Registration is now open for Illinois residents who own assault weapons
Under a new law that took effect earlier this year, residents in possession of assault weapons are required to submit an endorsement affidavit by Jan. 1, 2024.
Politics
With one of Illinois’ largest political reporting teams, WBEZ’s Government & Politics desk holds elected officials and government bodies accountable. We cover the policy debates and political machinations happening at the state Capitol in Springfield, in Cook County government and at Chicago’s City Hall.
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Congress passes spending stopgap, averting a shutdown hours before midnight deadline
The Senate voted 88-9 to approve a short-term spending bill to fund the government through Nov. 17. President Biden signed the bill into law shortly afterward.
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Chicago alderpersons lash out at mayor and governor over response to the influx of migrants
The City Council debated everything from a major contract to house migrants in tents to the state’s communication with the city.
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How some Chicago migrants struggling to leave shelters are getting help
A trust fund is helping landlords provide rental assistance to the influx of migrants who have been bussed to Chicago.
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‘This puts me in panic mode’: How a government shutdown could impact Illinois
A government shutdown could have a major impact on those who rely on food and child care assistance.
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Light punishment for Chicago parks manager with clout
The daughter of disgraced Ald. Danny Solis got “verbal counseling” for failing to report a sexual harassment allegation, records show.
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Illinois legislative staffers can unionize under a bill introduced by the state House speaker
The move comes after nearly a year of requests for voluntary recognition by employees in offices run by Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch.
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City Council confirms Larry Snelling as CPD superintendent by unanimous vote
Snelling will now have to confront the alarming surge of robberies and vehicular theft that has residents of North Side neighborhoods like Bucktown, Wicker Park, Lincoln Park, Old Town and Lakeview up in arms.
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Michael Madigan’s name is stripped from the property tax firm he helped found
The ex-Illinois House speaker is awaiting trial for his alleged role in a federal bribery scheme.
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Chicago Park District pays out almost $2 million to three former lifeguards
Documents obtained by WBEZ show Park District officials have quietly settled sexual misconduct cases at the city’s beaches and pools.
