Student-Led Illinois Bill Would Require Vape Disposal Programs
Two Illinois high school students are proving you don't have to be old enough to vote to make a difference.
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New Illinois Bill Could End All-Day Service Appointment Waits
Illinois Senate Bill 3066 aims to limit service appointment windows to two hours. It may reduce frustrating wait times, but critics wonder if it’s the state’s most urgent issue.
JB Pritzker Pushes Statewide Cellphone Ban in Illinois Schools
Governor JB Pritzker announced that he's once again pushing for a statewide cellphone ban in Illinois schools.
New IL House Bill Would Ban Tear Gas & Regulate Pepper Spray
Under the bill, pepper spray formulas would need state approval before being sold or used in Illinois.
Illinois Woman Accused of Threatening to Kill Teen Over Politics
A woman from Wilmington, Illinois is facing multiple domestic battery charges after police say she assaulted a 15-year-old girl during an argument inside an apartment.
Proposed Illinois Measure Cracks Down on Online Drug Advertising
A new Illinois bill is looking to crack down on the sale and advertising of pharmaceutical drugs on social media.
Illinois Lawmakers Want to Make This Illegal Starting June 1
Get ready for a potential shake-up in local convenience stores — flavored tobacco products could soon be off the shelves.
Illinois House Bill Would Legalize Backyard Chickens In The State
In a world where city laws can be as varied as the neighborhoods they govern, chickens might soon have a more secure home in Illinois backyards.
See a Street Sign on the Ground? Here’s What Illinois Law Says
If the street sign is on the ground, is it fair game for anyone to take?
New Illinois Bill Could Charge Residents for Campfires
A new Illinois bill could require a $5 permit every time you light a campfire or fire pit. Supporters say it’s about safety. Critics call it a campfire tax.