Chicago State Univ. wants presidential library

A public university on Chicago's South Side is vying to become the home of President Barack Obama's presidential library after he leaves office. Read More

Kirk: Immigrant soldiers should be citizens

U.S. Sen. Mark S. Kirk (R-Ill.) is working on an amendment to whatever immigration reform bill comes up for a vote. Read More

Gambling expansion advances from key House panel

A plan to expand gambling in Illinois has advanced out of a key House committee. Read More

Some Illinois fields still too wet for planting

Wet conditions are still hobbling Illinois farmers. Read More

Illinois high-volume 'fracking' under way

State records indicate that high-volume oil drilling already has begun in Illinois, even in the absence of regulations. Read More

Black caucus member announces gay marriage support

Another undecided lawmaker is announcing his support of gay marriage. Read More

Illinois lawmakers moving forward with $35B budget

The Democrat-controlled Legislature is expected to move forward with a new state budget, despite Republican concerns they're spending too much. Read More

House approves cellphone ban, heads to gov's desk

A proposal that would ban the use of cellphones while driving in Illinois is headed to Gov. Pat Quinn's desk. Read More

Hospital license fee may get new vote in House

A bill to collect a new licensing fee from Illinois hospitals to improve patient safety may be on its way back to the House floor. Read More

Medicaid expansion heads to Illinois governor

Illinois lawmakers have approved a historic expansion of Medicaid to cover low-income adults without children. Read More