Illinois sues Department of Homeland Security, Trump administration for dangerous tactics, unlawful use of force by ICE and Border Patrol agents

The state of Illinois and city of Chicago filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration and Department of Homeland Security for unlawful use of force and dangerous tactics in immigration raids.

Here's how Illinois may be impacted by $1B in frozen federal funds

About $1 billion in federal funds for child care and social services have been frozen in Illinois. Here's how residents may be affected.

Illinois Supreme Court Justice Mary Jane Theis retiring after four decades on the bench

Theis’ retirement allows the high court to appoint 1st District Appellate Court Justice Sanjay T. Tailor as Theis’ successor, making him the first Indian American to serve on the court.

Illinois extends enrollment deadline for health insurance plans beginning Feb. 1

Customers still shopping for health insurance coverage through Illinois' state-run marketplace now have more time to choose a plan.

Bison return to Illinois prairies after nearly 200 years

A herd of bison has returned to Burlington Prairie in Kane County, part of a long-awaited return led by the American Indian Center
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Illinois football transfer portal tracker: Where things stand Jan. 12

Illinois football continues to build its 2026 roster. Here's the latest updates from the NCAA transfer portal on Jan. 12.

Illinois extends Affordable Care Act open enrollment, as fate of subsidies remains uncertain

Illinois will now give residents until Jan. 31 to choose health insurance plans on the state’s new Affordable Care Act exchange, at GetCoveredIllinois.gov. Previously, the open enrollment period
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