Other Illinois counties may follow suit, as they all use the same system the U.S. Supreme Court deemed a breach of Fifth ...

State lawmakers last year approved ending the statewide 1 percent grocery tax in 2026. Municipalities now have the power to ...

As the state of Illinois prepares to eliminate a statewide tax on groceries, the city of Chicago could join dozens of suburbs ...

More than 28 abandoned and boarded up schools in one Midwest city contribute to urban blight — and in some cases have served ...

Years ago, the writer Sean Monahan coined the term “ vibe shift ” to describe the way that trends end and new ones begin.

Woodstock captivates visitors with its stunning town square and streets paved with historic brick. The majestic opera house stands at the heart of downtown, hosting performances that bring the whole ...