The $17.6 billion proposal relies primarily on hikes to close a projected $882.4 million Corporate Fund deficit.
Pension fund contributions grew more than $1.5 billion.
City voters can offer their opinion on building a permanent space for big events.
Policymakers can create conditions to help businesses and residents succeed.
But the state’s error rate is fifth-highest in the country, which could bring costly penalties.
Housing for sale in the state remains far below pre-pandemic levels.
Gov. Gavin Newsom said no to a sweetener, while Gov. J.B. Pritzker added $11 billion to Chicago’s liabilities.
An advisory referendum asks whether residents support an income tax surcharge on millionaires.
Common metrics show Illinois’ congressional map is more skewed than a failed attempt in Missouri was.
The past six fiscal years represent the six highest state tax burdens in Illinois in over 30 years.
The Protecting Renters Ordinance risks hurting affordability.
Every public university in Indiana charges less in tuition and fees than every one in Illinois.