After years of sharp partisan differences, Illinois senators overwhelmingly approved a new spending plan Thursday, paving the way for a full budget to be in place ahead of the next fiscal year for the...
State Democrats who represent Evanston are frustrated with Gov. Bruce Rauner’s indecision on vetoing an abortion bill, but are hopeful it will pass.
In April, Rauner expressed his intention to veto...
Bills introduced last week by two state lawmakers who represent small parts of Evanston would legalize recreational marijuana in Illinois.
The two bills — one introduced by state Rep. Kelly Cassidy...
Illinois lawmakers passed a bill Tuesday that would require all elementary schools and daycare centers to test water sources for lead.
The bill would mandate lead testing in all public and private elementary...
The Illinois Senate passed emergency relief funding for public colleges, community services and other unfunded areas Wednesday as programs struggle to function as usual on month nine without a budget....
