Illinois

State Gets Another Concealed-Carry Extension

Mike Moen — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:41:06 +0000

Illinois now has until July 22nd to enact a concealed-carry law. That's after the U.S. Supreme Court granted a request by the state Attorney General to push back the deadline.

Concealed-Carry Bill Might Need Changes

Amanda Vinicky — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:16:51 +0000

The sponsor of the concealed carry bill says it needs a minor fix amid concerns about transparency. The measure was drafted after a federal court ruled Illinois' concealed carry ban unconstitutional. It's still being reviewed by Governor Pat Quinn.

Is Job Poaching Between States Worth It?

Mike Moen — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:35:25 +0000

Attempting to lure a company from one state to another isn’t new. But some governors are attracting plenty of attention for so-called “job-poaching.” Illinois is one of several states that have been targeted by such efforts. But is it an effective strategy?

Illinois Still Trying To Change Juvenile Sentencing Law

Mike Moen — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 07:49:52 +0000

The U.S. Supreme Court says it’s unconstitutional to sentence a juvenile offender to life in prison without parole. It’s been a year since that ruling was handed down. But Illinois has yet to update its law to reflect the ruling.

Concealed Carry Bill Sent To Illinois Governor

WNIJ — Fri, 31 May 2013 22:47:15 +0000

Governor Pat Quinn says he will “review” legislation allowing people to carry guns in public. The measure cleared the General Assembly Friday afternoon.