Government

A former police officer from suburban Chicago has been found guilty of federal corruption charges related to a scheme to steal cash and drugs from individuals during traffic stops.

Concerns have been raised by Mark Vargas regarding potential conflicts involving Governor J.B. Pritzker’s blind trust and its connections to taxpayer-funded state contracts in Illinois.

Entities linked to Governor J.B. Pritzker’s family reportedly received significant taxpayer-funded contracts since 2019, raising concerns amid Illinois’ high taxes and pension obligations.

Illinois Review reports that since 2022, Illinois has spent $2.5 billion on health care, food, and shelter for undocumented immigrants under Governor J.B. Pritzker’s administration while indicating limited funds for…

Illinois generated $73.3 million from property taxes in 2024, ranking 22nd among U.S. states.

Governor J.B. Pritzker’s recent engagement with national media has sparked speculation regarding his intentions for a potential presidential run in 2028.

Political adviser Roger Stone criticizes Illinois’ one-party rule under Governor J.B. Pritzker for increasing taxpayer costs while reducing benefits amidst high property-tax burdens and rising living expenses faced by residents

The Illinois House Republicans criticize a new energy law they claim will increase electricity rates for residents already facing high costs.

The Illinois State Board of Elections voted Thursday to remove Republican gubernatorial candidate Joseph Severino and his running mate, Rantch Isquith, from the March 17, 2026, Republican primary ballot after…

Mr. Blue Sky, a tribute band dedicated to performing the music of Electric Light Orchestra (ELO), is scheduled to play on Saturday, March 14 at 8:00 p.m., with doors opening…

Mr. Blue Sky, a band known for recreating the music of Electric Light Orchestra (ELO), is scheduled to perform on Friday, March 13 at 8:00 p.m., with doors opening at…

Three individuals have been arrested following a burglary investigation at a vacant building formerly used as a medical facility in Edwardsville.

Of the $66.9 billion in taxes collected by Illinois in 2024, 0.5%, or $311.1 million, came from alcoholic beverages sales taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of…

Illinois House Republicans warn that Senate Bill 25 could increase utility rates amid already high power bills.

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Illinois for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 10-49, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week…

Illinois has secured over $193 million annually through a federal program aimed at transforming rural health care starting in fiscal year 2026.

Overnight and long-term ramp closures will continue through January as the Illinois Tollway moves forward with the reconstruction and reconfiguration of the I-290/I-88 Interchange at the Tri-State Tollway (I-294).

The Illinois Republican Party has accused local Democrats and the Chicago Teachers Union of promoting protests following Nicolás Maduro’s arrest by U.S. forces.

Illinois House Republicans claim Democratic green energy policies are increasing utility bills and affecting power generation reliability.

The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Governor JB Pritzker, accusing him and Democrats of hindering immigration authorities after welcoming illegal immigrants into Illinois.

Out of the $66.9 billion in total tax revenue collected by Illinois in 2024, $18 million came from alcoholic beverages license taxes, representing an increase from the previous year, when…

Governor JB Pritzker has signed Senate Bill 1950 into law, making Illinois the twelfth jurisdiction in the United States to permit physician-assisted suicide starting September 2026.

President Donald Trump has announced plans to withhold billions of dollars in federal funding from Illinois due to what he describes as leadership failures and persistent violent crime within the…

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Illinois for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 10-49, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week…