U. of Illinois raises tuition by 1.7 percent

University of Illinois trustees have raised tuition for in-state students starting school this fall by 1.7 percent. It is the smallest increase in almost two decades. Read More

Unions seeks summit with Quinn, legislative leaders

Illinois' public employee unions are asking for a meeting with Gov. Pat Quinn and legislative leaders to come up with an agreement on pension changes. Read More

Lt. Gov. forming working group on concealed carry

Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon is inviting new lawmakers from across Illinois to work with her on a concealed carry law. Read More

Veterans to mark Lincoln birthday in Springfield

Illinois veterans will honor Abraham Lincoln's birthday with a visit to the Lincoln Tomb Historic Site in Springfield. Read More

Quinn to sign Erin's Law for elementary students

Gov. Pat Quinn is slated to sign legislation designed to promote the education of elementary school children about sexual assault and abuse. Read More

Pearl Jam announces July concert at Wrigley Field

Pearl Jam will play a summer concert this year at Chicago's Wrigley Field. Read More

School safety summit includes discussions of school shootings

While the Connecticut school massacre last month was the inspiration for Tuesday’s school safety summit, those participating say you need to examine the problem from a certain distance. Read More

Lincoln museum to display iconic stovepipe hat

A stovepipe hat worn by Abraham Lincoln is going on display at the Springfield library and museum that bear his name. Read More

Missouri lawmakers propose Stan Musial bridge

A campaign to name a new Mississippi River bridge at St. Louis for the late Cardinals great Stan Musial is already gaining momentum. Read More

Attorney: Ryan to be released by end of January

Imprisoned ex-Gov. George Ryan is scheduled to be released to a Chicago halfway house at the end of January. Read More