Category: Illinois Capitol Bureau

Democratic lawmakers are continuing their push for legislation to fix the FOID card system. It could require Illinois gun owners to provide their…

The Senate Higher Education Committee debated a proposal Tuesday that could allow community college students to get a bachelor’s degree or…

Illinois State Police told a small group of lawmakers Tuesday morning that they’ve significantly improved the FOID card and CCL…

Democratic lawmakers are pushing for a bill that could establish a new education stipend program. The proposal would provide financial help to…

Congressman Rodney Davis joined two Republican members of the House Redistricting Committee Monday to push for an independent…

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services has faced decades of scrutiny over youth in care dying, director turnover, and lack of…

Advocates from the tourism and hospitality industry told House lawmakers Thursday that they need clarity and guidance during the COVID-19 pandemic’s…

Gov. JB Pritzker says Illinois is ready to open vaccine eligibility to anyone 16 and older on Monday. The state’s 102 counties will have busy…

The Senate Managed Care Organizations Subcommittee advanced a bill that could offer better access to healthcare for nursing home…

Democratic lawmakers want to create an option for people to get a bachelor’s degree or certification in early childhood education while attending…