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CTA to pay $2.8m to woman convicted of murder

An Illinois appeals court upholds a $2.8 million award to Sandra Kolalou, convicted of murder, for a 2018 bus accident. The CTA's appeal was rejected. Read the full story.

CTA to pay $2.8m to convicted murderer

An Illinois court upholds a $2.8 million award to Sandra Kolalou, convicted of killing her landlord, for a 2018 bus accident. The CTA's appeal was rejected. Read the full story.

Transgender NSA Worker Sues Trump Administration

A transgender NSA data scientist files a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging an executive order on gender recognition. Read the full story on the landmark civil rights case.

$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.

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 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.

Labour demands probe into Cabinet Secretary's Tory links

Labour Party escalates pressure on Cabinet Secretary Simon Case over undisclosed Conservative Party connections, demanding immediate investigation into potential conflicts of interest at the heart of government.

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.

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.

Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act

In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.

Supreme Court weakens Voting Rights Act in landmark ruling

The US Supreme Court has dramatically weakened the Voting Rights Act, allowing states to implement electoral maps previously deemed racially discriminatory. This landmark decision could reshape American democracy for years to come.

Supreme Court rules for Black voters in Alabama case

In a major ruling with profound implications for American democracy, the Supreme Court has upheld protections for Black voters in Alabama, dealing a significant blow to Republican efforts to dilute minority voting power.

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.

National Guard Deployed with ICE in Immigration Crackdown

In an unprecedented domestic operation, National Guard troops are now working directly with ICE immigration officials in Memphis and Chicago, raising serious questions about the militarisation of US immigration enforcement.

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