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.

Gov. JB Pritzker defends LGBTQ rights while urging Democrats to focus on economic issues amid party strategy debate.

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

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

Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton launches U.S. Senate bid, becoming the first Democrat to enter race for retiring Sen. Dick Durbin’s ...

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

Illinois lawmakers back bills to support small farmers and expand local food access after federal agriculture funds were cut.

Illinois lawmakers advance bill to create a statewide public defender’s office aimed at boosting resources and independence.