Infographic: Illinois' 5 Pension Systems by the Numbers

Fast facts and figures about Illinois’ five public pension systems.

D'Amico Supports Danny Did Foundation at 'A Toast to Danny' Fundraiser

D’Amico Supports Danny Did Foundation at ‘A Toast to Danny’ Fundraiser

Early Movement in the 8th Congressional District Race

Early Movement in the 8th Congressional District Race

State Senator Dan Kotowski, Local Democrats Support Raja for Congress

Active Democrats Back Krishnamoorthi’s Bid for 8th District

State Considers Bans on Powdered Alcohol, Powdered Caffeine and e-Cigs

Powdered "party" supplied put teens at risk, some lawmakers contend, and the risks are too great.

Raja Krishnamoorthi To Run For Congress In 8th District - Illinois

Pledges to Help Working Families Reach and Hold Onto Economic Security.

Former Suburban Police Chief Collects Three Public Paychecks

Forget double-dipping, how about triple-dipping?

Work Scheduled at O'Hare Toll Plazas on I-294

Daily lane closings during off-peak travel hours.

U.S. Rep. Aaron Schock Resigns Amid Mounting Financial Questions

Another Illinois politician bites the dust.

D'Amico Receives Award from Illinois Fire Fighters

D'Amico Receives Award from Illinois Fire Fighters

16,200 Items Up for Bid in Illinois Treasurer's Unclaimed Property Auction

The auction opened Monday and closes Friday, March 20.

Local Mayors Go into Panic Mode over Rauner Budget

Gov. Bruce Rauner warned of shared sacrifice; now local mayors are screaming NIMBY.

How Does Illinois' 'Taxpayer Burden' Compare to Neighboring States?

If you’re an Illinois taxpayer, what you’re about to see might make you sick.

Snickers Bar Bandit Sat in Cook County Jail for 114 Days

And a woman accused of stealing fruit has been in jail since last summer. Sheriff calls this "stupidity of the highest order."

8 Very Important Things to Keep in Mind about the Pension Reform Crisis

Here’s what you need to know this week as the Illinois Supreme Court begins hearing arguments over the pension reform law.

Maine Township Incumbents Host Fundraiser March 10

It's time to warm things up and have some fun.

Oh, what might have been: The 5 biggest political mistakes over the past 40 years

Hey, don’t blame Chicago and the suburbs for electing Blago into office…

The 10 Republican Governors Talking New Taxes

Will Gov. Bruce Rauner end up doing the same?

Your Illinois Driver's License Soon May Not Pass Muster with the TSA

State concerned about REAL ID. Also, one university tuition perk may be killed. Plus the gov's budget and local school funding.

How much money would your city lose under Rauner's proposed budget?

Illinois towns will feel the sting under Gov. Rauner’s budget plan. Find out just how painful the cuts could be…

15 steps that put Rahm in an unthinkable situation... and who could be next

Despite support from big corporations and Pres. Obama, these 15 steps led Rahm down a hazardous path. Could his friend be next?

Chronicling Corruption in Illinois: Enough History to Write a Book, Literally

“The federal crime rate in the [Chicago] City Council is higher than in the most dangerous ghetto in the city.”

A List of Spending Cut Highlights from Gov. Rauner's Budget Plan

Here is some of what you’ll find on Rauner’s chopping block.

Does Rauner's Budget Help the State at the Expense of the 'Burbs?

Gov. Bruce Rauner wants to slash state income tax revenue municipalities get by about $600M.

Jeb Bush: His Own Man or Another Chip Off the Family Block?

Presidential hopeful uses Chicago speech to distance himself from father's and brother's legacies and create own identity. Is it working?

12 Fast Facts About the Illinois FY 2016 Budget

Here’s what you need to know about next year’s fiscal budget.

Infographic: Illinois State Government Union Membership Over the Years

Whether you belong to a union, support unions or hate unions, you’ll be interested in these charts.

How to open a medical marijuana dispensary in Illinois: One owner explains

Brad Zerman’s hopes to open his dispensary soon to be able to serve as many of the state’s approximately 1,000 registered patients

Illinois Republicans Balk and Bark and Democrats' Minimum Wage Bill

That's just one of several financial issues getting attention in the last week as the new governor gets down to business.

A letter to Illinois taxpayers: This economic turnaround isn't going to be fun

With the state's enormous pension debt and $9 billion budget deficit, getting Illinois' finances back on track will be hard for everyone.

Illinois Sen. Jack Franks introduces a new anti-corruption bill

It's kind of pathetic Illinois would even need a law like this one on the books

3 influential Civil Rights leaders you didn't know were from Illinois

These people worked alongside other notable national figures from the era to try to bring equal rights to Illinois and the country.

U.S. Rep Aaron Schock's communications director resigns over racist Facebook posts

The senior aide already faced media scrutiny earlier in the week for asking a reporter to delete pictures of Schock’s redecorated office.

Gov. Rauner Issues Illinois' First Medical Marijuana Permits

Here is a list of growers and dispensaries that are authorized to grow and sell medical marijuana in Illinois.

6 Fun Facts You Should Know About The 2014 Election

The 2014 Illinois governor’s race was full of major milestones and shocking surprises, and we have six facts to prove it.

Is Gov. Rauner Considering Tax Increases?

Rauner talks taxes, spending.

How Much Could You Buy with Illinois' Budget Deficit?

See what and how much the average Illinoisan could buy with $9 billion.

The Painful Story Behind Illinois' 'Compassionate' Medical Marijuana Law

Illinois’ political incompetence and history of corruption blocks medical marijuana.

Do You Think Illinois Lawmakers Deserve These Salaries?

Illinois is definitely the place to legislate in the Midwest.

Meet Gov. Bruce Rauner's Leadership Team

A rundown of Gov. Bruce Rauner’s new cabinet members and top officials.