Illinois lost millions on lottery privatization, lawmaker says

The Illinois lottery, one lawmaker says, has filled the state with losers. Read More

Illinois Lottery private manager faces penalty for missing profit targets

State officials say the Illinois Lottery's private operator faces a $20 million penalty because it fell $66 million short of its promised profits. Read More

Blind workers staff Illinois call center

An Illinois government agency's call center is now being staffed by people who are blind or visually impaired. Read More

Quinn: Improvement needed with Lottery's manager

Gov. Pat Quinn says there's need for improvement after the private manager of the Illinois Lottery fell short of promised profits. Read More

Lawmakers debate: Should school officials know if a student has HIV or AIDS?

If a school-age child has AIDS, who needs to know? Read More

Lawmakers seek to probe heroin use among teens

Drug use among teenagers is not a new thing, but, according to State Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Round Lake Beach, more of them are turning to heroin. Read More

Closer Look: Quinn job stats mixed under scrutiny

Gov. Pat Quinn has made jobs a regular feature of his recent speeches. Read More

Governor talks anti-violence at Chicago churches

Gov. Pat Quinn says houses of worship are an effective place to address anti-violence on Chicago's streets. Read More

Illinois AG warns of tax-refund fees and loans

The Illinois attorney general's office is warning the public to be on the lookout for the high cost of tax-refund anticipation products. Read More

Illinois mortgage assistance program increases aid to families

Illinois homeowners facing foreclosure may soon be eligible for up to $35,000 in mortgage assistance. Read More