Chad Pergram has the latest.