Politics

Two bills place limits on litigation against Illinois businesses, while two other measures deal with property taxes and estate taxes. Illinois has among the highest property taxes in the nation. #taxes

Former Democratic Gov. Rod Blagojevich was barred from running for state or local office in Illinois after his impeachment in 2009, but the ban was specific to him. #corruption

“Studies have shown the significance of reading with our young children in their long-term academic success,” said Rep. Haas. #reading

It is being alleged that incoming Mayor Christina Neitzke-Troike is attempting to change the current form of government in Homer Glen #HomerGlen

“It’s common to hear that heroes walk among us, but to hear of such courage and strength for one’s neighbor truly demonstrates the heroism of Firefighter Haemker,” said Rep. Haas #JackieHaas

Because the individuals are not citizens, the federal government does not match the state’s contributions to the program. #healthcare

State Rep. Bob Morgan, D-Deerfield, said the stay keeps “killing machines that have caused carnage” off the streets. #gunban

Joyce’s legislation would create positions of certified youth firesetter interventionists in the Division of Arson Investigation within the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

The first honored the late Chicago Pastor Rich Schuler. #cookcounty

The bill, which already has bipartisan support in Congress and the backing of numerous medical associations and advocacy groups, is championed by Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin, who suffered a cardiac crisis during an NFL game in January. #AEDS