Senate Democrats introduce bills to regulate artificial intelligence
Senators said the bill package came out of a lack of federal action and specific constituent issues.
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Behind the scenes of Illinois’ AI regulatory negotiations
After months of hearings and behind-closed-doors negotiations, Illinois lawmakers are moving towards a legislative framework for regulating artificial intelligence that ...
Illinois’ budget picture tightens in final stretch amid economic uncertainty
Deputy Gov. Andy Manar warned lawmakers will have limited room for new spending.
Giannoulias pushes Chicago mayoral conversations off to after session
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said Tuesday that he’s “focused right now on finishing the session” but acknowledged that ...
Illinois firefighters honored for service in annual ceremony, memorial
The annual ceremony honored dozens of firefighters, including one Chicagoan who died in the line of duty last year.
Big House Ballgame at Old Joliet Prison kicks off Route 66 festivities
Route 66 turns 100 this year, and there are celebrations planned all along its 300-mile Illinois route.
‘More than just a road’: Illinois communities celebrate Route 66’s centennial
A drive down Illinois’ stretch of Route 66 highlights the people, landmarks and small businesses keeping the legacy of the ...
Unemployment rising throughout Illinois
Job creation is down in all but three of Illinois’ metro areas
How do data centers benefit the places where they’re built? Local mayors give mixed reviews
From taxes to community investment, data centers have some upsides – though opponents warn of massive water and energy use
Senate advances bill to expel students who commit sexual violence at school
The bill received strong bipartisan support in the Senate.
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