Nicolás Maduro appears in U.S. court, pleads not guilty; reaction to capture
After a dramatic weekend arrest, Nicolás Maduro makes his first U.S. federal court appearance as Washington debates the operation and Venezuela’s political and economic future remains uncertain.
After a dramatic weekend arrest, Nicolás Maduro makes his first U.S. federal court appearance as Washington debates the operation and Venezuela’s political and economic future remains uncertain.
Chicago Snowballs aim to mix baseball and entertainment
A new baseball team is going to slip into Chicago, but the Snowballs aren't chasing championships. They're just playing for the crowd.
A new baseball team is going to slip into Chicago, but the Snowballs aren't chasing championships. They're just playing for the crowd.
Venezuelans in Chicago react to Maduro's capture with relief, skepticism
From celebration to caution, Chicago’s Venezuelan community is reacting to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife by U.S. forces.
From celebration to caution, Chicago’s Venezuelan community is reacting to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife by U.S. forces.
Largest Venezuelan community reacts to Nicolás Maduro capture
Members of the largest Venezuelan community in the U.S. are reacting to the capture of Nicolás Maduro. We hear from a reporter in Doral, Florida, where emotions are running high.
Members of the largest Venezuelan community in the U.S. are reacting to the capture of Nicolás Maduro. We hear from a reporter in Doral, Florida, where emotions are running high.
Praise, protest in Chicago over US military action in Venezuela
There was plenty of mixed local reaction in Chicago to the Trump administration's military action in Venezuela.
There was plenty of mixed local reaction in Chicago to the Trump administration's military action in Venezuela.
Legal questions surrounding Maduro's capture
Legal Analyst Karen Conti joins us to discuss the latest developments in the Maduro case.
Legal Analyst Karen Conti joins us to discuss the latest developments in the Maduro case.
Deadly anti-government protests in Iran | What it could mean for the US
Deadly anti-government protests are unfolding in Iran. Robert Pape, a University of Chicago political science professor who specializes in international security affairs, explains what’s happening and how it could impact the United States.
Deadly anti-government protests are unfolding in Iran. Robert Pape, a University of Chicago political science professor who specializes in international security affairs, explains what’s happening and how it could impact the United States.
Chicago-area leaders blame Congress for rising ACA insurance costs
People in Illinois enrolled in the Affordable Care Act marketplace for health insurance are seeing large increases in their premiums.
People in Illinois enrolled in the Affordable Care Act marketplace for health insurance are seeing large increases in their premiums.
Chicago's Venezuelan community react to Maduro's capture
Chicago's Venezuelan community reacted with relief, concerns, and many questions in the aftermath of U.S. forces striking Venezuela and capturing Nicolas Maduro over the weekend.
Chicago's Venezuelan community reacted with relief, concerns, and many questions in the aftermath of U.S. forces striking Venezuela and capturing Nicolas Maduro over the weekend.
Maduro pleads not guilty as neighboring countries brace for fallout
After Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife pleaded not guilty to U.S. drug and weapons charges in New York, nearby countries — especially Colombia — are on alert over fears of instability, protests, and a potential new wave of migrants.
After Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife pleaded not guilty to U.S. drug and weapons charges in New York, nearby countries — especially Colombia — are on alert over fears of instability, protests, and a potential new wave of migrants.
Who is Barry Pollack? Meet the lawyer defending President Nicolás Maduro
The U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife during a military operation over the weekend.
The U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife during a military operation over the weekend.
Nicolás Maduro pleads not guilty in NYC court
The capture of Nicolás Maduro represents one of the most aggressive actions taken by the United States against a sitting foreign leader in decades.
The capture of Nicolás Maduro represents one of the most aggressive actions taken by the United States against a sitting foreign leader in decades.
Rep. Mike Lawler on Maduro capture: Law requires notifying Congress within 48 hours and President did that
Republican Congressional representative Mike Lawler says President Trump followed the 1973 War Powers Resolution, and notified Congress within 48 hours of deploying armed forces in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores.
Republican Congressional representative Mike Lawler says President Trump followed the 1973 War Powers Resolution, and notified Congress within 48 hours of deploying armed forces in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores.
'I am innocent': Maduro appears in New York court after U.S. military capture
The ousted Venezuelan leader and his wife were arraigned on drug trafficking and weapons charges following a surprise U.S. operation, as tight security surrounds the courthouse and reactions remain sharply divided.
The ousted Venezuelan leader and his wife were arraigned on drug trafficking and weapons charges following a surprise U.S. operation, as tight security surrounds the courthouse and reactions remain sharply divided.
Capitol Hill splits as Maduro capture sparks constitutional and political debate
Lawmakers brace for fallout after the capture of Venezuela’s president, with Republicans praising the move and Democrats warning it bypassed Congress and risks deeper U.S. involvement.
Lawmakers brace for fallout after the capture of Venezuela’s president, with Republicans praising the move and Democrats warning it bypassed Congress and risks deeper U.S. involvement.
Japanese sushi chain shatters record, pays $3.24 million for single bluefin tuna
Check out this single bluefin tuna that a Japanese sushi chain bought for more than $3 million at the famed New Year fish auction in Tokyo, shattering a previous record.
Check out this single bluefin tuna that a Japanese sushi chain bought for more than $3 million at the famed New Year fish auction in Tokyo, shattering a previous record.
Eva Schloss, Holocaust survivor and stepsister of Anne Frank, dies at 96
Eva Schloss survived Auschwitz and went on to become a renowned Holocaust educator, speaking worldwide and writing books.
Eva Schloss survived Auschwitz and went on to become a renowned Holocaust educator, speaking worldwide and writing books.
CES 2026 showcases major announcements, developments in tech
One of the biggest tech trade shows in the world kicks off in Las Vegas next week.
One of the biggest tech trade shows in the world kicks off in Las Vegas next week.
U.S. captures Venezuela’s president in ground operation, raising questions over motive and fallout
After a U.S. military strike led to Nicolás Maduro’s capture and extradition, lawmakers and global leaders debate whether the move was driven by drugs, oil, or regime change—and whether it risks a prolonged U.S. involvement similar to past interventions.
After a U.S. military strike led to Nicolás Maduro’s capture and extradition, lawmakers and global leaders debate whether the move was driven by drugs, oil, or regime change—and whether it risks a prolonged U.S. involvement similar to past interventions.
Calumet City family surprised with presents
A Calumet City family getting a special holiday gift, after Christmas. The mayor, the fire department and the police department surprised Ada Britton and her three grandchildren with Christmas presents.
A Calumet City family getting a special holiday gift, after Christmas. The mayor, the fire department and the police department surprised Ada Britton and her three grandchildren with Christmas presents.