As gay marriage vote nears, frustration mounts

Black lawmakers undecided on gay marriage are feeling increasing pressure as a vote nears, but are keeping mum on their plans. Read More

Assets of Illinois tuition savings plans top $5 billion

Two Illinois college tuition investment programs have seen their assets grow substantially in the past two years. Read More

Senators expected to discuss pension plans

State senators are poised to take up proposals dealing with Illinois' unprecedented pension debt. Read More

Liability auto insurance could increase in Illinois

The minimum required coverage for liability auto insurance may soon increase. Read More

Ill. gun sponsor skeptical of deal with Senate

The top gun-rights advocate in the Illinois House is skeptical that Senate Democrats will return with an agreeable compromise on the carrying of concealed weapons. Read More

Univ. of Illinois to insure student sex changes

University of Illinois trustees have changed the student health insurance plan at the Chicago campus to cover sex-change surgery. Read More

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