‘Surreal’: Illinois’ only International Dark Sky Place attracts tourists worldwide
Illinois has taken action to require that new public lighting meet statewide restrictions on light pollution.
Urbana
State Rep. Carol Ammons, husband, plead not guilty to corruption charges
Prosecutors allege corruption scheme but supporters see possible racial motivation.
Illinois House to investigate Rep. Carol Ammons following indictment
There’s no timeline for when lawmakers will begin their investigation.
Speaker Welch’s approach to ethics cases involving his members
House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch said it would be “premature” to call for indicted Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, to resign, ...
Republicans call for more transparency, accountability after ‘disgraceful week’ for House Democrats
GOP Leader McCombie calls for special investigative committee into Rep. Carol Ammons.
State Rep. Carol Ammons indicted in scheme to receive kickbacks, misusing campaign funds
Ammons faces 10 counts relating to wire fraud and misuse of campaign funds.
POWER Act data center regulation won’t move forward this spring
Advocates still want lawmakers to pause tax credits for data centers.
School choice option at standstill as legislators weigh benefits, political fallout
The governor, education advocates and legislators weigh whether to opt Illinois into a federal school choice tax credit.
Advocates, accusing governor of ‘lack of engagement,’ urge passage of data center regulations by end of May
Pressure is mounting for lawmakers to pass data center regulations.
Accountability Commission refers federal agents for investigation, possible prosecution for conduct last fall
The commission will refer cases and documentary evidence with the Cook County state’s attorney and local law enforcement.
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