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Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton launching PAC to help potential Senate bid if Durbin does not run again

Lynn Sweet
Jan 27, 2025 1:09 pm - Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton launched her Level Up PAC on Monday, positioning herself to run for the U.S. Senate next year if Sen. Dick Durbin chooses not to seek reelection.
An ‘unwavering’ public servant: Republican state Sen. Dan McConchie resigning

By Russell Lissau
Jan 27, 2025 10:33 am - Republican state Sen. Dan McConchie of Hawthorn Woods will resign effective Feb. 2.
Illinois can overcome its challenging budget realities

By Frank Manzo IV
Jan 26, 2025 5:49 am - To overcome a challenging fiscal environment, Illinois should find operational efficiencies and continue its commitment to fiscally responsible budgeting while making necessary improvements to our transportation systems, addressing education needs, and continuing to improve pensions.
Metra fare hikes, 40% service reduction looms without funding fix

By Marni Pyke
Jan 22, 2025 5:08 pm - Higher fares, fewer trains in the forecast for Metra if a funding solution can’t be found in next four months, the agency’s executive director said Wednesday.
Votes on 3 long-neglected state issues can help Illinois businesses

By Matt Paprocki
Jan 19, 2025 5:26 am - On April 1, nine suburban townships will ask their community of voters about three pressing issues affecting Illinois and its business environment. Advisory questions in...
Illinois Supreme Court hears arguments on a challenge to Illinois' concealed carry law

By ISMAEL M. BELKOURA
Jan 18, 2025 9:51 am - Amid multiple recent challenges to state gun control laws, the Illinois Supreme Court heard arguments on Tuesday concerning the constitutionality of concealed carry licenses and open carry bans.
Michael Madigan rests his case against federal racketeering claims; closing arguments set for next week

Jon Seidel and Tina Sfondeles
Jan 16, 2025 5:09 pm - Former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan’s legal team rested their case Thursday, hoping to convince jurors that prosecutors overreached by bringing a historic racketeering conspiracy claim against the man once considered Illinois’ most powerful politician.
Illinoisans may be able to file federal taxes for free

ByJade Aubrey and UIS Public Affairs Reporting
Jan 16, 2025 1:33 pm - Many Illinois residents will be able to use the IRS Direct File service to electronically prepare and file their 2024 federal tax returns for free. Almost 2 million eligible Illinois taxpayers will be able to use Direct File starting Jan. 27.
Stephens named to leadership post in state House

Daily Herald report
Jan 15, 2025 7:22 am - State Rep. Brad Stephens, a Republican from Rosemont, has been appointed assistant house minority leader for the 104th General Assembly.
What’s in Giannoulias’ plan to end road test for drivers 86 and younger? Let families report at-risk drivers

By Marni Pyke
Jan 14, 2025 6:33 pm - Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said he’s optimistic new bipartisan legislation seeking to increase the age for mandated road tests from 79 to 87 will succeed where similar bills failed.

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