Bill incentivizes energy storage, lifts nuclear moratorium, gives regulators new powers

After weeks of criticizing federal immigration raids, state lawmakers took legislative action

Funding for downstate transit agencies decreases from previous plan

Advocates say devoting state funds to food pantries will not fill gap left by federal shutdown.

Proponents say energy storage, efficiency programs will save money, critics wary of claims

The move comes amid a rise in threats and harassment against those in elected office

The state’s supermajority party could still reconvene to redraw maps in order to keep up with Republican gerrymandering efforts, but serious logistical questions remain.

Nearly 2M Illinoisans could lose benefits as federal shutdown continues

State Representative Kevin Olickal, a Skokie Democrat, said the revenue from the fees would go to a fund to support those impacted by gun violence and their families. He said the fees will depend on the safety features of specific weapons sold and how many injuries are attributed to them.

Illinois lawmakers have one week of session left this year. We discuss what might get done.