IL Among States Pushing Back On Library Book Bans

Several states are considering varying degrees of prohibitions on book bans, including Illinois.

Parole Board Chair And Board Member Resign Amid Controversy Over Release Of Man Accused Of Killing Boy, Stabbing His Mom

The release happened despite Smith pleading in court last month trying to get a protective order against Brand.

Illinois Primary Results: 'Shockingly Low' Turnout, Few Surprises

A presidential rematch is guaranteed, while several incumbents once again snagged their party's nomination.

Biden, Trump Win IL Primaries After Already Clinching Nominations

Challengers to both Biden and Trump remained on Illinois' ballot, though all but one had already officially ended their campaigns.

Illinois Primary 2024: What's On The Ballot, What You Should Know

Amid reports of low early voter turnout and a presidential primary that's already decided, there are still some contested races in Illinois.

204 Titles Challenged In Book Bans In Illinois in 2020-23

More than 4,000 book titles across the country were targeted for censorship in 2023, according to the American Library Association.

What To Expect In IL Presidential, State Primaries: AP Decision Notes

Three incumbent congressmen face tough challenges from within their own parties in Tuesday’s primaries in Illinois.

Southern IL GOP Candidates Race To Win Trump Conservatives

As it winds down to a March 19 primary showdown, the race could be seen as a measure of Trump's clout.

How IL House Lawmakers Voted On The TikTok Ban

The Illinois congressional delegation voted with the majority on a bill that could lead to a nationwide ban of the popular video app TikTok.

Illinois State Capitol Locked Down Due To Threat: Police

Illinois Secretary of State police conducted a sweep of the building Tuesday afternoon.

As Libraries Struggle To Afford E-Book Demand, New Laws Proposed In IL

Lawmakers in states including Connecticut, Massachusetts, Illinois and New Hampshire have bills aimed at closing the affordability gap.

Pentagon Releases New UFO Report; See Latest Reported Sightings In IL

More than 40 percent of Americans think UFOs are alien spacecraft from other planets or galaxies.

SCOTUS Blocks Trump's Removal From Ballot Over Insurrection Clause

The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously restored Donald Trump to Republican primary ballots after officials in 3 states tried to disqualify him.

Trump Appeals Illinois Judge's Ruling Kicking Him Off Primary Ballot

Judge Tracie Porter found that former President Donald Trump is disqualified from office because he has "engaged in insurrection."

IL Student Loan Borrowers Could Get Email Saying Debt Is Erased

The plan, which ties monthly payments to how much borrowers earn, could ultimately lower monthly payments for about 20 million borrowers.

Pritzker's $53B Budget Includes Funds For Migrants, Schools, Computing

The budget proposes tax increases that will mostly target business, including a major sports betting tax hike.

GOP Lawmakers Blast Pritzker's Budget Request For More Migrant Funding

“It is a gigantic sum of money now that is crowding out other spending priorities that I think are worthwhile.”

Developer Says Banning Single-Family Zoning In Illinois Would End ‘American Dream'

“If we are serious about affordably housing more people, we should do away with the barriers that complicate that,” one lawmaker said.

Pritzker To Announce Additional $182 Million In Upcoming Budget For Migrants

Since August 2022, Illinois has received more than 35,000 migrants from the southern U.S. border.

Cook County's Gun, Ammo Tax Subject Of Illinois Appeals Court Hearing

The county's tax on firearms and ammunition continues to be the subject of controversy.

As Others Send Units To Southern Border, Illinois Sends National Guard To Mideast

More than 35,000 migrants have come to Illinois since August 2022, many of them arriving on buses from Texas.

Trump Stays On Illinois Ballot In Unanimous Ruling

The Illinois State Board of Elections said it did not have the power to remove him from the ballot over the Jan. 6 insurrection attempt.

State Board To Hold Hearing On If Donald Trump Should Be Removed From Illinois Ballots

The group Free Speech for People has spearheaded the effort to remove Trump's name from the ballot in Illinois and 17 other states.

Illinois Swatting Calls Three Times Higher In 2023 Than In 2022

"Swatting is extremely dangerous. Somebody could get hurt, somebody could get killed and it’s also extremely expensive."

Proposed Food Additive Ban In Illinois Would Be Strictest In The Nation

The bill’s sponsors said the additives have been linked to serious health problems, including hyperactivity, reproductive issues and cancer.

Pritzker Pleads With Texas Gov. To Stop Sending Migrants To IL

Citing sub-zero temperatures that are coming, Gov. J.B. Pritzker implored Gov. Greg Abbott to act humanely and stop sending migrants north.

Illinois Among Most Expensive States To Open A Restaurant, Survey Says

High costs and strict regulations make Illinois one of the hardest states in which to open a restaurant.

No Penalty For Missing Assault Weapons Registration Deadline: ISP

A law requiring owners to register assault weapons with the state by Jan. 1 doesn't outline punishment for non-compliance.

Trump Ballot Challenge Filed With Illinois State Board Of Elections

State election officials have been asked to disqualify former President Donald Trump from the ballot for his involvement in "insurrection."

Biden Pardons Thousands Of Pot Users: What It Means In IL

Recreational use of marijuana has been legal in Illinois in 2020 and Gov. J.B. Pritzker previously pardoned 9,000 low-level pot convictions.

20 New Illinois Laws That Could Change Your Life In 2024

Over 300 new laws are set to go on the books Jan. 1, 2024 in Illinois.

Home Buyers Getting Upper Hand In Real Estate Market

The Illinois housing market may be in the midst of a shift.

Illinois Supreme Court Rules FOIA Of FOID Information Not Allowed

You can't file a FOIA to get more information on your firearm owners ID card.

A book signing event with Donald Trump Jr. took place in Addison

At the event with Donald Trump Jr., organized by McHenry County GOPAC, guests received the best-selling book, "Letters to Trump."

Report Gives Illinois Nursing Homes Low Marks

Hundreds of nursing homes in Illinois were analyzed, and nearly half received a poor grade.

Pritzker Pledges Additional $160M To Assist Asylum Seekers In IL

The new round of funding is on top of the $478 million the state has invested in providing shelter and services for 24,000 migrants.

Biden To Visit Illinois, Meet With UAW Workers In Belvidere

President Joe Biden will arrive in the Rockford area on Thursday and travel to the soon-to-reopen Stellantis plant in Belvidere.

Illinois' Rate Of Mininum Wage Jumps To $14 In January

The $1 per hour increase is for workers 18 and up while tipped employees will also see a bump in pay before minimum wage hits $15 in 2025.

Illinois Craft Breweries Team Up For Beer Advent Calendar Box

The beers are not sold anywhere else, only as part of the calendar box.

Final Gun Ban Registry Hearing Has Some Looking For Committee To Block Rules

Despite an appeals court ruling upholding the law, some are looking for a legislative body to block gun ban registry rules.