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Illinois Millionaire’s Tax Amendment Clears House Committee

The plan hinges on voter approval to rewrite Illinois’ flat‑tax rules.

Seventh Circuit Takes Madigan Appeal of Corruption Convictions Under Advisement

Pritzker Signs Medical Aid in Dying Law, Making Illinois First in the Midwest

Pritzker Weighs Illinois ‘Right-to-Die’ Bill After Narrow Overnight Senate Vote

Illinois Lawmakers Pass Medical Aid-in-Dying Bill, Sending It to Pritzker

RTA Sounds Alarm With One Week Left for Springfield to Avert Chicago Transit Fiscal Cliff

Judge Denies Madigan’s Bid to Remain Free Pending Appeal

Prosecutors Urge 12.5-Year Term and $1.5 Million Fine for Michael Madigan

Jury in Emil Jones III Bribery Trial Directed to Continue Deliberations After Deadlock Signal

Illinois Lawmakers Push to End Police Ticketing in Schools to Protect Student Civil Rights

Closing Arguments Begin in Michael Madigan Corruption Trial

Key Witness Testifies in Michael Madigan Corruption Trial Despite Health and Memory Issues

AT&T Illinois Bribery Scheme Tied to Madigan Corruption Trial Unfolds in Court

Madigan's Influence Over ComEd Exposed in Corruption Trial

Madigan Corruption Trial Reveals Secret Payments Amid Harassment Scandal

Judge Strikes Key Testimony in Madigan Corruption Trial

Madigan's Influence in ComEd Board Appointment Under Scrutiny in Corruption Trial

Madigan's Corruption Trial Unveils Alleged Power Plays and Bribery

Madigan Corruption Trial Unfolds with Testimonies and Defense Arguments

Madigan Corruption Trial Faces Delays Amid Jury Selection Challenges