IL Senate votes to legalize gay marriage

Feb. 14, 2013
The Senate vote to legalize gay marriage advances a proposal that would make the state the 10th in the U.S. to let gay couples wed.

Lawmakers OK drivers' licenses for illegal immigrants

Nov. 29, 2012
As the busy veto session continues, an Illinois Senate Committee advanced the licensing plan.

IL Senate overrides prison cuts

Nov. 28, 2012
State legislators voted to restore Gov. Quinn's cuts.

IL Senate plans vote on tax 'transparency'

Nov. 27, 2012
Illinois Senate President John Cullerton plans a vote this week on a measure that would require some corporations to reveal their income-tax bills.

Illinois Senate to weigh revised tax-break plan

Dec. 13, 2011
 SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Under pressure to act quickly, the Illinois Senate is scheduled Tuesday to consider tax relief for some big-name companies threatening to leave the state.

After threatening to close prison, Quinn considers keeping it open

Oct. 5, 2011
Ill. Gov. Pat Quinn said Wendesday he's willing to consider reallocating money to avoid a prison closing.

Indiana, Illinois legislatures consider new abortion laws

Mar. 7, 2011
The Indiana House of Representatives could consider abortion legislation this week.The Indiana Senate approved two bills dealing with reproductive issues. Now, the House could take them up.One bill would prohibit the state from making contracts or grants with organizations that provide abortions.