Samantha Steele says she did not offer job to political opponent
Samantha Steele, the current Cook County Board of Review commissioner, is responding to allegations made by opponent Liz Nicholson. Steele tells us that “in no way, shape or form” did she offer Nicholson a job in exchange for dropping out of the race. Steele says the allegation is a distraction and argues that Nicholson is not qualified for the position she is seeking.
Samantha Steele, the current Cook County Board of Review commissioner, is responding to allegations made by opponent Liz Nicholson. Steele tells us that “in no way, shape or form” did she offer Nicholson a job in exchange for dropping out of the race. Steele says the allegation is a distraction and argues that Nicholson is not qualified for the position she is seeking.
‘Very unethical’: Cook County candidate says she was offered a job to drop out
A political fight is unfolding in Chicago as Liz Nicholson, a candidate for Cook County Board of Review commissioner in District 2, alleges she was offered a job by the current officeholder, Samantha Steele, in exchange for dropping out of the race. Nicholson calls the alleged offer “very unethical” and “very disturbing.”
A political fight is unfolding in Chicago as Liz Nicholson, a candidate for Cook County Board of Review commissioner in District 2, alleges she was offered a job by the current officeholder, Samantha Steele, in exchange for dropping out of the race. Nicholson calls the alleged offer “very unethical” and “very disturbing.”
DOJ sues over Illinois law protecting immigrants at courthouses, daycares, hospitals
The DOJ sued Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker over new state laws aimed at protecting immigrants at courthouses, hospitals and day cares.
The DOJ sued Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker over new state laws aimed at protecting immigrants at courthouses, hospitals and day cares.
Epstein files: DOJ releases almost 30,000 new documents in investigation, agency says
In a social media post Tuesday, the Department of Justice announced the release of nearly 30,000 files in the Jeffrey Epstein case. Here's what we know.
In a social media post Tuesday, the Department of Justice announced the release of nearly 30,000 files in the Jeffrey Epstein case. Here's what we know.
New batch of Epstein files released, Trump mentioned
In a social media post Tuesday, the Department of Justice announced the release of nearly 30,000 files in the Jeffrey Epstein case.
In a social media post Tuesday, the Department of Justice announced the release of nearly 30,000 files in the Jeffrey Epstein case.
Maryland congresswoman introduces two bills to overturn renaming of Kennedy Center
On Tuesday, Congresswoman April McClain Delaney introduced two pieces of legislation to overturn the attempt to add President Donald Trump's name to the John F.
On Tuesday, Congresswoman April McClain Delaney introduced two pieces of legislation to overturn the attempt to add President Donald Trump's name to the John F.
Chicago mayor doesn't sign nor veto budget deal, what this means
A Chicago budget deal will take effect after Mayor Brandon Johnson didn't sign nor veto the proposal.
A Chicago budget deal will take effect after Mayor Brandon Johnson didn't sign nor veto the proposal.
Stimulus payment December 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
U.S. strikes suspected drug boat as Trump pushes major Navy expansion
The U.S. launches its 29th known strike on a suspected drug vessel in the eastern Pacific amid growing pressure on Venezuela and President Trump’s plans to dramatically expand the U.S. Navy.
The U.S. launches its 29th known strike on a suspected drug vessel in the eastern Pacific amid growing pressure on Venezuela and President Trump’s plans to dramatically expand the U.S. Navy.
DHS offers $3000 'holiday stipend' to migrants who self-deport by end of year
The expanded "holiday stipend" triples the original $1,000 offer.
The expanded "holiday stipend" triples the original $1,000 offer.
Bears eye Indiana, Chicago mayor mulls budget veto | The Chicago Report
The Bears eye potential move to Northwest Indiana; Will Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson veto the budget passed by the City Council?; and a new book explores how Donald Trump used nativism to galvanize his political movement.
The Bears eye potential move to Northwest Indiana; Will Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson veto the budget passed by the City Council?; and a new book explores how Donald Trump used nativism to galvanize his political movement.
Nonprofit helps Chicagoans buy a home | The Chicago Report
Owning a home these days is tough with high prices, so one nonprofit is aiming to help lower-income Chicagoans, thanks to a $10 million reward.
Owning a home these days is tough with high prices, so one nonprofit is aiming to help lower-income Chicagoans, thanks to a $10 million reward.
Chicago mayor mum on budget plan | The Chicago Report
Will Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson veto the budget passed by a City Council bloc over the weekend?
Will Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson veto the budget passed by a City Council bloc over the weekend?
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson mulls possible veto on newly passed budget
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson faces a big decision on whether to veto a budget that was passed by the City Council over the weekend.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson faces a big decision on whether to veto a budget that was passed by the City Council over the weekend.
Illinois members of Congress are latest to tour immigration facilities after judge’s ruling
Four Illinois Democrats toured a federal immigration center in suburban Broadview on Monday.
Four Illinois Democrats toured a federal immigration center in suburban Broadview on Monday.
Lawmakers threaten contempt over DOJ’s partial release of Epstein files
Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie warn they may hold Attorney General Pam Bondi in contempt, accusing the Justice Department of missing a legal deadline as the DOJ says more Epstein documents are still under review to protect victims.
Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie warn they may hold Attorney General Pam Bondi in contempt, accusing the Justice Department of missing a legal deadline as the DOJ says more Epstein documents are still under review to protect victims.
Justice Department releases new Epstein files as critics accuse DOJ of delays
Newly released Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents spark controversy after some files were heavily redacted, briefly disappeared, and lawmakers from both parties say the Justice Department isn’t moving fast enough.
Newly released Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents spark controversy after some files were heavily redacted, briefly disappeared, and lawmakers from both parties say the Justice Department isn’t moving fast enough.
Chicago City Council OKs 2026 budget, reject head tax
The Chicago City Council approved the final portions of a record $16.6 billion budget for 2026 by a 30-18 vote on Saturday.
The Chicago City Council approved the final portions of a record $16.6 billion budget for 2026 by a 30-18 vote on Saturday.
Some Epstein files released Friday disappear from DOJ website
At least 16 files related to Jeffrey Epstein that were released Friday have disappeared from the DOJ website, including photos of President Trump, with no explanation.
At least 16 files related to Jeffrey Epstein that were released Friday have disappeared from the DOJ website, including photos of President Trump, with no explanation.
Epstein files released by Justice Department: What's in them
The Justice Department has released more than 300,000 pages of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein case files.
The Justice Department has released more than 300,000 pages of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein case files.