While lawmakers and industry experts agree that legislation is needed to drive interest in Illinois manufacturing careers, the impact of the governor’s progressive-tax proposal on the state’s economy stands to threaten whatever forward momentum can be achieved.

After House and Senate Democrats sent SB 1596 to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk, the Illinois Chamber of Commerce is petitioning the governor to veto the Workers’ Compensation reform bill.

After Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s proposed temporary income tax hike, opponents are lining up to block what would be the state’s second income tax increase in two years.

Although a clerical error indicated state Sen. Jim Oberweis would be running for the U.S. Senate in 2020, he instead has his sights on the 14th District U.S. House seat currently held by Democrat Lauren Underwood.

A bombshell new report that soon-to-be ex-Gov. Bruce Rauner bailed out on his reelection campaign has some Republicans fuming.

Democrat Susana Mendoza won re-election as state comptroller Tuesday night, taking 61 percent of the vote against her opponent, Darlene Senger, with 36 percent.

Incumbent Gov. Bruce Rauner conceded defeat Tuesday night as Democrat J.B. Pritzker claimed the governorship of Illinois, capturing 59 percent of the vote to Rauner’s 35 percent.

A digital ad released Monday by the Liberty Principles PAC showcases how Republican state House candidate Dwight D. Kay is willing to fight House Speaker Michael Madigan to block a property tax hike.

Lt. Gov. Evelyn Sanguinetti framed the upcoming gubernatorial battle as a referendum on taxes and corruption during an interview recently broadcast on radio station WMAY.

While Republicans have slammed a statewide property tax plan that could add thousands to Illinois homeowners’ property taxes, suburban Democrats have opted not to criticize the idea..

Rep. Martin Moylan (D-Des Plaines) has lied to constituents about his political loyalties, according to a 30-second TV ad.

A recent ad from Liberty Principles PAC alleges that Democrats funded by Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan have made a number of false accusations against their Republican challengers.

Erika Harold, a Republican candidate for Illinois attorney general, was recently endorsed by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, marking the first time in nearly a century it has backed a candidate for that office.

An Illinois anti-discrimination law causes reverse discrimination and creates millions in lost revenue, according to a recent lawsuit.

The Winnebago County Republican Party headquarters in Rockford, Illinois, sustained graffiti damage from vandals, according to a Twitter post.

A federal judge is considering whether to dismiss former Republican State Central Committee member Bob Winchester’s civil rights case against the Illinois Republican party.

The Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA) is looking for plaintiffs to join a proposed lawsuit against the state over gun restrictions on home-based daycare centers.

State Sen. Pamela Althoff (R-McHenry) will be leaving office on Sept. 30.

House Speaker Mike Madigan has provided a combined $15 million in funding to dozens of state representatives currently holding office, the Illinois Policy Institute (IPI) reports.

Grilled meats, signature cocktails and a charity auction are highlights of Kyle Schwarber’s Second Annual Block Party to honor the city’s first responders.