Head of Ill. gaming board opposed to gambling bill

Supporters of gambling expansion are refining legislation to improve its chances, but the Illinois Gaming Board chairman still has major concerns. Read More

Manchester shooting victims identified

State Police Thursday morning released the names of the five victims shot to death in Manchester Wednesday. Read More

UIC building $3.4M bioscience research facility

The University of Illinois has a bio-science laboratory under construction. Read More

Senate bill would increase state's speed limit on highways

Interstate highways in Illinois could see an increase in the speed limit. Read More

Illinois Senate advances 'puppy lemon' law

Consumers who buy a new dog or cat only to find out it has a serious disease or ailment would have a new form of recourse under an Illinois Senate proposal. Read More

Illinois county recorders to split $3.3 million settlement

Illinois' 102 county recorders will split $3.3 million from the settlement of a national mortgage lawsuit. Read More

Opponents call medical marijuana bill dangerous

A group opposing legalized medical marijuana says there are dangers in allowing patients access to the drug. Read More

Bill Daley to decide on governor run in 60 days

Former White House chief of staff Bill Daley says he'll decide in the next two months if he will run for Illinois governor. Read More

Illinois cracks down on social media 'flash mobs'

Anyone convicted of using social media to plan or incite a mob attack could face tougher punishment under legislation approved by the Illinois Senate. Read More

Prisoner charged in third Menard murder

For the third time in as many months, the death of a Menard prison inmate has resulted in a murder charge. Read More