A federal appeals court has upheld the corruption conviction of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, finding the evidence of wrongdoing “overwhelming.” The court rejected arguments
Illinois families are facing rising costs at every stage of life, from childcare and preschool to everyday essentials like diapers and prescription medications. These are
A recent audit of the Illinois Department of Corrections has revealed 40 ongoing failures, raising serious concerns about accountability and oversight within the agency. The
Governor JB Pritzker recently suggested that local governments and school boards are responsible for Illinois’ high property taxes. However, that explanation overlooks the significant role
Hazardous Materials Awareness Month highlights the importance of understanding and safely managing hazardous chemicals in local communities. Illinois agencies, like the Illinois Emergency Management Agency
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has relaunched the Infield Conservation for Operationalizing Vital Ecosystem Resilience (I-COVER) program, which offers financial incentives to farmers adopting new or earlier cover crop techniques for
Following the tragic killing of 18-year-old Sheridan Gorman in Chicago, Senate Republicans are raising concerns about public safety and calling for policy changes. Gorman, a
Senate Republicans have introduced a legislative package aimed at supporting small businesses, providing relief to workers, and improving Illinois’ economic competitiveness. The proposal comes as
Each spring during the legislative session, farmers, FFA members, and agricultural leaders travel to Springfield for Illinois Agriculture Legislative Day to advocate for the future
The 2026 Illinois spring trout fishing season will open April 4 at 58 ponds, lakes, and streams statewide, with an early catch-and-release period already underway
