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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.