Trump uses mass firing to remove independent inspectors general at a series of agencies
The sweeping action removes oversight of his new administration. Some members of Congress are suggesting it violated federal ...
Pritzker ‘unafraid’ as immigration actions, deportation flights begin
The White House says deportation flights have begun. In Illinois, the Pritzker administration is conducting a ...
Illinois legislator want to freeze property tax levies
An Illinois state legislator introduced a bill that would freeze local government property tax levies at the 2025 amount for levy years 2026-2030. State Rep. Brad Halbrook, R-Shelbyville, sponsors ...
Trump storms Washington with hundreds of pardons — and he might not be done
There were campaign promises that President Trump made,” a Trump official said. “That’s what you’re seeing now. I’m not sure ...
Loyalty tests and MAGA checks: Inside the Trump White House’s intense screening of job-seekers
WASHINGTON (AP) — Job-seekers hoping to join the new Trump administration are facing a series of intense loyalty tests, with ...
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Kristi Noem confirmed as secretary of homeland security
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem speaks during her confirmation hearing before the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs ...
Illinois' new flag: What design experts say to consider as you vote among 10 finalists
The sesquicentennial (150-year, upper left) and centennial (upper right) designs for the Illinois state flag are candidates ...
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Giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao make public debut at National Zoo
Female giant panda Qing Bao eats bamboo in her enclosure at the National Zoo on January 24, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by ...