Dillard questions Rauner's GOP credentials in governor's race

The early target in the race for the Republican primary for governor is the rich guy. Read More

Pension fight shows Democratic leader differences

The Democratic-controlled Illinois Legislature is scheduled to address pensions again this week during a special session, but it's unclear if a solution is in reach. Read More

Illinois motorcycle fatalities climb 13 percent

State figures show fatal motorcycle accidents are up 13 percent in Illinois. Read More

Universities offer partial Illinois pension fix

Illinois university employees would pay more toward their pensions and receive annual retirement-pay increases tied to inflation in a reform plan the Senate president supports. Read More

Topinka encourages openness, inclusion in Republican Party

Illinois Republicans, their former party chairwoman says, must be more flexible and inclusive. Read More

Ex-Congressman Jackson's lawyer seeks lenient sentence

Lawyers for Jesse Jackson Jr. assert in a court filing that the former Illinois congressman's mental health may worsen if he is given a lengthy prison sentence. Read More

Democrats to try again on Madigan's pension bill

Democratic leaders in the Illinois legislature have decided to try again to pass a pension-reform plan from House Speaker Michael Madigan. Read More

Survey: Illinoisans want immigration reform

A Republican group is touting a survey that purports to show strong support for immigration reform. Read More

Cleanup begins after storm, 1 weak tornado

Storms that moved across Illinois caused one weak, brief tornado northwest of Manteno in Kankakee County. Read More

AG Madigan wants 'kill switch' for smart phones

Attorney General Lisa Madigan wants smartphone manufacturers to develop a ``kill switch'' that would render stolen phones inoperable. Read More