State Rep. Martin McLaughlin wants a statue of the new pope at the Illinois statehouse, paid for in part with a commemorative license plate.

The City of Bloomington will use the funding to expand the Constitution Trail to southeast Bloomington.

‘Anna’s Law’ cleared both chambers of General Assembly unanimously

Across Illinois, about 70% of days spent in nursing home care are covered by Medicaid, making it the largest insurance payer for this type of coverage, according to state officials. Advocates worry the proposed cuts will reduce the type of care low-income seniors and those living with disabilities will receive at these facilities.

Measure heads back to Senate for final legislative approval

Illinois lawmakers passed two bills this week that aim to support mothers in the state. One bill requires employers to give paid time off to employees who pump breastmilk at work. The second allows midwives to help with home births.

Leaders warn lawmakers have little room to expand state programs

A bill unanimously passed by the Senate and on its way to Gov. JB Pritzker’s desk will increase the age that senior drivers in Illinois are required to take an annual driver’s test.

It's a difficult task ahead as the state's general assembly is set to adjourn its spring session at the end of the month.

Price hike due to lack of energy supply comes alongside rocky transition to renewable power

Measures among dozens to advance as legislative session enters final stretch

The two U.S. House members who represent Bloomington-Normal and Greater Peoria split their vote on a massive bill to enact the heart of President Trump's domestic agenda.