How do I register to vote in Illinois?
How do I register to vote in Illinois?
Registering to vote in Illinois can be confusing. Here is what you need to know to make sure your voice is heard this Election Day.
How do I verify my vote was counted in Illinois?
How do I verify my vote was counted in Illinois?
If you voted early or will vote by mail, it’s more important than ever to verify your vote was counted.
More than 10,000 bills. Only 32 provided a cost estimate.
More than 10,000 bills. Only 32 provided a cost estimate.
Lawmakers filed more than 10,000 bills in the 104th Illinois General Assembly. Of those, nearly 6,860 could have unknown costs for taxpayers.
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson running for reelection
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson running for reelection
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is seeking a second term, officially joining the growing field of candidates in the 2027 Chicago mayoral election.
Aurora voters could get power to recall mayor, at-large aldermen
Aurora voters could get power to recall mayor, at-large aldermen
Almost 9,000 signatures from residents could put two binding referendum questions on the ballot to establish recall procedures.
Because of pensions, Chicago pays $157 for $100 of payroll
Because of pensions, Chicago pays $157 for $100 of payroll
A history of financial mismanagement has left the city putting in 57% of covered payroll for pensions, but even that’s not enough.
Illinois’ top 50 state pensioners averaged $437,000 each last year
Illinois’ top 50 state pensioners averaged $437,000 each last year
184 pensioners in Illinois’ five state-run systems received enough in 2025 to put them in the top 5% of U.S. income earners.
How much has the Chicago Teachers Union spent on Chicago school board candidates?
How much has the Chicago Teachers Union spent on Chicago school board candidates?
As of Sept. 1, the CTU had spent almost $236,000 on eight candidates running for Chicago Public Schools’ first fully elected school board.
Skokie zoning reform would make home renovations easier
Skokie zoning reform would make home renovations easier
Homeowners in the suburb could soon have more freedom to renovate their homes without being forced to add parking spaces.
What is the Education Freedom Tax Credit and how can it benefit Illinois students?
What is the Education Freedom Tax Credit and how can it benefit Illinois students?
The Education Freedom Tax Credit, also known as the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit, will give Illinois students access to donor money if the state opts into the program.
Illinois’ post-COVID recovery in home listings lags the nation
Illinois’ post-COVID recovery in home listings lags the nation
U.S. housing for sale is nearly back to pre-pandemic numbers, but Illinois is still way behind.
Pritzker: Jobs Growth Poison
Pritzker: Jobs Growth Poison
Pritzker’s record: Governor signs nearly 400 bills, vetoes just one
Pritzker’s record: Governor signs nearly 400 bills, vetoes just one
The governor does not use his veto authority to advocate for Illinoisans.