Advocates are seeking to ban a specific gun design that they say can be easily modified into an automatic weapon. Glock is the most common seller of the design.

Illinois lawmakers are moving closer to the May 31st end of the legislative session as leaders of the Republican super-minority push for a stronger voice in developing a budget

The Illinois Senate advanced 40 bills on Wednesday, including a bill allowing minors to consent to receiving birth control services without the need for a parent or other person's consent.

House Bill 228 would make it unlawful for any business to advertise, display or offer a price for a good or service that does not include all mandatory fees or surcharges before taxes.

The Logan County Board on Tuesday approved a 12-month moratorium for data centers in order to develop regulations for the large-scale projects.

The ordinance initially was slated to provide $50,000 annually, but a compromise amendment to the ordinance granted an additional $75,000 through the state's crime prevention cannabis fund.

The fine was doubled to $20 to address concerns from local businesses, who fear overparked cars deny access to potential customers.

Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher and Sangamon County Board Chairman Andy Van Meter addressed the annual State of Greater Springfield hosted by the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday at President Abraham Lincoln Hotel by Doubletree.

Turner said " When it comes to putting our community first, investments like this build a strong foundation for residents to enjoy."

In a brief statement the party acknowledged that Bob Grogan was elected on Monday to replace Salvi, who had been on the job since July 2024.