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Federal judge issues new nationwide block against Trump’s order seeking to end birthright citizenship

US Immigration · United States

Federal judge issues new nationwide block against Trump’s order seeking to end birthright citizenship

46% Center coverage: 387 sources

A federal judge on Thursday has again barred President Donald Trump's administration from enforcing his executive order limiting birthright citizenship nationwide after the U.S. Supreme Court restricted the ability of judges to block his policies using nationwide injunctions.See the Story

Former Ald. Carrie Austin Found Unfit to Stand Trial

Cancer · Chicago

Former Ald. Carrie Austin Found Unfit to Stand Trial

58% Center coverage: 12 sources

CHICAGO — Former Chicago alderman Carrie Austin has been found unfit to stand trial in November, according to a judge's order Wednesday. Austin's attorneys petitioned the court citing her "serious health problems," including cancer, COPD and various heart ailments. She was indicted on federal bribery charges on July 1, 2021 after alleged shady dealings with a private development firm. She pleaded not guilty. Austin represented the 34th Ward from…See the Story

Report: Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke to Be Released From Prison

Real Estate · Chicago

Report: Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke to Be Released From Prison

73% Center coverage: 11 sources

CHICAGO — Former Chicago alderman Ed Burke will reportedly be released from prison Tuesday, the Chicago Tribune reports. Burke reported to federal prison in September after he was convicted of corruption for using his position to benefit his law firm. In the 2023 trial, prosecutors alleged Burke tried to pressure the owners of a Burger King in his ward to hire his firm in exchange for construction permits they needed to renovate the restaurant. …See the Story

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Historic Surgery Performed on 12-Year-Old Beluga Whale at Shedd Aquarium

Feds Seek Nearly 6 Years in Prison For Madigan’s ‘Henchman’ Mike McClain

89% Center coverage: 9 sources

Michael McClain, 77, a former Illinois representative lobbyist for Commonwealth Edison, was convicted of bribery conspiracy and willfully falsifying the utility giant’s books as part of the “ComEd Four” trial in 2023.Feds · Quincy See the Story

Safety-Net Hospitals Face an Uncertain Future With Planned Medicaid Cuts

Coverage: 5 sources

The “big beautiful bill” was passed by both chambers of Congress and last week, President Donald Trump signed it into law, triggering a countdown until sweeping changes to Medicaid take effect, including potential coverage loss for millions nationwide, financial strain…Donald Trump See the Story

Why Does the U.S. Have Birthright Citizenship? Should It?

46% Right coverage: 11 sources

Explore the debate over birthright citizenship in the United States, including the implications of President Trump's executive order.Donald Trump · United States See the Story

Historic Surgery Performed on 12-Year-Old Beluga Whale at Shedd Aquarium

67% Center coverage: 6 sources

CHICAGO (WGN) - Chicago's Shedd Aquarium performed a historic surgery on a 12-year-old beluga whale named Kimalu. The aquarium announced that during surgery on Tuesday, July 1, experts were able to remove a growing network of cysts on Kimalu's head and neck near her blowhole, which provided immediate relief to the whale while informing future testing and treatment. Kimalu became the world's first known beluga to recover from general anesthesia, …Whales · Chicago See the Story

Drive-by shooting in Chicago leaves 4 dead and 14 others wounded, police say

52% Center coverage: 78 sources

Four people have died from gunshot wounds and 14 others have been hospitalized following a drive-by shooting in Chicago, police said Thursday. At least three were in critical condition.Gun Violence · Chicago See the Story

Family of Fallen CPD Officer Krystal Rivera Demands Independent Investigation Into Deadly Shooting

60% Center coverage: 5 sources

CHICAGO (WGN) - The family of fallen Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera is demanding an independent investigation, asking for Illinois State Police to step in. "I need to understand what happened that night. I need to know the truth," Krystal's mother Yolanda Rivera said. "We have many questions that need to be answered." Fallen CPD officer Krystal Rivera remembered for courage and compassion by loved ones and colleagues The Rivera fami…Chicago, IL · Chicago See the Story

CTA Launches Next Round of Rider Feedback Pop-Ups Following ‘Strong Turnout’

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The events are designed for CTA leaders and staff to have open, informal conversations with riders about service, safety, improvements and rider priorities, according to the transit agency.Chicago, IL · Chicago Read Article

Giannoulias Awarding Nearly $20M in Grants for Illinois Libraries

71% Center coverage: 7 sources

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - The Illinois Secretary of State’s office is awarding nearly $20 million in grant funding to libraries across the state.Secretary of State · Illinois See the Story

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