Illinois AG Kwame Raoul, with six other AGs, challenges an Ohio law limiting who can return mail-in ballots, arguing it harms disabled voters' rights.

The Illinois House approved a contentious $53.1 billion budget after intense overnight negotiations, with the plan now awaiting the governor's signature.

CPS faces a $400 million budget gap yet vows to protect classroom funding, focusing on equity over enrollment for resource distribution, with some schools reporting concerns over potential impacts.

The Du Quoin State Fairgrounds Farmers Market in Illinois opens June 4 for the summer, offering fresh produce every Tuesday and supporting SNAP users with its Link Match program.

Kennedy Bartley joins Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration as Managing Deputy for External Relations, pledging to enhance community engagement across the city.

The Illinois Department of Revenue announced that Jersey County's property assessment multiplier remains unchanged at 1.0000, ensuring equal tax assessments as per state law.

Legislative efforts are underway to modify the operations of the Illinois Prisoner Review Board after a violent incident involving a parolee led to calls for increased transparency and accountability.

Illinois state facilities face accusations of patient abuse, with a technician indicted for battery and an ex-nursing assistant alleging other abuses at a different center.

Illinois Senate Democrats approved a $53.1 billion budget, including a 5% raise for legislators and an overall spending increase, while also advancing bills on environmental regulation and health care reforms.

Illinois Republicans endorsed Trump, criticizing Democrats at their state convention, while Trump faced hostility at the Libertarian Party Convention.

Chicago is preparing for its first-ever school board elections with a hybrid model of 10 elected and 11 appointed members, a move from a mayor-appointed board to one with more public influence.

Chicago launches a summer safety plan with $100 million funding, emphasizing community engagement and strategic policing to combat seasonal violence spikes.

Cook County is seeking organizations to provide housing and support services to those with housing insecurity, emphasizing aid for individuals affected by the criminal justice system.