John Curran has been chosen to serve the remainder of Christine Radogno's term.
The City of Batavia and Friends of the Fox River partner to host the annual river cleanup at the Skate Park and Clark Island.
The Batavia City Council will vote Monday on whether to make an exception for Greg Brown and his emotional-support pig, Pigly Brown.
"There are no easy solutions, but Assad must be held accountable, and his victims must have justice" Congressman Randy Hultgren said
Batavia's long-time mayor wins re-election, according to the unofficial results
Sen. Oberweis says he appreciated the opportunity to voice his support or opposition to each bill.
Senate lawmakers took immediate bipartisan action on the first day of the 100th General Assembly to enact term limits for Senate leaders.
Mayor Schielke has run unopposed for the last seven years, but next April will be different
Batavia Library District to elect five trustees next year
Decorated Army officer invites discussion about 9/11/2001 and today
Batavia's new administrator started this week after the city council approved her employment contract.
Batavia resident appointed to fill vacancy
A group of lawmakers is asking Auditor General Frank Mautino about campaign expenditures dating back to his time in the House.
Sen. Jim Oberweis and Sen. Sue Rezin are teaming with the Fox Valley Family YMCA for the 25th Anniversary of Healthy Kids Day, April 30.
The Senior Fair is scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to noon, April 28, at the American Legion Hall, 123 Main St. in West Chicago.
Sen. Jim Oberweis is offering a compromise that would increase Illinois’ minimum wage to $10 per hour for workers ages 26 and older.
Senator Jim Oberweis joined with other Illinois officials to support the “Go Red Day” at the State Capitol Feb. 17.
Sen. Jim Oberweis was among lawmakers who escorted Gov. Bruce Rauner to the House of Representatives chambers Feb 17 for his Budget Address.
Capitol Fax's Rich Miller takes a look at the poll and what the results could mean for Gov. Bruce Rauner and Democrats in the Legislature.
Saturday's National Take Back Day aims to prevent prescription drug abuse. Find the nearest collection location here.
Truth in Accounting’s annual report paints a bleak picture for Illinois and its taxpayers.
Reboot Illinois’ Madeleine Doubek talks with one Cicero woman about her scariest secrets, and what she fears most now.
A look at Illinois' role in the Syrian refugee crisis.
Why are Illinois citizens tackling gerrymandering with the Independent Map Amendment? http://www.mapamendment.org
A total of 458 local government entities in Illinois owe nearly $29 million from pension spiking costs.
How will the state get the taxpayers' money back?
Rauner vetoes bill that would make PTSD qualifying condition. Plus, more on spending bill and pension reform appeal efforts.
They might not hold public office, but they're major players in Chicago's and Illinois' political scene.
Why Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan may no longer wield absolute power.
Illinois Comptroller Leslie Munger warns the state is facing even more financial peril if it begins 2016 without a budget.
A list of state representatives, senators and constitutional officers who are opting out of their pension plans.
The chartbook, “Illinois Illustrated,” breaks down everything from local to corporate taxes with user-friendly visuals.
Latest list of Illinois state representatives and senators foregoing their health insurance plans.
Chart shows roll call for Senate Bill 1229 both historically and for the veto override.
Illinois has the third most number of counties with over-registered voters in the U.S.
Seven key takeaways from a new Moody’s report on the state’s finances.
Officials hope to use the results "to identify the gaps" in the county when it comes to helping troubled youth in the area.
How much time does Illinois have left until it runs out of money?
"The severely gerrymandered, politician-created map we have in no way resembles the people’s map."
Six state email addresses included in hacked data, and the governor's office says it will investigate. County addresses are in there, too.