An Illinois House panel advances a bill increasing homeschool oversight, sparking a heated debate over parental rights.

The U.S. DOJ has launched an investigation into Illinois’ treatment of people with disabilities, focusing on state-run ...

Illinois lawmakers push to ensure foster children move placements with luggage, not trash bags, but a key bill stalls.

Illinois lawmakers advance a bill to enhance human trafficking training and improve coordination across state agencies.

Illinois lawmakers push for restrictions on search warrants, aiming to ban "no-knock" entries and set execution limits.

Erin Drumm is a student in the Medill Illinois News Bureau, a program at the Medill School of Journalism that provides local ...

Illinois lawmakers advance a bill to ban cell phone use in classrooms, aiming to reduce distractions and improve focus.

Family of murdered Chicago boy sues Illinois agencies, citing systemic failures in parole and law enforcement oversight.

Illinois community colleges see an 8.9% enrollment increase, surpassing 285,000 students, marking a third year of growth.

Federal funding cuts threaten Illinois fair housing groups, raising concerns over discrimination protections for tenants.

Illinois lawmakers debate legalizing internet gambling (iGaming) as the state's gambling industry warns of risks to casinos.

A high-speed 100-mile police chase in Sangamon County raises concerns over pursuit policies and public safety risks.