Kirk's physical therapist to be guest for speech

Sen. Mark Kirk has invited one of the physical therapists who helped him recover after his stroke to be his guest for next week's State of the Union address. Read More

Gambling expansion faces death by Quinn

A gambling expansion bill is on the governor’s desk, but it’s not likely it will become law. Read More

Report: Davis not cooperating in ethics probe

The office investigating U.S. Rep. Aaron Schock over allegations the Illinois Republican violated campaign fundraising laws says new GOP Congressman Rodney Davis isn't cooperating with the probe. Read More

State Fair announces grandstand events

The Illinois State Fair is adding more performances to its grandstand line-up including the return of Styx and REO Speedwagon. Read More

Illinois auditor general accused of DUI

Illinois Auditor General William Holland has been arrested for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol. Read More

Quinn OKs road, child-service money

Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn is approving legislation that provides hundreds of millions of dollars for road projects and a boost for more child abuse investigators. Read More

Madigan schedules hearings on concealed carry legislation

Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is seeking public input on concealed carry of firearms and gun safety at two hearings later this month. Read More

University of Illinois bomb squad detonates WWII-era grenade

The University of Illinois bomb squad has detonated a World War II explosive in eastern Illinois. Read More

Bill with road, child-service money goes to Quinn

The Illinois Senate is sending the governor legislation that provides hundreds of millions of dollars for immediate road projects. Read More

Ex-prisons accountant pleads guilty

A former Illinois Department of Corrections accountant has pleaded guilty to embezzling around $77,000 from an association formed to memorialize prison workers killed on the job. Read More