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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Federal housing credit expansion could increase affordable rental units in Illinois: report
Affordable housing advocates say Illinois lawmakers should enact a state low-income housing tax credit to complement more federal funding.
Following state rep’s encounter, Pritzker signs ‘squatter bill’ into law
Gov. JB Pritzker signs bill cracking down on squatters after people illegally move in next to state representative.
Pritzker to consider bill mandating gun owners lock up firearms near minors
Illinois lawmakers pass a bill requiring gun owners to keep their firearms in a locked box when near a minor.
Under ‘crime-free housing’ laws, families may be evicted for minor offenses
In some Illinois cities, shoplifting, calling 911 too many times or even being a victim of a crime can get ...
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s Illinois stop on immigration laws called ‘publicity stunt’
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem criticized Illinois’ immigration policies during a visit Wednesday in Springfield.
Supreme Court hears cases pertaining to detention under the SAFE-T Act
Two incarcerated individuals push for release under new law
Massey’s death underscores state delay in launching mental health response program
Law aimed at helping people experiencing crisis was originally set to go live in 2022
Attorneys for Sonya Massey’s family call for legislative change
Deputy charged with first-degree murder was a ‘ticking time bomb,’ they say
In month since SCOTUS bribery decision, Madigan-related corruption cases forge ahead
Former speaker, allies seek to leverage new, narrowed interpretation of federal bribery law
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