Chicago awaits the possibility of National Guard troops patrolling the city along with a large immigration enforcement operation.

Former Chicagoan Nick Albano describes the tension in the nation’s capital from President Donald Trump’s crime and immigration mission as a growing “powder keg,” and he’s anxiously watching to see what may happen in his former hometown.

Sen. Dick Durbin, an Illinois Democrat who serves as ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, also on Wednesday requested Chairman Chuck Grassley immediately schedule a committee hearing on Trump’s Chicago plan.

Chicago and Illinois officials are waiting to see if the Trump Administration moves forward with threats to bring National Guard troops to the city's streets.

Case seeks to overturn recent ruling by 7th Circuit Court of Appeals

Nonprofits hurt by impasse boosted budgets with federal funding — now endangered by Trump

Giannoulias alleges Flock Safety improperly shared data with federal border officials

Rikeesha Phelon talks about her career evolution, the role of strategic communication in institutions like SIU, and how she balances innovation with clarity in health messaging.

Governor completes signing of more than 430 bills from spring session

Texas Democrats who fled to Illinois went back home where Republicans were ready to approve new congressional district boundaries. Meanwhile, California and other states are considering similar efforts. The redistricting free-for-all raises a lot of questions about representation and fairness.