The race to replace longtime U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky is getting more crowded. State Sen. Mike Simmons will launch his campaign Tuesday, he told the Tribune, joining recently announced state Rep. Hoan ...

The governor has chosen a running mate as he seeks a third term. It's just one of the key races ahead in the state.

A dwindling youth population means shrinking potential – not just economically, but in civic energy, creativity and community ...

Chicago Tribune editorial warns of Illinois' aging population, citing outmigration of young adults and declining birth rates ...

As some Illinois counties voice their desire to break away from Chicagoland, Indiana's government is looking into redrawing the border between the two states — a possibility experts and Illinois ...

I regret that this dispute over campaign accounting and contribution limits has taken up time we should spend on other issues ...

JB Pritzker, who has spent years building a national profile, will seek a third term as Illinois’ governor. Two people familiar with his plans say Pritzker will announce the decision ...