That's just one of several financial issues getting attention in the last week as the new governor gets down to business.
With the state's enormous pension debt and $9 billion budget deficit, getting Illinois' finances back on track will be hard for everyone.
State Sen. Chris Nybo welcomed Gov. Bruce Rauner to the 24th District Feb. 8 by taking him to breakfast at Egg Harbor in Elmhurst.
It's kind of pathetic Illinois would even need a law like this one on the books
These people worked alongside other notable national figures from the era to try to bring equal rights to Illinois and the country.
State Sen. Chris Nybo joined with other Illinois state officials to support the annual “Go Red Day” at the Illinois State Capitol Feb. 4.
The senior aide already faced media scrutiny earlier in the week for asking a reporter to delete pictures of Schock’s redecorated office.
State Sen. Chris Nybo was a member of the escort committee for Gov. Bruce Rauner's first 'State of the State' address Feb. 4.
Here is a list of growers and dispensaries that are authorized to grow and sell medical marijuana in Illinois.
State Sen. Chris Nybo has been named to five Senate committees and asked to serve as Spokesperson for another for the 99th General Assembly.
The 2014 Illinois governor’s race was full of major milestones and shocking surprises, and we have six facts to prove it.
Rauner talks taxes, spending.
See what and how much the average Illinoisan could buy with $9 billion.
Illinois’ political incompetence and history of corruption blocks medical marijuana.
Illinois is definitely the place to legislate in the Midwest.
Chris Nybo was sworn in as the State Senator for the 24th District during Inaugural ceremonies Jan. 14 in Springfield.
A rundown of Gov. Bruce Rauner’s new cabinet members and top officials.
There have been plenty, but who are the most corrupt of them all?
Hope you had a happy new year, but now it’s time to get back to work and solve the state’s top six challenges.
Find out what laws are taking effect in the new year.
Outgoing Gov. Pat Quinn’s appointment to the Illinois Sports Facilities Authority is a “booby trap” for taxpayers, Gov-elect Bruce Rauner.
What do you think of these fancy gift ideas?
Obama to Sony: “I would have told them do not get into a pattern in which you’re intimidated by these criminal attacks.”
A slideshow of the top 15 new laws taking effect in 2015 from the Illinois Senate Democrats.
It’s all bad news for Illinois, which is ranked among the most corrupt states in the nation. At least we’re not the very worst, right?
Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka died today at the age of 70. We look back at the trailblazing life she led.
The Council ends its slating session for April 2015 election
Illinois Honor Roll awarded 37 schools for their academic performance despite the overwhelming odds.
Another unfortunate ranking for Illinois. What is it this time?
The Council completes first slating session for April 2015 election
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The 2014 Illinois gubernatorial race broke a lot of campaign finance records, including the cost per ballot.
New data from the Illinois State Board of Education highlight some important and worrisome trends.
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All the reasons you need to cast your ballot.
Here’s everything you need to know about Illinois’ major statewide races.
A new report shows where Illinois ranks in terms of political engagement compared to rest of the states.
Think you can ace this quiz on the Illinois governor’s race and which candidate stands for what?
State Sen. Chris Nybo’s first Judiciary Committee hearing as a Senator.