Former Illinois Sen. Charles Percy Dies At 91
Former Sen. Charles H. Percy, a successful Chicago businessman once widely viewed as a top presidential contender, described himself as "a conservative on money issues but a liberal on people issues."
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Former Sen. Charles H. Percy, a successful Chicago businessman once widely viewed as a top presidential contender, described himself as "a conservative on money issues but a liberal on people issues."
The head of the City Colleges of Chicago says she is seeing small signs of progress, as she and the system's leadership try to reverse some disturbing trends at the community colleges.
Illinois State Rep. Jack Franks (D-Woodstock) believes easing of trade restrictions with Cuba could pump hundreds of millions of dollars into the state's economy.
Mayor Rahm Emanuel is expected to propose Friday that all enroll in his wellness program, or literally pay up.
A well-known Waukegan business owner who once ran for mayor has been charged with starting the massive fire that destroyed a vacant Salvation Army warehouse in May.
A Democratic-controlled remap of Illinois Congressional districts could spur a challenge to incumbent Jesse Jackson Jr. CBS 2's Derrick Blakley talks with his potential challenger.
Gov. Pat Quinn is leaving for China on Friday, in hopes of bolstering the state's economic relationship with the country.
A band of ministers promises to return in larger numbers Monday so Gov. Pat Quinn will be sure to hear their plea for work to begin as soon as possible on a third airport in Peotone.
There are millions of dollars in homeowners exemptions given to Illinois property owners -- tax breaks that some don't deserve. That means everyone else is paying more than their fair share of taxes.
A Cook County judge ruled Wednesday that Congressman Joe Walsh must prove that he made nearly $100,000 in child-support payments as part of his ongoing legal dispute with his ex-wife, Laura Walsh.
Mayor Rahm Emanuel is set to announce plans to put 114 Chicago Police officers back on the street, redeploying them from specialized units and administrative posts.
Labor and management leaders found a way to be on the same side – in favor of federal highway dollars staying in the inbound lanes into Illinois.
Four African-American civil rights groups are trying to join Illinois Democrats in the legal defense of a newly drawn legislative district map.
Retired Mayor Richard M. Daley is losing half of his bodyguard contingent, according to a published report.
A familiar candidate is throwing his hat into the ring again, this time for the Illinois State Senate.
