Illinois’ five state-run retirement systems need $16.8 billion in funding for the coming fiscal year, but state lawmakers ...

When local governments must comply with a new state law, it often increases costs. Those costs are passed on to the taxpayer.

The median home price in Illinois is almost 40% higher than it was at the start of the pandemic. The average rent in Chicago ...

The Chicago Teachers Union rejected recommendations from a neutral factfinder. The union will be free to strike after the report is public for 30 days and the union gives 10 days’ notice of striking.

New data shows nine of 15 Illinois metropolitan areas added jobs in December as the state gained 8,800 jobs. Ten metro areas ...

Illinois lags both the nation and the Midwest on key indicators of social mobility. The state scores poorly on entrepreneurship, economic growth, institutions and the rule of law.

New polling shows 3-in-5 Chicago voters have an unfavorable view of the Chicago Teachers Union. More than 55% said they would be less likely to vote for someone who accepts CTU donations.

Nationwide analysis from the Equable Institute reveals Illinois state pensions remain fiscally unstable, underscoring the ...