Madigan plans new vote on pension plan

Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is planning a fresh vote on own his plan to reform public-employee pensions despite a request from the governor for compromise with the Senate. Read More

Road group seeks tax tied to gas cost

Illinois transit advocates are proposing a plan to fix the state's deteriorating roads through a new tax that would raise the price at the gas pump, The Associated Press has learned. Read More

Schillerstrom considers bid for Illinois treasurer

A former DuPage County board chairman and 2010 gubernatorial candidate is considering a bid for state treasurer Read More

Jesse White promotes Blackhawks license plates

Illinois' secretary of state is encouraging Chicago Blackhawks fans to buy commemorative team license plates that support Illinois schools. Read More

Report: Sex abuse plagues Illinois youth prisons

A federal report shows that imprisoned Illinois youth face sexual abuse more than most other states, and the department's chief and a watchdog group are pressing for action. Read More

Lisa Madigan still considering 2014 run for governor

Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan says she is still "very seriously considering'' running for governor in 2014. Read More

Illinois, Massachusetts governors make NHL wager

The governors of Illinois and Massachusetts have made a wager on the National Hockey League finals featuring the Chicago Blackhawks and the Boston Bruins. Read More

Lincoln Home needs volunteers after budget cuts

Federal budget cuts mean the Lincoln Home National Historic Site in Springfield will be depending on more volunteers this summer. Read More

Quinn camp says focus is on issues, not politics

Gov. Pat Quinn's campaign says the Chicago Democrat is focused on working for the people of Illinois, not on politics. Read More

Medical marijuana raises questions for businesses

If Illinois becomes the 19th state to legalize medical marijuana, experts say there may be scores of legal questions for businesses. Read More