Illinois 100th Senate sworn in with 37 Democrats, 22 Republicans

By Mark Vargas, Editor-in-Chief & Opinion ContributorIllinois Republicans don’t have the luxury of ignoring failure – not in a state dominated by Democrats, and certainly not within their...

By Illinois ReviewA suburban Chicago restaurant owner with a violent criminal past has been released from federal custody under strict conditions – yet is still allowed to operate...

By Illinois ReviewNewly uncovered attendance records are raising serious concerns about Illinois State Senator Jason Plummer’s leadership, after data shows he missed more legislative workdays than any other...

By Amanda Szulc, Opinion ContributorAs an early childhood educator with over eleven years in Illinois classrooms – and a proud resident of Joliet – I entered this profession...

By Mark Weyermuller, Opinion ContributorOur thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and fellow officers mourning the loss of Chicago Police Officer John G. Bartholomew, Star #12963,...