Though they may find it hard to believe, Chicago property owners pay relatively less in property taxes than suburban owners do, particularly in the city's collar counties. And the difference... Read more

One of Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka's primary responsibilities is to pay the state's bills. Given that duty, she has made it a priority to reach out to nonprofit agency... Read more

In preparation for their Christmas shopping consumers are making their lists and checking them twice but before the buying begins they need to be aware of the scams that could... Read more

House Republican Leader Jim Durkin is joining forces with the wine and spirits industry to promote the "We Don't Serve Teens...and You Shouldn't Either" campaign to protect teenagers from the... Read more

Illinois TornadoesTornadoes strike communities throughout Illinois.  While twelve states were affected, Illinois was especially hard-hit by the severe frontal system that moved eastward on Sunday, November 17.  Death and destruction... Read more

In response to stories about Illinois residents who lost their current health insurance coverage or experienced rate increases, Rep Darlene Senger is asking the Illinois Department of Insurance to publicly disclose... Read more

The Illinois Office of Tourism recently launched a new online feature dedicated to helping travelers plan the ultimate outdoor adventure in Illinois. The new Off-Road Illinois provides information, resources and... Read more

House Republican Leader Jim DurkinJim Durkin unanimously elected by Illinois House as Republican Leader.  Durkin's election, which was an anticipated event after his colleagues unanimously elected him in August 2013... Read more

Working with local property tax assessors and home healthcare providers, State Rep. Barbara Wheeler (R-Crystal Lake) has introduced House Bill 3715, a measure aimed at helping families take care of... Read more

Have you or someone you know signed up for the national Do Not Call Registry and yet still receive unwanted calls to your home or cell phone from telemarketers? Some... Read more