Early voting is now underway.

Illinois has an ambitious plan to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. But a new reports shows the state is not on pace to hit the goal. It offers recommendations to get back on track, but those would require some major changes. It's uncertain if the political will exists to make that happen.

Chester Weger was convicted of killing one of three suburban Chicago women whose battered bodies were found in the popular state park in 1960. He spent about 60 years in prison.

The medical aid in dying law is facing court challenges, but the law still stands.

Federal judge strikes down rules barring noncitizens from certain emergency public benefits

Advisory group will explore new policies, ways to protect residents from harm

The state says the centers’ role has evolved over time as travelers’ needs change

9-year-old Cash Russell was among the victims of a triple homicide during what authorities say was a home invasion and murder that occurred based on an earlier burglary of drugs from a rival gang.

More than two years into his new weight loss journey, JB Pritzker says he wants to talk about it openly, largely in part because he knows millions of Americans are suffering from obesity-related health conditions. The disclosure also comes just months before Democrats are expected to announce their intentions to run for president.

Collin Corbett said his campaign is about proving there is an appetite for independent, centrist candidates in Illinois as voters weigh their options between staunch Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker and Trump-endorsed Republican Darren Bailey.

Dozens of people have died by suicide in Illinois jails in recent years. Advocates say a multipronged approach could prevent such deaths.

Chronic understaffing at DCFS and an unimplemented state law are leaving some childcare centers short-staffed, turning away kids and in some cases risking their funding.