Regional & State News
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Biometric Information Privacy Act subject of hundreds of lawsuits, several high-profile settlements
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Bill would give secretary of state more power to enforce ethics laws
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The nearly 30-foot tall statue has welcomed visitors along Route 66 for decades.
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A mining truck manufactured by Komatsu was crowned the winner of the 2024 “Makers Madness” contest, earning the title of “the coolest thing made in Illinois” at the Governor’s Mansion Wednesday.
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Natural gas is fueling a fight between consumer advocates, a powerful utility company and the state. Amid competing advertising campaigns, accusations of mismanagement and state decarbonization efforts, the Illinois Commerce Commission is starting a process that will shape how the state regulates the increasingly controversial industry.
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Governor calling for sweeping changes in regulation; report shows state facing skyrocketing costs.
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Mental health services in Illinois prisons are among the worst in the country, creating “abysmal and harmful” conditions for staff and inmates, with Pontiac Correctional Center fostering a “disgusting and neglected environment,” according to a consultant’s report on mental health care in Illinois facilities.
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Gov. J.B. Pritzker wants a Department of Early Childhood in his cabinet.
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Kane County man was ordered to move after first being told he could buy home
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Opponents say eliminating the tip credit will lead to decreased hours and layoffs for staff
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The machines located at museums and tourist sites for decades are part of a new exhibit.
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In a visit to Chicago on Wednesday, U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland announced $78 million in federal grant funding for community-based anti-violence programs.