The Latest Breaking News from Illinois

Madigan, the longtime Illinois House speaker, is charged with bribery and conspiracy. A lawmaker wants to ban his portrait from the House.

The law, which took effect Jan. 1, is amends another law passed in 2003 and is intended to hold employers accountable for failing to act on complaints of alleged misconduct.

A new Illinois law makes it illegal to interfere with, obstruct, or impede a picket line, demonstration, or protest. It isn't clear if this can be used against counter protesters. Another new state law says that independent contractors count as "newly hired employees" under the Unemployment Insurance Act. And another…

Investigators specializing in cold cases and missing people have discovered the identity of an Illinois woman who went missing in the 1970s

California, Illinois and Colorado among states implementing ‘red flag’ laws after US ends 2023 with more mass shootings than days

The Bears celebrated the New Year with a win over the Falcons (and landing the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft). Take a look at the best photos:

The leaders are departing at a crucial time: The Biden administration’s “30 for 30” goal calls for protecting 30% of our nation’s land and water by 2030.

Falcons vs. Bears: Best photos from Week 17 matchup in Chicago

After a lifetime of activism, a son of Jesse Jackson marks his first year as a politician representing Illinois

Here's a look at the Bears' updated roster heading into their Week 17 game vs. Falcons.

Primary meddling, dark money and self-funding loopholes help skew Illinois politics to favor moneyed candidates. But there are also solutions — like fighting big money with public funding of campaigns.