Red-light cameras generated lots of traffic ticket revenue for local government without proof they made roads safer. One Illinois House bill would ban them from certain municipalities, but another would ban them statewide.

An investigation into the office of a former township official concluded with no criminal charges. But the probe did find evidence that calls into question the merits of township governance.

State Rep. Jerry Costello, D-Smithton, has joined the fight against a progressive tax hike in Illinois.

The appearance of patronage hires in some McHenry County townships highlights consolidation efforts at the state and local level.

A House bill that would allow communities to consolidate local township governments has earned support from both parties – and the opposition of township officials.

Protecting taxpayers by ensuring they’re getting a state government they can afford? That’s friendly.