Rauner Signs Off On Plan To Fix Budget Hole
Governor Bruce Rauner took to the Illinois Senate floor to shake hands Thursday after senators passed a plan to plug a $1.6 billion hole in the state budget. He signed the measure late in the day.
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Illinois National Guardsman Accused Of Trying To Aid ISIS
Two suburban Chicago men --- one of them an Illinois National Guard member --- are accused of planning an attack on a northern Illinois military facility in support of the Islamic State group.
Schock Delivers Final Address To Congress
Schock voted for the last time Thursday. In his farewell address, the Peoria Republican said he will work "tirelessly'' to make amends to those he has let down.
Lineup Announced For 17th Annual Ebertfest In Champaign
The 2015 schedule for the annual Ebertfest film festival in Champaign will include a tribute to the late actor and filmmaker Harold Ramis and an appearance from film and TV actor Jason Segel.
Lawmaker Hopes To Give Parents Right To Help Kids Skip PARCC Test
A measure pending in the Illinois legislature would give parents the right to have their children skip standardized tests.