Illinois regains access to $77M in pandemic education funds after a federal judge blocks Trump administration order.

U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi is the latest Democrat to enter the 2026 U.S. Senate primary for retiring Sen. Dick Durbin’s seat. Krishnamoorthi, of Schaumburg, has represented the 8 th Congressional ...

A new report urges lawmakers to fix Illinois’ community college transfer system, citing credit issues and student debt.

U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly joins the 2026 Senate race to replace Dick Durbin, setting up a primary clash with Pritzker allies.

Illinois revenue projections rise slightly, but lawmakers remain cautious amid inflation, tariffs, and economic uncertainty.

Illinois unions push for mandatory nurse staffing ratios amid hospital pushback, worker burnout, and patient safety concerns.

A mistrial is declared in Sen. Emil Jones III’s bribery case after a jury deadlocks; retrial decision expected in June.

Former Illinois Gov. George Ryan dies at 91, remembered for his death penalty moratorium and corruption conviction.

May Day is marked around the world to draw attention to the plight of immigrants, laborers’ and women’s rights, and ...

Chatham mourns after crash kills four at after-school camp; community unites to support survivors and families.