The Republican leader of the Illinois House and five voters on Tuesday filed a lawsuit asking the state Supreme Court to throw out the legislative district map as unconstitutionally drawn to favor ...

With Illinois lawmakers back in Springfield, Chalkbeat Chicago will keep a close eye on budget talks, school curriculum, and ...

Republicans argue the map is an example of “extreme partisan gerrymandering,” which renders it unconstitutional under state law.

But while most Illinoisans live in Democratic districts, the majority of the ... That would require congressional approval and the approval of the Illinois legislature. Joining Indiana, an existing ...

Chicago Tribune investigation would explicitly prevent police from ticketing students for violations such as vaping or ...

Dixon, and State Rep. Brad Fritts, R-Dixon, have been appointed to several key legislative committee roles. Arellano has been appointed as the Republican spokesperson for the Illinois Senate's Public ...