Cook County – Political Ground Zero

By Illinois ReviewIllinois Governor JB Pritzker may soon have another major economic development failure to explain to Illinois taxpayers.On Friday morning, Indiana Governor Mike Braun dropped what many...

By Illinois ReviewThe Chicago Bears' long-running stadium saga may be entering its final chapter – and Illinois Democrats, led by Governor JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson,...

By Illinois ReviewWhile Illinois residents prepare to absorb more than $800 million in new taxes and fees, lawmakers in Springfield have approved a budget that also includes pay...

By Illinois Review Illinois lawmakers approved a record-setting $55.9 billion state budget in the final hours of the legislative session, adding more than $800 million in new taxes...

By Illinois ReviewAfter months of negotiations, legislative maneuvering, and last-minute political drama, Illinois Democrats may have accomplished something few thought possible: helping drive one of the state's most...