The election this Nov. 3 is often referred to as the “midterm” because it takes place in the middle of a presidential term. It is an accurate enough description — both in terms of timing and nat...

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Consumers’ resources are considerably more limited than investors’ appetites for healthy profit margins.

Many residents knew carbon monoxide could be dangerous at high levels. But far fewer knew about the health risks posed by nitrogen dioxide.

If Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoes the City Council’s prudent measure to restrain debt issuance, they should override.

"Your Voice That Bridges The Area Communities Together."

Being an educated, informed citizen can and should incorporate understanding how and where public agencies put tax dollars to work.

"Gov. JB Pritzker is in the news again. No, it’s not about our record-breaking, largest in state history, $56 billion budget or our skyrocketing property taxes. This time, it’s actually some good...

Structural fiscal problems can only be redressed through long-term, structural reforms, which are politically difficult to champion.

As mayor of a community that has hosted data centers for more than 25 years, I have seen data center investments produce substantial revenue.

Republicans left standing after the midterms will likely have to rebuild. We hope they lay a firmer foundation than the one that’s eroding under their feet at present.

The president of a mental health center says quality outpatient therapy can be effective in suicide prevention; funding needed.

Hopefully, informed voters can understand the difference between typical tactics and a candidate who’s either way out of their depth or flagrantly disregarding reality to win an election.

He’s tried writing about Illinois-related issues and problems. He’s tried running for public office, finishing second in the March GOP gubernatorial primary. Now, he’s focused on organizing local...

Influencers are promoting politicians, and outside organizations are spending millions trying to shape what voters think.

Every Chicagoan can use this data and research to consider the strengths of the city’s school system and what more is needed.

The Illinois Gaming Board says the state has around 9,000 licensed video gaming locations with about 49,000 installed terminals.

As summer comes to a close, many families, businesses and communities across the 40th District are still recovering from an extraordinary year of severe weather.

The Republican challenger discusses the campaign with Sam. 

It’s time once again to dive into another round of quick takes on the people, places and events that were being talked about during the past week.

Illinois took a strong step in July toward monitoring and controlling the risks of artificial intelligence development. This week, Gov. JB Pritzker signed an executive order that may appear to be a lo...

This week on The Workers’ Mic, Powered by the NCL, Ed Maher and Phil Davidson kick off the show by reflecting on their live recording at Cork and Kerry At The Park. Then, E…

The Tribune Editorial Board endorses Jessica Biggs to be Chicago’s first-ever elected school board president.

Centrists may not claim to usher in new eras in American economic and political life, but they are working to solve problems.

Violence prevention in Chicago cannot be rebuilt from scratch every time the fifth floor changes occupants.

As Illinois school districts finalize policies, this is an ideal time for parents to model imitable cellphone behavior.

Republican Jeff Wilson is hoping to make Illinois' 13th congressional district red again. Running against incumbent Nikki Budzinski, the former Champaign County Board member makes his case.

Voters who signed up to receive mail-in ballots got notifications from election authorities and folks in some jurisdictions could take advantage of in-person early vote opportunities.

The Chicago Tribune Editorial Board’s tradition of making political endorsements is a cornerstone of this newspaper’s history.

Nearly four years after social-justice legislation abolishing the cash bail system was passed, the law remains a source of deep controversy within the judicial system.

While losing the Bears to Indiana would devastate the state’s tax base and pride, some state lawmakers are OK with it, because they admit their allegiance is to the City of Chicago more than the State...

The victim, along with several other state leaders, say the House speaker has to change the workplace culture.

Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski is looking to represent Illinois' 13th district for a third term. She discusses what's been accomplished for the district so far and what her future plans are if given the...

People held in Illinois’ 90 county jails are virtually all presumed innocent. As a society, we are obligated to keep them safe and healthy.

As much as this is an election for a new board, it’s also a referendum on the job the CTU is doing, both on the Fifth Floor and in classrooms across the city.

Obesity has been seen as something patients could overcome through lifestyle changes rather than recognized for what it is, a chronic disease.

Federal charges have been filed against four managers of a Southern Illinois coal mine. This stems from a fire back in 2021. The men are accused of failing to evacuate their people — and then covering...

In the early 1970's, a young filmmaker named Barbara Kopple heard a story on NPR about leadership elections for the United Mine Workers of America, which was among the strongest labor unions in the United...

Democrats — state and national — are engaged in two political fights.

In 2024, Republican Darin LaHood was re-elected unopposed in Illinois’ 16th district. This year, he has a challenger. Democrat Paul Nolley discusses what he brings to the table.

As a gerontologist living in Chicago and someone who grew up in Whiteside County, I have spent my career thinking about what older adults need to live healthy, secure, and meaningful lives.

Aside from life lessons in persistence, I tend to be more interested in situations where lawmakers pursue the same ends with new means.

Initiative will test a new model for bringing Chicagoans together for informed, constructive dialogue about the issues shaping the city's future

When a candidate is only willing to speak into the echo chamber, that’s a bad sign.

Really? We’re “debating” whether Caleb Williams is tough?

Illinois is a prominent “pro-choice” state, but in two distinct ways.

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