Mar. 28, 2026
U.S. and Iran Wage Propaganda War with Video Game Tactics
Governments use action movie aesthetics, video game soundtracks, and Lego-style animations to shape public perception of conflict.
Mar. 28, 2026
Iranian Hackers Targeted Trump's Inner Circle in Audacious Election Interference Campaign
Sophisticated cyber operation stole confidential materials from Trump's 2024 campaign and advisors
Mar. 17, 2026
Pope Leo XIV to Receive U.S. Medal of Freedom
First-ever pontiff to be honored with prestigious award recognizing advocacy for religious freedom
Mar. 17, 2026
Professor Mearsheimer: Israel is a 'stone around America's neck'
Renowned political scientist says US must act decisively to change regimes, but invasion of Iran would be a 'recipe for disaster'
Mar. 15, 2026
Mearsheimer Reflects on 20 Years of "The Israel Lobby"
The influential essay sparked major debate when published in 2006.
Mar. 15, 2026
Pope Calls for Ceasefire in Iran War
Vatican escalates pressure for end to hostilities, citing civilian suffering
Mar. 10, 2026
White House Responds to Cuba 'Deal' Question
Press Secretary Leavitt says president believes 'Cuban regime is bound to fall'
Mar. 10, 2026
Chicago Experts Analyze Ongoing US-Iran War
Academics say conflict lacks clear objectives
Mar. 6, 2026
Lack of Notice About Iran Strikes Frustrates Gulf Nations
AP sources say some Gulf countries felt left out of defense planning.
Mar. 3, 2026
Protesters in Chicago Call for Peace After U.S.-Israel Attack on Iran
Hundreds gather to condemn strikes that killed Iran's Supreme Leader and over 200 others, fearing an escalating war.
Mar. 3, 2026
Anti-war Protest Held in Chicago Against U.S., Israel Strikes in Iran
Demonstrators express concern over potential for further conflict and destabilization in the region.
Mar. 3, 2026
US-Israel Tensions Escalate as Attacks on Iran Continue
Experts question the strategic rationale behind the US joining Israel's assault on Iran.
Mar. 2, 2026
Iranian Americans Respond to US Airstrikes in Iran
Professor from Northeastern Illinois University shares perspective on escalating conflict.
Mar. 2, 2026
Chicago Professor Analyzes US-Israeli Strikes on Iran
Northwestern University expert weighs in on weekend attacks and uncertain path forward
Mar. 2, 2026
Iranians in Chicago Express Mixed Emotions After U.S.-Israel Attacks in Iran
Community members share feelings ranging from celebration to concern over the strikes that killed Iran's supreme leader.
Mar. 2, 2026
Chicago Police Monitor US-Iran Conflict, No Known Threat to City
Authorities say they are paying special attention to places of worship as a precaution.
Mar. 2, 2026
Killing Enemy Leaders Often Escalates Conflict and Chaos
Precision strikes intended to compress conflicts can instead transform their character, history shows.
Mar. 2, 2026
Pope Condemns Trump's Unauthorized Iran Strikes as American Troops Die
Pope Leo XIV calls for diplomacy and an end to the spiral of violence in the Middle East.
Mar. 2, 2026
US Lawmakers Uncertain About Iran's Future After Strikes
Lawmakers from both parties express skepticism about the Trump administration's strategy following the killing of Iran's leadership.
Mar. 2, 2026
Pope Leo Decries "Spiral of Violence," Urges Diplomacy to Stave Off Tragedy
The pontiff calls on leaders to assume "moral responsibility" to stop escalating Mideast conflict.
