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.
Doris Turner
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.
Senate OKs police hiring reform, Sangamon County recall in response to Sonya Massey’s death
The Illinois Senate has passed bills responding to Sonya Massey’s death in Springfield last summer.
Current flag wins state flag redesign vote
The old state flag won the advisory vote with 43% of the vote. It’s unclear if any changes to the ...
Massey attorneys announce $10 million settlement in wrongful death case
Sonya Massey’s family reached a $10 million settlement in her wrongful death lawsuit against Sangamon County.
New bills would ban school fines, provide working moms paid time to breastfeed
Illinois lawmakers introduce bills to help breastfeeding mothers, eliminate fines as punishment for student behavior.
Voting open: Here’s where to cast your ballot for a new state flag
Illinoisans can now vote on whether they want a new state flag.
Illinois lawmakers look to address organized retail crime
A group of Illinois senators were joined by officials from the Illinois Retail Merchants Association and state attorney general’s office ...
Lawmakers unveil bills aimed at addressing teacher shortage
Illinois Senate Democrats outlined legislation during a Thursday news conference that aims to address the ongoing teacher shortage throughout the ...
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