Capitol News
Federal shutdown, budget cuts challenge state policymakers
Chair of House health and human services budget committee discusses challenges state faces from turmoil in federally funded programs.
Read MoreRestrictions on federal immigration agents’ use of riot control weapons extended indefinitely
A federal judge has extended restrictions on federal immigration officers’ use of force against protesters, including weapons like tear gas.
Read MoreNo fare hikes or service cuts for Chicago transit agencies, RTA chair says
The Regional Transportation Authority approved new budget estimates showing the fiscal cliff will be avoided.
Read More‘Clean Slate’ Act passes after failing to clear legislature in past years
The measure could automate record sealing for over two million eligible Illinoisians.
Read MoreJudge orders ICE to clean up conditions in Broadview facility that’s ‘become a prison’
A federal judge issued a TRO, stating ICE must provide humane treatment for immigrants being held at Broadview.
Read MoreInmate families, advocates speak against mail scanning program
IDOC launched its mail scanning program on an emergency basis in August but is now seeking to make it permanent.
Read MoreLegislature passes ‘medical aid in dying’ bill that governor says he will review
The measure passed with the minimum votes needed in the Senate.
Read MoreIllinois lawmakers approve state-specific vaccine guidelines, punt on gambling bill
State-specific vaccine guidelines included among two-dozen bills passed during fall veto session.
Read MoreJudge calls alleged conditions at Broadview ICE facility ‘unnecessarily cruel’ after day of testimony
A federal judge said he’ll issue a temporary restraining order Wednesday over alleged deplorable conditions in Broadview.
Read MoreIllinois bill ‘decouples’ state, federal taxes, raising revenue and angering businesses
Tax policy changes could largely eliminate a projected deficit in the current fiscal year.
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