Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins defended the downsizing as a push to eliminate waste and refocus resources on front-line care.

After eight years representing Illinois’ 8th District in the U.S. House, Schaumburg Democrat Raja Krishnamoorthi is setting ...

Presidents often claim credit for the good things that happen while they’re in office. But Trump is taking things to a new ...

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Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) took the side of her colleague across the aisle, Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-AK), when questioned by CNN's ...

Some of the biggest figures in Illinois politics are preparing to leave the scene, paving the way for a seismic shift in the landscape.

Steve Miller among four Rock & Roll Hall of Famers to play State Farm Center in 2025 ... Stratton looks to end drought of UI ...

Kelly, who has represented the state since 2013, signaled she would focus efforts on healthcare reform and increasing gun control measures.

The Democratic candidate positions herself as a statewide advocate while avoiding policy specifics in early campaign days.

South suburban U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly on Tuesday became the second candidate to enter what’s expected to be a crowded field to replace retiring U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, setting up a potential Democratic ...

Rep. Robin Kelly (D-Ill.) announced Tuesday that she’s running for retiring Sen. Dick Durbin’s (D-Ill.) seat, becoming the latest prominent Illinois Democrat to make a bid. “I’m Robin Kelly. You could ...