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...

Governor Mike Braun speaks during the Fireside Chat portion of the Innovate Northwest Indiana program held at Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Indiana, Wednesday, July 8, 2026. (Andy Lavalley/for the Post-Tribune)

Gov. Braun orders end to diverse contracting guidelines

By Alexandra Kukulka

July 18, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

Gov. Mike Braun announced this week that Indiana will end its diversity business enterprises contracting...

Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., questions Jay Clayton, President Donald Trump’s pick to head the nation’s intelligence agencies, as he appears for his confirmation hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff fuels reelection campaign with attacks on President Trump

By Bill Barrow

July 18, 2026 at 10:28 a.m.

Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff has attracted national attention and praise from across the political left...

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker speaks at a leadership summit in Chicago on June 25, 2026. (Terrence Antonio James/baiduhai)

GOP candidate Darren Bailey uses trespassing arrest at Gov. JB Pritzker’s home for familiar attack on crime

By Dan Petrella

July 18, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

In an era of rising concern over the safety of political figures, Republican nominee for...

People vote in the Democratic primaries at Blair-Caldwell Library in Denver.

Why American elections are so complicated — and secure

By Ali Swenson

July 17, 2026 at 7:37 p.m.

One of the strongest security features of American election is that they are not conducted...

Newly-sworn Sen. Darline Graham, R-S.C., sister of Lindsey Graham, walks past cameras as she leaves the Old Senate Chamber following a cermonial oath of office ceremony allowing her to serve as her late brother’s temporary replacement, at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026, (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

President Trump urges Darline Graham to run for full Senate term as funeral scheduled for Lindsey Graham

By Meg Kinnard

July 17, 2026 at 4:17 p.m.

President Donald Trump said Friday that Darline Graham, the sister of the late Lindsey Graham,...

Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks at a rally to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions in Chicago's Loop on Jan. 25, 2026, a day after federal immigration agents killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Aldermen push Chicago police to investigate ICE agent misconduct complaints

By Jake Sheridan

July 17, 2026 at 5:53 p.m.

Aldermen called on the Chicago Police Department and Mayor Brandon Johnson to do more in...

Calumet City Mayor Thaddeus Jones defends his spending during a special city council meeting on June 9, 2026, where he and Finance Director John Kasperek, right, presented a plan to take out an $8 million loan to pay bills. (Olivia Stevens/Daily Southtown)

Calumet City moves $4 million from bond fund, prepares for budget discussions

By Olivia Stevens

July 17, 2026 at 3:23 p.m.

The Calumet City City Council on Wednesday approved a $4 million transfer from a 2023...

People shop for groceries at a store in Brooklyn on July 13, 2026, in New York City. The Urban Institute released new data that found more Americans using credit cards and other means to cover their grocery bills as food prices continue to rise, along with other necessities. The study found that a cumulative 32% increase in food costs over the last five years has forced more than one in four working-age Americans into credit card debt to cover their grocery bills. According to the the Bureau of Labor Statistics, prices for "food at home" - the cost of groceries - increased by 2.7% between May 2025 and May 2026. (Spencer Platt/Getty)

Milk prices at an all-time high, but most consumer costs slip in June after months of increases

By Claire Malon

July 17, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

The Tribune is tracking 11 everyday costs for Americans — eggs, milk, bread, bananas, oranges,...

Chicago Bears President/CEO Kevin Warren is interviewed by author David Sweet at the Gorton Center in Lake Forest on July 16, 2026. (John Starks/Daily Herald)

Chicago Bears stadium property taxes and World Cup on Kevin Warren’s mind at Lake Forest event

By Christopher Placek

July 17, 2026 at 10:47 a.m.

Chicago Bears President/CEO Kevin Warren said the team is performing due diligence for a potential...

Ald. Bill Conway, 34th, listens to debate, July 15, 2026, during a City Council meeting at Chicago City Hall. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Chicago alderman critical of parking meter bidder’s ICE ties has own financial link to ICE

By Jake Sheridan

July 17, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Downtown Ald. Bill Conway has his own financial stake in the contractor that runs U.S....