Illinois

Former President Barack Obama and former President Bill Clinton watch as former President George W. Bush, gives former first lady Michelle Obama mints ahead of the dedication ceremony at the Obama Presidential Center, Thursday, June 18, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais, Pool)

White House

Why George W Bush handed Altoids to Michelle Obama at her husband’s presidential center opening

Kiara Moore -

June 18, 2026 4:57 pm

Infrastructure

Chicago alderman looks to rename roadway in front of Trump Tower after Obama

Claire Carter -

June 18, 2026 11:05 am

In this Nov. 25, 2019 file photo, Alderman Robin Rue Simmons, 5th Ward, proposes a reparations fund during a City Council meeting in Evanston, lll.

Justice

DOJ seeks to intervene in suit challenging Illinois city’s reparations program

Kaelan Deese -

June 16, 2026 4:53 pm

Crime

Illinois Democrats eye Glock ban despite backlash from Second Amendment advocates over existing state regulations

Emily Hallas -

June 8, 2026 7:00 am

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams warms up during the NFL football team's practice Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in Lake Forest, Ill.

Sports

Chicago Bears inch closer to jumping over border to Indiana

Chris Irvine -

June 5, 2026 1:51 pm

Flanked by other elected officials and representatives from the Democratic National Committee, Rep. Jesus

Congressional

Chuy Garcia’s successor faces independent challengers after nomination scheme

Claire Carter -

June 4, 2026 12:12 pm

Protesters gather in front of the Minnesota state Capitol on Jan. 14, 2026, in response to the death of Renee Good.

Crime

Prosecutors drop charges against Kat Abughazaleh and other ICE facility protestors

Emily Hallas -

May 22, 2026 8:58 am

Dolton, Illinois, Mayor Tiffany Henyard.

State

‘America’s worst mayor’ Tiffany Henyard wins Georgia primary after switching parties

Brady Knox -

May 21, 2026 8:38 am

Chicago Bears offensive tackle Darnell Wright (58) blocks during an NFL football game.

Sports

Pritzker attacks Chicago mayor for having ‘no plan’ for keeping Bears in Illinois

Rena Rowe -

May 18, 2026 2:00 pm

A courtroom gavel is seen on a wood table.

Education

Illinois teacher drops lawsuit against Christian mother after yearslong free speech battle

Kaelan Deese -

May 4, 2026 12:08 pm

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