Politics News
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Ex-Massachusetts governor Bill Weld wants to challenge Trump for Republican nomination
Feb 15, 2019 8:54 AM - Former Massachusetts governor Bill Weld told an audience in New Hampshire Friday that he will try to take on President Donald Trump in the 2020 Republican presidential primary, offering the first high-profile challenge to the president's reelection effort.
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Democrats should beware giving up high ground on evidence-based actions
Feb 15, 2019 1:00 AM - Columnist Catherine Rampell: Democrats in 2020 are at risk of turning into Republicans in 2016, minus the racism.
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Trump tax returns: Dems ready for ultimate fishing expedition
Feb 15, 2019 1:00 AM - Columnist Byron York:
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Rolling Meadows alderman faces backlash over grant application
Feb 17, 2019 2:12 PM - A Rolling Meadows alderman and mayoral candidate who applied for a grant on the city's behalf is facing criticism from the incumbent mayor and other city officials for going over their heads. -
Trump to declare national emergency while signing Congress' border measure
Feb 14, 2019 9:39 PM - Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says President Donald Trump has indicated he's prepared to sign the government funding bill and issue a national emergency on the border.
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House approves $15 minimum wage by 2025, and Pritzker's expected to make it official
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Should DuPage Children's Museum move? Naperville mayoral candidates weigh in
Feb 14, 2019 4:52 PM - The next mayor of Naperville likely will be in charge before the city decides the future of the DuPage Children's Museum. Here's what both candidates for the seat think should happen. -
St. Charles candidate forum scheduled for March 14Feb 14, 2019 4:46 PM - St. Charles school board and city council candidates in contested races are expected to participate in a public forum next month.
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Safer, but still scared: How suburban students feel one year after Parkland shooting
Feb 14, 2019 12:11 PM - The year after the Parkland school shooting killed 17 people has brought walkouts, debates and new laws. Here's how suburban student-activists reflect. -
McCabe says he quickly opened FBI investigation of Trump for fear of being fired
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