State lawmaker accused of sexual harassment asked to resign or be ousted
(The Center Square) – An Illinois state lawmaker has been asked to resign by Democrat leadership after allegations of his…
Illinois Quick Hits: 178 Illinois tornadoes so far in 2026
(The Center Square) – According to preliminary quality controlled data from the National Weather Service, Illinois has had more than…
Op-Ed: The Declaration is a gift. But to keep it, we must earn it
As Americans prepare to celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday, there will be no shortage of fireworks, parades, speeches and reflections…
Justice Department sues California, Virginia over new gun laws
The U.S. Justice Department sued California and Virginia Wednesday over new gun laws that went into effect the same day. …
Republican revolt against Johnson halts business in U.S. House
U.S. House lawmakers have left town early for the July 4th holiday after legislative business in the chamber ground to…
Trump administration, GOP seek workarounds to tackle birthright citizenship
Following a decision from the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold birthright citizenship, Republicans and the Trump administration are seeking ways…
Trump praised ‘natural 7-OH’; DEA moves to ban it
Two months after President Donald Trump said his administration was looking "very seriously" at approving "natural 7-OH," the Drug Enforcement…
WATCH: Panel OKs making rebuilding easier in Altadena
Homeowners in Altadena would have more time to rebuild their wildfire-damaged properties and homes under a new bill that passed…
Businesses call for domestic AI, manufacturing
Business leaders on Wednesday called for increased domestic manufacturing and a focus on artificial intelligence in U.S. supply chains. …
Minimum wages rise in Chicago, Cook County
(The Center Square) – Minimum wages have gone up for workers in Chicago and Cook County, but efforts to raise…
Illinois Quick Hits: Equity and Inclusion Commission launches mentorship program
(The Center Square) – The Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion has announced the launch of its new Mentor Protégé…
Colorado congressional candidates tout primary victories
Candidates across Colorado boasted about their wins from Tuesday night’s primary elections. …