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$1.5bn Illinois Law Saves Chicago Public Transit

A new Illinois law provides a $1.5 billion annual boost to Chicago's public transport, averting severe cuts and promising safety and reliability upgrades. Discover the funding plan.

Senator John Fetterman rushed to hospital

US Senator John Fetterman was hospitalised after falling at his Virginia home. The Pennsylvania Democrat is being evaluated but expected to recover. Read the latest updates.

Lidia Thorpe: I thrive on hate from critics

Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe delivers a defiant message to her detractors while embracing her reputation as one of Australian politics' most polarising figures in an exclusive Daily Mail interview.

Illinois Tornado Outbreak Prompts State of Emergency

Severe weather system unleashes multiple tornadoes across Illinois, causing widespread destruction in Springfield and Chicago suburbs. Emergency services respond as communities assess the damage.

Illinois Kidnapping: Three Children Missing After Mother Bound

An urgent manhunt is underway in Illinois as authorities search for three young children believed to have been kidnapped by their own father. The children's mother was discovered bound and assaulted in her home, sparking fears for the youngsters' safety.

Illinois issues special licence plates to undocumented immigrants

Illinois launches groundbreaking programme allowing undocumented immigrants to obtain special licence plates while establishing a hotline to report federal immigration enforcement, sparking national debate over states' rights and immigration policy.

Illinois Governor's Family Dies in Helicopter Crash

Heartbreaking details emerge as Illinois Governor Darren Bailey's family faces unimaginable loss after private helicopter crashes in rural Illinois, killing four family members including two young grandchildren.

State Pension Set for Major 2024 Increase

Millions of pensioners could see their state pension payments increase significantly next year as the government confirms the triple lock mechanism will remain in place, potentially delivering the second-largest rise in history.

Senator Pocock evicted from Parliament sports club

Independent Senator David Pocock faces expulsion from Parliament House sports facilities after refusing to pay disputed fees, sparking debate over parliamentary privileges and member rights.

US Senator's "Socialist" NHS Comments Spark Fury

Republican Senator John Kennedy faces backlash after branding the NHS 'socialist' during a congressional hearing, drawing sharp criticism from British politicians and healthcare advocates.

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