Illinois may be getting a new state flag, with residents able to choose from a total of 13 banner designs beginning this month. Nearly 5,000 entries were submitted to the Illinois Flag Commission ...

The 20-member Illinois Flag Commission, which includes some elected ... much like the standout features of our state. Gold color symbolizes out the richness in our state, people, land and views.

This image provided by the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office in March 2025 shows the top voted state flag design, the current flag. Illinois Secretary of State’s Office via AP SPRINGFIELD, Ill.

The flag's acquisition through an online auction for more than $15,000 precipitated an investigation by Illinois' Office of the Executive Inspector General about money used for the purchase.