Bruce Rauner Didn't Win the Election; Pat Quinn Lost It, Says Mike Madigan

Here's what Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan had to say about Gov. Bruce Rauner in a recent interview.

The Illinois Constitution Isn't Getting Much Respect These Days

Why do unconstitutional bills continue to pass in the Illinois Legislature?

The Top 10 Campaign Funds in Illinois with the Most Donations

A list of the top 10 Illinois campaign committees that have received the most political donations since Jan. 1, 1994.

Top 8 People and Actions to Blame for Illinois' Pension Problems

Here are eight people and legislative actions that have led to the state’s current pension disaster.

How a Property Tax Freeze, New School Funding Formula Could Break the Stalemate in Springfield

Will suburban legislators oppose any efforts to change the state’s school funding formula if property taxes are frozen?

Map: Who's being hurt by the Illinois government shutdown?

These organizations and people are reeling from the state government shutdown.

Bill that Assists Property Owners and Contractors Signed into Law

Home sales will no longer be stalled in case of contractual disputes.

Rep. Sandack Applauds House Democrats for Responding to Pressure to Block COLAs

The House passed an amendment today to roll back the legislative raises that were snuck in through last year’s budget.

The Top 20 Highest-Paid State Employees in Illinois

A list of the top 20 state employees who had the highest salaries in 2014, according to the State Journal-Register

Representative Sandack Tries to Halt Automatic Legislator Pay Raises During Budget Crisis

Rep. Sandack filed a bill to prohibit automatic cost of living adjustment raises for legislators.

Bottom of the Ballot: 9 Unsuccessful Presidential Candidates from Illinois

Just in case you haven't heard enough lately about the 2016 presidential candidates.

Online Survey Open for DuPage Residents to Give Input

The feedback helps shape next year’s budget.

Did you know these are the 14 official state symbols in Illinois?

Now that sweet corn is the official state vegetable, it joins this list of the other official state symbols.

New Dog Park Proposed at Oldfield Oaks in Darien

The park will have a trail connector to the existing Oldfield Oaks loop trail.

Editorial: Rauner Forgoes Small Wins; Opts for Big Losses

“Not since 2002 has a Republican governor had a direct say in the give-and-take of creating a state spending plan.”

How the Financial Crises in Chicago and Illinois are Playing Out Like a Greek Tragedy

“Does it end like Detroit? Or Greece? Or just ashes? Ashes.”

Public Inivted to Open House to Review Updated Floodplain Maps

The open house will take place from 4 to 7 p.m. July 29 in Wheaton.

Mo the Pit Mix: DuPage County Pet Pick of the Week

This 4-month-old pup is full of energy and happiness.

14 Things You Need to Know about Rauner's New Pension Reform Bill

What’s in Gov. Bruce Rauner’s new Illinois pension reform bill?

Representative Sandack to Partner with Senator Radogno and Representative Durkin for 2nd Annual Jobs Fair

Free Job Fair will be held on July 22 at Ashton Place in Willowbrook from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Will Mike Madigan Raise Your Taxes Again?

Gov. Rauner has planted a flag on behalf of a beleaguered state. It reads: “No longer.” What will happen next? John Tillman comments.

Why the Pain of an Illinois Government Shutdown is Needed

Sometimes it takes pain to bring about change.

Rep. Sandack Joins Call for State Workers to be Paid

House Bill 4245 filed to provide for continuing appropriation to meet personnel expenditures when a permanent budget is not in place.

Clarendon Hills Board steps up when state steps down

Village will fund remaining $13,200 of state grant to obtain federal funds for improvement of train station property.

Watch out, Illinois: Tax hikes are coming for you

Even Netflix and Spotify aren’t safe from the impending flood

Attorney General and Comptroller Go to Court Over State Paychecks

The longer Illinois goes without a budget, the murkier things look for state employees.

Day 6: Who's to Blame for the Illinois State Budget Stalemate?

“As Hinz pointed out, ‘reasonable’ people could get this all figured out in a couple of hours. In Illinois, it might take all summer.”

Rep. Sandack Announces Mobile Office Hours

Staff to be Available Friday, July 10 at Woodridge Public Library

Will Same-Sex Marriage be a Boost to the Wedding Business?

Did the Supreme Court save the livelihoods of wedding workers?

Bonnie the Chihuahua: DuPage County Pet Pick of the Week

Bonnie is very sweet and loves to be taken on walks.

7 troublesome situations you could find yourself in during the Illinois government shutdown

Even though politicians have been fighting about the state budget for weeks, everyday Illinoisans end up bearing the brunt of the shutdown.

DuPage County Earns National Achievement Award for Narcan Program

NACo recognized DuPage’s Narcan program for its innovation and ability to save lives.

Cash Only: How Strict Federal Banking Rules Pose Problems for Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in Illinois

Oak Park dispensary owner Brad Zerman is working on finding a solution to this problem in Illinois.

Mayor Weaver Appoints Ward 4 Alderman

Thomas M. Chlystek was appointed as the Ward 4 Alderman

What you should know about Madigan's and Rauner's budget rhetoric

Here's why you should be skeptical of the rhetoric being used by both House Speaker Mike Madigan and Gov. Bruce Rauner in the budget feud.

What's Really Going on in Springfield

State Rep. Ron Sandack explaines what's really going on in Springfield and why we don't have a budget in place yet.

The Top 10 Quotes from Madigan and Cullerton on Budget Talks with Rauner

Seems like they’re getting along… not.

New Basketball 201 Course at Walker Athletics

Basketball 201 provides more opportunities to learn than most basketball camps and basketball training.

10 Laws Every Resident in Illinois Should Know

From divorce and will requirements to school prayer, here are 10 laws to know.

Will U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk's Latest Gaffe Be His Last?

Kirk's 2016 election opponent, U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth, quickly capitalized on the opportunity to use it as a fundraising tool.