SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is asking state lawmakers for a $15 million increase in his General Revenue Fund budget for the upcoming year, saying his office needs a more ...

Illinois foster care agencies face a liability insurance crisis that threatens closures, staffing cuts, and child care ...

Sen. Dick Durbin reflects on retirement decision, citing age, Trump’s influence, and his legacy after 44 years in Congress.

Gov. Pritzker endorses Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton for U.S. Senate, boosting her 2026 bid to replace retiring Sen. Dick Durbin.

Sen. Dick Durbin announces retirement in 2027, ending a 44-year career and sparking Democratic succession speculation.

State Sen. Emil Jones III’s federal corruption trial is nearing its end as the jury deliberated for two hours Monday after ...

Robert Crimo sentenced to life for Highland Park shooting as Illinois Supreme Court upholds law limiting venue for lawsuits.

Gov. JB Pritzker defends LGBTQ rights while urging Democrats to focus on economic issues amid party strategy debate.

Illinois lawmakers back bills to support small farmers and expand local food access after federal agriculture funds were cut.

CHICAGO — The jury considering state Sen. Emil Jones III’s federal corruption trial indicated late Wednesday that it may be ...

A mistrial is declared in Sen. Emil Jones III’s bribery case after a jury deadlocks; retrial decision expected in June.