Illinois News
Illinois Senate passes energy deal governor says falls short
Union and business groups have expressed concerns about the loss of jobs and the reliability of the electric grid while some consumers groups worry about rate hikes.
Politics
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Illinois News
School settles lawsuit by pro-gun rights student for $35K
The student was 16 and a junior at the time. She argued that her rights to free speech, due process, and equal protection were violated by school officials.
Illinois Politics
Illinois Dems set to OK new legislative maps over criticism
"At each opportunity in this redistricting process, it's as if lawmakers went out of their way to ensure the creation of these maps had as little public input as possible," said Jay Young, executive director of Common Cause Illinois.
World News
Kabul Airport Attack Kills 60 Afghans, 13 US Troops
The blasts came hours after Western officials warned of a major attack, urging people to leave the airport. But that advice went largely unheeded by Afghans desperate to escape the country.
Politics
The Illinois Service Men and Women Killed in Afghanistan
No comment. No politics. Just names.
Politics
Who in Adam Kinzinger's 16th District is Donating to Adam Kinzinger?
His finances dwarf all potential challengers, but we wanted to find out who is donating to his reelection campaign from his own 16th District.
Opinion & Comment
Opinion: Surprise! He's Running.
As expected, J.B. Pritzker is running for re-election.
Opinion & Comment
Opinion: It's Long Past Time to Shrink Chicago's City Council
As we approach the 100th Anniversary of its current format, it's time to make changes and restructure Chicago's City Council.
Opinion & Comment
Opinion: Did Mayor Lightfoot and Superintendent Brown's public comments about Keegan Casteel go too far?
Could those comments put Chicago taxpayers on the hook for a lawsuit?
Opinion & Comment
Opinion: A Day on the DuSable Riverwalk
This is not hard but for every step forward a Chicago politician needs to take two steps back.
Opinion & Comment
Opinion: Lori Lightfoot Jumps the Shark
What, exactly, did you expect from the self-described triple-threat?
Opinion & Comment
Opinion: There Are Only Victims Here
Welcome to another tragedy, brought to you by Chicago leadership. Produced and paid for by the people of Chicago.