Supreme Court weighs in on Ryan conviction

Apr. 30, 2012
The U.S. Supreme Court is forcing the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals in Chicago to take another look at the case against former Illinois Gov. George Ryan in light of the high court’s opinion in a totally different case.

Quinn hits back against immigration checks

Aug. 25, 2011
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn is trying to throw another wrench into a key immigration-enforcement program of President Obama’s administration, saying it ensnares too many people and erodes trust in local police.

Supreme Court OKs sales of violent video games to kids

Jun. 27, 2011
The U.S. Supreme Court, wrapping up its current term, has struck down California's ban on the sale of violent video games to children.

High Court: Age must be considered in interrogation

Jun. 16, 2011
The U.S. Supreme Court has broadened use of the Miranda warning for suspects, extending it to children questioned by police in school.

High Court denies Burris' appeal

Jun. 6, 2011
WASHINGTON -- Months after Illinois' new senator took office, the Supreme Court says it will not consider overturning the election of President Barack Obama's replacement in the U.S. Senate.The high court on Monday turned away an appeal from former Illinois Sen.

Conrad Black denied US Supreme Court Appeal

May. 31, 2011
The U.S. Supreme Court denied an appeal made by media mogul Conrad Black.

Supreme Court Majority To Attend State Of Union

Jan. 25, 2011
Chief Justice John Roberts will lead a contingent of six Supreme Court justices at the State of the Union address Tuesday night. That word from the Supreme Court, ending speculation that he would skip the event.Roberts has attended every State of the Union since his appointment in 2005.