Illinois SNAP enrollment falls to another 13-year low
Illinois SNAP enrollment falls to another 13-year low
But the state’s error rate is fifth-highest in the country, which could bring costly penalties.
A cap on minimum lot sizes could help Illinois housing affordability
A cap on minimum lot sizes could help Illinois housing affordability
Housing for sale in the state remains far below pre-pandemic levels.
California vs. Illinois: Who’s more reckless with pensions?
California vs. Illinois: Who’s more reckless with pensions?
Gov. Gavin Newsom said no to a sweetener, while Gov. J.B. Pritzker added $11 billion to Chicago’s liabilities.
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Cook County to vote on non-binding ‘millionaires tax’ question
Cook County to vote on non-binding ‘millionaires tax’ question
An advisory referendum asks whether residents support an income tax surcharge on millionaires.
Illinois gerrymandering more extreme than Missouri map rejected by Supreme Court
Illinois gerrymandering more extreme than Missouri map rejected by Supreme Court
Common metrics show Illinois’ congressional map is more skewed than a failed attempt in Missouri was.
Illinois tax burden up $85.6 billion under Pritzker as he enacts 63 tax and fee hikes
Illinois tax burden up $85.6 billion under Pritzker as he enacts 63 tax and fee hikes
The past six fiscal years represent the six highest state tax burdens in Illinois in over 30 years.
3 problems remain in mayor’s revised Chicago renter ordinance
3 problems remain in mayor’s revised Chicago renter ordinance
The Protecting Renters Ordinance risks hurting affordability.
Running: CTU’s choice for CPS board president
Running: CTU’s choice for CPS board president
Illinois public college tuition 9th-highest in U.S. despite highest per-student spending
Illinois public college tuition 9th-highest in U.S. despite highest per-student spending
Every public university in Indiana charges less in tuition and fees than every one in Illinois.
Population loss could cost Illinois a second seat in Congress under Pritzker
Population loss could cost Illinois a second seat in Congress under Pritzker
Data suggest the state is on pace to lose a U.S. representative in 2030.
Who is running for Chicago school board in 2026?
Who is running for Chicago school board in 2026?
Chicago voters will determine who’s on the first fully elected Chicago Board of Education.
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.
How will Chicago address a projected $882 million budget deficit?
How will Chicago address a projected $882 million budget deficit?
Aldermen have warned Mayor Brandon Johnson what they will not support.