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The move pulled funding for this year and all future funding for the organization, which works to preserve local history and bring educational programs to communities across the state. Sabrina Franza reports.
The mission of Illinois Humanities is to help document local history and tell important stories. Now, the organization has to figure out how to do so with far less money.
The mission of Illinois Humanities is to help document local history and tell important stories. Now, the organization has to figure out how to do so without a third of its revenue. Sabrina Franza reports.
Spartz was repeatedly drowned out by jeers from some of the 500 people who packed a conference center outside of Indianapolis.
Hundreds of “Tesla Takedown” protests took place across the U.S., Canada, and Europe on Saturday, including a handful in the Chicago area.
Protests erupted across the U.S., Canada, and Europe on Saturday against President Trump's massive cuts to federal programs and employees, an effort spearheaded by billionaire adviser Elon Musk and the newly created Department of Government Efficiency.
Hundreds of people protested Saturday afternoon outside Chicagoland Tesla dealerships, as part of a global day of action at more than 500 Tesla dealers all over the world, protesting billionaire Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration's sweeping cuts to the federal government workforce.
President Trump put some of his new tariffs on pause for U.S. automakers, while also dealing with new developments in some of the topics he hit on in his Tuesday night speech to Congress.
Some Illinois Democrats have invited fired federal workers to President Trump's speech to protest the Trump administration's sweeping cuts to the federal government.
President Trump said he plans to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting next week, while also doubling existing tariffs on China. Meantime, the president also is doubling down on his Department of Government Efficiency’s bid to slash federal spending and chop the workforce.
The Trump administration has already laid off many federal workers who were in their first year of employment. Now they're working to cut employees who have more tenure.
There is confusion among federal workers about whether they are required to respond to an email from billionaire Trump adviser Elon Musk, who is heading up White House's efforts to slash the size of the government. It's just the latest job-cutting effort from Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.
Federal workers are facing mixed messages from the Trump administration and the Department of Government Efficiency led by Elon Musk. Frustration remains after an email asking employees to list their accomplishments over the past week.
A coalition of federal workers and contractors who were fired by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency are protesting in Washington, D.C., staging a “job fair’ with sit-ins at Senate offices to pressure senators to rein in Musk. It comes as federal employees still on the job are confused about an email sent by Musk, telling them to send a list of work accomplishments, but some federal officials are telling employees not to respond.
The Trump administration cut all federal dollars that provided migrants any legal help.
A new round of federal cuts are hitting legal aid workers for undocumented children of migrants — including hundreds of kids in the Chicago area. Jermont Terry reports.
A federal judge on Tuesday declined to stop Elon Musk and the White House Department of Government Efficiency from accessing data systems at several agencies and laying off workers.
New York Attorney General Letitia James said "this level of access for unauthorized individuals is unlawful, unprecedented, and unacceptable."
Windy conditions Monday with highs in the 80s. Storms possible overnight.
Severe storms are possible Monday night in Chicago thanks to a warm front moving through the area.
Video from the scene shows two bullet holes in the back side door of the bus.
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability confirmed there was an officer-involved shooting in the 3700 block of West 67th Place just after 5 a.m.
Boxing is not for the faint of heart, but Brown is proving it's for all ages.
Pritzker has not formally decided whether he is running for president.
FBI Director Kash Patel announced Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest in an X post that has been deleted.
Sen. Durbin spoke from his home in the state capital of Springfield, where he announced his first senate run back in 1995.
Before being elected to the U.S. Senate, Durbin served seven terms in the U.S. House of Representatives — winning his first election to Congress in 1982.
The state of Illinois is considering cutting business ties with El Salvador in response to how that country is working with the Trump administration to hold deported migrants in prison.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Johnsonville, LCC is recalling over 22,600 pounds of cheddar bratwurst in 10 states, including Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Officials said the case is the only case in Illinois of which they are aware at this time.
The program involves a new text and chat support line — aimed at helping younger people who prefer digital communication.
Amanda Nelson is carrying a child who is not genetically hers for people she didn't know.
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
The owner of Timeless Toys said he was forced to buy $200,000 worth of toys due to the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Tinaglia said he supports a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights, but the franchise and the village need to come to an agreement on common goals.
The Supreme Court appears to be leaning toward a Catholic charitable organization pushing back against the state of Wisconsin in the latest religious rights case to come before the court.
Notably in St. Louis, hometown company Anheuser-Busch ended a 30-year partnership. Bud Light is also a top sponsor of Chicago pride events — and there may be a change there too.
Singleton will be the first to tell you her success is not a solo act.
Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monáe and Grace Jones, and Kygo are among this year's performances in Highland Park from June 6 to Aug. 31.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Jay North, who starred on TV's "Dennis the Menace" for four seasons starting in 1959, has died.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability confirmed there was an officer-involved shooting in the 3700 block of West 67th Place just after 5 a.m.
Take a minute for your mental health with Marie Saavedra.
Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist is tracking severe weather moving into the Chicago area.
At least two people were injured after shots were fired during an argument on a CTA bus in Chicago's Portage Park neighborhood.
One person was injured during a shooting at Illinois State University on Sunday night.
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability confirmed there was an officer-involved shooting in the 3700 block of West 67th Place just after 5 a.m.
Severe storms are possible Monday night in Chicago thanks to a warm front moving through the area.
Illinois State University said there was one reported victim of a shooting near the Bone Student Center.
Windy conditions Monday with highs in the 80s. Storms possible overnight.
A woman who lives on the block said it all happened on the street behind Green Briar Park. She took video of the men driving off.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
The botched raid on the innocent Mendez family in November 2017 sparked CBS News Chicago's yearslong investigation into Chicago Police officers raiding the wrong homes.
Making the Chicago River a healthy, biodiverse and climate resilient lifeline through the city is the focus of many groups and city officials working with new standards, permits, and an eye on climate change.
Peter Mendez was only 9 years old when his family's home was wrongly raided by Chicago Police back in November 2017. Seven and a half years later, the Mendez family is finally getting their day in court.
Boxing is not for the faint of heart, but Brown is proving it's for all ages.
The Cubs wasted a sharp performance by Jameson Taillon, who pitched seven innings of five-hit ball.
Luis Urías hit a two-run homer with one out in the 10th inning help the Athletics rally and beat the Chicago White Sox 3-2.
Chicago, which had lost 10 of 12 coming in, scored four times in the first and twice more in the second off Jeffrey Springs (3-3).
Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Max Kepler each had two RBIs for Philadelphia, which scored a total of 13 runs during its losing streak.
A woman who lives on the block said it all happened on the street behind Green Briar Park. She took video of the men driving off.
Commuters were advised to consider alternatives such as bus routes.
In each incident, the burglar has pried open a door into a building, made his way into the laundry area, pried open the coin-operated laundry machines, and stolen the coins.
Vancouver police ruled out terrorism as a motivator for the incident at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival, saying the suspect has a history of mental health issues.
Charles Green, 44, is charged with two counts of murder and one count of aggravated arson.
