Retirement

April is National Financial Literacy Month.

Illinois Treasurer Mike Frerichs says more than 32,000 people are now participating in the state’s “Secure Choice” retirement savings program.Frerichs…

The State of Illinois' retirement program for those who don't have employer based savings options is off and running.State Treasurer Mike Frerichs says…

Ronald Pressman says everyone needs to think ahead to retirement, whether that time is far in the future, or just a few years away. He says baby boomers…

Illinois workers get an added bonus once they retire: They don't have to pay taxes on pension or Social Security checks. It's one possible change the...

State employees scored a double victory Friday, as judges ruled Illinois' pension law unconstitutional and ruled state retirees will receive a healthcare…

Illinois' pension overhaul might be on hold, but credit ratings agencies say they're not concerned. A Sangamon County judge Wednesday ruled that…

Illinois retirees' would lose their tax break, if lawmakers sign onto the recommendation of a nonpartisan government research group. But the plan has…

The pension system for thousands of Illinois teachers is officially lowering the forecast of how much money it will make on investments.Instead of…

Retired state and public university employees will have to kick in for their health insurance under a measure approved by an Illinois House committee.…