Majority of Illinoisans back gun-control proposals: Poll

A new poll shows widespread support among Illinois voters across the political spectrum for the gun-control proposals being debated in Washington and Springfield. Read More

Roskam: Obama's budget locks in the new normal

In a statement released Thursday, Congressman Peter Roskam (IL-06) said the new budget is more of the same. Read More

President announces 2014 budget

President Barack Obama addressed the nation from the White House Rose Garden Wednesday to introduce the 2014 budget. Read More

NRA: Obama should focus on criminals, not law-abiding gun owners

The National Rifle Association (NRA) released a statement Wednesday, as Congress prepares to tackle gun control legislation. Read More

Beavers' successor could be chosen by Thursday

A successor to convicted Cook County Commissioner Bill Beavers may be chosen as early as Thursday as ward and township committeeman meet to hear the candidates. Read More

Urlacher sails to victory in Mettawa mayor race

Former Chicago Bear Brian Urlacher can add notch to his belt: brother of Mettawa Mayor Casey Urlacher. Read More

Bullwinkel wins in Villa Park mayor's race over controversial ex-police chief

The race for Villa Park president ended in a landslide, not a photo finish. Read More

Armed school officer bill clears committee

A bill that would authorize school employees to carry a weapon in a school building was approved by a legislative committee Tuesday. Read More

Democrat Robin Kelly steamrolls convicted felon in special congressional election

With the parents of slain 15-year-old Hadiya Pendleton beside her, Democrat Robin Kelly vowed to "take on the NRA," in Congress after sailing to victory Tuesday night in a congressional dist Read More

First Lady Michelle Obama in Chicago

The First Lady is in town to join Mayor Rahm Emanuel. They're promoting his plan to collect $50 million from Chicago's business and philanthropic community to help at-risk youth. Read More