President Joe Biden’s opening salvo in his race for reelection lays bare what’s at stake by rewinding to the last election.

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The latest on the financial toll of the migrant crisis that’s gripping Chicago. How the city’s suburbs are trying to curb unannounced migrant drop-offs. And a look at what homebuyers and...

Michael Madigan’s corruption trial gets delayed. The state’s health department declares racism a public health crisis. And looking back at the war on poverty. 

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Hundreds of new laws are taking effect in Illinois. What are they and how could they impact your life? Two states kick former President Donald Trump off the ballot over his efforts to...

This year saw Brandon Johnson take the reins as Chicago’s 57th mayor, capping an unlikely and historic rise backed by the powerful Chicago Teachers Union.

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Pushback to a second waste facility in West Chicago. How educators and alumni are coming together to help migrant students. And what’s behind an unseasonably warm December.

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How small business fared this holiday season. Exploring the great outdoors. And meet the founders behind a Black-owned brewery.

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One on one with actress and comedian Lisa Ann Walter. A rare Nativity set at the Art Institute. And a local man creates the Cinnamon Bear’s miniature world of Maybeland.

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Former Ald. Ed Burke was convicted of 13 of 14 counts of racketeering, bribery and extortion.

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Former Ald. Ed Burke found guilty in landmark corruption trial. Discussing what needs to happen amid health concerns at migrant shelters. And efforts to combat crimes against street...