Illinois U.S. Reps. Sean Casten and Jesús "Chuy" García join other Democrats in suggesting President Biden consider not running in the next election due to concerns about his competitiveness against Trump.

Illinois Republicans left the RNC invigorated, with Rep. LaHood criticizing Pritzker's governance, and the GOP focusing on party unity led by Trump's disciplined campaign.

The Will County Board voted against making the county a non-sanctuary area, reflecting a political divide and community views on immigration inclusivity.

House Bill 612 has been passed, updating property tax exemptions for disabled veterans, removing the honorable discharge requirement, including a greater range of veterans, and fully exempting WWII veterans from property taxes.

Cook County donated nearly 1,000 new clothing items from a shuttered facility to the New Life Center, aiding newcomers to Chicago through a salvage program initiative.

The Illinois unemployment rate slightly increased to 5.0 percent, with 10,400 added jobs in various sectors except a few like Leisure and Hospitality.

Chicago's administration faces criticism for clearing a tent city and enforcing a 60-day shelter limit, leading to evictions of the homeless and migrants ahead of the DNC.

Chicago Mayor Johnson's plan to relocate a George Washington statue has been halted, with his administration indicating a reversal of the previously reported decision.

The Illinois Department of Labor updated prevailing wage rates, adhering to the state's Prevailing Wage Act to promote fair wages in public construction projects.

The Black Fire Brigade opened an educational center in Chicago to train the next generation of first responders, highlighting its successful placement of 700 trained individuals in firefighter and EMT positions.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul filed an amicus brief opposing the expansion of a toxic waste facility in an overburdened Chicago community, citing environmental justice concerns.

A former Illinois Tollway employee received probation and must pay restitution for stealing from the PPP, with the Attorney General emphasizing the seriousness of pandemic aid misuse.

The Illinois Power Agency announces a workshop to discuss obstacles for renewable energy developers concerning post-award conditions for Indexed Renewable Energy Credits.