1 Year After Operation Midway Blitz, Pritzker, IL Democrats Renew Calls For Accountability

Illinois leaders are marking the anniversary with new scrutiny of the federal immigration operation and its impact.

New E-Bike Law In IL: What New Rules Mean For E-Bikes, Scooters

After a series of crashes, the law takes effect Jan. 1, 2027, and sets statewide standards for faster e-bikes, e-motos and similar devices.

Supreme Court Ruling Puts Illinois' Mail Ballot Rules In Flux

Illinois filed a new challenge to USPS mail-ballot rules Wednesday as officials prepare for the Nov. 3 midterms.

$1 Billion For High-Speed Internet Expansion In IL Approved

The federal money will be used to connect about 350,000 residents statewide by 2031.

Pritzker Blasts Supreme Court Ruling On Trump's Mail-In Voting Order

The governor said Illinois will keep administering elections while fighting what he called attacks on voting rights.

GOP Focuses On Pritzker At State Fair Event

"J.B. Pritzker owns these taxes, he owns these tolls, the fees that we are taking more from working families every day,” Darren Bailey said.

Bailey Says He'd Suspend Illinois Gas Tax For 6 Months As Governor

The Republican nominee's gas-tax pledge follows a plan to stop the toll hike and eventually eliminate Illinois tolls.

Pritzker Declares 15-County Disaster Following Storms, Tornadoes

The declaration focuses on strong storms that hit different parts of the state in recent weeks.

Bailey Campaign To Donate Money From Registered Sex Offender: Report

The Republican nominee's campaign said it was unaware of the Rockford pastor's criminal history, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.

How Vaccine Changes Will Affect Children In Illinois

Here's what state health officials are saying about the 2026 pediatric vaccine schedule as a federal executive order seeks changes.

Pritzker Accuses Oil Companies Of "Profiteering" From Iran War, Demands Refunds And Price Cuts For Illinois

Pritzker accuses them of using "the guise of supply disruptions" from the war to collect these record-setting profits.

Giannoulias Launches Pilot Program To Make Handicap Placards Easier To Obtain In Illinois

Before this, disability placards were primarily provided to people with disabilities who drive themselves.

IL Among 25 States To Sue Trump, Arguing New Tariffs Unlawful

“For the third time, I stand with my colleagues across the country to fight the Trump administration’s illegal tariffs," Kwame Raoul said.

Illinois Program To Deliver $400 To Residents Who Lost SNAP Benefits

Eligible Illinois residents who lost SNAP under new federal rules should see automatic LINK deposits starting Aug. 1.

Republican Darren Bailey Seeks To Classify Any Organization Receiving $10K In State Grants As 'Public Body'

"Every other level of government here in Illinois is subject to FOIA," Aaron Del Mar said.

House Passes Bill Making Daylight Saving Time Permanent: How IL Reps Voted

If approved by the U.S. Senate, the twice-a-year clock changes will be gone for good.

Sens. Durbin, Duckworth Honor Memory Of Sen. Lindsey Graham

Sen. Dick Durbin has been trying to pass the DREAM Act since 2001, and credited Graham for crossing party lines to cosponsor it.

Pritzker To Sign Illinois Bill Aimed At Artificial Intelligence Accountability

Senate Bill 315 passed unanimously in the Illinois state Senate and House of Representatives in May.

Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation After Severe Storms Across Illinois

Cook County is among 11 counties covered by the proclamation following months of tornadoes, flooding, hail and damaging winds.

What SNAP Ruling Means For Food Aid Benefits In Illinois

The Trump Administration contends the program, which helps nearly 39 million Americans, should not include soda and candy purchases.

New IL E-Bike Rules Could Go Into Effect Amid Suburban Safety Concerns

The law would create statewide standards for e-bikes, e-scooters and other micromobility devices, with more rules for faster devices.

These IL Laws Take Effect This Summer

New minimum wage, driver's license rules and more going into effect.

Pritzker Rips Bears' Stadium 'Fumbles,' Says Special Session Possible

The governor criticized the team’s shifting plans and said Illinois should not raise taxes for a stadium.

Illinois Earns 51/100 in New Financial Transparency Ranking

According to new national report by Truth in Accounting

IL Lawmakers Drop Ball On Bears Stadium, Pass $55B Budget

A last-ditch stadium bill cleared the Senate early Monday, but the House adjourned without voting on it, leaving the issue unresolved.

Bill To Let Felons Vote From Prison Draws Criticism From Republicans

House Bill 5414 would allow felons and other people in prison to have their voting rights restored just 21 days after conviction.

Pentagon Dump Of UFO Files Add Intrigue To IL Sightings

The National UFO Reporting Center was founded by noted UFO investigator Robert J. Gribble in 1974.

Poll Site Gun Ban Proposal Draws Pushback

Bill sponsors cite a rise in political violence around elections.

Illinois Bill Would Force Employers To Pay Employees Regular Wages For Jury Duty

“The ridiculously low rates that we pay jurors for a day of service can really be a burden,” Sen. Robert Martwick said.

Illinois Lawmakers Debating Competing Proposals On AI Liability In Catastrophes

"If this were a person on the other end of the screen, we would be charging them with murder," Uthmeier said.

Illinois Millionaire's Tax Moves Closer To November Ballot

The measure would implement a tax hike for those earning over $1 million.

Pritzker Announces Nearly $32M In Cannabis Loans On 4/20

The announcement fell on marijuana's unofficial holiday.

Illinoisans To Pay For Other's Abortion Services Under Proposed Grant Program

Some health insurance policyholders could begin automatically funding a grant program providing abortion for under- and uninsured women.

Illinois Has Most Government Units, But Consolidation Brings Challenges

A new report says Illinois is among the most fragmented states in the nation when it comes to local government.

Pritzker Tells Voters To Push ICE Agents 'Out Of The Way' At Polls: IL Gubernatorial Election 2026

Republican candidate Darren Bailey, who has yet to be endorsed by President Trump, blames his opponent for federal agents being needed.

Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan's Attorneys To Make Case In Appeal Of Conviction

Madigan, who turns 84 later this month, reported to a minimum-security prison camp in Morgantown, West Virginia, in October 2025.

Pritzker Calls For Trump's Removal Over 'Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight' Post Regarding Iran

President Donald Trump said "one of the most important moments in the long and complex history of the World" will occur Tuesday night.

Female Prison Workers Can Sue IDOC Over Inmate Obscene Acts

A federal judge will let female Pontiac Correctional Center workers proceed with their class action accusing the state and Illinois Depa ...

Bailey Seeks To Distance Himself From Trump, Shore Up Chicago Area Support In Pritzker Rematch

The Republican primary winners joined forces on Wednesday at a breakfast in Naperville, calling it a sign of party unity.

Where Big Spending Won – And Lost – In The Illinois Primary

Democrats ushered in a new generation of lawmakers, picking five new nominees for Congress in open seats for the midterms.