Illinois regains access to $77M in pandemic education funds after a federal judge blocks Trump administration order.

U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly joins the 2026 Senate race to replace Dick Durbin, setting up a primary clash with Pritzker allies.

A new report urges lawmakers to fix Illinois’ community college transfer system, citing credit issues and student debt.

Illinois Senate Democrats split over Gov. Pritzker’s plan to let community colleges offer four-year degrees in key fields.

Illinois' proposed overhaul of university funding meets pushback from U of I, which says the plan could hurt flagship ...

Former Illinois Gov. George Ryan dies at 91, remembered for his death penalty moratorium and corruption conviction.

A retired U.S. Army first lieutenant, Gerend was among the 200 people who gathered outside the McHenry Veterans Affairs ...

CHATHAM — The driver of a vehicle involved in a deadly crash Monday at an after-school program formerly worked for the ...

Thousands rally in Chicago on May Day for immigrant, labor, LGBTQ+, and women’s rights amid growing opposition to Trump ...

“There are decades of research that supports that after-school programs improve school day performance, grades and attendance ...

Illinois lawmakers near a transit funding reform deal as tensions rise with the RTA over oversight and spending.

Illinois honors nine fallen police officers while officials call for changes to laws they say put communities and officers at ...