Illinois has a deep-rooted history in apple growing, a tradition that stretches back to the early days of settlement. The rich soil and favorable climate of the state have allowed…

Women’s History Month has been an annual celebration in the United States since 1987, but its roots go back to a weeklong event in Sonoma, California, in 1978. The celebration…

Illinois working families face an unprecedented number of financial hurdles that a group of House Republican legislators want to help them overcome. The lawmakers unveiled a package of bills today…

During the months-long trial of former Illinois Speaker of the House Michael Madigan, the jury heard testimony about the powerful Democrat’s use of play-to-pay tactics that included bribery and ghost…

This month, the Illinois General Assembly returned to session, with a scheduled conclusion in May. During session, legislators spend a significant amount of time in Springfield. This can make it…