Former Illinois Gov. Jim Edgar dies at 79 – NBC Chicago
Former Illinois Gov. Jim Edgar has died at the age of 79. Edgar, who served two terms as…
Evanston considers measure urging ICE mask ban – NBC Chicago
With increased immigration enforcement slated to begin in Chicago this week, Evanston’s Human Services Committee considered a resolution…
Chicago immigration crackdown criticized as Trump sends more ICE resources – NBC Chicago
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Sunday confirmed the Trump administration’s plans to expand Immigration and Customs Enforcement…
President Trump’s deployment threat a ‘PR stunt,’ former Chicago top cop says – NBC Chicago
President Donald Trump has talked about potentially deploying the National Guard to Chicago for days, arguing such a…
Illinois governor responds after Trump calls him ‘incompetent’ – NBC Chicago
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker responded Monday after President Donald Trump called him “incompetent” and referred to the governor’s…
Oak Park expected to be latest suburb to implement 1% grocery tax – NBC Chicago
As the state of Illinois prepares to eliminate its 1% tax on groceries, Oak Park is expected to…
Darin LaHood makes Illinois governor’s race decision – NBC Chicago
Republican Rep. Darin LaHood announced Monday that he will not run for governor in Illinois, and will instead…
Big changes coming to Illinois politics as congressional seats open up – NBC Chicago
Major shakeups are coming to Illinois politics in the next two years. Behind closed doors, Cook County Democrats…
Democrats rack up endorsements, money in Illinois’ Senate race – NBC Chicago
The race for U.S. Senate next year is heating up here in Illinois, but who has the advantage…