Five years ago, University of Illinois President Timothy Killeen launched a statewide tour with campus chancellors. That tradition continued this year as the leaders talked with those involved in industry, education, health care and other sectors about wh... See more
In 2021, Illinois passed a law requiring every public elementary and high school teach a unit of Asian American and Pacific Islander history. Five years later, many schools have yet to fully implement the Teaching Equitable Asian American Community Histor... See more
Sangamon County State's Attorney John Milhiser announced the indictment of 23 gang members from two rival Springfield gangs — SQAD (Shoot Quick Avoid Death) and BP (Boss Playas) - with organized violent gang activity, including murder of a nine-year-old b... See more
Republican Darren Bailey picked up the endorsement of President Donald Trump this week, whether he wanted it or not. Bailey has appeared to campaign without much mention of Trump during his second bid for governor. The Republican needs support from the Ch... See more
The national debt has now reached $40 trillion. This rise comes as tax cuts have limited revenues while costs continue to rise. The bond market is also experiencing volatility. Former State Department official and University of Illinois Economics Professo... See more
