Politics

Opponents raised concerns that a 24-hour notification policy creates an unnecessary burden for school administrators. #bullying

State Rep. Bob Morgan, D-Deerfield, who sponsored the legislation enabling the ban, was disappointed with McGlynn’s decision, but his office noted other elements of the law are intact. #gunban

House Bill 3677 would allow Illinois residents to obtain a three-year fishing, hunting, sportsmen’s combination or trapping license at three times the cost of an annual one. #illinois

“An airport like this will be a driving mechanism for the economy and will also be in close proximity to the largest inland port in the world, located 10 miles away in Joliet,” said David Lockman. #SouthlandBlackChamberOfCommerce

“Today’s approval of the relocation proposals for the Hollywood Aurora and Hollywood Joliet Casinos are a significant step in the regulatory process to bring new gaming venues to these host communities,” said IGB Administrator Marcus D. Fruchter. #IllinoisGamingBoardd

Illinois is no longer under an emergency declaration. Masking is not required in the vast majority of public spaces throughout the state... #mask #covid #sos

“Tobacco companies are aware that adding flavors to their products increases their appeal to consumers, especially our young people..." #cookcounty

Students can submit their artwork physically or electronically. #JonathanJackson

“It’s clear that Kim Foxx sees the writing on the wall and is not seeking re-election because she failed in every aspect as State’s Attorney. Cook County residents are sick and tired of watching her abdicate her basic responsibility to simply enforce the laws on the books and keep violent criminals off the streets,” said Illinois Republican Party Chairman Don Tracy. #ILGOP

Johnson has refused to condemn the rioters and said the young people were acting out of desperation. #violence