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Johnson passes blame for Chicago crime to predecessor Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed the issue of crime in the city Thursday, attributing the problem to previous administrations. Johnson's re...

(The Center Square) - Several new laws go into effect on July 1 in Illinois, many of which were controversial when adopted. Tipped workers in Chicago who make less than minimum wage will see an increa...

(The Center Square) - Given Illinois' economic environment, lawmakers are concerned that proposed record-keeping mandates will further burden the small business community in the state. House Bill 3763...

(The Center Square) - Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order to create a Reparations Task Force. Johnson said he was proud to sign the order to develop a Black Reparations Agenda....

(The Center Square) - A measure that allows for your driver's license to be digitalized is on its way to the governor for his signature. State Rep. Kam Buckner, carried House Bill 4592, an initiative ...

Connect Transit will be providing a cooling station on the days listed below due to the anticipated extreme heat. The cooling station will be set up in the McLean County Health Department parking lot ...

Illinois GOP chair resigns Illinois state GOP Chairman Don Tracy resigned Wednesday, ending a more than three-year run. In his resignation letter, Tracy said his decision was in part because he spent ...

(The Center Square) - The Chicago Police Department says 127 juveniles have been victims of gun violence in the city this year. Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling said we have to think about...

Pizza Huts closingPizza Hut, with numerous locations in Illinois, may be in financial trouble. A Pizza Hut franchisee just closed 15 locations without warning and more may be on the way.EYM Group owns...

(The Center Square) - A veteran Illinois lawmaker is in opposition to recently introduced legislation that would make it a crime for government officials to knowingly fly an upside down flag on govern...