Illinois is One of Six States Accepting the Most Syrian Refugees

A look at Illinois' role in the Syrian refugee crisis.

Top 20 Local Government Units Paying the Most for Pension Spiking Costs

A total of 458 local government entities in Illinois owe nearly $29 million from pension spiking costs.

The Dead are Collecting Millions in Illinois Pensions

How will the state get the taxpayers' money back?

11 Conditions, Illnesses Rejected for Illinois Medical Marijuana Program

Rauner vetoes bill that would make PTSD qualifying condition. Plus, more on spending bill and pension reform appeal efforts.

Evergreen Park 2015-16 Vehicle Stickers Go Into Effect Sept. 15

The clock is ticking to purchase a village vehicle sticker.

Crain's Says These are the 20 Most Influential Insiders in Illinois Politics

They might not hold public office, but they're major players in Chicago's and Illinois' political scene.

Is Mike Madigan's Power in the General Assembly Waning?

Why Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan may no longer wield absolute power.

Illinois Will Have $12.8 billion in Unpaid Bills if No Budget by Jan. 1

Illinois Comptroller Leslie Munger warns the state is facing even more financial peril if it begins 2016 without a budget.

Federal Lawsuit Claims Evergreen Park Trustee and Cop Son Abused Family, Enabled by Mayor and Village

Family’s lawsuit follows in wake of village trustee's conviction of disorderly conduct, claims mayor and village were aware of harassment.

These 40 Illinois Legislators are Not Taking a Pension

A list of state representatives, senators and constitutional officers who are opting out of their pension plans.

Village-Wide Mosquito Spraying Set for Wednesday

All Evergreen Park quadrants will be sprayed Wednesday, Sept. 9.

5 Fast Facts Every Illinoisan Should Know about State Taxes

The chartbook, “Illinois Illustrated,” breaks down everything from local to corporate taxes with user-friendly visuals.

These 34 State Lawmakers are Opting Out of the General Assembly Health Insurance Plan

Latest list of Illinois state representatives and senators foregoing their health insurance plans.

Union Arbitration Bill Override Fails; See How Your Lawmakers Voted

Chart shows roll call for Senate Bill 1229 both historically and for the veto override.

Mosquito Spraying Set for Cemeteries Wednesday Evening

The South Cook County Mosquito Abatement District will be spraying Evergreen and St. Mary's Cemeteries Wednesday evening.

17 Illinois Counties Have More Registered Voters Than Eligible Residents

Illinois has the third most number of counties with over-registered voters in the U.S.

Moody's Report: Illinois Income Tax Increase Inevitable

Seven key takeaways from a new Moody’s report on the state’s finances.

As Illinois Enters Third Month Without Budget, Finding a Solution Becomes Increasingly Difficult

How much time does Illinois have left until it runs out of money?

Why You Shouldn't Fall for New Group's Scare Tactics Against Independent Map Amendment

"The severely gerrymandered, politician-created map we have in no way resembles the people’s map."

'Rocket Docket' Bill Reduces Jail Stay for Non-Violent Cook County Jail Inmates Charged with 'Crimes of Survival'

SB202 aims to “rebalance” criminal justice system for inmates unjustly incarcerated for non-violent, low-level crimes.

Ashley Madison Data Contains Illinois Government Emails

Six state email addresses included in hacked data, and the governor's office says it will investigate. County addresses are in there, too.

Editorial: Why Lawmakers Should Let Rauner Do What He Was Elected To Do

"We have a feeling lawmakers will have plenty more, better battles to fight with Rauner in the not-so-distant future."

Senate Democrats Override Rauner's Veto of AFSCME Arbitration Bill

Senate Bill 1229 now goes to the House where it will need 71 votes for an override.

Rauner Wants Stricter Marijuana Decriminalization Bill

Lower possession threshold, higher fines part of amendatory veto of Illinois marijuana bill.

Illinois State Treasurer Opens Online Bidding for Unclaimed Property

Illinois residents have until Aug. 21 to bid on 12,000 items, including a 1934 U.S. one-thousand dollar bill with Grover Cleveland on it.

Illinois' Most Politically Corrupt Women of the 21st Century

See their positions, crimes and prison sentences.

Growth in Latino Population Buoys Illinois as More Residents Move Out

By the numbers: The changing face of Illinois’ minority populations.

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?

Paving Begins on Village Municipal Lots

Paving begins Wednesday, August 12. Work will be done weather permitting.

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.

Sen. Kirk Announces Mobile Office Hours, Monday

Staff from U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk's office will be available to assist residents with federal government services at Oak Lawn Village Hall.

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.

Evergreen Park Residents Reminded to Take Advantage of Cooling Centers

The Evergreen Park Community Center and library are open to residents needing a place to cool off.

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

Bottom of the Ballot: 9 Unsuccessful Presidential Candidates from Illinois

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

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.

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.”