Illinois is experiencing more tornadoes — but receiving less federal disaster aid
Climatologists said the increase in severe weather is likely due to normal variation, although severe weather can be expected to...
New Illinois driving test age requirements start July 1
Beginning July 1, only drivers aged 87 and older will be required to take a driving test annually to renew...
Advocates, patients file lawsuit to block ‘medical aid in dying’ law in Illinois
The lawsuit claims the law will discriminate against people with disabilities.
Small food assistance nonprofits eligible for new state grant program
The grants come as nonprofits experience increased need from cuts to federal food assistance.
Illinois seeks two Crest Hill prisons, leaving Lincoln out of Logan Correctional Center rebuild plan
Logan Correctional Center will not be rebuilt in Lincoln, despite locals’ hopes.
Glock ban, prescription drug board among measures that stall in final days
Stalled bills are expected to be negotiated throughout the summer and could move forward later this year.
Detention centers, exoneree restitution, foster care protections among final bills to pass
Among the dozens of bills to pass last week are protections for kids in foster case, limitations on new detention...
Rideshare drivers could unionize in Illinois under bill passed by General Assembly
Drivers could vote to form a union, elect union representatives and bargain collectively.
Property tax debt sale reform will allow homeowners to keep more of their equity
With this bill, Illinois is the last state to come into compliance with a 2023 Supreme Court decision.
Ticket bot bill, Glock ban, e-bikes still up in the air as lawmakers near May 31
Outside of the three most publicized issues — Bears, the budget and BUILD — lawmakers continue to tinker and negotiate...
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