The Illinois Supreme Court has released the Illinois Courts 2024 Annual Report. The Report contains a summary of the day-today operations of the Supreme, Appellate and Circuit Court, and highlights the work of Illinois judges, court managers, committees, AOIC and other justice partners who keep the trains running for the third branch of government.

Justice Lisa Holder White of the Supreme Court of Illinois has begun an application process for a Resident Circuit Judge vacancy in Winnebago County – in the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit – Subcircuit No. 1. The vacancy will result from the retirement of the Honorable John S. Lowry, effective December 31, 2025. Under the Illinois Constitution, judicial vacancies are filled by Supreme Court appointment. The application process will lead to final Court approval.

The ISBA Standing Committee on Women and the Law (WATL) is excited to announce its annual charity drive. This year, the focus is on supporting Special Olympics Illinois. WATL is graciously accepting donations in the form of items from the Special Olympics Illinois' wishlist or monetary contributions. All donations will support athletes and their volunteer coaches at pools across Illinois.