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New audit exposes flawed system critics say let Minnesota fraud slip through cracks: 'Didn't act for years'

March 18, 2026

New audit exposes flawed system critics say let Minnesota fraud slip through cracks: 'Didn't act for years'

A new Office of the Legislative Auditor reveals that one of the Minnesota agencies plagued by fraud incorrectly believed it didn't have the authority to investigate kickbacks.

FBI rescues missing teen from Florida hotel after month-long hunt for accused kidnapper

March 18, 2026

FBI rescues missing teen from Florida hotel after month-long hunt for accused kidnapper

FBI rescues missing 16-year-old Ohio girl after month-long search, arresting Tennessee suspect accused of kidnapping in coordinated multistate operation.

Pritzker scores big: Stratton wins Illinois Senate primary in test of governor’s clout

March 17, 2026

Pritzker scores big: Stratton wins Illinois Senate primary in test of governor’s clout

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, backed by Gov. JB Pritzker, wins Democratic Senate primary, moving closer to becoming the fifth Black woman elected to U.S. Senate in history.

Former congresswoman wins primary to take back former suburban Chicago seat

March 17, 2026

Former congresswoman wins primary to take back former suburban Chicago seat

Former Rep. Melissa Bean won the Democratic primary in Illinois’ 8th District, staging a comeback more than a decade after losing her suburban Chicago seat.

Democrat Patty García gains party’s nomination after controversial last-minute dropout by incumbent

March 17, 2026

Democrat Patty García gains party’s nomination after controversial last-minute dropout by incumbent

Democrat Patty García glided to her party’s nomination for Illinois Congressional District 4 after a controversial last-minute dropout by incumbent Rep. Jesús “Chuy" García.

Illinois Republicans select Don Tracy in primary elections for Sen. Durbin's seat

March 17, 2026

Illinois Republicans select Don Tracy in primary elections for Sen. Durbin's seat

Illinois Republicans chose their nominee for Dick Durbin's open Senate seat, setting up November showdown in traditionally Democratic-dominated state.

As 2028 buzz builds, Pritzker draws Republican challenger in showdown for Illinois governor

March 17, 2026

As 2028 buzz builds, Pritzker draws Republican challenger in showdown for Illinois governor

Gov. JB Pritzker, who aims to make history as the first Democrat to win three terms as Illinois governor, learns which Republican he'll face off against in this autumn's election

Ex-Planned Parenthood board member beats out former congressman, state senator for Dem House bid

March 17, 2026

Ex-Planned Parenthood board member beats out former congressman, state senator for Dem House bid

Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller won the Democratic primary for an Illinois congressional seat, defeating Jesse Jackson Jr. and Robert Peters in a competitive race.

Man claiming CIA ties allegedly tries to slit commuter’s throat in unprovoked train attack

March 17, 2026

Man claiming CIA ties allegedly tries to slit commuter’s throat in unprovoked train attack

Zakir Ibrahim charged with attempted murder after authorities say he tried to slash commuter's throat at Chicago Union Station while claiming to be CIA agent.

Michigan synagogue attacker's ex-wife warned 911 operator he was 'not stable' as assault began

March 17, 2026

Michigan synagogue attacker's ex-wife warned 911 operator he was 'not stable' as assault began

Ex-wife warned 911 that Michigan man was "mentally unstable" before he allegedly rammed car into Temple Israel synagogue and fired shots at security.