At $55.1 billion, this is the largest budget in Illinois history and represents a 40% increase in just six years which faced bipartisan opposition. Let’s be honest: most families haven’t seen their ...

New Illinois taxes on sports bets, tobacco and more in state budget Tax rate increases were included to raise more revenue as part of the budget process ...

Illinois Democrats passed a $55.2 billion budget with new taxes on sports bets, nicotine, and businesses. Republicans criticized the budget process for lack of transparency and the inclusion of ...

Illinois’ latest budget diverts millions in infrastructure funds to cover structural budget deficits despite substandard road conditions.

Illinois lawmakers pass $55 billion state budget 01:18. Meantime, Chicagoans also have been keeping an eye on additional state funding for the area's mass transit systems.. Transit officials have ...

SPRINGFIELD State Senator Erica Harriss (56thGlen Carbon) and State Representative Amy Elik (111thAlton) are demanding ...

“Last year homelessness increased 116% in the state of Illinois,” Doug Kenshol, co-founder of the Illinois Shelter Alliance, ...

All three Republican members of the Illinois congressional delegation voted in favor of the bill, despite a last-minute plea ...

High school and community college students in Illinois will soon be able to earn automatic admission to most state public ...

Illinois Democrats passed a $55.2 billion budget with new taxes on sports bets, nicotine, and businesses. Republicans criticized the budget process for lack of transparency and the inclusion of ...

Facing a tight budget year with constrained spending and limited natural revenue growth, the $55.1 billion fiscal year 2026 ...