‘I’ve done this my way’: Durbin reflects on decision to retire
Sen. Dick Durbin spoke to reporters Thursday at his Springfield home to explain why he won’t run for reelection.
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Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin to retire after more than 4 decades in Congress
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin will retire in 2026 after more than four decades in Congress.
Despite two decades of education and enforcement, drivers still failing Scott’s Law
Scott’s Law requires all vehicles to move over or slow down when passing a stopped or emergency vehicles with its ...
Lawmakers mull betting on internet gambling while existing industry warns it’ll fold
Facing a possible state budget hole, Illinois lawmakers could mull legalizing internet gambling this spring. But opposition is strong – ...
Accused Highland Park shooter pleads guilty
Robert Crimo III was accused of killing seven people and injuring dozens more in 2022 shooting. That killing spree led ...
Appeals court keeps Illinois’ assault weapons ban in place
Illinois’ assault weapons ban will remain in place, at least until a federal appeals court hears full arguments challenging a ...
Amid flurry of gun ban challenges, federal appeals court considers Cook County assault weapon law
A federal court is considering Cook County's assault weapon ban, with arguments that may impact Illinois’ broader gun restrictions.
Federal judge strikes down Illinois assault weapons ban, setting up likely appeal
A federal judge ruled Illinois' assault weapons ban unconstitutional, allowing 30 days for a likely appeal by the state.
Early results show Democrats likely to maintain supermajorities in Illinois General Assembly
Early election results indicate Illinois Democrats will likely maintain supermajorities in the General Assembly; Sorensen retains IL-17.
As deadline looms, assault weapons registration rules still unresolved
Lawmakers continue questioning rules as case appears headed to U.S. Supreme Court
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