A pro-Israel group has funneled $13.7 million into Chicago-area primaries, backing candidates aligned with its interests, WBEZ Chicago reports. The funding highlights growing outside influence in local elections.
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As the Congressional primary approaches, opponents raise concerns about Kat Abughazaleh’s past, challenging her record and experience. The race heats up ahead of key Illinois voting, NBC 5 Chicago reports.
Chicago gathered in large numbers to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson, celebrating his enduring legacy in civil rights and social justice. The event highlighted his impact on the city and nation.
Voters in Illinois’ pivotal primary election will shape the state’s political landscape for years. Key races across Chicago and suburban districts could redefine party power and policy direction.
Top Illinois Democrats credited Rev. Jesse Jackson with paving the way for generations of Democrats in Chicago, highlighting his lasting impact on the city’s political landscape and civil rights progress.
Chicago’s political landscape has long been marred by deep-rooted corruption, shaped by decades of power struggles, patronage, and loopholes. WBUR explores how this entrenched culture continues to impact governance and public trust.
In Chicago, stealing campaign signs is more than mischief-it’s a long-standing tradition linked to machine politics. This practice reveals deep-rooted rivalries and strategic power plays in local elections, WBEZ Chicago reports.
Sheridan Gorman’s family condemned officials for citing her name in political debates surrounding the Loyola student’s death, urging respect and calling for an end to politicization of the tragedy.
An Irish name no longer guarantees political clout in Chicago, signaling a shift in the city’s power dynamics. Diverse backgrounds now shape leadership, diminishing the traditional Irish-American influence, reports Crain’s Chicago Business.
Voters in Illinois head to the polls for the primary election, deciding key races including the gubernatorial and congressional contests. Key local and state offices are also on the ballot, shaping the political landscape.
Chicago politicians are betting on St. Patrick’s Day voting to boost turnout and sway public opinion. The unconventional timing aims to harness festive energy, but critics question its impact on election fairness.
WATCH: Rev. Jesse Jackson lies in repose at Rainbow PUSH Coalition headquarters in Chicago, allowing mourners to pay tribute to the civil rights leader. The event honors his lifelong commitment to justice and equality.
Editorial: Jesus ‘Chuy’ Garcia’s once-promising political career ends in controversy, overshadowed by scandal and sleazy tactics. The Chicago Tribune examines the fall of a longtime Chicago figure.
The reported assassination of Charlie Kirk highlights a troubling surge in political violence, experts told NBC 5 Chicago. They warn that growing polarization fuels threats against public figures nationwide.
Former President Donald Trump announced plans to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago amid rising violence, asserting a robust federal response to restore order in the city. The move has sparked political debate.
Illinois’ political tensions pale in comparison to Indiana’s failed redistricting effort, highlighting deep partisan divides and legislative gridlock in the neighboring state, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
A new documentary by WSIU shines a spotlight on Chuck Bowen, a pivotal figure in Chicago’s Black political leadership, tracing his impact on the city’s civil rights and community activism.
Bovino expressed frustration over a directive to conduct “targeted operations” in Chicago, citing concerns about community trust and effectiveness. The mandate aims to address rising crime, but tensions remain high.
A top Mexican cartel kingpin, wanted in Chicago on drug trafficking charges, was killed in a recent military operation. Authorities confirm he faced indictment in the U.S., highlighting ongoing cross-border criminal efforts.
ICE has intensified aggressive immigration raids across Chicago, prompting concerns from local leaders. Meanwhile, former President Trump signals plans to deploy the National Guard to support enforcement efforts.