Institute of Government and Public Affairs

A report looking at the potential impact of eliminating Illinois’ grocery tax suggests most families would only see modest relief, while municipalities would face a “consequential” revenue shortfall.

URBANA, Ill. (AP) - The University of Illinois says an index that measures economic growth across the state fell in November.The university's Institute of…

The administration of Governor Bruce Rauner is touting the low interest rate Illinois got in last week’s bond sale. But at least one public finance...

URBANA, Ill. (AP) - A University of Illinois index of the state's economy remained steady in August in spite of volatile U.S. and international stock…

University of Illinois economists warn that the states owes so much it could struggle to provide current services. Richard Dye, director of the Fiscal…

Illinois' financial problems are well known. But what can be done about them? A former lawmaker has a vision for improving the way Illinois does…

University of Illinois Springfield political scientist Chris Mooney will take over next month as the head of U of I's Institute of Government and Public…