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A judge says she will require federal immigration officers in the Chicago area to wear body cameras after the use of tear gas used against protesters. Federal Judge Sara Ellis also ordered a senior official to court next week to talk about an enforcement operation that has led to more than 1,000 arrests. Ellis says she was a “little startled” after seeing TV images of clashes between agents and the public during President Donald Trump's administration’s immigration crackdown. Ellis says it seems her earlier order related to handling encounters with protesters isn't being followed, and she wants to talk with both sides next week about the use of body cameras. A lawyer for the government says media reports have been “one-sided.” Read moreJudge wants immigration agents in Chicago area to wear body cameras after clashes with public

Billionaire Gov. JB Pritzker had some extra income in 2024 — from a lucky blackjack hand in a Las Vegas casino. The Illinois Democrat and his wife, first lady MK Pritzker, reported gambling winnings of $1.4 million on their 2024 federal tax return. Pritzker told reporters in Chicago Thursday that he “was incredibly lucky.” The windfall came on a vacation trip with his wife and friends. Pritzker is seeking a third term and has been mentioned as a candidate for president in 2028. His profile has risen this fall as he condemns President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement in Chicago. The Pritzkers reported income of $10.7 million. They paid $1.6 million in federal income taxes. Read moreBillionaire Illinois Gov. Pritzker wins blackjack pot of $1.4M in Las Vegas

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New York City mayoral candidates Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa tried to blunt Democrat Zohran Mamdani’s momentum during a highly contentious first general election debate Thursday evening. Mamdani is a 33-year-old democratic socialist who defeated Cuomo in the Democratic primary t… Read moreMany swings, few knockout hits as Cuomo and Mamdani trade jabs in heated first NYC mayoral debate

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