While Quad Cities geography connects East Moline and the Iowa cities of Davenport and Bettendorf, Illinois’ abundance of school districts means their administrative environments are worlds apart. By consolidating duplicative administrative bodies, East Moline could generate taxpayer savings.

A landmark case on worker freedom could have positive effects on Illinois’ fiscal health, according to a leading ratings agency.

Tim Mapes is also in line for a six-figure pension.

As part of a large and growing property tax bill, Springfield area taxpayers have to bail out the Bank of Springfield Center.

With pension debt straining city finances, local politicians have insisted on turning to its declining population for more tax revenue.