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Retired Supreme Court Justice David Souter was a steady member of the high court's liberal wing during his tenure despite being appointed by a Republican president.
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Retired Supreme Court Justice David Souter was a steady member of the high court's liberal wing during his tenure despite being appointed by a Republican president.
Hints as to what postures Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, might take on some of the most controversial issues roiling the U.S. may come from his recent activity on social media.
The new pope, formerly Robert F. Prevost, has a mixed voting history, casting ballots in both GOP and Democratic primaries.
Democratic voters in Wisconsin have asked the state's liberal-controlled Supreme Court to throw out the battleground state's current congressional district boundaries after a similar request was rejected last year.
Republicans who control the Wisconsin Legislature have voted to kill most of the top spending priorities of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.
Robert Francis Prevost, who was born in Chicago and attended Villanova University, was elected as the new pope on Thursday and chose Leo XIV as his papal name.
The order is in response to recent maneuvers by U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Mayor Christopher Clark said the city council voted to censure Ald. Colby Chapman and remove her from the meeting.
The plan would set up a city-owned nonprofit developer to oversee a $135 million fund to provide loans to developers to build environmentally friendly affordable housing.
Raja Krishnamoorthi released a campaign video highlighting his plans to fight against President Trump's policies.
Noem is expected to talk about what she calls the failures of sanctuary city policies.
Transit advocates are taking to the streets every week to warn riders. They say the cuts are as bad as transit agencies say they are, and they are not empty threats.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz also are expected to testify before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee on June 12.
President Trump took shots at the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago while meeting with the new Canadian prime minister Tuesday, calling it "a disaster" and blaming "woke" construction workers.
Rep. Robin Kelly has represented the 2nd District of Illinois in the House of Representatives since 2013.
Retired Supreme Court Justice David Souter was a steady member of the high court's liberal wing during his tenure despite being appointed by a Republican president.
Hints as to what postures Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, might take on some of the most controversial issues roiling the U.S. may come from his recent activity on social media.
The new pope, formerly Robert F. Prevost, has a mixed voting history, casting ballots in both GOP and Democratic primaries.
Democratic voters in Wisconsin have asked the state's liberal-controlled Supreme Court to throw out the battleground state's current congressional district boundaries after a similar request was rejected last year.
Republicans who control the Wisconsin Legislature have voted to kill most of the top spending priorities of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.
Sara Hovey and her husband were paying for a mortgage, rent and a litigation attorney, who apparently told her she should have been protected.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
The order is in response to recent maneuvers by U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
People infected with salmonella can often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
It was not immediately clear where in Illinois the fourth case was reported, or what condition the patient is in.
A Wisconsin man has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times, and scientists are studying his blood to treat snakebite.
The Chicago Department of Public Health is focusing increasing education about vaccines for children in pre-K settings.
The transformation represents a unique solution to the problem of empty storefronts in Chicago.
The last remaining My Pi outpost, at 2010 N. Damen Ave. in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood, has been open since 2000.
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
The growth and evolution of downtown Aurora is in large part anchored by performing arts entertainment venues, the City of Aurora noted.
Jury selection in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial started Monday in New York City.
President Trump on Sunday announced movies as his latest target for tariffs because the U.S. movie industry "is DYING a very fast death."
Organizers of a free Lady Gaga concert in Rio de Janeiro said the event drew more than 2 million to Copacabana Beach.
Rockstar Games apologizes after announcing that Grand Theft Auto 6, its eagerly awaited video game, won't be released until next year.
The production is based on the popular graphic novel that examines the rise of fascism in Nazi Germany. It has been extended through May 18.
If you thought the people of Chicago were done cracking jokes about "Da Pope," think again.
A mild and sunny Friday gives way to a chilly night and then a wonderous weekend warmup for Mother's Day. See our full seven day forecast from our First Alert weather team.
It's the first time Chicagoans prayed for a pope who is one of their own.
They remember playing priest with brother Robert Prevost as children, but the new pope's brothers said they were shocked and overjoyed to hear him named the Holy Father Thursday.
Leo XIV also attended the Catholic Theological Union of Chicago in city's Hyde Park neighborhood.
Parishioners entered the cathedral, filling the pews for this Friday morning's Thanksgiving mass.
"He's Sox, and then the radio announced Cubs, and that's not true," said the pope's older brother, John Prevost.
New analysis of data from the Illinois Board of Education found less than half of Chicago Public Schools had herd immunity against the measles.
Google search traffic for "Da Pope" skyrocketed since the announcement.
The retailer claims he is a victim of SNAP fraud after a rash of bad reviews from theft victims.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Making the Chicago River a healthy, biodiverse and climate resilient lifeline through the city is the focus of many groups and city officials working with new standards, permits, and an eye on climate change.
Joel Quenneville is returning to the NHL with the Anaheim Ducks for his first head coaching job since the second-winningest coach in league history resigned and was banned from the league for his handling of a sexual assault scandal.
"He's Sox, and then the radio announced Cubs, and that's not true," the pope's older brother, John Prevost, told CBS News Chicago.
Bobby Witt Jr. had four hits, Kris Bubic pitched seven innings and the Kansas City Royals beat the Chicago White Sox 10-0 to complete a four-game series sweep.
U.S. women's national team forward Mallory Swanson is expecting her first child with husband Dansby Swanson, shortstop for the Chicago Cubs.
The Royals, who won for the 14th time in their last 16 games, lead the majors with 18 quality starts.
As of late Thursday night, there had been no word from Chicago Police on the condition of the person shot by officers.
Published reports indicated that Farris was released on home monitoring in March, then ordered detained again last week, only to be released again on Wednesday.
There was no one in custody late Wednesday. Harrison Area detectives are investigating.
The robbers fled in a newer black Ford Ranger, of which police released photos.
The scene of the shooting is near Wendell Phillips Academy High School, 244 E. Pershing Rd.
