Pritzker gives update on Bears megaprojects bill as deadline nears
As lawmakers barrel towards their May 31 adjournment deadline, there’s been little movement in negotiations over a megaprojects bill that ...
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Durbin warns of deep divisions in farewell address to Illinois lawmakers
Durbin delivered what was billed as a farewell address, reflecting on his record in office and urging state lawmakers to ...
Illinois grows millions of bushels of soybeans. Why aren’t we eating them?
Illinois grows more soybeans than any other state, but almost none become local food.
Tourism is up in Springfield, but downtown businesses are hurting
Private school bus transportation company First Student provides over 6,000 buses to hundreds of districts in the state.
For young people looking to take over Illinois farms, the costs can be steep
The average age of farmers in Illinois is over 58. High input costs, a hefty estate tax, and an older ...
‘Illinois farmers can feed Illinois’: State grant program offers assistance
Illinois food producers and businesses can apply for a share of $3.6 million in funding to support local food systems.
‘Do what we can’: Senate committee passes bill regulating loud commercials on streaming
The bill mirrors regulations that currently apply to broadcast and cable programs.
New laws: Gun storage, police background check changes take effect in 2026
Gun owners must store their firearms in secure boxes when children are around under a new state law.
Pritzker signs police background check expansion in Sonya Massey’s honor
The measure was drafted in the wake of the July 2024 shooting death of Sangamon County resident Sonya Massey.
Prisoner Review Board reform, changes to police hiring clear General Assembly
Lawmakers recently approved criminal justice reforms and a warehouse safety bill.
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