Illinois sees job growth in most metro areas in Sep. 2023, despite a rise in unemployment, according to IDES report.

Chicago grapples with intense summer flooding, prompting city council debates on flood management funding and long-term solutions.

CTIT launched by Chicago focuses on public safety, smart governance, and connected infrastructure to reshape urban spaces.

Columbia Colleges part-time faculty votes to strike amid contract negotiations, challenging proposed course cuts affecting their workload and pay.

Illinois House votes for a proposal making it easier for legislative staff to form unions, future in Senate unclear.

Chicago Public Schools face a projected 391M deficit next year due to depleting federal COVID-19 relief funds, affecting student services.

Illinois fall session weighs on migrant funding and nuclear power plans, amidst imminent elections and limited timeframe.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul leads 18 AGs in challenging Jackson Hewitt's alleged anti-competitive no-poach hiring practices.

Chicago Mayor opposes ruling allowing police disciplinary cases to bypass the Police Board, calling it a setback for police reform.

Seventeen attorneys general urge Supreme Court to uphold Mandatory Repatriation Tax, warning of serious economic implications if overturned.

Two Illinois programs were selected as inaugural tech hubs by the U.S. Economic Development Administration, bolstering the state's innovation capabilities.

Illinois lawmakers debate on the future of the Invest in Kids program and nuclear plant moratorium, with opinions widely varying.

ISP hosts awards ceremony honoring dedicated officers and staff for exceptional service in public safety during 2021 and 2022.