Pritzker’s financial disclosure less transparent than Trump’s
Pritzker’s financial disclosure less transparent than Trump’s
Rules are stricter for federal officials than for Illinois politicians.
Three ways Illinois could boost the trades with the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program
Three ways Illinois could boost the trades with the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program
The Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program, also known as the Education Freedom Tax Credit, could expand access to career and technical education for Illinois students.
Illinois Tollway board approves largest passenger toll hike in Illinois history
Illinois Tollway board approves largest passenger toll hike in Illinois history
The sign-off from Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s board came despite overwhelming online comment opposition.
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Pritzker signs law to remove chemicals from makeup, nail polish, hair dye, perfumes
Pritzker signs law to remove chemicals from makeup, nail polish, hair dye, perfumes
The sale of products containing certain ingredients already banned in the EU will be prohibited in Illinois beginning July 1, 2028.
A look at bond referendums for voters in four school districts
A look at bond referendums for voters in four school districts
Voters in school districts in St. Charles, Algonquin, Oswego and downstate Mahomet-Seymour will decide whether to approve borrowing for facility improvements.
76% of online comments oppose proposed toll hikes
76% of online comments oppose proposed toll hikes
The Illinois Tollway board is slated to vote on the proposal this week.
Rockford close to zoning reforms to increase housing
Rockford close to zoning reforms to increase housing
The proposed amendments would allow greater housing density, eliminate garage mandates and reduce approval hurdles for new developments.
Solutions for vacant lots would reduce crime and poverty in Chicago
Solutions for vacant lots would reduce crime and poverty in Chicago
Reducing property taxes and bureaucratic holdups will lead to safer communities and more economic opportunities on Chicago's South and West sides.
Pritzker record: He added $300 million last year to Chicago pension woes
Pritzker record: He added $300 million last year to Chicago pension woes
The governor signed a sweetener for city police and firefighters that’s estimated to add over $11 billion in accrued liabilities by 2055.
Illinois among worst in U.S. for population growth, job growth, wage growth
Illinois among worst in U.S. for population growth, job growth, wage growth
The state lags in several economic metrics as the governor runs for a third term.
Back to school: Illinois students return to class in public schools posting poor results in reading, math and attendance
Back to school: Illinois students return to class in public schools posting poor results in reading, math and attendance
State data shows that reading and math proficiency remain low and chronic absenteeism remains high.
As Madden NFL 27 launches, featuring the Bears’ Caleb Williams, what’s next for Soldier Field?
As Madden NFL 27 launches, featuring the Bears’ Caleb Williams, what’s next for Soldier Field?
The video game series has the Bears QB on the cover, a first for the team.
High taxes vs. low taxes: Which states are winning the population war?
High taxes vs. low taxes: Which states are winning the population war?
Illinois families say curbing high taxes is a top issue, and the state is losing loads of residents.