In dramatic closing arguments, Madigan's defense counters the federal "puzzle piece" narrative of corruption and bribery.

Gov. Pritzker expands preschool access with over 5,000 new Smart Start seats for low-income families in Illinois.

Ismael Belkoura is a student in the Medill Illinois News Bureau, a program at the Medill School of Journalism that provides local news outlets with state legislature and government coverage.

Rep. Dan Swanson, R-Alpha, received the call from Democratic House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, earlier this ...

Madigan trial wraps up with a focus on 'quid pro quo' arrangements and allegations of leveraging power for profit.

The Madigan trial concluded its 42nd day with intense scrutiny on alleged 'quid pro quo' schemes involving former House Speaker ... Jurors are one day closer to deliberating in former Illinois House ...

Illinois schools adopt policies to address federal immigration enforcement, ensuring compliance and protecting students' ...

Former Wayne City police chief faces federal charges for allegedly misusing surrendered vehicles for personal benefit.

CHICAGO – As prosecutors began their closing arguments Wednesday in the trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, they accused the longtime Democratic powerbroker of lying to the jury ...

The Illinois Supreme Court reviews the legality of a 2023 law restricting constitutional challenges to two counties.