An Illinois customer says McDonald's pricing algorithm contributed to different prices at nearby restaurants — and he's suing to stop it.

Incumbent Anita Lewis and challenger Guy Bodie clash over data centers, housing and immigration fears in District 3.

Jim Durkin calls Darren Bailey a “right-wing evangelist” and says the Illinois GOP must break its Trump fever.

Unincorporated McHenry County could halt new data center applications for a year as officials worry about groundwater and energy strain.

Eight aldermen wanted answers on videos starring Mayor Brandon Johnson. The nonprofit sent nobody, and now its city dollars are on the line.

Batavia's Committee of the Whole split on three gambling ordinances, with a council vote possible as soon as Monday.

Suburban Chicago reporters cite years of pay cuts and a 20% staff loss since Tribune's takeover.

More than 400 residents packed a meeting to fight a dam-and-dredging fee plan in Wonder Lake, Illinois. Leaders now admit it needs a rework.

A binding referendum could cap future mayors and council members at two terms — but not Nancy Rotering.

Austan Goolsbee says consumer confidence is sinking even as spending rises — a split he calls unlike anything before.

Over 40 residents packed a budget town hall as Aurora weighs tax hikes and cuts to the Paramount Theatre’s owner.

Joseph Woods wants Park Forest taxpayers to cover his defense costs from a 2024 confrontation at All-Out Smoke Pit.

Corinne Pierog handed off her gavel and offered no comment after colleagues voted to formally rebuke her.