CTA President Dorval Carter Jr. retiring at end of month

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

• Jan 13, 2025

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

Illinois ethics panel to decide whether to release probe of former Rep. Harry Benton

The Illinois Legislative Ethics Commission on Thursday will decide whether to release a report that led to the resignation of state Rep. Harry Benton (D-Plainfield) over reported allegations of sexual harassment.

• 17H ago

Wisconsin Democrats seek new absentee ballots in governor's primary

The state Democratic Party is asking Wisconsin's elections commission to allow voters who already returned absentee ballots to cast new ones, after Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez dropped out of the governor's race and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley rejoined it.

• Jul 22

Mayor Brandon Johnson touts successes in Chicago, won't say whether he's running again

Speaking live on CBS News Chicago's morning news on Wednesday, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson touted an improving economy and falling crime in the city and credited his administration with the success.

• Jul 22

A midsummer check-in with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson

Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Marissa Perlman and Audrina Sinclair to talk about a rebound in tourism and economic activity in Chicago, fighting crime, teen takeovers, and the 2027 election.

• Jul 22
• 7:18