Illinois wheat producers to elect representatives to the Illinois Wheat Development Board; some districts lack candidates, but write-ins are possible. Voting is on October 30, 2025.

Chicago's Belmont Cragin neighborhood to get a new public space, La Placita, featuring performance areas and public art, set to complete in Spring 2026.

Chicago Mayor Johnson has outlined a $40 million initiative to revamp homeless shelters, providing private rooms and enhanced facilities, with funding from federal and city sources.

Ford City Mall in Chicago may be transformed into an industrial park, prompting diverse community reactions and discussions about the local economy and land use.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced the allocation of $5 million in grants to fire stations for upgrade and construction projects, prioritizing community safety and support for rural fire departments.

State Farm is raising Illinois home insurance rates by 27% due to losses from extreme weather and inflation. Governor Pritzker opposes the hike and seeks regulatory and legislative remedies.

Illinois State Farm home insurance premiums to rise by 27% despite an auto insurance rate drop of 5.7%, driven by high claims payouts, with Governor Pritzker challenging the hikes as unfair.

The Dolton Village Board unanimously voted to acquire Pope Leo XIV's childhood home, attracting pilgrims and raising local excitement and financial concerns.

Cook County has launched a new modular homes initiative, with two homes in Chicago, aiming to develop affordable housing and address home construction scarcity.

Officials outline safety protocols for the upcoming demolition of the Damen Silos, while local groups advocate for their preservation as cultural venues.

Median home prices in Chicago reached a record high of $379,900 while sales fell to the lowest for May since 2012, partly due to an inventory shortage and a decline in new home construction.

The South Park Terrace Apartments in Chicago, linked to Frank Lloyd Wright, face neglect and require preservation, with residents facing evacuation due to unsafe conditions.

Illinois awards $1.35 million to local manufacturers through the Made in Illinois Grant Program to enhance innovation, efficiency, and competitiveness, supporting the state's manufacturing economy.