Chicago Mayor Criticizes Trump, Warns of Potential Impacts
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has voiced strong concerns about a potential second term for Donald Trump. Echoing sentime...
Trump Commutes Sentence of Gang Leader Larry Hoover After Ye...
Former President Donald Trump has commuted the life sentence of Larry Hoover Sr., a Chicago gang leader. The decision fo...
Trump Commutes Life Sentence of Gang Leader Larry Hoover
Former President Donald Trump has commuted the life sentence of Larry Hoover, a notorious Chicago gang leader. Hoover, a...
Blagojevich Blasts Democrats, Calls Schiff 'Elvis' of Liars
Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich didn't hold back in his recent criticism of the Democratic Party. He accused th...
Propane Leak Causes Truck Explosion in Suburban Chicago
A truck exploded in Addison, Illinois, over the Memorial Day weekend, injuring the driver and causing damage to nearby h...
Illinois Lawmakers Clash Over Transgender Athletes in Girls'...
Debates in Illinois have become intense as lawmakers discuss the role of transgender athletes in girls' sports. The disc...
Dolton, IL Considers Eminent Domain for Pope Leo XIV's Home
The village of Dolton, Illinois, is considering using eminent domain to acquire the childhood home of Pope Leo XIV. The...
Dolton, Illinois to Acquire Pope Leo XIV's Childhood Home
The village of Dolton, Illinois, is planning to purchase the childhood home of Pope Leo XIV. Village officials hope to p...
Illinois Trans Athlete Debate Intensifies, Republicans Seek...
The ongoing debate surrounding transgender athletes in Illinois high school sports has escalated. Following a tense trac...
Transgender Athlete's Track Victory Fuels Fairness Debate in...
A transgender middle school athlete's victory in a girls' track event in Illinois has ignited a passionate debate about...
Brian Urlacher Voices Opinion on Transgender Athletes in Gir...
Former Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher has weighed in on the debate surrounding transgender athletes participati...
George Wendt, 'Cheers' Star Known as Norm, Dies at 76
George Wendt, the beloved actor best known for his role as Norm Peterson on the hit sitcom "Cheers," has passed away at...
Teen Attacked in Illinois McDonald's After Anti-LGBTQ+ Slurs
A 19-year-old woman was violently attacked inside a McDonald's restaurant in suburban Illinois. Police report that two t...
Midwest Braces for Severe Storms, Tornado Threat
The Midwest is preparing for another round of severe weather. Forecasters predict storms with the potential for large ha...
Rare Dust Storm Plunges Chicago Area Into Darkness
A rare dust storm swept through the Chicago area on Friday, turning day into night. The storm, impacting northwest India...
Severe Storms Bring Tornadoes, Soak Beyonc Concert in Chicag...
Powerful storms swept through the Midwest on Thursday, bringing suspected tornadoes to several states. The severe weathe...
Illinois 'Crime-Free Housing' Laws Lead to Evictions for Min...
In several Illinois cities, residents are facing eviction due to 'crime-free housing' laws. These laws allow landlords t...
Illinois Senate Race: Pritzker's Influence and Old Rivalries
The Illinois Senate race to replace Senator Richard Durbin is heating up. With few major policy differences between the...
Pope Leo XIV to Reunite with Family in Rome
Pope Leo XIV, the first American Pope, is set to welcome his family to Rome. His brother, John Prevost, will be among th...
Pope's Childhood Home in Illinois Sees Price Surge
The childhood home of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, now a leading figure in the Catholic Church, has seen a surge in...
Pope Leo XIV, Chicago Native, Voted in Illinois GOP Primarie...
Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pontiff, has participated in Illinois Republican primary elections, according to p...
Chicago Celebrates as Pope Leo Ascends to Papacy
The Catholic world rejoices as Pope Leo is named the new head of the Church. The announcement has special significance f...
Pritzker's Presidential Ambitions Tied to Illinois Senate Ra...
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's future presidential aspirations might hinge on the outcome of the upcoming Senate race....
Supreme Court Weighs Challenge to Illinois Mail-In Ballot Law
The Supreme Court will review a Republican challenge to Illinois' mail-in ballot law. The law allows ballots received up...
Supreme Court to Hear Illinois Mail-In Ballot Case
The Supreme Court will review a challenge to Illinois' election law regarding mail-in ballots. Republican Representative...
Canadian Wildfire Smoke Prompts Air Quality Alerts in Midwest
Smoke from intense wildfires in Canada has drifted south, triggering air quality alerts across several Midwestern states...
Boulder Attack Suspect Arrested; FBI Investigates as Terrorism
A suspect has been apprehended following an attack in Boulder, Colorado. The FBI is now involved, investigating the inci...
Illinois Teacher Retires After Decades of Shaping Young Minds
After a long and dedicated career, Illinois third-grade teacher Nancy Tusek is retiring. She spent decades teaching in a...
Rep. Krishnamoorthi Discusses AI Regulation and Economic Outlook
Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi appeared on "Face the Nation" to discuss pressing issues facing the nation. The Illin...
Canada Wildfires: Hot, Dry Weather Fuels Ongoing Crisis
Canada continues to grapple with intense wildfires, prompting states of emergency in multiple provinces. The blazes are...
Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers Revealed
A new report from SmartAsset identifies the top U.S. cities for those buying their first home. Texas cities dominate the...
Navy Sailor Arrested in Illinois Over South Carolina Shooting
A Navy sailor, Shawon Shamarion Williams, has been apprehended in Illinois in connection with a mass shooting that occur...
Trump Commutes Sentence of Gangster Disciples Founder Larry Hoover
Former President Donald Trump commuted the federal life sentence of Larry Hoover, the founder of the Gangster Disciples...
Trump Commutes Sentence of Gangster Disciples Leader Larry Hoover
Former President Donald Trump has commuted the sentence of Larry Hoover, the former leader of the Gangster Disciples. Ho...
Deadly Storms and Tornadoes Devastate Midwest, Killing Dozens
Severe storms and tornadoes ripped through the Midwest, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming the lives of more th...
Midwest Storms and Tornadoes Claim Over Two Dozen Lives
Severe storms and tornadoes swept across the Midwest, resulting in more than two dozen fatalities. The powerful weather...
Dust Storm Warning Issued for Chicago Area
The Chicago area is under a dust storm warning as strong winds carry dust clouds across the region. Forecasters warn tha...
Illinois House Approves Police Hiring Overhaul Bill
The Illinois House has passed a bill to change how police officers are hired in the state. This new law would require po...
Dog Saves Illinois Man Shot in Head on First Date
Chris Smith, of Illinois, survived a gunshot wound to the head thanks to his loyal dog, Tiki. Smith was on a first date...
Illinois First Date Turns Deadly: One Killed, One Wounded
A first date in Illinois turned tragic when Leslie Reeves and Chris Smith were both shot in the head at Smith's home. Sm...
Pope Leo XIV's Creole Heritage Sparks Excitement in New Orleans
Pope Leo XIV, though born in Chicago, has a fascinating family history tied to Louisiana. Genealogical records reveal de...
Pope Leo XVI's Creole Heritage Sparks Excitement in New Orleans
Pope Leo XVI, though born in Chicago, has family ties to Louisiana that are generating buzz in New Orleans. Genealogical...
Cardinal Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV: First U.S.-Born Pontiff
Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the new Pope, choosing the name Leo XIV. This marks a historic moment as he...
Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago Elected as New Pope
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, an American from Chicago, has been chosen as the new Pope. The announcement sparked cel...
Brother of Pope Leo XIV Recalls Moment of 'Disbelief'
John Prevost, brother of newly elected Pope Leo XIV, describes his initial reaction to the news. Watching from his home...
Pope Robert Prevost's Family History Traced to New Orleans
Genealogical research reveals that Pope Robert Prevost has roots in New Orleans. His maternal grandparents were married...
American Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected Pope Leo XIV
The Catholic Church has a new leader: Pope Leo XIV. Cardinal Robert Prevost, an American from Chicago, has been elected...
American Catholics React to Chicago Native Named Pope
Robert Prevost, a Chicago native, has been chosen as the new Pope, sparking excitement among Catholic Americans. Prevost...
Former President Trump Comments on Election of First American Pope
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a statement regarding the election of Pope Leo, the first American to hold...
Pope Leo XIV Addresses World After Election
Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born Pope, spoke from St. Peter's Balcony after being elected. He addressed a crowd gat...
Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected Pope Leo XIV
The 2025 papal conclave concluded after a single day, electing American Cardinal Robert Prevost as the new Pope Leo XIV....