As Illinois increasingly becomes destination for abortion access, a new public-private partnership emerges
Thousands of abortion-seekers have traveled to the state since 2022 because of its laws and programs that protect abortion.
Heather Steans
Steans to resign from Illinois Senate
Sen. Heather Steans, a Chicago Democrat, plans to resign at the end of the month after a 12-year tenure in ...
SENATE RECAP: Personal robots and horses among subjects of bills sent to governor
The Illinois Senate passed legislation addressing robotic carrying devices, horse racing, criminal justice reform, and vehicle emissions testing funding.
New Progressive Caucus’ aim: ‘Stability and decency for all Illinoisans’
A group of House Democrats have formed an official caucus they say will champion a liberal agenda “to provide a ...
State lawmakers soon to turn attention to marijuana
Attention at the Statehouse is expected to begin focusing on one of Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s top priorities, legalizing recreational ...
Bills’ aim: More revenue through closing tax loopholes
Admitting it will take two years to see any new revenue from a progressive state income tax, Fair Economy Illinois ...
Capitol Briefs: Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza is imploring the General Assembly to be realistic with revenue projections this year to avoid adding ...
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