An Illinois state legislator introduced a bill that would freeze local government property tax levies at the 2025 amount for levy years 2026-2030. State Rep. Brad Halbrook, R-Shelbyville, sponsors House Bill 1497 and said nearly every local government needs to figure out how to save money,

The unemployment rate in Illinois increased between the end of 2023 and the end of 2024, according to the latest job data. Still, Illinois saw an increase in jobs during that same time, a 56,000 net increase.

The Downriver shopping mall has struggled with financial challenges over the past decade, Taylor city officials say.

The sesquicentennial (150-year, upper left) and centennial (upper right) designs for the Illinois state flag are candidates for adoption. The lower two flags are new designs, including the one in the lower right that simply adds stripes to the current standard.

Analyzing Sunday’s Northwestern at Illinois odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Rutgers' dramatic win over Illinois Sunday on criteria was its first win over a top 10 team in more than 6 years.

The body of a woman missing from Quincy, Illinois, was discovered Thursday near Hannibal in Marion County, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. "Her smile lit up any room," said Portia Rowland's girlfriend, Sarah Shafer. "She was gorgeous, smart. She literally is the best person on Earth."

The “non-regulatory guidance” on immigration enforcement actions was issued two days after President Trump was inaugurated for his second term.

Julian Reese had 27 points and 17 rebounds and Derik Queen scored 25 points to lead Maryland to a 91-70 victory over No. 17 Illinois.

Increased costs – from higher Medicaid, K-12 education and pension costs – could negate potential positives from adding population, experts say.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - Deportation flights have reportedly begun as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) increases operations across the country, prompting Illinois and Chicago law enforcement agencies to assess their approach to ICE activities within the state.

A civil liberties group is concerned that state Sen. Terri Bryant is encouraging prison workers to circumvent the state’s sanctuary law.