Illinois lawmakers debate a bill to regulate mink farms, citing public health concerns while farmers fear industry shutdown.

CHICAGO — After nearly five days of testimony, state Sen. Emil Jones III’s federal corruption trial appeared to be nearing its end Tuesday afternoon — until the senator unexpectedly took the witness ...

FBI prepares to rest its case in Sen. Emil Jones III bribery trial, highlighting secret recordings, intern payments, and ...

FBI mole details bribery scheme in Sen. Emil Jones III’s trial, with secret recordings and intern job at center stage.

A bill tightening homeschool rules stalls amid fierce opposition, edits, and a police probe into a death threat.

Illinois Senate passes Prisoner Review Board reform bill, increasing transparency and expanding victims’ rights.

Illinois House rejects bill expanding parole eligibility for youth offenders, despite prior reforms and debate.

Jurors hear FBI recordings in Sen. Emil Jones III’s bribery trial, featuring red-light camera deals and corruption claims.

Illinois lawmakers push for data center reporting to protect energy grids, environmental goals, and ratepayers.

Illinois Senate passes bills on cannabis searches, gun storage safety, and press protections for university public media.

Illinois universities face growing concern as international students lose visas amid federal crackdowns and secrecy.

Illinois lawmakers push bills on abortion access, student teacher stipends, college admissions, and anesthesia coverage.