Only one testifies at first congressional redistricting hearing Only one testifies at first congressional redistricting hearing Thursday, October 7, 2021 The process of redrawing congressional district maps in Illinois got off to a slow start Thursday when only one person showed up to testify at the first legislative public hearing, which was held in Chicago.
Plaintiffs: New legislative maps dilute Latino vote Plaintiffs: New legislative maps dilute Latino vote Wednesday, October 6, 2021 Plaintiffs in two lawsuits challenging the state’s legislative redistricting plan have filed new complaints in federal court charging that the district maps that lawmakers approved in August dilute Latino voting power and thus violate the U.S. Constitution and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Officials outline progress in Cairo river port development Officials outline progress in Cairo river port development Tuesday, October 5, 2021 A proposed river port development in the southern Illinois town of Cairo is drawing much attention and interest from companies that believe it could open up greater access to international... Read more
Report details disparities faced by aging LGBTQ Illinoisans Report details disparities faced by aging LGBTQ Illinoisans Tuesday, October 5, 2021 Many aging LGBTQ Illinoisans face barriers to health care and financial security and fear discrimination in senior communities, according to a combined report from senior and LGBTQ advocacy groups... Read more
Pritzker order aims to end subminimum wage for disabled people in state contracts Pritzker order aims to end subminimum wage for disabled people in state contracts Monday, October 4, 2021 Gov. JB Pritzker signed an executive order Monday that would prevent companies contracting with the state from paying disabled workers at less than the minimum wage. Read more
Law enforcement steps up efforts to fight online child exploitation Law enforcement steps up efforts to fight online child exploitation Monday, October 4, 2021 State Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined local and federal prosecutors Monday to announce new efforts to combat a rise in online child exploitation in Illinois. Read more
What to know ahead of this weekend’s eviction moratorium expiration What to know ahead of this weekend’s eviction moratorium expiration Friday, October 1, 2021 The state’s eviction moratorium will expire Sunday, and what comes next for renters will likely depend on their county of residence, as county courts and sheriffs will all have different... Read more
With two weeks until veto session and interest accruing, state’s unemployment fix still not decided With two weeks until veto session and interest accruing, state’s unemployment fix still not decided Friday, October 1, 2021 The deficit in the state’s Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund remains over $4.3 billion and interest payments on the debt began accruing on Sept. 6. Lawmakers are still considering their next... Read more