With Illinois lawmakers back in Springfield, Chalkbeat Chicago will keep a close eye on budget talks, school curriculum, and ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - An Illinois congressman is pushing back against President Donald Trump's proposed federal spending cuts. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, who represents Illinois' 8th Congressional ...

One of the biggest debates in Springfield — how to keep mass transit from running out of money — is finally starting to take shape.

"Nothing dangerous has, thank God, happened here, but we hear about it on an almost daily basis, happening around the world,” ...

While it may still be months away, more artists have been announced as grandstand headliners for the 2025 Illinois State Fair, including a Grammy-winning singer and popular country band.

Power move: Republicans have little weight in Springfield, but their walkout grated on Democrats who accused them of shirking their jobs to represent constituents.

Behind-the-scenes staff acrimony mirrors public tension betwee Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker.

If this and a complementary bill from last year pass, single-family zoning will effectively disappear in municipalities ...

Some headed to Springfield to advocate for the Palestinian people after President Donald Trump said he envisions making the ...

The average price of bud has fallen gradually, numbers show. Recreational sales grew 2.5% last year, with dispensaries ...

Legislators and medical policy advocates revealed the proposal at a press conference Wednesday at the capitol in Springfield.

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois participated in one court battle with the Trump administration Thursday when a federal judge ...