Trump to meet with Democratic leaders to discuss govt funding bills
With government funding progress halted and a government shutdown deadline looming, President Donald Trump is reaching across the aisle to…
WATCH: Illinois Democrats blast Trump, Republicans at state fair
(The Center Square) − Illinois Democrats say their party will win across the United States in 2026, with the Land…
Social Security’s 90th anniversary sparks debate over how to address insolvency
On the day before Social Security’s 90th anniversary, fiscal watchdogs are urging Congress to seriously address the program’s impending funding…
Colorado ranks eighth nationally for battling antisemitism
The Anti-Defamation League recently named Colorado one of nine states “leading the way” on combatting antisemitism. …
Trump speaks with Zelenskyy, European leaders ahead of Putin meeting in Alaska
President Donald Trump met virtually with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and other European leaders before flying…
Texas House Democrats may return after first special session is over
After the Texas House didn’t reach a quorum on Tuesday, the Texas House Democratic Caucus said absconding House Democrats would…
Illegal border crossings reach lowest level in recorded US history in July
Illegal border crossings nationwide dropped to their lowest level in recorded history in July, according to the latest U.S. Customs…
GE Appliances announces $3 billion investment in U.S. production
GE Appliances announced a $3 billion investment over the next five years to increase production at facilities across the country. …
VA reduces benefits backlog as concerns linger over potential cuts
The Department of Veterans Affairs said it processed more disability benefits compensation and pension ratings claims in a year than…
DOJ settles West Point lawsuit over race-based admissions
The Justice Department has reached a settlement with the U.S. Military Academy at West Point to resolve a federal lawsuit…
Texas AG Paxton files motion of contempt against O’Rourke
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a motion for contempt against former U.S. Rep. Robert Francis (Beto) O’Rourke claiming…
WATCH: Illinois In Focus Daily | Wednesday Aug. 13th, 2025
(The Center Square) – In today's edition of Illinois in Focus Daily, The Center Square Editor Greg Bishop shares comments…