Rick Jacobsen Announces Candidacy for Highway Commissioner

The Boulder Hill resident said he will treat the position like the full-time job it is.

Oswego Township Highway Supervisor Does His Job From Florida

Supervisor Gary Grosskopf has apologized for his actions.

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.

Sen. Oberweis and Sen. Holmes to host free Senior Fair July 27 in Aurora

Senior citizens will have access to informational resources at a free event hosted by Sen. Oberweis and Sen. Holmes July 27 in Aurora.

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.”

Sen. Oberweis says budget stalemate highlights different approaches: GOP seeks fiscal reform; Democrats push for temporary fix

The ongoing budget stalemate in the Capitol highlights the differences between reform-minded Republicans and status-quo Democrats.

How the Financial Crises in Chicago and Illinois are Playing Out Like a Greek Tragedy

“Does it end like Detroit? Or Greece? Or just ashes? Ashes.”

14 Things You Need to Know about Rauner's New Pension Reform Bill

What’s in Gov. Bruce Rauner’s new Illinois pension reform bill?

Foster to Host Finance 101 Budgeting Workshop

Open event that focuses on how to budget on a fixed income.

Will Mike Madigan Raise Your Taxes Again?

Gov. Rauner has planted a flag on behalf of a beleaguered state. It reads: “No longer.” What will happen next? John Tillman comments.

Why the Pain of an Illinois Government Shutdown is Needed

Sometimes it takes pain to bring about change.

Kifowit Hosting Seminar to Offer Tips on Avoiding Scams and Fraudulent Charitable Solicitations

State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit

Watch out, Illinois: Tax hikes are coming for you

Even Netflix and Spotify aren’t safe from the impending flood

Attorney General and Comptroller Go to Court Over State Paychecks

The longer Illinois goes without a budget, the murkier things look for state employees.

Day 6: Who's to Blame for the Illinois State Budget Stalemate?

“As Hinz pointed out, ‘reasonable’ people could get this all figured out in a couple of hours. In Illinois, it might take all summer.”

Will Same-Sex Marriage be a Boost to the Wedding Business?

Did the Supreme Court save the livelihoods of wedding workers?

Kifowit Will Not Take Pay Until State Budget Is Passed

State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit

Kifowit Hosts Community Meeting to Discuss Impact of Severe Budget Cuts on Local Communities

State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit

7 troublesome situations you could find yourself in during the Illinois government shutdown

Even though politicians have been fighting about the state budget for weeks, everyday Illinoisans end up bearing the brunt of the shutdown.

Kifowit Invites Public To Discuss Proposed Cuts to Social Services

State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit

Cash Only: How Strict Federal Banking Rules Pose Problems for Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in Illinois

Oak Park dispensary owner Brad Zerman is working on finding a solution to this problem in Illinois.

What you should know about Madigan's and Rauner's budget rhetoric

Here's why you should be skeptical of the rhetoric being used by both House Speaker Mike Madigan and Gov. Bruce Rauner in the budget feud.

Kifowit Honors World War II Pilot

Caption: State Rep Stephanie Kifowit, center, joins Phyllis Harvey, left, and her daughter Carol Gardner, right, on June 15 in Oswego. Kifow

The Top 10 Quotes from Madigan and Cullerton on Budget Talks with Rauner

Seems like they’re getting along… not.

10 Laws Every Resident in Illinois Should Know

From divorce and will requirements to school prayer, here are 10 laws to know.

Will U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk's Latest Gaffe Be His Last?

Kirk's 2016 election opponent, U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth, quickly capitalized on the opportunity to use it as a fundraising tool.

Kifowit Works With Local Venues to Help Stop Online Ticket Scams

State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit

Top 17 Biggest Illinois Cities that Shrank in Population

The majority of the state's largest cities shrank in population from 2013 to 2014, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

Carl Gutierrez Announces Bid for Kendall County Coroner

Gutierrez has actively worked in the Coroner’s Office as a Deputy Coroner since 2012.

The Top 7 Highest-Paid Democratic Staffers in the Illinois Legislature

You saw salaries for some of Rauner’s top officials, now here's the pay for Speaker Madigan and Senate President Cullerton's top staffers.

Former Speaker Pleads Not Guilty

Dennis Hastert was arraigned in federal court June 9 in Chicago.

How much are Rauner's superstars making?

Big names, reputations and salaries on Gov. Bruce Rauner's "superstar" team.

8 facts you should know about political corruption in Illinois

UIC report compares federal public corruption convictions in Illinois and Chicago to other states.

Kifowit-Backed Measure Protecting Children From Exposure to Abuse Passes General Assembly

State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit

Kifowit Invites HOA Boards to Informational Session

State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit

The big cuts Rauner has in store if there's no budget by July 1

A list of actions Gov. Bruce Rauner is prepared to take if there’s no budget compromise by July 1.

9 Ways Dennis Hastert Could Have Collected His $3.5 million in Alleged 'Hush Money'

Hastert's multiple sources of income could explain how the former U.S. House Speaker planned to pay the large sum of cash.

Former Hastert Staffer, Yorkville High Wrestler, Silent on Mentor's Plight

A long-time employee who wrestled for Dennis Hastert in high school won’t speak about his former coach and boss.