Mom-In-Chief Michelle Obama Delivers Lessons For A Playground Bully

Were you listening Donald Trump? America was, and the first lady brought down the house at the Democratic National Convention Monday night.

No Mistakes By This Lake: Cleveland Rocks GOP Convention With Peace And, Dare We Say, Love

Pride in Cleveland: There was very little trouble during Republican Convention week in the streets of a "great Midwestern city" run by Democrats. 

'I Will Restore Law And Order' Trump Vows In Grand Finale

Trump promised a "movement." Ivanka Trump says her dad will champion women's rights, equal wages and be a "fighter" for his country. 

'I Am Not a Servile Puppy Dog,' Says Ted Cruz, 'This is Personal'

Insults about the Texas senator's wife "still sting" as Cruz refuses to endorse Donald Trump.

Caitlyn Jenner, Authentic Republican, On God, Public Toilets And The Constitution

"It was easy to come out as trans. It was harder to come out as Republican," she says during visit to Cleveland on Day 2 of the GOP Convention.

'Finest Governor in the United States' ... is Bruce Rauner?

Illinois GOP chairman Tim Schneider says something kind of amazing on national TV during the Trump nomination process.

Trump Made 'We Are The Champions' His Jam And Ignored Sony 'Request To Desist'

Legendary rock band Queen not pleased with the GOP presidential candidate's use of its classic rock 'n' roll anthem at the Republican Convention.

Melania Trump's Speech Cheat Exposed

Melania Trump's convention words Monday night echoed those of Michelle Obama 8 years ago, casting a pall over convention's opening night. 

Crowning Achievement For Donald Trump

Few expected Trump would ever arrive here, in Cleveland, as the nominee. This week, Republicans celebrate their presidential candidate.

Smoking Ban Fears Went Up In Smoke

We're a couple of years into Illinois' smoking ban, and it's amazing how clean the air is in every tavern where I've tipped a few. I used to argue that bars shouldn't be subject to the ban because drinking and smoking seemed so linked in the confines of your local watering hole. But the bars remain busy, and the air no longer stings your eyes.

VP Dick Cheney Needs Remedial Lesson In Democracy

Vice President Dick Cheney is the hobgoblin of American democracy making decisions in the darkness.

Challenge Awaits A Man Who Would Be Great

This column was published the Sunday before Barack Obama visited a Harvey church. By that time, his celebrity had grown immensely and thousands were expected. There was much anticipation about Obama's expected run for president. The mayor of Harvey was supposed to appear on the platform with the senator. Instead, he was seated in the audience and Obama delivered a stern rebuke about corruption and self-serving behavior in office.

The Metaphorical Execution Of Dick Durbin

How much of the American ideal are we willing to give up to ensure the country's safety?.