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Special Election For 18th Congressional District On Thursday, Much To Surprise Of Election OfficialsResidents in an Illinois Congressional district will soon have representation again in the U.S. House. The seat in the 18th district has been vacant since…
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A bi-partisan group of lawmakers from Illinois and Missouri say labeling genetically engineered foods should be voluntary as a national standard.Congress…
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The resignation of U.S. Rep. Aaron Schock and the required special election have officials in the 19 Illinois counties in his 18th Congressional District…
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Former U.S. Representative Bob Kastenmeier has died at the age of 91. The Wisconsin Democrat was an early and staunch opponent of the Vietnam…
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It looks like Congress can avert a government shutdown, as tomorrow’s deadline to approve a spending bill approaches. Northern Illinois Congressman Randy…
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Leaders from across Illinois are becoming more vocal about their desire for Congress to approve an immigration overhaul. Staying outside of the political…
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Congress members – like most of the world -- appear to be taking a “wait and see” stance on Syria. Northern Illinois Democrats Cheri Bustos and Bill…
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Illinois’ Second Congressional District has a voice again. Democrat Robin Kelly easily beat five opponents in the special election to fill former…
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Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr. has resigned: a spokesman for House Speaker John Boehner confirms he has received Jackson's letter of resignation.Boehner's…
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Illinois Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr. is being treated for bipolar depression II, according to a news release from the Mayo Clinic.Jackson has been on…