According to late returns from Tuesday's primary election, incumbent state Rep. Ira Silverstein (D-Chicago) lost his 8th district seat to newcomer Ram Villivalam.

Comparing Illinois gubernatorial primary candidate Jeanne Ives to former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher could seem like a grandstanding political move -- unless you’re state Rep. Thomas R. Morrison (R-Palatine) and it happens to be time for the 2018 GOP primary.

Should public money support niche projects that only a handful of taxpayers will use or benefit from? That question was at the center of a recent debate among Glenview Park District Board members regarding placing a $17 million bond issue referendum question on the March 20 primary ballot.

There’s a new lesson being taught at Nichols Middle School in Evanston, but this time it’s for teachers.

The recent news that the Palatine Township board was considering hiring an outside party to help run its meetings has led to speculation about what circumstances may lead to this unusual step.

Democratic gubernatorial candidate J.B. Pritzker is under fire from Republican leaders in Illinois for his silence during a scandal surrounding Cook County Assessor Joseph Berrios.

If the city of Chicago and Cook County need a way to help alleviate their budget concerns, they should explore their past and rekindle a joint relationship, according to an article on the Better Government Association (BGA) website.

Nancy Spain will offer insight into planning for the future care of a disabled child at a Nov. 14 seminar sponsored by the Itasca Bank & Trust Co., according to a press release.

Taxpayers United for America says you're welcome, Illinois.