Week in Review: Pope Leo XIV, Pritzker's DC invite & Trump's latest moves
Everything you ever wanted to know about Chicago's pope ? Pope Leo XIV. Governor Pritzker gets a D.C. invite to defend Illinois' status as a sanctuary state. Then, from tariffs to meme coins to buying Canada, we?ve got your weekly Trump wrap. Plus, a who's who of new local and state political candidates, a Chicago chef doing battle with Gordon Ramsay, and a boutique that's the ultimate time warp.
Everything you ever wanted to know about Chicago's pope ? Pope Leo XIV. Governor Pritzker gets a D.C. invite to defend Illinois' status as a sanctuary state. Then, from tariffs to meme coins to buying Canada, we?ve got your weekly Trump wrap. Plus, a who's who of new local and state political candidates, a Chicago chef doing battle with Gordon Ramsay, and a boutique that's the ultimate time warp.
President Trump floats potential cuts to Chinese tariffs
A positive development happened in trade talks between the U.S. and China. President Donald Trump suggested he may cut tariffs on China to 80 percent.
A positive development happened in trade talks between the U.S. and China. President Donald Trump suggested he may cut tariffs on China to 80 percent.
Trump suggests cutting tariffs on China to 80%
The president’s remarks come ahead of a meeting between U.S. officials and Chinese representatives this weekend.
The president’s remarks come ahead of a meeting between U.S. officials and Chinese representatives this weekend.
Trump announces trade deal with UK, cuts tariffs on some goods
President Donald Trump announced a trade deal between the United States and Britain that will lower tariffs on some goods.
President Donald Trump announced a trade deal between the United States and Britain that will lower tariffs on some goods.
President Trump announces 'major trade deal' with UK
President Donald Trump on Thursday announced a trade deal between the United States and Britain, the first announced since his sweeping tariffs were implemented.
President Donald Trump on Thursday announced a trade deal between the United States and Britain, the first announced since his sweeping tariffs were implemented.
US, UK expected to announce a trade deal that Trump says will cement their relationship
The United States and Britain are expected to announce a trade deal on Thursday that will lower the burden of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs and deliver a political victory for U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
The United States and Britain are expected to announce a trade deal on Thursday that will lower the burden of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs and deliver a political victory for U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Fed rate and tariffs: Why interest is unchanged again, and what it means for you
Despite the Trump administration’s push for a rate cut, The Fed announced Wednesday it’s holding steady – and the president’s tariffs were a big deciding factor.
Despite the Trump administration’s push for a rate cut, The Fed announced Wednesday it’s holding steady – and the president’s tariffs were a big deciding factor.
Tariff talks between US and China pose interesting questions
Tariff talks with China are about to begin. There's no guarantee of a breakthrough but this could be a positive sign that a trade deal may be on the table.
Tariff talks with China are about to begin. There's no guarantee of a breakthrough but this could be a positive sign that a trade deal may be on the table.
President Trump and China to discuss tariffs amid tensions
Tariff talks between the U.S. and China are about to begin. There's no guarantee of a breakthrough, but the markets could see this as a very positive sign that a trade deal may be in the cards.
Tariff talks between the U.S. and China are about to begin. There's no guarantee of a breakthrough, but the markets could see this as a very positive sign that a trade deal may be in the cards.
Trump, Carney quibble over buying Canada: ‘Never say never’
Tensions have been high between the U.S. and Canada, and the newly-elected prime minister visited the White House Tuesday after promising to “stand up" to President Trump.
Tensions have been high between the U.S. and Canada, and the newly-elected prime minister visited the White House Tuesday after promising to “stand up" to President Trump.
Mattel plans toy price increases in US amid Trump's tariffs
The toy manufacturer believes that despite the tariffs some of their products will still be affordable for consumers.
The toy manufacturer believes that despite the tariffs some of their products will still be affordable for consumers.
Business owner facing steep tariffs tests whether people will pay for 'Made in USA'
A business offered customers a choice between a foreign-made product or the same item made in the U.S. at a much higher cost - and was overwhelmed by the results.
A business offered customers a choice between a foreign-made product or the same item made in the U.S. at a much higher cost - and was overwhelmed by the results.
Trump goes after China as small businesses struggle amid trade war
The Trump administration is taking action against China that some fear could cause trouble for smaller businesses already struggling amid the ongoing trade war.
The Trump administration is taking action against China that some fear could cause trouble for smaller businesses already struggling amid the ongoing trade war.
Senate fails to block Trump’s global tariffs
Senate Republicans have narrowly voted down a Democratic resolution that would have blocked global tariffs announced by Donald Trump earlier this month.
Senate Republicans have narrowly voted down a Democratic resolution that would have blocked global tariffs announced by Donald Trump earlier this month.
Trump eases auto tariffs in bid to boost US manufacturing
President Trump signed an executive order easing some of his 25% tariffs on autos and auto parts, aiming to support U.S. automakers and manufacturing jobs.
President Trump signed an executive order easing some of his 25% tariffs on autos and auto parts, aiming to support U.S. automakers and manufacturing jobs.
President Trump holds rally in Michigan to mark 100 days in office
President Donald Trump make a speech in Michigan on Tuesday to mark his 100th day in office.
President Donald Trump make a speech in Michigan on Tuesday to mark his 100th day in office.
Trump admin teases new trade deals, but remains at odds with China
The White House is teasing that new trade agreements may be on the way, but still seems to be far apart with China.
The White House is teasing that new trade agreements may be on the way, but still seems to be far apart with China.
How President Trump is impacting the Canadian election
Canadian voters are casting their ballots today deciding whether the liberal party will stay in power or if conservatives will take control for the first time in nearly a decade.
Canadian voters are casting their ballots today deciding whether the liberal party will stay in power or if conservatives will take control for the first time in nearly a decade.
Tariff poll: How much economic "disruption" Americans will tolerate
A growing number of Americans are skeptical that President Trump’s tariffs on U.S. trading partners will benefit the economy, according to a new Gallup poll.
A growing number of Americans are skeptical that President Trump’s tariffs on U.S. trading partners will benefit the economy, according to a new Gallup poll.
President Trump hit with low approval ratings on the economy, tariffs
Several recent polls show voters are not satisfied with President Donald Trump's performance so far on the economy, inflation, and tariffs.
Several recent polls show voters are not satisfied with President Donald Trump's performance so far on the economy, inflation, and tariffs.