Pakistan and Afghanistan exchanged cross-border attacks in a dramatic escalation that led Pakistan’s defense minister to say that the two countries are in a state of “open war.”

President Trump expressed disappointment Friday with the latest talks over Iran’s nuclear program but indicated he would give negotiators more time to reach a deal.

Eight Democrats are running for the seat being vacated by U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi in a congressional district that has seen major demographic shifts in recent years.

The new “Tourism Improvement District” backed by hotel, labor and business groups would allow dozens of large Chicago hotels to impose a tax on overnight stays.

During his closed-door deposition on Friday, former President Bill Clinton told members of Congress that he “did nothing wrong” in his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and saw no signs of Epstein's sexual abuse.

An Indiana bill aimed at eliminating welfare fraud received final approval by the state Senate on Wednesday and now heads to Gov. Mike Braun to be signed into law.

Candidates Beau Bayh and Blythe Potter participated in Thursday’s forum, where they discussed their goals for the secretary of state’s office.

Two Democrats and two Republicans are vying for a chance to succeed longtime Will County Sheriff Mike Kelley, who is retiring this year.