Quinn wants pension reform vote before gambling expansion vote

Some lawmakers doubt there will be movement on pensions before the end of the year. Read More

Quinn addresses Illinois Farm Bureau

Gov. Pat Quinn spoke to the state's farmers during the Illinois Farm Bureau Annual Meeting in Chicago Sunday. Read More

Final days of veto session to set stage for Jan.

Gov. Pat Quinn says he doesn't expect a deal to expand gambling in Illinois before lawmakers address a pension overhaul. Read More

Election for ex-U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson's seat April 9

The special election to replace former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. will be held April 9. Read More

Campaign to send cards to Illinois service members

The director of the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs is encouraging people to send holiday cards expressing their support to U.S. service members. Read More

DOC guard's arrest report lacks info

The report an Illinois Department of Corrections prison guard was required to submit after his drunk-driving arrest in February lacks important details. Read More

Health officials urge residents to get flu shots

State health officials are urging Illinois residents to get flu shots. Read More

Illinois ranks 48 out of 50 on fiscal management list

An annual report on how states are financially managed puts Illinois near the bottom of the list. Read More

Illinois Senate approves resolution against ICC rate cuts

The Illinois Senate has passed a resolution calling on the Illinois Commerce Commission to follow the rules set by legislation to implement the smart grid. Read More

A bill limiting local recycling efforts is dead

The “plastic bag bill” is staying vetoed. Read More