Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul on the clash between the federal and state governments. And what resources are out there for the formerly incarcerated.

Illinois sues the Trump administration — what it could mean for immigration enforcement in Chicago. And could your electric bill be going up? A new report looks at data centers and their impact.

Illinois is suing the Trump administration over its immigration enforcement tactics. And state lawmakers are returning to Springfield — what’s on their to-do list.

National outrage after an ICE agent fatally shoots a woman in Minneapolis. And Illinois sues after the Trump administration moves to freeze $10 billion for low-income families.

Are Chicago police officers violating city law by helping federal immigration agents? And federal funding is frozen for some early childhood programs in Illinois amid allegations of widespread fraud.

Measles cases are on the rise as federal officials overhaul the childhood vaccine schedule. And what new cuts in grant funding could mean for local schools.

Illinois officials testify in Washington on the fifth anniversary of the Capitol insurrection. And local reaction to U.S. action in Venezuela.

What Chicago’s new budget means for your wallet. And local members of Congress on Venezuela, health care subsidies and much more.

We’re looking ahead to the stories likely to shape 2026 — from immigration enforcement and midterm elections to Chicago’s budget struggles and a new school board.

We’re looking back at the stories that defined 2025 — from a massive immigration crackdown and congressional musical chairs to city budget battles and a hometown Holy Father.