An analysis of Chicago’s taxation and revenue in perspective

Gov. Bruce Rauner’s signature authorizing Belleville Township to dissolve highlights a flawed process that prevents consolidation in a state that desperately needs it.

New Tax Foundation study reveals that Illinoisans pay a second mortgage in property taxes.

City officials are pushing property-tax hikes, sales-tax hikes, and even a commuter tax and financial-transaction tax.

Local-government lobbying groups are using residents’ money to lobby for higher income taxes.