Lawmakers seek to probe heroin use among teens

Drug use among teenagers is not a new thing, but, according to State Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Round Lake Beach, more of them are turning to heroin. Read More

Closer Look: Quinn job stats mixed under scrutiny

Gov. Pat Quinn has made jobs a regular feature of his recent speeches. Read More

Governor talks anti-violence at Chicago churches

Gov. Pat Quinn says houses of worship are an effective place to address anti-violence on Chicago's streets. Read More

Illinois AG warns of tax-refund fees and loans

The Illinois attorney general's office is warning the public to be on the lookout for the high cost of tax-refund anticipation products. Read More

Illinois mortgage assistance program increases aid to families

Illinois homeowners facing foreclosure may soon be eligible for up to $35,000 in mortgage assistance. Read More

Illinois Lottery winners claim $1 million prize at the last minute

The Illinois Lottery says the winners of a $1 million prize that had gone unclaimed for nearly a year have come forward --- and just in the nick of time. Read More

Gambling expansion fixes could get bill passed

Gambling expansion in Illinois is becoming a stronger possibility with new legislation presented last week in Springfield. Read More

Brother maintains innocence 1 year after Blagojevich sentence

It was one year ago today that ex-Gov. Rod Blagojevich reported to prison. Read More

President to talk clean energy in visit to Chicago laboratory

President Obama is making a visit to his home state today. Read More

NASCAR driver supports higher ethanol mix in gas

A popular NASCAR driver is taking a break to promote putting more ethanol in gasoline. Read More