As budget tightens, report finds Illinois better prepared for recession than in recent past
A report highlights Illinois' improved fiscal position, credit ratings, and economic strategies to better manage future recessions compared to past...
Statehouse ReporterBen joined CNI in November 2024 as a Statehouse reporter covering the General Assembly from Springfield and other events happening around state government. He previously covered Illinois government for The Daily Line following time in McHenry County with the Northwest Herald. Ben is also a graduate of the University of Illinois Springfield PAR program. He is a lifelong Illinois resident and is originally from Mundelein. Contact Ben
A report highlights Illinois' improved fiscal position, credit ratings, and economic strategies to better manage future recessions compared to past...
The smell of raw cannabis is probable cause to search a vehicle, according to the Illinois Supreme Court. The court...
RFK Jr.'s HHS nomination raises concerns about vaccine skepticism, fluoridation, and food safety regulations, with potential impacts on Illinois policies.
The Illinois State Board of Elections certified the 2024 results, highlighting a decline in turnout and voting behavior changes.
Judicial Watch appeals to the Supreme Court, seeking to overturn Illinois’ law allowing mail-in ballots to be counted up to...
The Illinois General Assembly passed legislation to eliminate subminimum wages for disabled workers by 2030, pending the governor's approval.
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit under Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) after a recent amendment clarified damages limits...
Illinois' Medical Debt Relief Pilot Program has eliminated $72M in debt to date, aiming for $1B in relief for residents.
The Illinois Senate postponed a decision on a bill to prohibit carbon injections near aquifers, following concerns about environmental risks...
A $3.2 billion projected budget deficit sparked debate over spending priorities as lawmakers returned to Springfield for their fall session.