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‘I lost everything’: Venezuelans were rounded up in a dramatic midnight raid but never charged with a crime
‘I lost everything’: Venezuelans were rounded up in a dramatic midnight raid but never charged with a crime
Written by Melissa Sanchez, Jodi S. Cohen, T. Christian Miller, Sebastian Rotella and Mariam Elba, Originally published by ProPublica On
capitolnewsillinois.com
November 15, 2025 at 3:24 PM
‘I lost everything’: Venezuelans were rounded up in a dramatic midnight raid but never charged with a crime
Fine denies AIPAC support despite planned fundraiser with group’s president
Fine denies AIPAC support despite planned fundraiser with group’s president - Evanston Now
Congressional candidate told columnist that she "whole heartedly disagree[s]" with group's fundraising emails.
evanstonnow.com
November 15, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Fine denies AIPAC support despite planned fundraiser with group’s president
Illinois Senate Democrats celebrate the opening of IATSE Local 2's new training center
Illinois Senate Democrats celebrate the opening of IATSE Local 2’s new training center
CHICAGO – Members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus applauded the opening of a new training center for the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local 2 Stagehands, thanks to a...
www.illinoissenatedemocrats.com
November 15, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Illinois Senate Democrats celebrate the opening of IATSE Local 2's new training center
Durbin takes heat for shutdown vote, 'Broadview Six' arraigned | Weekly Wrap Up
Durbin takes heat for shutdown vote, 'Broadview Six' arraigned | Weekly Wrap Up
Sen. Dick Durbin's vote helped reopen the government after a record-long shutdown of more than six weeks. But prominent Illinois Democrats, such as Gov. JB P...
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November 15, 2025 at 1:02 AM
Durbin takes heat for shutdown vote, 'Broadview Six' arraigned | Weekly Wrap Up
State Week: Durbin's vote rankles many Democrats
State Week: Durbin's vote rankles many Democrats
The retiring senator was among a handful of Democratic lawmakers to help Republicans reopen the federal government after the longest-ever shutdown.
www.nprillinois.org
November 15, 2025 at 12:55 AM
State Week: Durbin's vote rankles many Democrats
Tiffany Henyard's replacement earning ire from her friends — and foes
Tiffany Henyard’s replacement earning ire from her friends — and foes
Napoleon Harris, the current Thornton Township Supervisor, is facing an election challenge from two of his former deputies and a longtime critic, who allege that his nominating petitions contain du…
wgntv.com
November 15, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Tiffany Henyard's replacement earning ire from her friends — and foes
New Illinois law gives officers the option not to arrest minors in DV cases
New Illinois law gives officers the option not to arrest minors in DV cases
A new law, known as Public Act 104-0290, was passed on Thursday, November 13th, concerning domestic violence involving juveniles.
www.mystateline.com
November 15, 2025 at 12:02 AM
New Illinois law gives officers the option not to arrest minors in DV cases
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS FIREBRAND GOP CANDIDATE, ANGELA EVANS, DRIVES HOME LAME DUCK RESULTS IN SPRINGFIELD
Letter to the Editor: SOUTHERN ILLINOIS FIREBRAND GOP CANDIDATE, ANGELA EVANS, DRIVES HOME LAME DUCK RESULTS IN SPRINGFIELD — The Villagers Voice
"Your Voice That Bridges The Area Communities Together."
www.thevillagersvoice.com
November 14, 2025 at 11:55 PM
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS FIREBRAND GOP CANDIDATE, ANGELA EVANS, DRIVES HOME LAME DUCK RESULTS IN SPRINGFIELD
From new train lines to parking regulations: What else is in Illinois’ transit bill
From new train lines to parking regulations: What else is in Illinois’ transit bill
Article Summary A sweeping bill overhauling public transportation in Illinois included more than just operations funding and governance reforms. Peoria
capitolnewsillinois.com
November 14, 2025 at 11:48 PM
From new train lines to parking regulations: What else is in Illinois’ transit bill
Pritzker committed to getting homeowner insurance reform plan across finish line in 2026
Pritzker committed to getting homeowner insurance reform plan across finish line in 2026
The Democrat is continuing a battle with State Farm after an insurance reform plan failed to pass out of the House last month.
www.wandtv.com
November 14, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Pritzker committed to getting homeowner insurance reform plan across finish line in 2026
Isabel’s afternoon roundup
Capitol Fax.com - Your Illinois News Radar » Isabel’s afternoon roundup
Only 2.6% on list of 614 ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ arrestees had criminal histories, DOJ records show
capitolfax.com
November 14, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Isabel’s afternoon roundup
Mason Bill Taps Geothermal Energy to Lower Power Costs, Environmental Impact
» Mason Bill Taps Geothermal Energy to Lower Power Costs, Environmental Impact
GURNEE, Ill. – Illinois residents and property owners will be able to use geothermal energy systems for power—a more affordable, efficient, and environmentally-friendly power source—under a bill...
ilhousedems.com
November 14, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Mason Bill Taps Geothermal Energy to Lower Power Costs, Environmental Impact
Moeller Passes Legislation to Address Unaccountable Civil Immigration Enforcement
» Moeller Passes Legislation to Address Unaccountable Civil Immigration Enforcement
ELGIN, Ill. — State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, passed a sweeping civil rights and community-protection bill during the state’s fall legislative session that promises to safeguard immigrant families...
ilhousedems.com
November 14, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Moeller Passes Legislation to Address Unaccountable Civil Immigration Enforcement
Moeller Advances Major Initiatives Addressing Cost-of- Living Issues for Working Families and Older Adults, Reforming Transit, Protecting Due Process
» Moeller Advances Major Initiatives Addressing Cost-of- Living Issues for Working Families and Older Adults, Reforming Transit, Protecting Due Process
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.—Affordable public transit, relief from rising costs, and new protections safeguarding Illinoisans’ due process rights were top priorities for state Rep. Anna Moeller, D- Elgin, during...
ilhousedems.com
November 14, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Moeller Advances Major Initiatives Addressing Cost-of- Living Issues for Working Families and Older Adults, Reforming Transit, Protecting Due Process
Report: Indiana Senate won’t convene to take up redistricting bill
Capitol Fax.com - Your Illinois News Radar » Report: Indiana Senate won’t convene to take up redistricting bill
* As you’ll recall, Gov. JB Pritzker said he would push for a congressional remap here if Indiana redrew its congressional boundaries. From an Indiana Statehouse reporter…
capitolfax.com
November 14, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Report: Indiana Senate won’t convene to take up redistricting bill
Illinois Sports Bettors Quickly Adapting To New Ticket Tax
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November 14, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Illinois Sports Bettors Quickly Adapting To New Ticket Tax
Pritzker’s attack on surging home-insurance rates killed in Springfield
Pritzker’s attack on surging home-insurance rates killed in Springfield
Gov. JB Pritzker wanted state rate-review powers after Illinois’ State Farm rates increased 50 percent in three years.
therealdeal.com
November 14, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Pritzker’s attack on surging home-insurance rates killed in Springfield
Catching up with the congressionals
Capitol Fax.com - Your Illinois News Radar » Catching up with the congressionals
* Evanston Now reporter Mathew Eadie covered a 9th Congressional District candidate forum last night…
capitolfax.com
November 14, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Catching up with the congressionals
Buckner Responds to Trump Lies about Chicago’s “Magnificent Mile”
» Buckner Responds to Trump Lies about Chicago’s “Magnificent Mile”
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, responded to Donald Trump’s lies about Chicago’s iconic business corridor, the “Magnificent Mile:”
ilhousedems.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Buckner Responds to Trump Lies about Chicago’s “Magnificent Mile”
Deuter Measure Would Increase Workers’ Compensation Burial Expenses Amount, Better Support Families
» Deuter Measure Would Increase Workers’ Compensation Burial Expenses Amount, Better Support Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In the tragic event of an accidental death on a job, a proposal from state Rep. Marti Deuter, D-Elmhurst, would ensure impacted families receive $10,000 from the employer for burial...
ilhousedems.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Deuter Measure Would Increase Workers’ Compensation Burial Expenses Amount, Better Support Families
Property Tax Relief Remains DeLuca’s Top Priority
» Property Tax Relief Remains DeLuca’s Top Priority
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Building on his longtime efforts to lower property taxes for homeowners, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, voted for the senior property tax freeze income threshold increase to better protect...
ilhousedems.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Property Tax Relief Remains DeLuca’s Top Priority
Delgado Passes Law Promoting Accountability in Civil Immigration Enforcement, Denounces ‘Midway Blitz’
» Delgado Passes Law Promoting Accountability in Civil Immigration Enforcement, Denounces ‘Midway Blitz’
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, is pushing back on the inhumane “Operation Midway Blitz” by backing legislation to prevent certain civil immigration operations in designated...
ilhousedems.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Delgado Passes Law Promoting Accountability in Civil Immigration Enforcement, Denounces ‘Midway Blitz’
DeLuca Measure Creates Path to Resolve Water Issue between Chicago Heights and Ford Heights
» DeLuca Measure Creates Path to Resolve Water Issue between Chicago Heights and Ford Heights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – After years of delays, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, recently passed a plan to help collect nearly $2 million in unpaid water bills Ford Heights owes Chicago Heights.
ilhousedems.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:24 PM
DeLuca Measure Creates Path to Resolve Water Issue between Chicago Heights and Ford Heights
Chung Hosts Blood Drive on December 1
» Chung Hosts Blood Drive on December 1
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, is hosting a blood drive with the Red Cross on Monday, Dec. 1. The drive will be at Bloomington VFW #454 on 1006 E Lincoln St. in Bloomington...
ilhousedems.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Chung Hosts Blood Drive on December 1
Quad-Cities leaders discuss report on Illinois schools, including funding, mental health
Quad-Cities leaders discuss report on Illinois schools, including funding, mental health
School and public officials came together to talk about issues facing Illinois such as chronic absenteeism, declining mental health and affordability.
qctimes.com
November 14, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Quad-Cities leaders discuss report on Illinois schools, including funding, mental health