The tug-of-war over the Chicago Bears continues between Springfield and Indianapolis. Illinois legislators filed a bill late Wednesday evening outlining tax breaks for the team in an effort to lure them to Arlington Heights. That bill is expected to be br... See more
Monday, Feb. 16, on “The Point,” Political Editor Tahman Bradley was joined by the creator of The Illinoize, Patrick Pfingsten, and political strategist Maze Jackson. The three discussed a crowded primary field for five open Congressional seats in Illinoi... See more
On Monday, Feb. 2 edition of WGN’s “The Point,” a closer look at the race for the open US Senate seat in Illinois. Who will replace Sen. Dick Durbin, who’s retiring from the upper chamber after first being elected in 1996? Three political heavyweights are... See more
While the courts sort out whether the Trump administration can block $10 billion in funds owed to Democrat-led states, union-repping social service providers are speaking out. Anxiety over the Trump administration’s push to freeze federal child care funds... See more
CHICAGO (WGN) — A new candidate is entering the race to replace Illinois Congressman Jesus “Chuy” García, potentially throwing a wrench in the state leader’s plan to annoit a top aide as his successor. Back of the Yards native Mayra Macías on Wednesday an... See more