Chicago Politics

Biden Administration Dec 5

Former Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. makes case for pardon as Biden nears exit

Former Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr., who pleaded guilty to misusing campaign funds while he was in Congress, is seeking a pardon from President Joe Biden, citing the president’s decision to pardon his son H...

Illinois Politics Dec 4

‘Egregious coronation:' Henyard attorney blasts Thornton Township caucus
illinois laws Dec 4

Illinois and Cook County's minimum wage set to increase in January 2025

Rahm Emanuel Dec 3

Rahm Emanuel is not done with public service just yet

In six weeks, former Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel will move back to the city. Will he run for office or take on a national role with the Democratic Party?
Chicago City Council Dec 3

Could Chicago budget plan raise prices at downtown parking garages?

As a Dec. 31 deadline looms for Chicago’s budget talks, aldermen got down to the nitty gritty in finding ways to address a billion-dollar budget gap.
Michael Madigan Dec 2

Star witness faces cross-examination in Madigan trial

After more than a week of often uncomfortable testimony for the former alderman-turned-FBI mole about massages and Viagra, the latest questioning focused Danny Solis’ failure to declare hundreds...
chicago politics Dec 2

New Cook County state's attorney announces change to detention policy under SAFE-T Act

Just moments after being sworn in as Cook County’s new state’s attorney, Eileen O’Neill Burke announced a change to the county’s policy involving the controversial SAFE-T Act....

Michael Madigan Nov 26

Ex-Ald. Danny Solis continues third day of testimony in Madigan trial

Ex-Chicago Ald. Daniel Solis was back on the stand Tuesday to testify in the trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.
Alexi Giannoulias Nov 20

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias urged to consider Chicago mayoral run

The Chicago mayoral election is still more than two years away, but one prominent Illinois politician is being urged to consider a run for the job.
Brandon Johnson Nov 19

‘Time to grow up:' Brandon Johnson unveils new budget ideas amid tough fight

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has shifted course on how to close a $1 billion budget gap, trying to strike a conciliatory tone while also blasting critics amid the tough fight.
Donald Trump Nov 18

Trump deportation plans spark fierce reactions from critics

President-elect Donald Trump has confirmed he plans to use the military as part of a mass deportation program, sparking intense reactions from critics of the plan.
Trump Administration Nov 17

Casten blasts Trump pick of fossil fuel exec as energy secretary

Illinois Rep. Sean Casten is blasting President-elect Donald Trump’s pick of Liberty Energy CEO Chris Wright to be the nation’s next energy secretary.
Brandon Johnson Nov 12

Johnson back to drawing board after City Council rejects property tax hike

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has a month and a half to get a new city budget passed, but he’s back to the drawing board after a $300 million property tax hike was rejected.
Congress Nov 10

Who controls the House and Senate? Here's where things stand

NBC News has called the final two states in the presidential election, but two Senate seats and a slew of House seats remain up for grabs.
Congress Nov 9

Who has control of the House after the 2024 election? Where things stand

With Republicans poised to take control of the White House and Senate in January, all eyes turn toward the House of Representatives as several key races remain uncalled.
Illinois Assault Weapons Ban Nov 8

Federal judge rules Illinois assault weapons ban is unconstitutional

A federal judge has ruled Illinois’ assault weapons ban is unconstitutional, according to a decision released Friday.
JB Pritzker Nov 7

Pritzker promises to be ‘a warrior' after Trump elected president

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has never shied away from criticizing President-elect Donald Trump, and stepped up his rhetoric as another Trump administration approaches.
Donald Trump Nov 6

Trump's strong Illinois performance reflects national gains

President-elect Donald Trump put forward one of the best Republican performances in Illinois in recent memory, with several key trends driving those advances.
Illinois Election 2024 Nov 4

What is the Electoral College, and how does it choose the president?

Every four years, Americans cast ballots to determine their chosen President of the United States, but technically speaking, the choice isn’t theirs alone.
Chicago Public Schools Oct 31

Embattled Chicago School Board president resigns over social media posts

Rev. Mitchell Johnson, appointed to lead the Chicago Board of Education earlier this month, has resigned amid revelations of antisemitic and misogynistic social media posts.