Ill. Senate approves health-coverage exchange plan

The Illinois Senate has approved a measure that would create a state-governed ``insurance exchange'' so individuals and small businesses can shop for health care coverage as required by Pres Read More

New federal prosecutor nominated for Chicago

The Obama administration has named a private attorney and former federal prosecutor to head the U.S. attorney's office in Chicago. Read More

Senate OKs ban on cell phones while driving

The Illinois Senate has approved a plan that would ban the use of cell phones while driving. Read More

Sponsor: Gambling bill talks in final negotiations

The new sponsor of a plan to expand Illinois' gambling says legislation proposing five new casinos is in final negotiations. Read More

Concealed carry passes committee without local control

The newest concealed-carry legislation in the Illinois House has already moved out of a committee, with some lawmakers objecting to its pre-emption of home rule. Read More

Quinn offers compromise over bridge naming

What's in a name? A lot when it comes to the naming of a new bridge spanning the Mississippi River. Read More

Motorists urged to drive safely on holiday weekend

Buckle up, take your time and don't get behind the wheel if you've been drinking alcohol. Read More

New guns bill excludes parks, transit

Compromise Illinois House legislation to regulate the carrying of concealed weapons would ban guns in parks and on public transportation. Read More

Illinois drug court official faces drug charge

The U.S. Justice Department says a supervisor from a western Illinois drug court program has been charged with using his home to grow marijuana and make methamphetamine. Read More

Increased speed limit bill goes to Ill. governor

Legislation increasing the speed limit on interstate highways in Illinois to 70 mph is headed to Gov. Pat Quinn. Read More