A one-of-a-kind state park in downstate Illinois could be in danger of closing its gates…
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Cuts Have Circuit Clerks Calling Foul
For anyone who’s paid a traffic ticket, filed a lawsuit in small claims court or…
Chicago Public Schools May Create Violence Hotline
With three months remaining in the school year, there have been 118 shootings involving Chicago…
Child Bike Helmet Proposals Face Opposition
It’s an iconic American image – kids hopping on their two-wheelers and skidding through the…
Nonprofits, Watchdog Groups Push for Tax Increase
As Illinois struggles with a $13 billion deficit — one of the worst in the…
Illinois Senate Approves Changes to Legislative Scholarship Program
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Senate unanimously approved legislation Wednesday that would make some changes to…
Steans Wins Big Amidst Quiet Controversy in the 7th
Incumbent state Sen. Heather Steans easily held onto her 7th District seat in Tuesday’s Democratic…
State Deficit Drains Before- and After School Programs in Chicago
With the Illinois state budget deep in the red, it’s not just schools that are…