Illinois to receive $40M from Kroger opioid settlement; funds will support community programs under statewide abatement plan.

Early Illinois election results show Democrats likely to keep legislative supermajorities; Sorensen wins IL-17 seat.

FBI witness details ComEd payments to Madigan allies; video shows lobbyist advice on keeping speaker “happy” with no-work ...

Ex-ComEd exec testifies on no-work contracts for Madigan allies in bribery case; jury hears recordings detailing the scheme.

Illinois schools aim to boost math scores as reading proficiency hits record levels; ISBE outlines math improvement plan.

Federal judge strikes down Illinois' assault weapons ban, citing Second Amendment rights; state likely to appeal.

CHICAGO — Regulators at the Illinois Commerce Commission are nearing decisions in several high-profile cases that could ...

The Medill Illinois News Bureau provides local news outlets with coverage of the state legislature and government agencies.

Illinois LIHEAP program opens to help low-income households with utility bills, new gas discounts available for 2024.

Testimony in Madigan trial highlights McClain’s influence and unique access to the former Illinois House speaker.

Illinois faces a projected $3.2B budget deficit for FY 2026, signaling challenges ahead for lawmakers as revenues stagnate.

Officials urge patience with Election Day results, cautioning against disinformation as counting continues nationwide.