A year after end of cash bail, early research shows impact less than many hoped or feared A year after end of cash bail, early research shows impact less than many hoped or feared It’s been almost a year since the controversial Pretrial Fairness Act went into effect in Illinois, and new research from Loyola University sheds some light on its impact.
Advocates underscore need for statewide reentry programs Advocates underscore need for statewide reentry programs Several proposed changes to criminal justice system have stalled
Advocates renew push to tighten firearm laws aimed at protecting domestic violence victims Advocates renew push to tighten firearm laws aimed at protecting domestic violence victims Groups also call for changes to state’s homicide reporting, cold case investigations