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

U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly is the second Democrat to step into the 2026 primary race to succeed U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin. Kelly, a resident of south suburban Matteson, has represented Illinois’ 2 nd ...

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.

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 ...

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

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

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

Gov. Pritzker urges mass mobilization against Trump’s agenda during national appearances and virtual town hall.

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