Republicans hold on to Georgia House seat, thin majority ahead of midterms
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Republicans retained control of the U.S. House seat in Georgia once held by Marjorie Taylor Greene, a one-time Trump ally, but their majority remains slim ahead of the midterm elections.

Chicagoans split on Iran conflict, calls to invoke 25th Amendment
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The U.S.-Iran conflict has escalated in recent weeks following American and allied strikes targeting Iranian military and nuclear-related infrastructure, raising fears of a broader regional war. 

Strait of Hormuz closed in response to Israeli attack, local reports say

Iran reportedly closed the Strait of Hormuz Wednesday in response to an Israeli attack on Lebanon, local media was reporting. Details were forthcoming.

Global air chief warns it could take months to replenish jet fuel supply

Worldwide aviation executives said that it could still take months to recover the jet fuel supply even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz. 

Illinois leaders rally against Trump after threats to Iran
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President Donald Trump's recent threats to Iran have brought down calls to invoke the 25th Amendment to remove him from office.

Ceasefire raises questions about stability in Middle East
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Paul Poast from the University of Chicago breaks down whether the new U.S.-Israel-Iran ceasefire will hold, what it means for global tensions and oil prices, and the risks of future conflict.

NIPSCO union lockout continues into Day 5
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It's been five days since NIPSCO locked out 1,600 United Steelworkers. This includes not only the utility company's linemen, but clerical staff as well.

Cherry blossoms return to Chicago's Jackson Park for spring season
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A stunning display has returned to Jackson Park, as cherry blossoms blanket the area in shades of pink and white. The annual bloom draws crowds from the city and suburbs, with visitors eager to capture the fleeting springtime spectacle.

Chicago protesters demand action after President Trump's Iran scare

Anti-war protesters marched from Federal Plaza through downtown Chicago, urging Congress to act against President Donald Trump after he posted on Truth Social that "a whole civilization will die tonight" if a deal with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz was not reached.

Illinois 911 dispatcher killed in car crash remembered for confidence
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A Will County dispatcher died after a car crash on Interstate 55 over the weekend. She was identified as 26-year-old Melissa Prosser, of Bourbonnais.

Trump, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire to open Strait of Hormuz
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President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend the "bombing and attack of Iran" for two weeks following a conversation with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, of Pakistan, according to the president's Truth Social account. 

Trump pauses strikes as Iran agrees to 2-week ceasefire

Iran has agreed to a two-week ceasefire and plans talks with the U.S. as Trump pauses strikes, though Tehran warns the war is not over.

Iran agreement, CHA lawsuit and Wisconsin elections | The Chicago Report
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Trump announces an agreement has been reached with Iran just hours before looming deadline. And, the leadership dispute at the CHA is escalating. All this and more on The Chicago Report. 

About 27% primary election turnout in Chicago | The Chicago Report
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A little over a quarter of registered voters in Chicago turned in a ballot in last month’s primary election, according to official results from the city’s Board of Election Commissioners.

Trump agrees to suspend 'bombing and attack' of Iran for 2 weeks

President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend “bombing and attack of Iran" for two weeks following a conversation with Pakistan's prime minister on Tuesday.

Illinois leaders blast Trump, float 25th Amendment after Iran warning: 'pure evil'
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Several Illinois politicians are responding to Trump's threat by calling for his removal from office under the 25th Amendment or urging Congress to reconvene to halt potential military action.

Illinois 911 dispatcher killed in interstate crash: 'We lost a light'
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A Will County dispatcher died after a car crash on Interstate 55 over the weekend.  She was identified as 26-year-old Melissa Prosser, of Bourbonnais, by the Will County Coroner's Office.

Chicagoans protest as Trump's deadline for Iran looms
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Chicagoans are taking to the streets on Tuesday as President Trump's deadline for Iran looms. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum reports.