Independent Collin Corbett is pitching a centrist alternative to JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey in the governor's race.

Darren Bailey is shifting his campaign to Chicago after urging downstate Republicans to boost turnout in November.

JB Pritzker rallied voters across Illinois while emphasizing affordability and his opposition to Donald Trump.

JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey toured Illinois with starkly different campaign operations and strategies heading into fall.

Trump budget proposal could reduce federal funding for commercial flights serving three Illinois airports.

Illinois House Republicans launched a special investigating committee into Rep. Carol Ammons after she was indicted on 10 federal counts.

Illinois lawmakers are considering a bill that could ban future sales of Glock-style pistols in the state.

Article Summary Gov. JB Pritzker will present his eighth budget on Wednesday and outline a plan to deal with limited

Article Summary Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch said the Chicago Bears’ request for new money for a stadium is

Article Summary The General Assembly will return for the annual fall veto session from Oct. 14-16 and Oct. 28-30 with

Article Summary The Trump administration is planning to send 100 military troops to the Chicago area, according to Gov. JB

Article Summary Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials in Chicago canceled a meeting with Illinois Democratic members of Congress that was

Tribune veteran photographer Stacey Wescott details how she captured an image of an ex-Marine protesting in front of an ICE facility in Broadview that became a sensation on the internet.

Article Summary No Republican candidates have publicly announced they’re running for three statewide offices and just two have announced plans

Article Summary JB Pritzker and Illinois Democrats say they’ve delivered for middle class residents and that’s the blueprint their party

Article Summary Ted Dabrowski, the president of a conservative public policy research organization, said he plans to announce his campaign

Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi’s Senate run centers on economic opportunity, national security, and government accountability.

Christian Mitchell joins JB Pritzker's 2026 ticket, citing shared goals, ethics reform, and affordability focus.

Illinois cut $14M in housing funds as homelessness rises 116%, drawing concern from advocates and state lawmakers.

Gov. Pritzker defends Illinois immigration policy in heated House hearing as protests and political drama escalate.

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Speaker Welch removes Rep. Fred Crespo as budget chair and from the caucus for bypassing leadership during budget talks.

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Illinois faces withheld USDA funds impacting food programs and farmers. Gov. Pritzker warns of further budget cuts.

Lawmakers debate mass transit reforms as Chicago-area agencies face a $771M funding gap, pushing for oversight and operational changes.

Gov. Pritzker unveils a $55.2B budget, balancing spending without tax hikes while addressing federal funding uncertainties.

Gov. JB Pritzker faces a $3.2 billion deficit as he unveils Illinois' budget, tackling spending priorities and federal funding cuts.

Capitol News Illinois reporter Hannah Meisel is covering the corruption trial of ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan.

Gov. Pritzker criticizes Trump on national issues, defends Illinois policies, and hints at future presidential ambitions.

Illinois lawmakers react to Madigan's corruption conviction, with calls for reform and accountability, and the focus shifting to the future.

Illinois joins a lawsuit against Trump's federal spending freeze, citing unconstitutional action that threatens vital programs.

Gov. Pritzker criticizes Trump’s policies, executive orders, and ties with tech billionaires during his inauguration.

Chicago's transit agency leaders spent the past year rejecting the idea of consolidation in exchange for more funding. The Regional Transit Authority now proposes a middle route, asking lawmakers to g...

* Gov. JB Pritzker talked to reporters today in Normal. Isabel was there as well… Q: First, your reaction to House Bill 4293 not being called in the House. And secondly, why do you think you and your team were unable to whip the support needed for the…

Illinois lawmakers hope to advance "Karina's Bill" after the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling Friday upholding a federal law that blocks people with domestic violence orders of protection from owning guns.

After a deadly tornado in Edwardsville, Illinois mandates tornado shelters in warehouses to enhance worker safety.