Illinois lawmakers gathered Tuesday to highlight the rise of antisemitism in the state, pointing to a 59% increase in incidents this year, with over 335 cases reported. The #StopTheHate campaign, championed by Democrat legislators like state Sen. Laura Fine and Rep. Tracy Katz Muhl, urged citizens to "communicate with empathy" to combat hate. However, questions remain about the lack of specific action against antisemitic violence, particularly on college campuses.
Illinois lawmakers are facing pushback from small business owners as the state’s spring legislative session nears its end. Proposals to expand gambling by allowing internet casinos appear to be stalling for now, but one key legislator says the idea isn’t dead yet.
The Memorial Day 2025 Wall of Remembrance is now on display at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield, offering a powerful tribute to the men and women who gave their lives in service to the nation. Unveiled by Illinois Senate Republicans on Thursday, the display features photos and remembrances that cycle on a large screen in the Capitol rotunda.
Proposals to expand Illinois’ gambling laws to allow internet casinos are facing resistance as the spring legislative session nears its end, but some lawmakers say there’s still a chance it could happen. State Rep. Bob Rita, D-Blue Island, a key figure in previous gambling expansions, noted that with just days left before adjournment, “anything is possible.”
Illinois lawmakers return to Springfield Tuesday with just 11 days left to finalize the state's annual budget. Governor J.B. Pritzker has proposed a nearly $55 billion spending plan—the largest in Illinois history. Despite revenue coming in lower than expected, Pritzker claims his administration is crafting a "tight budget."
Illinois gun shops are bracing for disruption as the Illinois State Police (ISP) prepares to take down its Firearm Owner’s Identification (FOID) verification system for maintenance. The planned outage, set from 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, through 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, will prevent retailers from validating FOID cards — effectively halting all legal ammunition and firearm sales during that time.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stood alongside grieving Angel Families in Springfield, Illinois, to demand an end to the state’s sanctuary policies. Noem called out Governor JB Pritzker directly, accusing him of protecting criminal illegal aliens at the expense of law-abiding citizens and families who have lost loved ones.
An Illinois lawmaker is leading a charge to relocate the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) from Washington, D.C., into the heartland of America. State Rep. Regan Deering, R-Decatur, introduced House Resolution 177, urging President Donald Trump and Congress to move the USDA to central Illinois.
Illinois college campuses are feeling the heat as the Trump administration’s campaign against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives picks up momentum. Dozens of institutions nationwide, including several in Illinois, are under federal investigation for alleged racial discrimination tied to DEI programs, with the threat of losing federal funding looming large.
Illinois House Republicans are calling out Democrat-led state leadership for failing to act on legislation aimed at reducing what is now considered the highest overall tax burden in the United States. Despite a package of GOP-sponsored tax relief bills introduced this session, none have gained traction in the General Assembly.
