First Listen for Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026: - Illinois files a federal lawsuit against ICE and Border Patrol for "dangerous tactics" during Operation Midway Blitz. - Gov. Pritzker's media strategy takes aim at Trump and boosts his own image. - No fatal shoot... See more
Springfield police officers were involved in a shooting on the city's north end Saturday. Authorities said it occurred after an attempted traffic stop at approximately 5:13 p.m. in the 2400 block of Neil Road. Springfield police said the stop was part of ... See more
Some of the most extreme sounding ideas are gaining traction with people beyond the traditional fringe groups. That might include family and friends. Also: * NPR Illinois J-Corps reporter Ko'u Hopkins talks with some visa students about the political clim... See more
The Trump Administration is withholding about $10 billion in social services funding for five Democrat-led states, including Illinois. The state sees it as retribution and is going to court to have the money released. The move comes as scrutiny has intens... See more
The United States military action to remove Venezuela's president has raised questions about Donald Trump's end game. Former State Department official and University of Illinois Economics Professor Emeritus Roy Wehrle talks with us about the situation.
