Pritzker responds to Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship: 'Unconstitutional'

Gov. JB Pritzker criticized President Donald Trump’s executive order Monday, which aims to end birthright citizenship, a policy long protected by the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

Paris on Politics: Trump's second presidency
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FOX 32's Paris Schutz examines how Donald Trump went from political outcast to President-elect in four short years.

Future of hemp in Illinois uncertain amid Delta-8 concerns

A controversial bill aimed at tightening restrictions on hemp products in Illinois failed to gain traction in the state legislature, leaving the future of the industry in limbo.

Illinois hemp regulation bill fails but debate persists amid Delta-8 concerns
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A controversial bill aimed at tightening restrictions on hemp products in Illinois failed to gain traction in the state legislature, leaving the future of the industry in limbo.

Indiana Republicans want to annex parts of Illinois
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Starting in 2020, non-binding referendums to secede from Illinois and create a new state have passed in 33 counties. Now, a high-ranking Republican in Indiana wants those counties to join Indiana instead of making a 51st state.

Mike Madigan's longtime business partner testifies in corruption trial | What he said
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As the federal corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan nears its end, his co-defendant, Michael McClain is once again demanding their trials be separated.

Madigan's longtime business partner testifies in corruption trial
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Michael Madigan, during his second day of cross-examination, was grilled about his law firm's earnings, his influence in state politics, and his relationships with key figures like former Ald. Danny Solis.

Cook County taxpayers to foot bill in dispute involving Board of Review commissioner

Cook County taxpayers are set to pay $180,000 as part of a settlement involving a wrongful termination lawsuit against Board of Review Commissioner Samantha Steele.

Madigan, business partner testify as co-defendant McClain seeks separate trial

As the federal corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan nears its end, his co-defendant, Michael McClain is once again demanding their trials be separated.

Illinois lawmakers introduce bill to decriminalize prostitution

Illinois State Senator Celina Villanueva and State Representative Will Guzzardi introduced new legislation Monday aimed at decriminalizing prostitution in the state. 

Madigan back on the stand for cross-examination
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Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan returned to the witness stand Monday afternoon in his federal corruption trial.

Could Illinois be the next state to decriminalize prostitution?
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Illinois lawmakers have introduced a bill to decriminalize sex work, aiming to improve safety and access to essential services for sex workers.

Chicago aldermen propose weakening sanctuary city protections
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As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office with promises of mass deportations, a proposal to amend Chicago?s Welcoming City Ordinance is reigniting debate over the city?s sanctuary status.

Illinois lawmaker pushes local reform after Trump becomes convicted felon

In the wake of President-elect Donald Trump’s felony conviction, Illinois State Representative La Shawn Ford is calling for a review of local election laws governing who can run for public office.