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Illinois Comptroller Will No Longer Withhold State Payouts For Red-Light Camera Fees
Starting Feb. 6, the state will no longer collect fines against drivers who receive red light camera tickets.

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Starting Feb. 6, the state will no longer collect fines against drivers who receive red light camera tickets.

While Michael Madigan suspended his campaign for Speaker, he said he hasn’t withdrawn his nomination.
With Illinois facing a nearly $4 billion dollar budget shortfall, some are fearful of a possible state increase in the near future.
The new rule allows businesses to provide written notice of enforcement to patrons not wearing a mask, among other changes.
East Dundee Republican Allen Skillicorn resigned from the state legislature, saying he would no longer pay Illinois’ “corruption tax."
Criminal justice reform measures could advance in the Illinois legislature, plus more news from Springfield.
Law enforcement groups say they want to properly vet reform proposals, plus more news from Springfield.
The measure brings about various reforms to the state’s criminal justice system like ending cash bail.
A measure advancing at the Illinois statehouse could create a commission to investigate reparations for communities impacted by slavery.
If enacted, a new bill would make the rules guiding home delivery of alcohol uniform across the state.
U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger became the first Republican member of Congress to call for President Trump's immediate removal from office.
The Illinois House is in session today through the weekend.
Miller said "Hitler was right on one thing" at a Moms for America event Tuesday in Washington DC.
Gov. Pritzker said the state will follow federal guidelines put forth by Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.
Officials from both parties in Illinois condemned lawlessness in the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday.
Statewide mask and social distancing requirements will continue for Illinoisans for another 150 days.
For every Illinoisan who moved a trailer of belongings into Illinois, two others moved out, according to United Van Lines.
U.S. Rep. Mary Miller faces widespread backlash after quoting Nazi leader Adolf Hitler at a political rally Tuesday.
Pritzker calls for Congress to impeach, remove Trump.
Gov. Pritzker files new emergency rule to continue mask, social distancing mandates in Illinois.