Illinois prison wardens concerned about inmate population

Former Illinois prison wardens have reservations about the state's handling of the inmate population. Read More

Quinn urges eligible taxpayers to file for credit

Gov. Pat Quinn wants taxpayers to take advantage of a newly expanded tax credit. Read More

Woman accused of biting off boyfriend's tongue

Prosecutors in northern Illinois say a domestic quarrel ended with a woman biting off a large portion of her boyfriend's tongue. Read More

Report: Child injuries, deaths increase despite drop in product recalls

The number of children’s product recalls is declining, but the number of incidents, injuries and death is up. Read More

Gay marriage bill faces more opposition in Illinois House than Senate

People against same-sex marriage in Illinois should be more in evidence when the issue comes up in the House than they were when it passed the Senate Thursday. Read More

Halvorson optimistic about winning Jesse Jackson, Jr.'s vacant seat in Congress

Former U.S. Rep. Debbie Halvorson believes her chances of winning Jesse Jackson Jr.'s vacant U.S. House seat have just been given a boost. Read More

Illinois job outlook positive for medical, manufacturing

Illinois' growing medical industry and its old-standby, manufacturing, may be the best places to look for a job this year. But experts say some of the positions will require higher levels of educ Read More

Home fire safety urged during late winter months

The Illinois State fire marshal is urging residents to take steps this winter to avoid fires caused by cooking and heating. Read More

Illinois State Crime Commissions promoting boxing for troubled kids

The Illinois State Crime Commission is promoting boxing as a way to keep troubled kids out of trouble. Read More

Jesse Jackson, Jr. charged; Wife signs plea deal over tax fraud

An attorney for former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.'s wife says the couple has supported each other through the legal ordeal that led to federal charges. Read More