Madigan's cost-shifting plan lurks after pension reform deal

Downstate Illinois school districts had better get used to the idea that they - and not the state -- will be responsible for picking up teacher pension costs. Read More

Illinois sees rise in food hardship

The rate of food hardship in Illinois is up slightly. Read More

Watchdog group says Illinois must address pensions

A Chicago-based watchdog group says Illinois must have a long-range plan to address its shaky finances, including the nation's worst pension problem. Read More

Emanuel says he'll seek 2nd term as Chicago mayor

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel plans on seeking re-election in 2015 and says he's not seeking higher office. Read More

Illinois bill would require police recording interrogations

Illinois lawmakers are considering requiring recording police interrogations of individuals suspected of a variety of felonies. Read More

Lt. Gov. Simon changes her mind on medical marijuana

Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon says she supports a bill that would allow the medical use of marijuana in Illinois. Read More

Disabled parking rules changing, new office to handle enforcement

A new department within Secretary of State Jesse White’s office is changing policies that affect disabled drivers. Read More

DCFS: Drowning dangers lie in unsupervised waterways

The Department of Children and Family Services wants to remind parents and caregivers of the constant need to supervise children around waterways. Read More

Illinois will lose $212M in unpaid sales taxes from online purchases this year

The state of Illinois has released a new estimate saying it will lose $212 million in unpaid sales taxes from online purchases during 2013. Read More

Last of Rita Crundwell's assets sold

Federal officials say they've sold the last of former Dixon Comptroller Rita Crundwell's tangible assets. Read More