Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs urges residents to search the I-CASH database for unclaimed funds and highlights the state's record returns of nearly $299 million in 2024.

Federal agencies, directed by Trump officials, are enforcing immigration laws in Chicago, raising tensions with local authorities and concerns about targeting non-violent undocumented residents.

A federal court has temporarily restrained a presidential order challenging birthright citizenship, an action Attorney General Kwame Raoul and others support.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul issued new guidelines to local law enforcement on federal immigration enforcement, emphasizing adherence to state laws that protect immigrants.

Trump enacts executive orders reshaping diversity efforts, immigration, and asylum/refugee systems, including ending federal DEI programs and halting refugee arrivals.

Illinois Governor has announced Fortune Brands Innovations' expansion in Deerfield, creating jobs and consolidating its headquarters, supported by the EDGE program.

The Illinois Board of Higher Education proposes a $108.8 million budget increase to support educational equity, increasing MAP funds, and aid for low-income students, without affecting the SURS.

Federal prosecutors present their closing arguments in the corruption trial of ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan, who faces accusations of running a criminal enterprise.

The Illinois Department of Revenue has set the property assessment equalization factor for Sangamon County at 1.0889, affecting local assessments and potentially influencing tax bills.

AG Kwame Raoul has filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump's order to end birthright citizenship, alleging it violates the 14th Amendment and U.S. law.

Illinois is updating its professional licensing system, adding four new licenses to its online CORE platform, including behavior analysts and professional midwives, to streamline and simplify the process.

Trump pardoned over 50 Illinois defendants linked to the Jan. 6 insurrection, while Biden issued preemptive pardons for high-profile individuals including Fauci.

Chicago marks the 40th anniversary of its coldest day with current temperatures colder than both Antarctica and Alaska, while it faces a cold advisory for extreme wind chills.