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On this Juneteenth, learning how rest can be a means of resistance. And how Meigs Field became a public park.
City Council narrowly approves a “snap curfew.” And a wrongfully convicted man gets a settlement after almost three decades behind bars.
Mayor Brandon Johnson criticizes a “snap curfew” proposal. And we sit down with outgoing Chicago Public Schools leader Pedro Martinez.
The president considers adding more countries to his travel ban list. And Gov. JB Pritzker signs a $55 billion budget bill that’s reliant on millions in new taxes.
Onetime political heavyweight Michael Madigan has his fate decided by a federal judge. And Chicagoans join nationwide protests against the Trump administration.
Gov. JB Pritzker testifies before Congress about protections for undocumented immigrants. And what you can expect from Saturday’s “No Kings” rally.
The mayor says the city is ready for large-scale protests this weekend. And exploring the challenges facing many Black fathers.
Gov. JB Pritzker is preparing to testify before Congress on Illinois’ protections for undocumented immigrants. And Cook County reaches a new milestone with medical debt relief.
Concerns over the president’s deployment of the National Guard to stop protests in California. And how the Trump administration’s tariffs on steel and aluminum are impacting businesses in Illinois.
A chaotic scene as federal agents make a surprise mass immigration arrest. And Mayor Brandon Johnson says he’s confident public transit will get the funding it needs — but who will pay?
Local leaders react to yesterday’s immigration arrests. And why Illinois State Police is sharing data with federal immigration authorities.
A new path toward building wealth in Chicago’s Black communities. And Chicago State University is adding a football team to its roster.
The mayor reacts as state lawmakers fail to fund public transit. And the latest on COVID-19 vaccine guidelines.
State lawmakers react to the new budget. And Jeremy Piven is bringing his stand-up comedy home to Chicago.
The Illinois House advances a bill allowing physician-assisted death for the terminally ill. And an overhaul of public transit in the Chicago area is lining up in Springfield.
Lawmakers are working to address transit and state budget challenges with just two days left in session. And a congressman from Schaumburg discusses his bid for the U.S. Senate.