Pritzker praises ‘good repute’ of justices ending cash bail as some question conflicts of interest
(The Center Square) – The politics around ending cash bail in Illinois continues as the Illinois Supreme Court set the start of the policy for Sept. 18. In early 2021, the Safety, Accountability, Fairness and […]
Illinois law enforcement prepare for implementation of first-in-nation cashless bail system
(The Center Square) – With the Illinois Supreme Court decision to end money bond statewide, prosecutors and the law enforcement community are bracing for...
Illinois Freedom Caucus: Minor girls shouldn’t have to change with trans in locker rooms
(The Center Square ) – The legality of whether a private institution like the Springfield YMCA is required to allow transgender individuals into women’s...
Illinois Supreme Court upholds no-cash bail law to take effect in 60 days
(The Center Square) – In 60 days, cash bail in Illinois will be no more after the Illinois Supreme Court upheld the Pretrial Fairness...
Dropping bribery case against ComEd sends wrong message, Republicans says
(The Center Square) – A state Representative says the wrong message is being sent by dropping the case against ComEd for its role in...