New laws cover everything from fins to Facebook

Around 150 new Illinois laws take effect on Jan. 1, ranging from bans on the possession of shark fins to prohibitions on employers asking job applicants for their social-media passwords. Read More

State school superintendent: Pension shift not a welcome solution

The New Year at the statehouse will, in one way or another, include discussions about pensions. Read More

Hospitals, insurers back Illinois Medicaid expansion

Illinois lawmakers are facing two critical decisions over how to fully carry out President Barack Obama's health care overhaul. Read More

Chicago parking meters will be US's most expensive

Chicago soon will have the nation's most expensive downtown parking meters. Read More

Injured Marine's family home vandalized

Vandals have struck the family home of an injured Marine visiting his southwestern Illinois relatives for the Christmas holidays. Read More

Christmas sales lagging behind expected numbers

Christmas is over, and the retail stores are not celebrating. Read More

Southern Illinois begins cleanup after 18 inches of snow

The cleanup is under way in portions of Southern Illinois following this week's heavy snowfall. Read More

Blizzard warning issued for Southern Illinois

A winter storm is hitting southern Illinois, leaving roads covered in snow and ice and prompting officials to urge residents to stay home if they can. Read More

Illinois gun makers ponder weapons ban response

Illinois gun manufacturers are developing a strategy to address calls for a state assault weapons ban. Read More

Quinn says 'ample time' for Illinois pension deal

Gov. Pat Quinn says lawmakers should have plenty of time to deal with pension reform and other major issues during a shortened lame duck session. Read More