$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.
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GOP Rep Mills Spent $80K Campaign Funds on Luxury
Florida Republican Cory Mills allegedly spent nearly $80,000 in campaign donations on private jets, luxury resorts and casinos. Read the full investigation into the scandal-hit lawmaker.
Colorado Senator Faith Winter Dies in Tragic Car Crash
Colorado State Senator Faith Winter, a mother of two, was tragically killed in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 25. The community mourns a dedicated public servant.
US lawmakers receive £160k security stipend amid threats
US lawmakers will receive up to $20,000 monthly for personal security and a new mobile alert app following rising political violence concerns. Read the full security measures.
Rep. Cory Mills in Sex Worker Scandal During Afghanistan Trip
A bombshell report reveals Rep. Cory Mills was abandoned by his team after being caught with sex workers during a 2021 mission to extract Americans from Afghanistan. Read the full story.
130,000 pages of evidence in US lawmaker killing
US prosecutors disclose 130,000 pages of evidence in the political assassination case of a Minnesota lawmaker. The defence struggles with the volume as a death penalty decision looms.
Illinois Mother and Baby Daughter Found Dead in Home
A Washington, Illinois community is reeling after a young mother and her baby daughter were discovered dead in their home in what authorities are investigating as a double homicide.
Dem lawmaker accused of stealing dying grandfather's savings
Pennsylvania State Representative Kevin Boyle faces serious allegations of draining his terminally ill grandfather's bank accounts in a disturbing embezzlement scheme that has rocked political circles.
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.
Police Taser Naked, Bleeding Man in Shocking Bodycam Footage
Disturbing new body camera footage shows Illinois police deploying a Taser on a disoriented, naked man already bleeding from head injuries, raising serious questions about use of force protocols.
Deputy testifies in Sonya Massey fatal shooting case
Bodycam footage reveals tense moments before Illinois deputy Sean Grayson shot Sonya Massey during a wellness check, with the officer claiming he believed she had a gun.
Illinois National Guard Deployed to Chicago
In a bold political move, Illinois Governor activates National Guard troops to support Chicago law enforcement, escalating tensions with federal government.
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.
Chick-fil-A stabbing leaves customer dead in Illinois
Shocking details emerge after a brutal stabbing at a Chick-fil-A in Illinois leaves one customer dead and another injured in what appears to be an unprovoked attack.
Deputy charged with murder in Sonya Massey shooting case
Former sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson charged with murder after fatally shooting Sonya Massey during a routine call about pancakes. Bodycam footage reveals disturbing details as trial proceeds.
Pritzker clashes with Fox News over Chicago migrant crisis
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker engages in fiery exchange with Fox News host Brett Baier over Chicago's escalating migrant situation, defending his administration's response while criticising federal inaction.
Candidate's 4 relatives die in helicopter crash
Republican gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey faces personal tragedy as four family members perish in Tennessee helicopter accident during holiday travel.
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 GOP lawmakers face expulsion over harassment claims
Two Illinois Republican representatives face potential expulsion following serious misconduct allegations including harassment and intimidation of staff members, sparking bipartisan condemnation.
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.
Trump's Supreme Court Ballot Battle Escalates
The US Supreme Court confronts a constitutional crisis as Donald Trump faces removal from presidential ballots in Illinois and Colorado, testing the rarely-used 14th Amendment's insurrection clause.
Deadly Tornado Hits Illinois - Multiple Fatalities Confirmed
A devastating tornado has struck the Springfield, Illinois area, leaving multiple people dead and causing widespread destruction to homes and infrastructure in this shocking natural disaster.
Trump defies Supreme Court on Illinois Guard deployment
In an unprecedented constitutional crisis, President Trump directly challenges the US Supreme Court by ordering National Guard troops into Illinois against judicial orders, testing the foundations of American democracy.
Boston Muslim lawmaker jailed for City Hall bathroom assault
Former Democratic Massachusetts state representative faces jail time after pleading guilty to indecent assault charges stemming from a shocking incident in a Boston City Hall bathroom.
Governor Pritzker's Vegas luxury trip sparks outrage
Democratic Governor J.B. Pritzker faces mounting criticism after being spotted enjoying luxury accommodations in Las Vegas while Illinois grapples with significant financial and social challenges.
Illinois Governor Redirects Gambling Revenue in Budget Move
Governor JB Pritzker proposes redirecting millions in gambling taxes to plug budget gaps, drawing criticism over funding priorities and social responsibility.
Stephen Miller clashes with Illinois governor over migrant crisis
Former Trump advisor Stephen Miller and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker engage in heated debate about Chicago's migrant situation, border policies, and federal funding in explosive television exchange.
Illinois Couple Found Dead in Car: Mystery Deepens
A married Illinois couple is discovered dead in their vehicle under mysterious circumstances, leaving investigators searching for answers in this heartbreaking case.
Court restores Trump's National Guard control in Illinois
A federal appeals court has reinstated former President Donald Trump's control over National Guard deployments in Illinois, overturning a previous injunction that had blocked his authority in a major constitutional showdown.
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