University of Chicago Political Science Professor Robert Pape presents data on immigration enforcement activity in Chicago during a Jan. 30, 2026, hearing of Illinois Accountability Commission. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)
Local
2 weeks ago
‘A crisis for the nation’: ICE accountability commission continues to seek solutions

Commissioners set to review actions of key Trump officials, at Pritzker’s request.

U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly.
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2 weeks ago
2nd Senate debate: Democrats talk fighting Trump, restoring trust in government

Federal minimum wage rate injects new division into race.

Justice Sanjay Tailor will replace Mary Jane Theis on the Illinois Supreme Court.
Local
2 weeks ago
Tailor sworn in to Illinois Supreme Court

He previously served as an associate judge in the Circuit Court of Cook County between 2003 and 2021, where he was assigned to the traffic municipal, domestic relations, law, and chancery divisions. 

Sports
2 weeks ago
White Sox players embrace higher expectations after young core showed promise last season

The White Sox used some of the financial flexibility they got in the Robert deal to sign veteran reliever Seranthony Domínguez. He figures to close for them.

David Robertson
Sports
2 weeks ago
David Robertson, a World Series champion and All-Star, retires after 17-year MLB career

Robertson totaled at least 34 saves from 2014-16 playing for the Yankees and Chicago White Sox.

student loan
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Federal government halts involuntary student loan collections

The delay gives people who are delinquent or in default more time to find a rehabilitation plan or consolidate their loans.

CBD
Local
2 weeks ago
Research study explores CBD use for those with ADHD, autism

“Patients in the autistic community in Israel have been using cannabis as a medicine for quite some time. it is considered safe and effective as a treatment for patients,” said Paul Armentano, deputy director of NORML. 

Michael Egan
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2 weeks ago
Former SPD cop sentenced to jail time in near-fatal DUI accident, prosecutors wanted years in prison

Questions arose during sentencing about whether Michael Egan was truly sorry.

District 186 and Horace Mann
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2 weeks ago
District 186: Nominate your favorite teacher for Educator of the Year

Horace Mann awards teachers and administrative staff for excellence in their work.

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