Data from the Illinois Board of Higher Education, which oversees public universities, shows university income has had to make ...

U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth endorsed Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton on Monday in the 2026 Democratic primary for Illinois’ open seat ...

A retired U.S. Army first lieutenant, Gerend was among the 200 people who gathered outside the McHenry Veterans Affairs ...

Sen. Dick Durbin announces retirement in 2027, ending a 44-year career and sparking Democratic succession speculation.

Sen. Dick Durbin reflects on retirement decision, citing age, Trump’s influence, and his legacy after 44 years in Congress.

Advocates push for higher pay and stable hours for disability support workers as lawmakers weigh Illinois’ tight 2026 budget.

State Sen. Emil Jones III’s federal corruption trial is nearing its end as the jury deliberated for two hours Monday after ...

The Illinois Department of Public Health confirmed Wednesday afternoon the first case of measles in the state. The measles ...

A bill tightening homeschool rules stalls amid fierce opposition, edits, and a police probe into a death threat.

CHICAGO — The jury considering state Sen. Emil Jones III’s federal corruption trial indicated late Wednesday that it may be ...

Illinois foster care agencies face a liability insurance crisis that threatens closures, staffing cuts, and child care quality.