Trump threatens Illinois’ federal funding for eliminating cash bail
Illinois Democrats condemn Trump’s executive order limiting funding to Illinois because of its pretrial detention law.
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Pritzker: FBI can’t arrest Texas lawmakers sheltering in Illinois
Partisan gerrymandering in Texas could spark retaliatory measures in Democratic-leaning states like Illinois.
Federal food assistance changes threaten benefits for thousands of Illinoisans
The new federal domestic policy plan requires states to cover more costs for food benefits even as fewer people would ...
Illinois’ soil conservation funding stagnates amid recent high-profile dust storms
Conservation workers in the state say lawmakers continue to deprioritize their efforts.
‘Never asked to be a part of this somber club’: Illinois honors fallen police officers
The families of nine fallen police officers were honored during a ceremony in Springfield on Thursday.
State reports first measles case in southern Illinois
The Illinois Department of Public Health confirmed Wednesday afternoon the first case of measles in the state.
Pritzker balances messaging as some Dems encourage party to avoid LGBTQ issues
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker balances support for LGBTQ rights as some Democrats suggest the party avoid transgender issues.
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 ...
Raoul says ‘I do not want to go to Washington,’ rules out bid for U.S. Senate
Illinois AG rules out the possibility of running U.S. Senate, should six-term incumbent Dick Durbin decide to retire.
After public pressure, Illinois commits $8M to repair deteriorating site where Lincoln launched political career
The state of Illinois is committing $8 million to repair caved-in roofs and other damaged structures at Lincoln’s New Salem ...
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