President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday threatening to suspend or terminate federal funding for cities and states, like Illinois, that have eliminated cash bail.

Deputy accused of Sangamon County woman’s murder had troubling past

Lawmakers vote to decrease funding for housing programs by more than $14M

Events were held in her honor Sunday on the anniversary of her death.

New law comes after governor’s opposition stalled a broader measure last year

Bill would ensure right to free public K-12 education regardless of immigration status

Amina and Hafsa Rahman completed their project as the first NPR Illinois J-Corps citizen journalists. Before the recognition dinner on June 17, we reviewed the experience with our mother-daughter team.

The Springfield area is second in the country for income gaps between Black, white households

The event is free and open to the public. Tickets are required.

Local advocates worry about the consequences