That’s according to preliminary results of an ongoing study at the University of Chicago that suggests the programs ...

Gov. Pritzker blocks autism data sharing with feds, citing privacy and discrimination concerns over new federal database.

As the red velvet curtains at the Vatican parted, a priest realized that his college pal from the South Side of Chicago that he knows as “Bob” had been elected the first American pope. “Oh, dear God,” ...

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

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

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

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

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 ...

Illinois' proposed overhaul of university funding meets pushback from U of I, which says the plan could hurt flagship ...

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

Illinois Senate Democrats split over Gov. Pritzker’s plan to let community colleges offer four-year degrees in key fields.

Thousands rally in Chicago on May Day for immigrant, labor, LGBTQ+, and women’s rights amid growing opposition to Trump ...