Progress Illinois

Last year, The Chicago Reporter launched
an investigation revealing gaps in supportive services -- from
counseling to financial assistance -- for some 90,000 Illinois children
whose parents are behind bars. One of the most personally devastating
holes was the lack of ...

State legislators headed back to Springfield today to begin the second and final week of the fall veto session. Here's a quick rundown of the issues they are taking up.

Amidst a recession, it's so easy for candidates (and editorial boards) to
demagogue against proposed income tax hikes.  Therefore, it's rare to see public arguments in favor of tax reform made with the
subtlety and perspective that's required both to understand and address ...

When the General Assembly reconvenes next week for the final three days of their fall veto session, all eyes will turn to SB 1466, the bill introduced by House Speaker Michael Madigan (D-Chicago) to overhaul the state's campaign finance system. This version addresses ...