Four former employees of the Chicago mayor's office have accused city officials of retaliating against them after they were placed on the city's "do not hire" list, effectively barring them from future employment in any city government position.
The corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan continues to unfold with significant testimonies and evidence presented by federal prosecutors. Madigan, along with co-defendant Michael McClain, faces 23 counts of bribery, racketeering, and official misconduct tied to an alleged scheme referred to as the "Madigan Enterprise."
Chicago police are searching for suspects involved in a shooting that left three dead and five wounded in a Chicago Lawn home on Monday afternoon. Police Chief Jon Hein vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice, calling the incident a "heinous, terrible" crime.
Chicago residents are voicing their dissatisfaction as the city grapples with a billion-dollar budget deficit. During a city council meeting Monday, public comments reflected growing frustrations with Mayor Brandon Johnson’s policies, particularly his approach to sanctuary city initiatives and proposed tax increases.
President-elect Donald Trump has signaled a robust approach to illegal immigration, reportedly preparing to declare a national emergency to address the issue. Judicial Watch President Tom Fitton shared on Truth Social, "Reports are the incoming @RealDonaldTrump administration prepared to declare a national emergency and will use military assets to reverse the Biden invasion through a mass deportation program," to which president-election Donald Trump responded, "TRUE!!!"
Chicago residents are expressing mounting frustration with Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Democratic leadership, citing issues like surging crime, mismanagement of funds, and neglect of citizens in favor of policies benefiting illegal immigrants.
Progressive Americans have begun protesting Donald Trump's presidential victory.
Videos of protests occurring across the United States have emerged on social media.
In a Chicago protest,...
Foreign workers have gained over one million jobs while Americans have lost over 800,000, the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics report shows.
“Over the last...