Illinois CTA, Metra and Pace could be combined under new measure 3 hrs ago (The Center Square) – Democrat legislators have introduced the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act, which would establish a new, fully integrated agency to deliver transit service throughout northeastern Illinois.
Illinois Illinois news in brief: Mayor Johnson skips funeral at request of slain officer's mother 4 hrs ago Johnson skips funeral at mother's request
Illinois Study: Illinois one of the top states for gambling addiction 5 hrs ago (The Center Square) – Illinois is one of the top sports betting states in the country, but a new study says the state is a…
Illinois Illinois taxpayers to pay for climate education mandates Apr 28, 2024 (The Center Square) – Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, every public high school shall require a unit of instructi…
Illinois Illinois lawmakers may decide if Chicago Bears get public dollars for a new stadium Apr 28, 2024 (The Center Square) – Illinois lawmakers return to Springfield this week to resume the spring session, and the Chicago Bea…
Illinois Chicago police aim to reduce thefts and carjackings Apr 28, 2024 (The Center Square) – The Chicago Police Department says it has a strategy to address and prevent robberies.
Illinois SEIU announces 'unprecedented wage increases' for park district workers Apr 27, 2024 (The Center Square) – The Service Employees International Union is touting a tentative five-year labor agreement with the Chicago Park District.
Illinois Alderman looks to strip mayor’s authority to cancel ShotSpotter Apr 27, 2024 (The Center Square) – Chicago Ald. David Moore is fighting to strip Mayor Brandon Johnson of his unilateral authority to end the city’s contra…
Illinois Officials celebrate updates to O’Hare terminal Apr 26, 2024 (The Center Square) – Elected officials are celebrating the latest round of construction at O’Hare International Airport.
Illinois Illinois quick hits: Chicago man sentenced in stolen property scheme Apr 26, 2024 Chicago man sentenced in stolen property scheme
Illinois Researchers, governor release report on Black homelessness in Illinois Apr 26, 2024 (The Center Square) – Researchers from the University of Illinois joined Gov. J.B. Pritzker Thursday to release a report detailing the contrib…
Illinois Election confidence rattled after voter receives wrong ballot Apr 26, 2024 (The Center Square) – Amidst record-low voter turnout, a voter is saying she has no confidence in the Illinois election system after receiving…
Illinois Illinois quick hits: Two dead after RV collides with train Apr 26, 2024 Two dead after RV collides with train
Illinois Op-Ed: Progressives and conservatives can agree on poverty solutions Apr 25, 2024 Talking about poverty has historically stirred partisan tension and circular ideological debates. With more finger wagging than handshaking, l…
Illinois As legislators consider tax credits, Invest in Kids recipients linger Apr 25, 2024 (The Center Sqquare) – As legislators return for the final weeks of session, the budget will be top of mind, but there may also be more tax cr…
Illinois Illinois Treasurer, congressman want feds to release savings bond information Apr 25, 2024 (The Center Square) – Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs is working with U.S. Rep. Danny Davis, D-Chicago, to urge the U.S. Treasury to make …