Politics

Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., takes questions during a news conference at the Capitol in Washington, Jan. 13, 2026. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

What to know about the search of Democratic US Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home

By Nicholas Riccardi

October 12, 2026 at 5:54 p.m.

What to know about the search of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Washington, D.C. home on...

Tower Green in Western Springs will be the backdrop for a Get out the Vote Rally organized by Indivisible West Suburban Chicago from 1 to 2 p.m. Oct. 17. (Steve Metsch/Daily Southtown)

Grassroots group holding ‘get out the vote rally’ in Western Springs

By Steve Metsch

October 12, 2026 at 4:57 p.m.

Indivisible West Suburban Chicago will encourage early voting at a rally from 1 to 2...

U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan, D-Highland, speaks with visitors during a monthly meeting of the Gary Chamber of Commerce on Monday, October 12, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

US Rep. Frank Mrvan highlights work supporting NWI economy at Gary Chamber

By Maya Wilkins

October 12, 2026 at 3:51 p.m.

U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan, D-Highland, was the Gary Chamber of Commerce's featured speaker at its...

Then-Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau speaks at a dedication event of the Orland Park police station Oct. 23, 2023. (John Smierciak/for the Daily Southtown)

Cook County judge thwarts effort by former Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau to dismiss village lawsuit

By Olivia Stevens

July 22, 2026 at 3:56 p.m.

A Cook County judge will allow Orland Park’s ongoing lawsuit against former Mayor Keith Pekau...

Will County Board Republican Leader Jim Richmond, of Mokena, speaks during a County Board meeting July 16, 2026,. (Michelle Mullins/for the Daily Southtown)

Will County Republicans make early call for reduced county levy in 2027 budget

By Michelle Mullins

July 22, 2026 at 3:08 p.m.

Will County Board Republicans seek a 2% reduction in its property tax levy, a plan...

House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch, center, heads to his office after a meeting with Gov. JB Pritzker and Senate President Don Harmon during the spring legislative session at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield on May 29, 2026. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Illinois Speaker Welch tries to contain fallout over handling of Harry Benton harassment allegations

By Rick Pearson

July 21, 2026 at 6:57 p.m.

Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch told Democratic House members that delays in taking action...

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle leaves after presiding over a board meeting on April 10, 2025. The Cook County Bureau of Technology and the procurement office that originally inked the contract with Tyler Technologies, are both under Preckwinkle’s office. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Watchdog report on Cook County tax tech contract: ‘Nobody’s hands are clean’

By A.D. Quig

July 21, 2026 at 5:47 p.m.

Cook County’s inspector general estimates the county has so far spent $63 million on its...

A resident inspects the damage to his home, destroyed in an Israeli airstrike during the Israel-Hezbollah war in Ghandouriyeh village, southern Lebanon, Tuesday, July 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Hassan Ammar)

President Trump says US-Lebanon flights can resume, pledges help for that country after meeting its president

By Kareem Chehayeb

July 21, 2026 at 4:47 p.m.

President Donald Trump pledged to help Lebanon “a lot” during a White House meeting on...

Gas prices have dropped considerably from the spring highs in this May 6, 2026, file photo. Gov. Mike Braun announced on July 2 that he is suspending sales and excise gas taxes for another 30 days, but he would need legislative approval to extend it further. (Carole Carlson/for the Post-Tribune)

Indiana communities get back $121 million lost to gas tax holiday

By Alexandra Kukulka

July 21, 2026 at 4:09 p.m.

The Indiana Board of Finance unanimously approved a transfer of more than $121 million between...

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth listens during a meeting with Iraq’s Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi at the Pentagon Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Washington. (Al Drago/Pool via AP)

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth estimates Iran war has cost $37.5B so far

By Lisa Mascaro

July 21, 2026 at 4:57 p.m.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday the U.S. war against Iran has cost $37.5 billion,...

Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney makes a statement outside the Office of the Prime Minister and Privy Council in Ottawa, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.(Justin Tang/The Canadian Press via AP)

Canadian PM Mark Carney says he and Trump will intensify trade negotiations after US hiked tariffs by 50%

By Jim Morris

July 21, 2026 at 3:42 p.m.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday that he and Donald Trump have agreed to...

Mayra Macías, an independent candidate for the 4th Congressional District seat, speaks at a Board of Elections hearing in Chicago on July 21, 2026, where Macías and Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez were ordered off the ballot. (Antonio Perez/baiduhai)

Two trying to challenge US Rep. Jesús ‘Chuy’ García’s handpicked successor ordered off the ballot

By Olivia Olander

July 21, 2026 at 4:13 p.m.

Two independent candidates for the 4th Congressional District should not appear on the General Election...

The Orland Park Village Board voted Monday to table a proposal to annex 33 acres near 109th Avenue and 153rd Street after hearing an appeal from Kenneth Krajniak that the action would financially burden residents. (Olivia Stevens/Daily Southtown)

Orland Park holds off on annexation of 33 acres near 109th Avenue

By Olivia Stevens

July 21, 2026 at 2:23 p.m.

Orland Park postponed a vote whether to annex 33 acres near 109th Avenue and 153rd...