Democrats sweep statewide races, expand already-historic supermajorities
The party rode ‘Blue Wave’ to pick up seats in the General Assembly considered GOP safe
Martin McLaughlin
Illinois Democrats eye suburbs in push to expand supermajorities
The region features a rematch of the closest 2024 contest and the only match-up between two incumbents.
Amid Democratic scandals, Illinois Republicans hoping to flip legislative seats
Republicans trying to keep the focus on taxes passed by Democrats, cost of living.
Republicans hope to reengage Bears with new proposals
Bills range from amending the megaprojects bill to a proposal that only focuses on Arlington Heights
Illinois House approves megaprojects bill, but the Bears want changes
Skepticism of the House proposal poured in almost as quickly as it passed.
Wednesday update: Committee advances Bears bill, Dems break for private caucus
House Democrats went to a private caucus ahead of a vote on an amended megaprojects bill that could help the ...
Pared-back ‘Right to Play’ bill advances in General Assembly, awaits Senate action
Amended bill allows limited simultaneous participation on school and non-school teams.
State Board of Elections certifies election results showing decline in turnout
The Illinois State Board of Elections certified the 2024 results, highlighting a decline in turnout and voting behavior changes.
As many Illinoisans struggle with food access, lawmakers consider state grants for grocers
Lawmakers are considering creating a grant program that would send state dollars to grocers in Illinois communities that have few ...
House passes bill prohibiting book bans
Illinois House passes bill to prevent library book bans, protecting free speech despite Republican opposition.
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