Illinois officials react to President Trump's second inauguration, with Republicans optimistic and Democrats concerned about potential negative impacts on immigration and LGBTQ+ rights.

Chicago's immigration advocates brace for potential mass deportations with Trump's inauguration, stressing residents’ rights and city's sanctuary status amidst enforcement anxiety.

Chicago officials prepare for clashes with Trump's policies on immigration and public safety funding, standing firm against deportation raids and potential policy reversals affecting multiple local issues.

The U.S. Supreme Court will decide on the fate of the Universal Service Fund, which supports telecom services in U.S. rural areas, following a dispute over FCC’s authority.

Illinois and 52 regulators fined Bayview Companies $20 million for insufficient cybersecurity and lack of cooperation after a data breach affecting 5.8 million customers.

Illinois and 47 other states took coordinated enforcement action against Block, Inc. for BSA and AML regulation breaches related to its Cash App service.

Nora Leerhsen is appointed as the interim president of the Chicago Transit Authority, succeeding Dorval Carter Jr. She will serve until a permanent president is confirmed.

Alex Arroyo was confirmed by Kane County Board to represent District 7, succeeding Dr. Monica Silva, and brings a history of educational and community involvement.

The Illinois Attorney General filed a lawsuit against Deere & Company, supported by the FTC and Minnesota AG, over alleged unfair repair practices limiting farmers' ability to fix their equipment.

Kendall County offices in Yorkville will relocate temporarily to the courthouse due to a major renovation of the existing facility, affecting services from January 17-24.

Illinois joins 14 states to defend health insurance access for DACA recipients, with AG Kwame Raoul emphasizing the importance of ACA marketplace access for their health and public contributions.

The Supreme Court is considering whether to send former Chicago Alderman Patrick Daley Thompson's conviction appeal to a lower court, focusing on the definition of "false statements" under anti-corruption laws.

Illinois legislators propose a bill to decriminalize sex work, influenced by advocacy from a coalition of sex workers aiming to improve safety and access to services.