Noem slams Illinois' sanctuary laws, Pritzker accuses her of "performing for Fox News"
"Illinoisans are sending a clear message to Trump's lackeys that we will not let you mess with us without a resistance," Pritzker said.
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly announces Senate run
Rep. Robin Kelly has represented the 2nd District of Illinois in the House of Representatives since 2013.
Illinois Rep. Jan Schakowsky not running for reelection in 2026
U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky, who represents Illinois' 9th District, is retiring at the end of her term and will not run for reelection in 2026.
Arab American Family Services 1st to offer sexual assault services to community in IL
Arab American Family Services in Worth, Illinois, just became a certified rape crisis center, a first for an Arab American organization in this state.
Gov. JB Pritzker speaks in New Hampshire, calls for Dems to fight
The new tone Pritzker has struck has led some to believe a presidential run is indeed in the offing.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson slams former Mayor Rahm Emanuel and his policies
Johnson also took aim at Emanuel's future plans, which involve signals that he might want to run for office again.
Chicago curfew vote by city council postponed in favor of new plan
A possible compromise deal would allow Police Supt. Larry Snelling or individual district commanders to activate earlier curfews in real time as situations change.
Gov. Pritzker says sensitivity to security is "heightened" after arson in Pennsylvania
The man police said threw Molotov cocktails into the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence is now facing attempted murder and terrorism charges — among many others.
How Trump tariffs could affect Illinois families and industry
Illinois is one of the largest exporting states in the U.S. doing business with China, and tariffs could have deep and wide-ranging effects on Illinois industry.
Mayor Johnson sounds alarm on city budget, but critics say he's late to the game
Johnson wants early talks and open dialogue with other city leaders, but some members of the City Council said they've been sounding the same alarm for months.
Aurora, Illinois Mayor Richard Irvin concedes election to challenger John Laesch
Laesch has said he wants to lower debt in the city; invest in green energy; and improve street lights, curbs and water lines.
Suburban Chicago elections: Dodge wins in Orland Park; Biss reelected in Evanston
In northwest suburban Arlington Heights, three-term Mayor Tom Hayes did not run for a fourth term. Instead, voters picked village trustee Jim Tinaglia.
Arlington Heights, Aurora, Waukegan, and other Chicago suburbs to vote in mayoral race
Here is a breakdown of some high-profile races.
No love lost between Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin, challenger John Laesch
Next Tuesday, voters in Aurora, Illinois, will decide who will lead the state's second-largest city for the next four years.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addresses teachers' negotiations, sanctuary city testimony
The mayor had a few eyebrow-raising comments Tuesday.