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.
How much time does Illinois have left until it runs out of money?
Aldermen in two wards have neighborhood meeting planned in first week of September.
"The severely gerrymandered, politician-created map we have in no way resembles the people’s map."
Representative for Evanston's 7th Ward discussed the dissolution of Evanston Township in Springfield on Monday.
Six state email addresses included in hacked data, and the governor's office says it will investigate. County addresses are in there, too.
Governor signs bill prohibiting state licensed mental health professionals from using the practice on those younger than 18.
Merging of city departments results in Suzette Robinson’s departure after five years as director.
"We have a feeling lawmakers will have plenty more, better battles to fight with Rauner in the not-so-distant future."
Senate Bill 1229 now goes to the House where it will need 71 votes for an override.
State Rep. says decision in Northwestern case denies a needed opportunity for student athletes.
Lower possession threshold, higher fines part of amendatory veto of Illinois marijuana bill.
See their positions, crimes and prison sentences.
State representative says keeping a line of communication with constituents is important.
The congresswoman praised the program while volunteering on Thursday.
By the numbers: The changing face of Illinois’ minority populations.
Here's what Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan had to say about Gov. Bruce Rauner in a recent interview.
Why do unconstitutional bills continue to pass in the Illinois Legislature?
A list of the top 10 Illinois campaign committees that have received the most political donations since Jan. 1, 1994.
Here are eight people and legislative actions that have led to the state’s current pension disaster.
Despite reported talks, plans are to keep the rate at $8.25 an hour locally.
Will suburban legislators oppose any efforts to change the state’s school funding formula if property taxes are frozen?
These organizations and people are reeling from the state government shutdown.
Number of families eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will increase.
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Wally Bobkiewicz in line for 2.5 percent pay raise if aldermen approve.
Lack of progress in state budget talks and strong city budget prevents need for one day of unpaid time off.
About 20 of the traditional Tallmadge street lights have been knocked down by cars in recent years.
One-time payments when possible and adjusted actuarial assumptions were among ways Evanston has now halfway funded the system.
A list of the top 20 state employees who had the highest salaries in 2014, according to the State Journal-Register
Just in case you haven't heard enough lately about the 2016 presidential candidates.
Now that sweet corn is the official state vegetable, it joins this list of the other official state symbols.
“Not since 2002 has a Republican governor had a direct say in the give-and-take of creating a state spending plan.”
“Does it end like Detroit? Or Greece? Or just ashes? Ashes.”
What’s in Gov. Bruce Rauner’s new Illinois pension reform bill?
Gov. Rauner has planted a flag on behalf of a beleaguered state. It reads: “No longer.” What will happen next? John Tillman comments.
Sometimes it takes pain to bring about change.