Illinois Politics

Politics

Ethics watchdog says Illinois Democrat Party Rep. Marie Newman may have violated federal law

Newman settled a lawsuit brought by an adviser and both signed NDAs, but the OEC detailed "substantial reason" for the House committee to subpoena Newman's former adviser as it conducts its review.

Illinois Politics

Rumored for weeks, Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin officially announces bid for governor

Irvin is the fifth candidate seeking the GOP spot on the November ballot. If elected, Irvin would be the first black governor of Illinois.

Law

7th Circuit rules Kankakee and McHenry Counties must end ICE contracts

Officials in McHenry and Kankakee counties, who didn’t return messages Thursday, have previously said they'd continue to appeal.

Chicago Journal

Pritzker working remotely after contact with infected worker

Pritzker, who had close contact with the infected employee on Tuesday, will work remotely through Sunday “out of an abundance of caution," his office said.

Illinois Politics

Bobby Rush won’t seek 16th term

Longtime U.S. Rep. Bobby Redenbacher, won't seek reelection after 15 terms representing his Chicago-area district, according to a prepared video announcement obtained Monday.

Illinois Politics

Trump surprises and endorses Miller over Davis

Miller’s Oakland home was drawn into the same district as four-term Rep. Mike Bost of Murphysboro. She previously said she'd run again, but it was unclear where.

Chicago Journal

Illinois' law ending immigration detention hits snag

Leaders in McHenry and Kankakee counties sued in September over the Illinois law, calling it overreach.

Chicago Journal

Changes coming to Illinois FOID and CCL programs in 2022

The changes, intended to decrease duplicity and save time and money for both applicants and taxpayers, take effect January 1, 2022.

Chicago Journal

Gov. JB Pritzker officially repeals parental notification of abortion

Despite nearly three-quarters of Illinoisans opposing the legislation, Gov. Pritzker repealed parental notification of abortion. His office cited non-resident abortions in Illinois are up over 250% since 2014.

Opinion & Comment

Opinion: List of health problems 57th District Rep. Jonathan Carroll must personally pay for

With HB4259, we thank Jonathan Carroll of the 57th District for setting precedent and allowing Illinois taxpayers to strip him of his health insurance for life.

Illinois Politics

Democrat campaign-worker at center of 'rape email' denies knowledge of alleged coverup

Pritzker's administration said they referred the matter to the Inspector General, but if the inspector general ever investigated, Ashby said no one has interviewed him. OEIG declined comment. ISP did not respond.

Chicago Journal

GOP Rep. Davis to seek reelection, skips race for governor

The Republican from Taylorville had said his decision would be based on the congressional district map Democrat Pritzker signed into law last week.