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A judge deemed a provision of the SAFE-T Act unconstitutional as part of a lawsuit involving 64 other counties, but reform will move ahead as planned in Chicago and its immediate suburbs.

Another whirlwind year of local news saw a string of City Hall denizens bowing out, thousands of families reeling from the ongoing epidemic of gun violence and a wave of new arrivals looking to get their footing.

Critics of a law to eliminate cash bail in Illinois starting Sunday fear a judge’s ruling that the plan is unconstitutional will create a chaotic system of pretrial release unless urgent action is taken

CHICAGO — One of the most popular prescription medications in the world is about to face fierce competition in the U.S. — something that could mean lower prices for the drug but a difficult coming year for the Illinois company that makes it.

In the private sector, when a big project goes more than 50% over budget and takes twice as long as promised, heads roll. For Illinois Democrats, however, it’s a cause for celebration.

Eleven candidates are running for mayor of Chicago, Illinois, in the February 28, 2023, general election.

Kankakee County Chief Judge Thomas Cunnington sided with prosecutors and sheriffs from across Illinois in ruling that the cash bail section of the legislation violates the Illinois Constitution. Attorney General Kwame Raoul has vowed to appeal.

White’s life has also been shaped immeasurably by his race and by the racism of others. Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin calls White a “legend in Illinois politics.”

Pink salmon earn Fish of the Year honors, a bit of an unorthodox FOTY because the honor usually goes to an individual angler and fish.

The finding raises questions about the qualifications of the investigators who are crucial in holding abusive guards accountable.

As we approach the end of the year, nonprofits across Chicagoland will receive more donations this month than any other time of the year. Inspired by the holiday spirit, donors are choosing to give to charities that serve those most affected by the ongoing economic downturn, including the Northern Illinois…