New Illinois law grants unpaid, job-protected leave for parents of NICU babies

An Illinois law giving parents leave from work when their newborn is admitted to special hospital care has taken effect as of June 1.

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WREX

Chicago’s top federal prosecutor details unusual briefing of grand jury ahead of ‘Broadview Six’ indictment

U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros released an unorthodox five-page report just hours after Sens. Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth called for his resignation over the handling of the tainted Broadview prosecution.

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Chicago Sun-Times

Participate in the IJC Remote Access Task Force’s Survey

Posted on June 2, 2026 by Marybeth Stanziola

The Illinois Judicial Conference (IJC) created the Remote Access Task Force pursuant to the core values and goals set forth in the 2026-2028 Illinois Judicial Branch Strategic Agenda. The IJC believes remote court appearances increase the efficiency, effectiveness, and accessibility of the courts while building trust and confidence in the judicial branch.

Illinois lawmakers approve e-bike regulations with bipartisan support

Illinois lawmakers have passed legislation to regulate e-bikes to keep them from operating on sidewalks and to have statewide regulations for police to enforce.

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WGLT

Illinois Legislature bans new immigration detention centers near homes and schools

A bill awaiting Gov. JB Pritzker’s signature would bar new immigration detention centers from being built within 1,500 feet of certain community buildings.

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Chicago Sun-Times

Judge stops Illinois law banning some credit card fees from taking effect

Financial institutions seeking to stop Illinois’ novel law banning certain credit card fees notched wins in both the state legislature and federal court on Monday, after a federal judge issued a permanent injunction on the law in question.

From: 
Chicago Tribune