Cook County Commissioner Bridget Gainer has proposed a fund to help homeowners with property taxes, financed by late payment fees. The fund addresses increasing tax burdens and supports residents at risk of losing homes.

Chicago's Board of Education passed a strategic plan for CPS focused on creating equitable schools, with unanimous support but facing criticism from the teachers' union.

Chicago City Council is poised to vote on an ethics ordinance banning lobbyists from donating to mayoral campaigns, a move supported by Mayor Johnson after initial skepticism.

Judd Lofchie, an Aurora attorney and ex-council member, announces his mayoral candidacy for 2025 with a focus on fiscal responsibility and economic growth.

The Illinois State Fair reached a record high attendance with over 773,000 visitors, featuring performances by top artists and a diverse array of attractions.

Chicago’s hiring freeze to address a projected deficit will not affect public safety positions, Mayor Brandon Johnson confirmed, maintaining essential services amid financial challenges.

A federal trial in East St. Louis is reevaluating the constitutionality of Illinois' gun ban, particularly targeting "assault weapons," with previous statements suggesting the law could be unconstitutional.

Mayor Brandon Johnson nominates Ald. Walter Burnett as chair of Chicago's Zoning Committee, replacing previous nominee Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez after insufficient council support.

Mayor Johnson has shifted support from Ald. Sigcho-Lopez to Vice-Mayor Burnett for Zoning Committee chair, reflecting Chicago city council dynamics and agenda conflicts.

Kennedy Bartley, a Chicago mayoral aide, faces scrutiny for her past controversial remarks, including alleged anti-Semitic comments and derogatory terms for police.

Lake Zurich officials have approved a 0.5% sales tax increase to help fund a $154 million Lake Michigan water project, expecting to raise $2.5 million annually.

Chicago's hiring freeze excludes police and fire departments, ensuring these services remain unaffected. Mayor Johnson's team clarifies this was part of the original plan, despite initial confusion.

Illinois AG Raoul joins 42 attorneys general in calling for surgeon general warnings on social media platforms to address the harmful psychological effects on children.