GOP Challenger Calls Out Sandack's Gay-Marriage Record

State Rep. Ron Sandack defended accepting donations from groups on both sides of the same-sex marriage issue, according to a report.

Board Votes Down Need for Bonds, Referendum on Sports Complex

Board members during a special meeting Monday fully backed private financing for the complex—taking the need for bonds and a referendum off the table.

Strange Handling of Closed-Door Meeting Recordings by Tri-State Fire: BGA Report

The latest report by the Better Government Association from an ongoing investigation into the Tri-State Fire Protection District outlines some unusual events in recent months.

Postage Stamp Rates Increasing in January

The increase is supposed to generate an additional $1.8 billion in revenue to make up for earlier losses.

Could Video Gambling Come to Woodridge?

Darien has it. If several village trustees have their way, Woodridge could soon allow video gambling in certain organizations and establishments.

14 New Laws for the New Year

New state laws on pet stores, Facebook, child visitation, wine and unpaid tolls take effect Jan. 1, 2014.

Woodridge Board Approves Settlement in Eminent Domain Purchase

The village is expected to take over the Janes Avenue Shopping Center in early 2014 and demolish existing buildings in the summer. Existing businesses will be relocated.

Illinois Gets a 'B' Grade on Gun Laws

The Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence and the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence rank Illinois relatively high compared to other Midwest states.

Sandack: Pension Reform 'Less than Perfect,' But 'Important First Step'

State Representative Ron Sandack (R-Downers Grove) voted in favor of Senate Bill 1—historic pension reform for the state of Illinois.

Illinois Passes Historic Pension Reform

Both the Illinois House and Senate narrowly passed a measure that addresses Illinois' out-of-control pension problems, spreading out the pain.

Jean Kaczmarek Announces Run for DuPage Clerk

Kaczmarek wants to return the electoral process to county clerk’s office.

Same-Sex Marriage Signed Into Law

Illinois became the 16th state to pass same-sex marriage on Wednesday.

What Does Facebook Say About Illinois Gov Candidates?

Would it surprise you to learn you can buy Facebook fans? Reboot Illinois explains.

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

Reaction: Illinois Approves Marriage Equality

Mike Madigan Loses the Midas Touch and Blasts Andy Shaw

Who's the kingmaker here anyway?

Sandack to Serve on Council on Aging

Sandack said as the population ages, services and programs for this growing segment of the population must evolve as well.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

State Rep. Ron Sandack Will Seek Reelection to 81st District Seat

State Rep. Ron Sandack, who moved from the Senate to the House in Jan. 2013, was also recently named a Republican Floor Leader.

Gun Lobbyists Talking to Chicago's Mayor About Prison Time and Gun Possession

But there's concern the governor could disrupt the lobbying as he heads toward another re-election campaign.

Pete DiCianni Announces Bid for Reelection to DuPage County Board

DiCianni made his announcement at his annual Fall Food Fest at Diplomat West in Elmhurst Oct. 23.

DuPage Forest Preserve to Begin Controlled Burns

Prescription burns will be set to restore native prairies, wetlands and woodlands.

Cass 63 Board President to Run for Attorney General

Illinois Tollway Approves 70 MPH Speed Limit

Money-For-Nothing: Illinois Legislature Adjourns With Work Undone

Lawmakers return for November veto session at a cost of $43,000 a day. Nothing likely to get done then either.

Lemont Mayor Reaves Appointed to Metra Board of Directors

Mayor Brian Reaves was awarded the seat Oct. 17 after a scandal-plagued summer.

The GOP Gubernatorial Candidate No Democrat Wants to Face

Why are Democrats so afraid of Bruce Rauner?

Ron Sandack Named to Illinois House Republican Leadership Team

Sandack, who represents the 81st District, was named a Republican Floor Leader on Oct. 11.

Shutdown Over; U.S. Narrowly Avoids Debt Default

The 16-day stalemate over defunding the Affordable Care Act ended Wednesday night.

Heating Your Home to Cost More This Winter

More than 90 percent of homeowners in the U.S. will see higher heating expenses this year.

Anticipation ... Concealed Carry Wait Gets Longer

Applications not taken until January now. And it will be six months before you can carry a concealed weapon.

Health Department Launches 'Enroll DuPage' for Affordable Care Act

New website and call center are designed to be DuPage County's "one-stop source of information" about Obamacare.

Woman Shot After Chase at U.S. Capitol

Secret Service officers gave chase after woman tried to ram barricades.

Darien Officials Talk Budget, Local Issues at Town Hall Event

If you missed the event, you can watch the video on Patch.

Free Fall Leaf Pick-Up Begins Oct. 7

Govt. Shutdown Won't Impact National Weather Service

The first federal government shutdown in 17 years will not impact the National Weather Service website.

Congress is More Popular Than Gonorrhea and the Kardashians

Less popular than lice and cockroaches, says new Public Policy Poll. Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin blames Speaker John Boehner.

Darien Gets Grant to Resurface 83rd Street

Mad as Hell? Sound Off to Your State Leaders

Don't just yell, says Reboot Illinois. Sound Off via a new citizen engagement tool that will make it easier than ever to share your views on our state's problems.