Prairie State Wire

Proposal to expand short-term, limited duration insurance could hurt individuals in the long term

By Kyla Asbury | May 24, 2018

A proposed rule by the Trump Administration that expands short-term, limited-duration insurance (STLDI) plans could impact individuals in the long term.

Short-term insurance bill advances in Senate

By Angela Underwood | May 23, 2018

The Senate Insurance Committee unanimously approved an amendment Tuesday to regulate temporary, limited-length plans.

GOP senators continue to grill Rauner's budget director over paying pension deficit

By Angela Underwood | May 23, 2018

Hans Zigmund, new director of Gov. Bruce Rauner's Office of Management and Budget, had more explaining to do to three Republican lawmakers.

Illinois State's Attorneys Association troubled by Rauner's proposed burden of proof in death penalty cases

By W.J. Kennedy | May 23, 2018

Gov. Bruce Rauner is asking Illinois lawmakers to reinstate the death penalty under a burden of proof never before used in American courts.

Allegations of campaign misspending against Mautino headed back to State Board of Elections

By Karen Kidd | May 23, 2018

The Illinois State Board of Elections will again take up allegations against the state's embattled Auditor General Frank Mautino over more than $200,000 in possible illegal payments by his campaign committee following an appellate court opinion handed down earlier this week.

Illinois State Rifle Association wants members to file opposition to Firearms Industry Licensing Act

By Glenn Minnis | May 23, 2018

The Illinois State Rifle Association is encouraging members to express their displeasure with Senate Bill 337, known as the Firearms Industry Licensing Act, by filling out a witness slip in opposition.

2,614 borrowers in default on student loans after attending private colleges in Illinois

By LGIS Newsfeed | May 23, 2018

Columbus College Chicago, DePaul University and Roosevelt University, all based in Chicago, reported the largest share of borrowers at private higher education institutions who defaulted on school loans they started repaying in 2014, according to a Higher Education Tribune analysis of federal data.

Bill allowing medical marijuana to be administered on school grounds awaits Rauner's signature

By Angela Underwood | May 22, 2018

If Gov. Bruce Rauner signs off on HB4870, medical marijuana can be administered on school grounds.

Republicans allow anti-Trump resolution to pass Illinois House

By Glenn Minnis | May 22, 2018

The Illinois House, aided by 13 Republican members who abstained from voting, has passed a resolution urging members of Congress to reject President Donald Trump’s proposed infrastructure plan.

Firm of Illinois Manufacturing's lobbyist Baise rakes in nearly $2 million in consulting fees in 1st quarter

By LGIS News Service | May 22, 2018

A political consulting firm owned by the Illinois Manufacturing Association and run by its longtime lobbyist and chief executive, Greg Baise, collected a record $1.91 million in fees during the first quarter of 2018, according to filings with the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE).

Dodge: General election could create a climate of change in Illinois

By Glenn Minnis | May 22, 2018

Jim Dodge wants the blame to land where he thinks it should when talk of Illinois not being a favorable place to conduct or start a business kicks into high gear.

Sen. Rose 'railroaded' over incumbent by GOP in State Central Committeeman race, affidavit says

By Karen Kidd | May 21, 2018

A Fayette County Precinct committeeman said he was "confused" by a "nomination process" in April that somehow led to a win for state Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) over Robert Winchester, the longtime incumbent in the race for Republican State Central Committeeman in the 15th Congressional District, according to an affidavit obtained by Prairie State Wire.

IL Rising - The IL GOP and it's possible future

By LGIS News Service | May 21, 2018

With turmoil simmering beneath the surface and division coming to a head, the IL Rising team tackles the problems the GOP faces in Illinois.

IL Rising - The elections and how a progressive tax can change everything

By LGIS News Service | May 21, 2018

The IL Rising team takes a dive into how support of - or lack of support for - the progressive taxes may affect the primaries.

IL Rising - Is IL getting a statewide property tax?

By LGIS News Service | May 21, 2018

The IL Rising team discusses whether a statewide property tax increase is possible.

This week in Illinois history: June 4-10

By Robert Hadley | May 21, 2018

An unsolved murder, a first for a Hollywood star and a tragic fire all happened this week in Illinois history.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Illinois Municipal League director shares concerns about fund cuts

By Angela Underwood | 7 years ago

Illinois Municipal League Executive Director Brad Cole had no problem telling senators he was not pleased with a proposal to continue cuts to local governments.

Gun bill vetoed by Rauner returns to Senate floor with changes

By Angela Underwood | May 21, 2018

Gun legislation vetoed by Gov. Bruce Rauner brought on a healthy debate May 16 to the Senate floor.

From Chicago City Wire

Resolution rejecting federal infrastructure plan a bad idea, 2 GOP lawmakers say

By Angela Underwood | 7 years ago

A Democrat's demand for the federal government to bring a better infrastructure plan to the table did not go over well with two Republican lawmakers.

Demmer questions immigration legislation

By Angela Underwood | May 21, 2018

Rep. Tom Demmer (R-Dixon) doubts a Democratic-sponsored immigration bill will work.