Why are Democrats so afraid of Bruce Rauner?
The 16-day stalemate over defunding the Affordable Care Act ended Wednesday night.
Tina Filipiak says, "The best judges are those that know that what happens in the courtroom is not about the judge but the litigants in each case."
Nancy Schultz Voots' office issued a notice hoping to head off any election-related confusion.
More than 90 percent of homeowners in the U.S. will see higher heating expenses this year.
Applications not taken until January now. And it will be six months before you can carry a concealed weapon.
Former Will County Board member Kathleen Konicki's "intimate" photo case is going to a judge from another county.
Councilwoman Jan Quillman said the night she squabbled with a firefighter she was greatly upset by the bloody "massacre scene" she happened upon when her mother-in-law injured a varicose vein.
Councilwoman Jan Quillman got into a dustup with a firefighter during an emergency medical call, according to department reports.
Secret Service officers gave chase after woman tried to ram barricades.
The first federal government shutdown in 17 years will not impact the National Weather Service website, which is administered through the NOAA.
Less popular than lice and cockroaches, says new Public Policy Poll. Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin blames Speaker John Boehner.
Will County Judge Gerald Kinney and State's Attorney James Glasgow are fighting a subpoena from a former county board member who claims old boyfriends circulated "intimate" photos of her.
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Most also believe Syrian government will not be weakened by a U.S. airstrike.
Thousands of them, in fact. The mayor sees an economic opportunity in drawing Chicago-area same-sex couples to his state to wed.
Ozone levels expected to be elevated as heat and humidity take hold in the metro area.
New law takes effect Jan. 1, 2014.
The new legislation Thursday will "protect the health of Illinois youth," Gov. Pat Quinn said.
Duffy Blackburn threw his support behind Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon Wednesday at an Illinois Democratic breakfast in Springfield.
The Illinois 53 corridor plan calls for, among other things, creating attractions that would be "photo opportunities" luring Historic Route 66 travelers.
As many as nine streets will done, depending on what the work ends up costing, the village's Web site said.
Illinois—expected to be delivered in August 2016—will be the second U.S. Navy vessel named after the 21st state.
In a 5-4 vote, justices ruled that the Defense of Marriage Act violates the Fifth Amendment.
Thirty-three million in appropriations allows room for Village to cover unforeseen expenses.
Glasgow: " ... it is imperative that supervisors in our local schools and and municipalities possess the knowledge to identify instances of theft and fraud."
Property owners asks village board to grant a conditional use permit.
City Manager Tom Thanas said bids are being taken from companies that want to evaluate Joliet's current system and make suggestions on how to improve it.
Will County Executive Larry Walsh said savings are the result of projects completed with a grant from the American Resource Recovery Act.
Acting village administrator Roger Barrowman has worked to build a geographic information system that is expected to be operational by the end of 2013. The system will save employees time and the Village money.
Officials hope to reschedule event at a time that will allow for greater participation.
Will County Health Department spokesman Vic Reato suggests taking a common sense approach: Schedule a visit with your doctor.
The 398-space parking facility is the first step in the huge Joliet Gateway Transportation Center.
The county's share is just a portion of the $73 million allocated to Illinois in federal disaster relief.
Aaron Klima recently was signed to a four-year contract that will pay him $108,000 annually to work as Shorewood's police chief.
Senate Bill 1764 would allow hired drivers to be charged with a felony if they are found to be under the influence of alcohol while transporting passengers.
The Joliet city manager, speaking publicly for the first time about his resignation, said the decision was his alone and he will help the council as they choose his successor.
After weeks of vocal public opposition, Corrections Corporation of America decided to "withdraw" its interest in building here, City Manager Tom Thanas said.