Lawmakers React To Blagojevich Sentence Commutation: 'Not The Right Message'
"It's important those found guilty serve their prison sentences."
"It's important those found guilty serve their prison sentences."
When Donald Trump commuted Rod Blagojevich's federal sentence on multiple corruption charges, Illinois' 40th governor was just one in a long list of crooked state chief executives.
Three people and a dog were killed Tuesday afternoon when a plane went down in a rural area downstate near the Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport in Springfield.
A veto reversal is likely. The House unanimously adopted the measure. The Senate recorded just one "no" vote.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot showed her hand in Springfield Tuesday, telling state lawmakers the city needs a casino to help solve its massive budget hole.
The new architect of the Illinois State Capitol says she wants to continue the renovation of the historic statehouse, preserve most of the surrounding buildings, and make all the structures more sustainable.
Benjamin Thomas' books could be a gold mine for Lincoln scholars as many of the works contain the author's handwritten comments, observances and notations.
The move comes weeks after the FBI raid at Illinois State Senator Martin Sandoval's home and offices. As part of that investigation, officials subpoenaed communication records between ComEd and Sandoval.
Federal agents raided Illinois State Sen. Martin Sandoval's office at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield on Tuesday.
The report ordered by former state executive inspector general Maggie Hickey and released focused on three allegations of sexual misconduct or intimidation.
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum has received more than $400,000 in grants for a project that aims to publish every document written by the nation's 16th president.
A federal grand jury indicted Cullerton on 39 counts of embezzlement from a labor union, one count of conspiracy to embezzle from a labor union and employee benefit plans and one count of making false statements in a health care matter.
Last year, hundreds of pounds of butter was sculpted into a cow by the same Iowa artist, Sarah Pratt. The base had "Land of Lincoln" written on it and included a stovepipe hat, as a nod to Abraham Lincoln.
Dozens of food vendors will participate by dropping prices on vinegar fries, cheese curds, lemon shake-up drinks and more from 2 to 5 p.m. each day of the fair.
The man who wrote the postcard says he was "having a good time" in an "extremely crowded place." He says some seafood is served while "still crawling on your plate.
Lawmakers got their first raises in more than a decade this month when their $67,836 base salaries increased about $1,600 as part of the $40 billion budget Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed in June.
In honor of Pride Month, a rainbow LGBTQ flag is flying above the Illinois State Capitol for the first time in state history.
Following their votes that expanded abortion rights in Illinois, House Speaker Mike Madigan and Senate President John Cullerton have been barred from receiving Communion in Springfield.
"This is a substantial package and this will address a substantial portion of the maintenance needs that we have in this region."
The capital construction plan is the state's first infrastructure investment since 2009.
State representatives voted 66 to 47 in favor of legalization, two days after the senate passed the bill. It goes into effect January 1. But there will still be restrictions.
The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Council 31 and the Democratic governor said they reached a deal early Friday.
With Friday being the last day of the spring session, Illinois lawmakers have a lot on their plate. At issue for house members are the budget, abortion rights, expanded gambling and the legalization of recreational marijuana.
They will be meeting with a state lawmaker next Tuesday to develop Marlen's Law. It would require both ID and DNA testing for hospital patients, especially those admitted after a home birth.
Chicago police said a man, 32, was traveling westbound in a black sedan when he disregarded a traffic signal and crashed into a black SUV.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
A 2-year-old girl was found safe after she went missing near a hotel in west suburban Lombard Friday morning.
Helene made landfall in Florida, and its remnants will impact the Chicago area on Friday. Wind gusts up to 40 miles per hour are possible Friday with highs in the upper 70s.
Police said two men, 23 and 25 years old, were sitting in a silver sedan at a red light when a red van pulled up and shots were fired.
During the Tuesday night meeting, the clerk grabbed the mayor's gavel after she made several requests for the mayor to stop pointing it at her.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling talked with CBS News Chicago about victories and challenges after a year in the job.
Henyard had appointed a new village manager, village attorney, and police chief—none of whom can take office with the ruling now in place.
Former President Donald Trump's campaign scrapped plans for an upcoming outdoor rally in Wisconsin after the Secret Service said it did not have the personnel needed to secure the site.
Wausau Mayor Doug Diny put on work gloves, donned a hard hat and used a dolly to cart away a drop box outside City Hall. The move is the latest example in swing state Wisconsin of the fight over whether communities will allow absentee ballot drop boxes.
Michael Cozzi bought a prepaid debit card for his friend and put $300 on it—only to be told by every party involved with the card that it was in somebody else's name and he couldn't unlock the money.
The New York Times has unveiled the 2024 edition of their list of the top 50 restaurants in the U.S., and a Chicago steakhouse is among the spots that made the national cut.
Earlier this year, CBS News Chicago reported on Monica Davis, a suburban woman who has since been arrested on accusations of pretending to be a dentist.
The Internet lit up this week with news that a Chicago restaurant is offering a luxe cocktail for $13,000, purportedly the most expensive martini in the United States.
Scammers have taken more than $100 million meant for senior citizens' Medicare bills, which comes from taxpayer money. The fraud scheme was exposed after swindlers made $3 billion worth of fake Medicare claims.
The government has already disbursed more than 900 million free at-home COVID-19 tests, and will be reopening its free test kit portal.
According to the Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control, the bats were both found Monday.
The Food and Drug Administration ended a program that provided free COVID-19 vaccines in August of 2024.
Earlier this year, CBS News Chicago reported on Monica Davis, a suburban woman who has since been arrested on accusations of pretending to be a dentist.
The Gift of Hope Organ Donor Care Center is focused on deceased patients whose lungs, hearts and more will live on in others.
Greyhound said its lease is up on Oct. 20, but Greyhound is "working with local officials and stakeholders to determine the path forward."
Experts say the warmer early fall temperatures mean some of the summer fruits and veggies we love. But it also means some fall produce could be delayed.
The sale has those in the real estate industry excited.
The factory's parent company said it gave workers the opportunity to move to other facilities.
One season ticket owner shared his take. His seats for Sunday, with a face value of $250, sold for about $599 each.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
Since their debut nearly 35 years ago, Pearl Jam has been one of the world's most popular and influential rock groups. Lead singer Eddie Vedder and bassist Jeff Ament talk about success, friendship, creativity, and giving back to their loyal fans.
United said demand for its flights surges wherever Taylor Swift jets off to for her next concert.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing three charges, including sex trafficking, stemming from an investigation by federal authorities.
A male and female in the SUV suffered minor injuries and were taken to Christ Hospital in fair condition.
Rhanni Davis, 30, is expected at a preliminary hearing. He is charged with first-degree murder of four people on the train in Forest Park.
Gwendolyn Perry Davis, deputy director and COO of the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, joined Audrina Sinclair.
Smith passed away peacefully in the hospital early Friday morning, her sons Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens said in a statement via publicist Clair Dobbs.
Sunday is officially National Coffee Day, but one North Lawndale café is celebrating early.
Helene made landfall in Florida, and its remnants will impact the Chicago area on Friday. Wind gusts up to 40 miles per hour are possible Friday with highs in the upper 70s.
According to the Village of Lombard, the "girl has been found and is safe."
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
During the Tuesday night meeting, the clerk grabbed the mayor's gavel after she made several requests for the mayor to stop pointing it at her.
Chicago police said a man, 32, was traveling westbound in a black sedan when he disregarded a traffic signal and crashed into a black SUV.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling talked with CBS News Chicago about victories and challenges after a year in the job.
Car break-ins were the source of a whopping 40% of gun thefts last year.
The sum was less than attorneys were seeking.
Some of these veterans live in the Chicago area, and many are scattered around the country suffering from debilitating illnesses.
One of the videos showed the arrest of a journalist who said he was just doing his job when he was zip-tied and held for at least eight hours.
Meanwhile, Rome Odunze is confident the Bears' passing game can build off their second-half success.
The Sox improved to 39-120 with its three-game sweep of Los Angeles.
Derrick Rose announced on social media Thursday morning that he's retiring from the NBA after 16 seasons. Rose averaged 17.4 points and 5.2 assists in 723 regular-season games.
The Sox won on Andrew Benintendi's 10th-inning single.
The Cubs lost two of three in the series to finish with a 39-42 road record.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling talked with CBS News Chicago about victories and challenges after a year in the job.
Darius Sullivan was convicted of shooting and killing Bradley police Sgt. Marlene Rittmanic with her own service weapon in December 2021.
The victims range in age from 20 to 25 years old.
Terry Dolowy went missing on Feb. 14, 1985. Days later, her decapitated and burning body was found near a roadside.
A 25-year-old Michigan man serving a life sentence for a murder conviction in Alabama has been handed another life sentence for a killing in Wisconsin.