Illinois Supreme Court asked to hear constitutional challenge case

Plaintiffs represented by the Liberty Justice Center are asking the Illinois Supreme Court to hear a case challenging limits to where Illinoisans may challenge state law on the grounds they violate the Illinois Constitution.

From: 
Illinois Policy Institute

Illinois members of Congress are latest to tour immigration facilities after judge’s ruling

Four Illinois Democrats toured a federal immigration center outside Chicago on Monday, the latest members of Congress allowed inside immigration facilities after a judge last week lifted Trump administration limits on lawmaker visits.

From: 
The Associated Press

CPD recovering a steady number of ‘ghost guns' despite legislation meant to curb them

Police arrived at the three-flat apartment in the city’s East Side neighborhood at 7:00 a.m. one day last summer. Walking up from the basement, a young man met the team of Chicago Police Department and Illinois Department of Corrections officers in the building’s common area. It was time to conduct a parole check.

From: 
Belleville News-Democrat

Hon. April Troemper Receives Presidential Commendation from Immediate Past President Sonni Choi Williams

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Celeste Antoinette Niemann

On December 12, the Hon. April G. Troemper received the Presidential Commendation from ISBA Immediate Past President Sonni Choi Williams in recognition of her outstanding service on the Standing Committee of Judicial Advisory Polls. Judge Troemper was honored for her leadership of the Committee, including guiding the drafting of revised poll questions that were unanimously approved by the ISBA Board of Governors. She currently serves as the Committee’s Ex-Officio.

LIVE WEB - Back to the Basics: Opening a Probate Estate

February 19, 2026
Presented by the ISBA Trusts & Estates Section

Live Webcast
Thursday, February 19, 2026
2:00 – 3:05 p.m.

1.0 hour MCLE credit


Master the fundamentals of estate administration with this streamlined overview of the probate estate opening process. This program covers the essential legal steps and documentation required to formally open an estate, highlighted by real-world scenarios encountered by our speakers, and a deep dive into fiduciary roles. Perfect for both new professionals and experienced practitioners looking for a refresher, this program ensures you are equipped to handle your next probate case with confidence.


Program Coordinator:
Sarah M. LeRose , Leonard J. LeRose, Jr., Ltd., Chicago

Program Moderator:
Melissa Johnson , Generation Law, Elmhurst

Program Speaker:
Angelica W. Wawrzynek, Constant, Wawrzynek & Grove, LLC, Mattoon



For best practices, before attending the program using ISBA's Zoom platform, please visit our Technical Support page.

Program Information

  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member - $35
      • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
    • Non-Member - $70
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Student Members - Free
    • Special pricing is available for Legal Service Attorneys.
  • If you cannot attend the live web event, a full refund is available, if you cancel your registration up to the start of the live web event on the program page in your “My CLE Account”. 
  • Please Note: MCLE credit is available to registrants only on the day of this live event – and you must attend the entire program to earn MCLE credit. All registrants will receive access to a recording of the event a few days after the program, but credit is NOT available for the recording.

OSAD announces important update on Notices of Appeal

Effective January 1st, trial clerks will no longer be required to file a Notice of Appeal in criminal cases where the defendant is represented by counsel. Instead, defense attorneys will be responsible for filing timely Notices of Appeal.

From: 
The Bar News

Chicago area man gets 22 years in prison for gunrunning, prosecutors say

An Elgin man was sentenced to 22 years in prison for gunrunning in northwest suburban Kane County. Prosecutors said Graham Green took part in the illegal sale of 18 guns and three machine gun conversion devices in 2023.

From: 
Fox 32 Chicago

Justice Department announces results of Operation Relentless Justice

The Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Relentless Justice, a coordinated enforcement effort to identify, track, and arrest child sex predators. The nationwide crackdown resulted in over 205 child victims being located and the arrests of over 293 child sexual abuse offenders.

From: 
Iroquois Times-Republic

Illinois Farm Bureau re-elects Phillip Nelson as President

The Illinois Farmers Bureau rekindled its relationship with former bureau president Phillip Nelson. Nelson, who spent ten years as the agency’s 14th president, was recently elected to be its 17th president. 

From: 
Capitol City Now