If Illinois adopted Virginia’s spending habits along with policies that can reduce costs and raise home values, the Prairie State could vastly reduce the property tax burden that Illinois homeowners currently face.

The $3.6 billion tax hike would cost the typical Illinois family $665 in additional income taxes.

High property tax bills are squeezing family budgets across Illinois.

Local realtors are having a difficult time convincing clients not only to move to the county, but to stay.

Local leaders are putting taxpayers on the hook for a development gamble.

Residents in Madison and St. Clair counties find themselves fleeced by lawmakers' failure to control state finances.

A joint service agreement between two fire departments could save Lake Bluff more than $500,000 over five years, once fully implemented. The plan would be a welcome change of pace for residents, as Lake County homeowners pay some of the highest property taxes in the nation.