Illinois
Federal Operation Removes 800 'Dangerous Truckers' From Nation's Roadways
Federal and state law enforcement agencies conducted the roadside enforcement operation targeting unvetted drivers and unsafe commercial vehicles from July 28 to 30 in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Ohio.
25 States Sue Trump Over Tariffs Imposed Against Forced Labor
California, New York, and 23 other states claim the president didn’t investigate the forced labor claims long enough.
Illinois Locals Cut From SNAP to Receive Emergency Cash
The Illinois state legislature allocated $70 million for the Families Receiving Emergency Support for Hunger (FRESH) program to provide $400 to local residents who are no longer eligible for SNAP benefits due to federal work requirements.
Chicago Exhibition Recreates Anne Frank's Secret Annex
A new Chicago exhibition lets visitors experience one of history's most powerful stories firsthand.
Court Rules Illinois’s In-State Tuition Benefits for Illegal Immigrants Unconstitutional
A federal court’s ruling in favor of the Trump administration is helping to expand the Justice Department’s push to curb public benefits for illegal immigrants.
Wildfire Smoke Chokes US Midwest and East, While Texas Flooding Kills 2
Emergency officials in Texas warned that life-threatening flooding will continue on Friday, with several more inches of rain expected.
Nation’s Largest Electricity Grid Sounds Alarm as Summer Heat Strains Supply
Congestion was especially concentrated near northern Virginia, home to the world's largest concentration of data centers.
2 Teens in Custody After Targeted Illinois Shooting Leaves 5 Family Members Dead, 2 Seriously Wounded
Officials said at least seven family members were shot at three separate locations in East St. Louis, Illinois.
8-Year-Old Girl Killed by Lightning Strike in Illinois Near Family Home
Kinslee Tschida was playing with her cousins in her family's back yard on July 3 when she was suddenly struck by a leader, just a few feet from her family members and the house itself.
Pritzker Signs Bipartisan, First-in-Nation Sweeping AI Safety Audit Law
The Illinois governor signed a law requiring the largest AI companies to undergo annual outside safety audits, a first in the United States.
Body of 16-Year-Old Girl Found in River Days After Being Reported Missing in Illinois
Elgin teen Destiny Neal was reported missing on the evening of June 19.
ICE Arrests Former Teacher for Tren de Aragua Mass Shooting
The DHS says the illegal alien assisted in a December 2024 Tren de Aragua mass shooting at a house party in Chicago.
Trump Calls for Federal Intervention in Chicago After Violent Weekend
The president questioned why Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker hasn't asked for help.
7 Killed and Dozens Injured Following Series of Weekend Shootings in Chicago
“Why isn’t Governor Pritzker calling me for help. I could make Chicago a safe City in ONE MONTH, in ONE YEAR, it would be one of the safest!!!” Trump said in a Sunday morning Truth Social post.
Tornado Watch Issued for Parts of Illinois, Missouri
A tornado watch is in effect for more than two million people in Illinois and Missouri as intense storms threaten the Midwest on Wednesday.
Multi-Day Severe Storm Outbreak to Hit Midwest, Northeast After Tornadoes
Forecasters say thunderstorms capable of producing strong wind gusts and hail could impact Illinois and Indiana this week.
Suspects Sought After Chicago Shooting Leaves 2 Dead, 5 Injured
Two men were taken to local hospitals in critical condition, where they were later pronounced dead, officials said.
Frontier Flight Diverted After Passenger Attack
A passenger tried to open an emergency exit door.
Mullin Says DHS Drawing Up Plans to Stop Processing Immigration at Sanctuary City Airports
'We are currently—which we’re not initiating yet—but we’re currently drawing up plans,’ Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said.
Chicago 'Teen Takeover' Leaves 5 Officers Injured, Sparks Debate
A violent Chicago teen takeover leaves five officers hurt and fuels debate over the mayor’s crime strategy.
Federal Operation Removes 800 'Dangerous Truckers' From Nation's Roadways
Federal and state law enforcement agencies conducted the roadside enforcement operation targeting unvetted drivers and unsafe commercial vehicles from July 28 to 30 in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Ohio.
25 States Sue Trump Over Tariffs Imposed Against Forced Labor
California, New York, and 23 other states claim the president didn’t investigate the forced labor claims long enough.
Illinois Locals Cut From SNAP to Receive Emergency Cash
The Illinois state legislature allocated $70 million for the Families Receiving Emergency Support for Hunger (FRESH) program to provide $400 to local residents who are no longer eligible for SNAP benefits due to federal work requirements.
Chicago Exhibition Recreates Anne Frank's Secret Annex
A new Chicago exhibition lets visitors experience one of history's most powerful stories firsthand.
Court Rules Illinois’s In-State Tuition Benefits for Illegal Immigrants Unconstitutional
A federal court’s ruling in favor of the Trump administration is helping to expand the Justice Department’s push to curb public benefits for illegal immigrants.
Wildfire Smoke Chokes US Midwest and East, While Texas Flooding Kills 2
Emergency officials in Texas warned that life-threatening flooding will continue on Friday, with several more inches of rain expected.
Nation’s Largest Electricity Grid Sounds Alarm as Summer Heat Strains Supply
Congestion was especially concentrated near northern Virginia, home to the world's largest concentration of data centers.
2 Teens in Custody After Targeted Illinois Shooting Leaves 5 Family Members Dead, 2 Seriously Wounded
Officials said at least seven family members were shot at three separate locations in East St. Louis, Illinois.
8-Year-Old Girl Killed by Lightning Strike in Illinois Near Family Home
Kinslee Tschida was playing with her cousins in her family's back yard on July 3 when she was suddenly struck by a leader, just a few feet from her family members and the house itself.
Pritzker Signs Bipartisan, First-in-Nation Sweeping AI Safety Audit Law
The Illinois governor signed a law requiring the largest AI companies to undergo annual outside safety audits, a first in the United States.
Body of 16-Year-Old Girl Found in River Days After Being Reported Missing in Illinois
Elgin teen Destiny Neal was reported missing on the evening of June 19.
ICE Arrests Former Teacher for Tren de Aragua Mass Shooting
The DHS says the illegal alien assisted in a December 2024 Tren de Aragua mass shooting at a house party in Chicago.
Trump Calls for Federal Intervention in Chicago After Violent Weekend
The president questioned why Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker hasn't asked for help.
7 Killed and Dozens Injured Following Series of Weekend Shootings in Chicago
“Why isn’t Governor Pritzker calling me for help. I could make Chicago a safe City in ONE MONTH, in ONE YEAR, it would be one of the safest!!!” Trump said in a Sunday morning Truth Social post.
Tornado Watch Issued for Parts of Illinois, Missouri
A tornado watch is in effect for more than two million people in Illinois and Missouri as intense storms threaten the Midwest on Wednesday.
Multi-Day Severe Storm Outbreak to Hit Midwest, Northeast After Tornadoes
Forecasters say thunderstorms capable of producing strong wind gusts and hail could impact Illinois and Indiana this week.
Suspects Sought After Chicago Shooting Leaves 2 Dead, 5 Injured
Two men were taken to local hospitals in critical condition, where they were later pronounced dead, officials said.
Frontier Flight Diverted After Passenger Attack
A passenger tried to open an emergency exit door.
Mullin Says DHS Drawing Up Plans to Stop Processing Immigration at Sanctuary City Airports
'We are currently—which we’re not initiating yet—but we’re currently drawing up plans,’ Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said.
Chicago 'Teen Takeover' Leaves 5 Officers Injured, Sparks Debate
A violent Chicago teen takeover leaves five officers hurt and fuels debate over the mayor’s crime strategy.