CTA President Dorval Carter Jr. retiring at end of month

His retirement is effective Friday, Jan. 31, 2025.

• Jan 13

• DFL members, secretary of state petition
• Biden farewell address
• Wisconsin Voters Repeal

Trump administration sending 350 National Guard members to New Orleans

The administration said the National Guard troops will support federal agents during immigration operations.

• 14H ago
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Pope Leo XIV "very disappointed" that Gov. Pritzker signed Medical Aid in Dying bill

Pope Leo XIV has revealed he privately urged Gov. JB Pritzker not to sign a bill legalizing medical assistance in dying in Illinois.

• 16H ago

Supreme Court says Trump can't deploy National Guard to Chicago for now

President Trump invoked a law called Title 10 to bring members of the Illinois National Guard under federal service over the objections of state and local leaders.

• Dec 23

New Illinois laws taking effect on Jan. 1, 2026

A host of new laws in Illinois will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026. From gun safety to rogue towers, protection from squatters, medical assistance in dying, protections for immigrants and more, here are some of the most notable changes in the new year.

• Dec 23