
Once again working through the night, lawmakers finalize $53.1 billion budget
Democrats needed three tries to pass $1.1 billion revenue plan just before 5 a.m.
Democrats needed three tries to pass $1.1 billion revenue plan just before 5 a.m.
Representatives return next week for potential final approval.
Two chambers ‘very close’ on agreement, but further amendments expected.
Other measures regulate garbage truck littering, allow yoga in schools.
Local journalism measures have evolved, shrunk since beginning of session.
Services now in three agencies to be consolidated under one roof.
Forecasting agency says there’s ‘no April surprise’ as month’s haul meets expectations.
Amendment was introduced and passed within hours.
Bill would grant Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation land that currently makes up a state park.
No movement on efforts to extend scholarship tax credit, allow legislative staff to unionize.
GOP leader says he’s ready to compromise as governor keeps ball in lawmakers’ court.
Lawmakers to return to Capitol Nov. 7 to address lingering issues.
Lawmakers return to consider governor’s vetoes, new legislation in year’s final session.
Bill named for Chicago domestic violence victim allegedly shot and killed by husband this summer.
Several measure could be revived in legislature’s fall veto session