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 ...

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

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

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

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

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