President Joe Biden blasts a draft Supreme Court opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade
He warned that a “whole range of rights,” including same-sex marriage and birth control, are at risk if the court follows through.
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Here’s what could happen if Roe v. Wade is overturned
If the U.S. Supreme Court strikes down the landmark decision, it will have a major impact in states across the country that have already signaled their intention to further restrict or ban abortion.
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Chicago is bidding for the 2024 Democratic National Convention
A nearly three-minute promotional video narrated by rapper, actor and Chicago-native Common launches the city’s bid for the 2024 convention.
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A month away from Illinois’ primary election, here’s what you need to know
Early in-person voting begins May 19.
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Illinois GOP gubernatorial candidates have debate date drama
Two TV stations have scheduled Republican primary debates on the same night, with neither debate set to include the full slate of candidates.
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Mayor Lori Lightfoot makes it clear she’s running for reelection
“The issue is, when is the announcement, and that will come soon,” Lightfoot told the Chicago Sun-Times.
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Applications for lifeguarding jobs at Chicago’s beaches and pools drop sharply
There are fewer applicants than open positions at the park district for the upcoming summer, according to records obtained by WBEZ.
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Why labor unions are winning big right now
Organizers and labor experts say this moment is part of a larger trend of workers’ rights.
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Ald. Michele Smith proposes sweeping ethics reform package
The 43rd Ward alderwoman says she wants to end what she calls the “I got a guy at City Hall” mentality.
