
Artificial intelligence: Lawmakers debate federal oversight as AI advances
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are weighing artificial intelligence safety standards and federal oversight as tech leaders warn that development is moving faster than safeguards.
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Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are weighing artificial intelligence safety standards and federal oversight as tech leaders warn that development is moving faster than safeguards.

A Florida woman was arrested after authorities say a lover’s triangle led to her tossing a bucket of feces on a woman she accused of sleeping with her husband.

Ford is recalling nearly a quarter-million F-150 pickup trucks over a defect involving the front fuel tank becoming loose.

A car fire is backing up traffic on the Dan Ryan near 95th Street Tuesday morning.

A Chicago man faces charges after a 12-year-old fired a gun on a school bus Monday.

Morning showers could create commute delays, with gusty storms possible in parts of Chicagoland.

Gavin Newsom said he would not run for president in 2028 if Kamala Harris decides to run.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced his bid for reelection. And, President Donald Trump has endorsed Darren Bailey in the Illinois governor race. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.

The Supreme Court on Monday rejected President Donald Trump’s mail ballot restrictions for now.

A first-of-its-kind proposal in Illinois would require gun manufacturers to help cover some of the costs associated with firearm-related injuries and deaths.

A first-of-its-kind proposal in Illinois would require gun manufacturers to help cover some of the costs associated with firearm injuries and deaths.

Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to the Senate on Monday for the first time since June 14.

Gunfire erupted on a school bus during dismissal Monday in Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood, after a 12-year-old boy allegedly found a firearm inside an unattended bag and fired one shot.

Abbott will pay $385 million after problems at its baby formula factory caused a major shortage.