Illinois
Illinois voters pass proposals formally objecting to state anti-BDS law
The ballot measures will have no effect on state policy. But pro-Palestinian groups are celebrating the wins as demonstrations of shifting public opinion against the law.
'Traffics in fear': Jewish congressman-elect Daniel Biss blasts ADL after election night criticism
Chicago Jewish theater drops Naomi Ragen play, says actors feared repercussions of working with her
Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside Chicago's Israeli consulate to protest settler violence
Jewish progressive prevails in closely watched Illinois primary, blasting AIPAC in victory speech
"AIPAC found out the hard way: the 9th District is not for sale," Daniel Biss said during his victory address.
Illinois Senate candidate Robin Kelly says Israel committed ‘genocide’ in Gaza
“It may not have started off being like that, but I believe that is what it turned into,” said Kelly, who in August 2025 cosponsored an act to withhold the transfer of offensive weapons to Israel.
Jewish Illinois rep. withdraws endorsement for congressional candidate over AIPAC ties
Schakowsky endorsed Donna Miller, the Cook County commissioner, in the 2nd Congressional District last month. Now, she said, she cannot let her endorsement stand.
Illinois joins WHO global outbreak network despite US withdrawal from agency
The move makes Illinois the second US state to join the program in defiance of Republican President Donald Trump after California, also led by a Democratic governor, joined in January.
Democratic states sue Trump administration over childcare fund freeze
California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York challenged the administration's freezing of more than $10 billion in federal childcare and family assistance funds based on alleged fraud.
Supreme Court blocks Trump plan to deploy National Guard to Chicago area
"At this preliminary stage, the Government has failed to identify a source of authority that would allow the military to execute the laws in Illinois," the court's majority declared.
Pope Leo XIV challenges Illinois governor over end-of-life legislation
The Illinois bill, which takes effect next September, gives terminally ill adults with a prognosis of six months or less the option to request a medical prescription to end their lives.
Illinois instates new protections for residents in response to Trump's anti-immigration agenda
Among other protections, the bill restricts immigration enforcement efforts outside of state courthouses and allows plaintiffs to sue for damages.
Trump calls for Chicago mayor, Illinois governor to be jailed
"Chicago Mayor should be in jail for failing to protect ICE Officers! Governor Pritzker also!" Trump wrote in a Truth Social post.
Highland Park Becomes First Illinois City to Enshrine IHRA Antisemitism Definition in Law
This ordinance sets a precedent that advocates hope will inspire municipalities across the country to follow suit
