Northwestern professor reacts to deal with Trump admin to restore funds | The Chicago Report
Northwestern University became the latest major academic institution to cut a deal with the Trump administration to restore federal funding.
Northwestern University became the latest major academic institution to cut a deal with the Trump administration to restore federal funding.
Chicago alders present alternative to mayor's budget plan | The Chicago Report
Some members of the Chicago City Council presented their own budget proposal to counter Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan as the city tries to close a $1.1 billion deficit.
Some members of the Chicago City Council presented their own budget proposal to counter Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan as the city tries to close a $1.1 billion deficit.
Congress wants answers on Venezuela boat strikes that some call war crimes
Lawmakers want clear answers from Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth on the lethal strikes on suspected drug boats from Venezuela.
Lawmakers want clear answers from Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth on the lethal strikes on suspected drug boats from Venezuela.
Tennessee Seventh Congressional District Special Election is underway | ChicagoLIVE
The Tennessee Seventh Congressional District Special Election is underway on Tuesday and the stakes are high.
The Tennessee Seventh Congressional District Special Election is underway on Tuesday and the stakes are high.
FULL ADDRESS: Trump says investment accounts will help children learn about business
President Donald Trump said that the billions of dollars to be donated to his "Trump accounts" for children will help to educate them about business and capitalism. The accounts include an initial $1,000 going into the accounts for children born between the start of 2025 and the end of 2028.
President Donald Trump said that the billions of dollars to be donated to his "Trump accounts" for children will help to educate them about business and capitalism. The accounts include an initial $1,000 going into the accounts for children born between the start of 2025 and the end of 2028.
Dell pledges $6.25B for ‘Trump accounts’; expert explains impact on kids’ investments | ChicagoLIVE
Michael and Susan dell commit billions to fund new “Trump accounts,” offering 25 million children under age 10 an incentive to start investing. Stockpile CEO Victor Wang joins us to break down who qualifies, how the program could shape the future generations and the best investment options for kids. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Michael and Susan dell commit billions to fund new “Trump accounts,” offering 25 million children under age 10 an incentive to start investing. Stockpile CEO Victor Wang joins us to break down who qualifies, how the program could shape the future generations and the best investment options for kids. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Illinois rejects federal 'No Tax on Tips' | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois officials have rejected the federal “No Tax on Tips” proposal, signaling that the state will continue taxing gratuities despite national efforts to exempt tipped income.
Illinois officials have rejected the federal “No Tax on Tips” proposal, signaling that the state will continue taxing gratuities despite national efforts to exempt tipped income.
$2000 tariff dividend check update: Trump says dividend refund checks coming in 2026
During a cabinet meeting on December 2, President Donald Trump said the U.S. is collecting "trillions of dollars" from tariffs and that part of this money would be returned to citizens as dividend refund checks in 2026.
During a cabinet meeting on December 2, President Donald Trump said the U.S. is collecting "trillions of dollars" from tariffs and that part of this money would be returned to citizens as dividend refund checks in 2026.
Chicago mayor holds briefing to ‘fact check’ ads targeting 2026 proposed budget
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson held a press briefing Tuesday to "fact check" ad commercials circulating about the 2026 proposed budget.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson held a press briefing Tuesday to "fact check" ad commercials circulating about the 2026 proposed budget.
U.S. delegates face tough road in negotiations with Putin
A U.S. delegation is in Moscow today to sit down with Russian president Vladimir Putin and try to iron out a deal to end the war in Ukraine.
A U.S. delegation is in Moscow today to sit down with Russian president Vladimir Putin and try to iron out a deal to end the war in Ukraine.
High-profile Tennessee congressional race could be litmus test for both parties
A single congressional race in Tennessee today has become a critical test for both parties -- and the money has been pouring in.
A single congressional race in Tennessee today has become a critical test for both parties -- and the money has been pouring in.
Should Illinois' SAFE-T Act be revised? | The Chicago Report
The Illinois SAFE-T Act, which ended cash bail in the state, is coming under renewed scrutiny after some high-profile crimes in Chicago.
The Illinois SAFE-T Act, which ended cash bail in the state, is coming under renewed scrutiny after some high-profile crimes in Chicago.
New SNAP requirements now in effect, USDA planning major overhaul of program
Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.
Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.
Lawmakers urge congressional review of U.S. strikes on alleged drug-trafficking boats
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say Congress should review the U.S. military strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats.
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say Congress should review the U.S. military strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats.
Slight majority of Illinoisans approve of Gov. JB Pritzker as he seeks third term, poll finds
A slight majority of Illinois voters approve of Gov. JB Pritzker as he seeks a third term, a new poll found.
A slight majority of Illinois voters approve of Gov. JB Pritzker as he seeks a third term, a new poll found.
Trump's approval rating drops to lowest so far in second-term: Gallup
President Trump’s approval rating dropped to its lowest point since he took office the second time, Gallup’s latest poll found. Here’s what the numbers are saying.
President Trump’s approval rating dropped to its lowest point since he took office the second time, Gallup’s latest poll found. Here’s what the numbers are saying.
Iran boycotting 2026 World Cup draw ceremony in Washington due to denied visas
The groups for the 2026 World Cup will be selected at random next week in Washington, D.C., but one of the participating countries has decided to boycott the draw.
The groups for the 2026 World Cup will be selected at random next week in Washington, D.C., but one of the participating countries has decided to boycott the draw.
IRS releases guidance for Trump's 'no tax on tips' and overtime deductions: What to know
Workers can deduct up to $25K in tips and over $12K in overtime pay under new tax law provisions.
Workers can deduct up to $25K in tips and over $12K in overtime pay under new tax law provisions.
Trump administration says it is halting all asylum decisions after National Guard shooting
The Trump administration has announced it is halting all asylum decisions in the wake of the National Guard shooting in Washington, D.C. Here's what we know.
The Trump administration has announced it is halting all asylum decisions in the wake of the National Guard shooting in Washington, D.C. Here's what we know.
Trump administration to review green card holders from 'countries of concern.' What we know
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services director announced in a social media post that the agency will conduct a full review of what he referred to as “high-risk" countries.
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services director announced in a social media post that the agency will conduct a full review of what he referred to as “high-risk" countries.