Illinois Supreme Court News Monitoring

Illinois Supreme Court announces policy on transparency

The Illinois Supreme Court announced recently the release of a Policy on Transparency in the courts, a vital step toward providing the public with more of the essential data and information from the judicial branch. “Transparency means making data, budgets …

6 vie for Kane County circuit judge vacancy

Illinois Supreme Court Justice Elizabeth Rochford is seeking public input on six applicants for a judge vacancy in the Kane County 16th Judicial Circuit. The Illinois Constitution requires the Supreme Court to fill the vacancy, which will be created by …

Joliet City Council OKs $2 million settlement in lawsuit over 5,500 truck tickets

The city of Joliet is prepared to pay $2 million to settle a lawsuit over 5,500 tickets issued for overweight trucks. The settlement involves a past practice in which Joliet would force truckers to have their cases heard at City Hall hearings before …

‘No one can credibly investigate themselves’: Cleared ‘Broadview Six’ protesters request special prosecutor

CHICAGO — Attorneys for the now-cleared “Broadview Six” protesters are asking a federal judge to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate alleged misconduct by those in Chicago’s U.S. attorney’s office and their supervisors in Washington, D.C. — and, if …

‘No one can credibly investigate themselves’: Now-cleared ‘Broadview Six’ protesters request special prosecutor

CHICAGO — Attorneys for the now-cleared “Broadview Six” protesters are asking a federal judge to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate alleged misconduct by those in Chicago’s U.S. attorney’s office and their supervisors in Washington, D.C. — and, if …

ILLINOIS SUPREME COURT ESTABLISHES PRETRIAL ACCOUNTABILITY TASK FORCE TO REVIEW ELECTRONIC MONITORING AND WARRANT ...

The Illinois Supreme Court announced recently the formation of a Pretrial Accountability Task Force, aimed at addressing the increasing number of pretrial defendants on electronic monitoring and improving the state’s arrest warrant system. Currently, more …

Legal Ethics: Alternative business strictures: New professionalism legislation

Legal Ethics: Alternative business strictures: New professionalism legislation By Jim Doppke One of my recent columns looked at management service organizations (MSOs) and other such non-traditional business structures in the legal industry. While I don’t …

Illinois Supreme Court announces transparency policy

The Illinois Supreme Court is announcing a new policy aimed at increasing transparency and public access within the state’s judicial system. According to the court, the policy is designed to improve how information is shared with the public and strengthen …

American Opinion: Is the US redistricting war slowing down? Or is it an arms race with no foreseeable end?

he most encouraging redistricting news of the year came from two states that did nothing. Illinois lawmakers adjourned without drawing new congressional maps. South Carolina legislators, including Republicans, rejected a President Donald Trump-backed remap …

Illinois Supreme Court creates pretrial accountability task force

The Illinois Supreme Court has announced the creation of a new Pretrial Accountability Task Force. According to the court, the task force will examine Illinois’ pretrial system and recommend ways to improve fairness, transparency, and public safety. The …

Illinois Supreme Court announces creation of Pretrial Accountability Task Force

The Illinois Supreme Court announced today the creation of a Pretrial Accountability Task Force to address the growing number of defendants on electronic monitoring and make system improvements in the arrest warrant process. There are currently over 5,500 …

Illinois Supreme Court creates Pretrial Accountability Task Force

Washington Supreme Court races reveal donor divide ahead of income tax case

(The Center Square) - Campaign donors have already put more than $1.5 million combined behind 16 Washington Supreme Court candidates ahead of the August primary election, as voters face a decision that could rebalance the makeup of the bench ahead of a …

Illinois Supreme Court Seeks Applicants For Illinois State Public Defender Commission

The Illinois Supreme Court is seeking applicants to serve on the Illinois State Public Defender Commission. According to the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts, the commission plays a key role in overseeing and supporting public defense services …

COMMENTARY: Is US redistricting war slowing down, or is it an arms race with no foreseeable end?

The most encouraging redistricting news of the year came from two states that did nothing. Illinois lawmakers adjourned without drawing new congressional maps. South Carolina legislators, including Republicans, rejected a President Donald Trump-backed …

Illinois Supreme Court seeks applicants for Illinois State Public Defender Commissioner

The Illinois Supreme Court invites applications from individuals interested in serving as an appointed member of the Illinois State Public Defender Commission (Commission). The Commission plays a vital role in overseeing and supporting the Office of the …

Florida Supreme Court refuses to suspend or disbar election denier Kenneth Chesebro

The Florida Supreme Court has refused to suspend or disbar Kenneth Chesebro, a former Trump campaign lawyer who pleaded guilty in Georgia to a felony charge tied to the ‘fake electors’ scheme that sought to undermine Joe Biden’s 2020 election victory. In …

Illinois court extends state supreme court FCRA standing ruling to dismiss no-injury FDCPA class action

On May 12, the Illinois Circuit Court of Cook County granted a debt collector’s motion to dismiss a putative class action alleging violations of the FDCPA, ruling that common law standing (rather than statutory standing) governed the plaintiff’s FDCPA …

Ruling: Illinois Supreme Court likely overstepped in ousting of Cook County judge

A federal judge says he believes a Cook County judge has leveled serious accusations against the Illinois Supreme Court for trampling his constitutional rights by abruptly ousting him from a temporary, appointed judgeship, apparently in response to …

Bishop L. J. Guillory, Ombudsman General ~ Celebrates 42 Years of Service as a Public Servant in All 50 States

Bishop Guillory's 42 Years of Service Continue to Inspire Others to Fight for Justice and Make a Difference WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bishop L. J. Guillory, Ombudsman General to Ombudsman International …

FreedomFest to Hold Mock Trial for ICE at Caesars Forum, Las Vegas

The world's largest annual gathering of free minds returns to Caesars Forum this July with a mock trial for ICE. MALIBU, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Las Vegas Metro Police announced a 30 percent increase in …

Juan Pablo Castañeda, Estratega Político, Expande su Práctica Aplicando Metodología de Campaña Estadounidense a LATAM

Dos décadas de experiencia asesorando gobiernos, multinacionales y campañas en América Latina, Castañeda diseña una estrategia política basada en datos y visión HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Juan Pablo …

Juan Pablo Castañeda, Political Strategist, Expands Advisory Practice Applying U.S. Campaign Methodology to LATAM

With two decades advising governments, multinationals, and campaigns across Latin America, Castañeda advocates for data-driven, long-term political strategy. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Juan Pablo Castañeda …

Schnelle Tonge Committee of Responsible Persons Raises Over $40,000 for Judicial Race

Total raised for Tonge Campaign eclipses $60,000 in first fundraising report PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On June 10, 2026, the Tonge Campaign for Judge reported over $60,000 raised for the judicial …

Celebrity Jet Charter Expands Empty-Leg Availability on Four Florida Routes

Celebrity Jet Charter has extended empty-leg flight availability on four corridors linking the Northeast and Midwest to Florida, including Chicago to Fort Myers FORT MYERS, FL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Celebrity Jet …

New Poll: Majority of NYC Democrats Favor Open Primaries; 40% of Democrats are Actually Independents

Open Primaries will enter poll into public record before NYC Charter Revision Commission showing a large share of registered Democrats are actually independents NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In new polling …

CBDC Empire: How China, BRICS, and Central Banks Are Building a New Financial World Order

On the Record with Christian Briggs Analyzes the Global Shift Toward Decentralized Infrastructure and Optionality SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Originally published as part of an ongoing geopolitical review, a new …

Powering America Podcast: Taxpayers Protection Alliance’s Ross Marchand discusses the Recycled Materials Attribution Act

Marchand discusses advanced recycling innovation, economic opportunity and federal policy proposals affecting the recycling industry WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ross Marchand, executive director of the …

National Parents Organization Applauds Louisiana’s Adoption of Shared Parenting Reform Through House Bill 1239

National Parents Organization (NPO) welcomes the enactment of Louisiana House Bill 1239. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National Parents Organization (NPO) welcomes the enactment of Louisiana House Bill 1239, a …

Aviation Innovation Coalition Welcomes NATCA as Member and Assigns Board Liaison Seat

NATCA’s frontline expertise will strengthen AIC’s work to advance practical, workforce-informed modernization of the National Airspace System WASHINGTON DC, VA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Aviation Innovation Coalition …

Northshore Business Council Supports Renewal of Dedicated Law Enforcement Millage on June 27 Ballot

Organization cites public safety, workforce attraction, and quality of life as key community priorities. COVINGTON, LA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Northshore Business Council (NBC) announced its support for the …

US Whisky Drinkers Skeptical of Post-Tariff Price Drops, Survey Finds

Survey of more than 1,000 American readers of The Whiskey Wash finds widespread scepticism that tariff savings will reach consumers. MANCHESTER, CHESHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A majority of US whisky drinkers …

South Coast Chorale Closes 35th Season with 'Love, Poetry' on June 20

A Pride-month evening of song celebrating queer love, chosen family, and the full spectrum of human connection LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The South Coast Chorale (SCC), Long Beach’s LGBTQ+ community vocal …

Judeo Christian Republican Club of Southeast Florida Announces its Launch Ahead of Midterm Elections

Republican Party of Florida charters club bringing unity among Jewish and Christian voters DELRAY BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 17, 2026 CONTACT: Angela Cooperman Judeo Christian …

Sitestream Continues National Growth with First Automated Traffic Safety Program in Georgia

Expansion into the Peach State marks Sitestream’s first automated red-light intersection SaaS program in Georgia BEVERLY, MA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sitestream, a leading provider of automated traffic safety solutions …

New IFS Report: The Vanishing American Father

Dads are more engaged in their kids’ lives than ever. But fewer and fewer young men are becoming fathers at all. CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New research from Dr. Brad Wilcox and Grant Bailey at the …

1 in 5 Depressed Americans Are Self-Medicating With Screens, Cannabis, Weight-Loss Drugs & More, New Report Finds

NeuroKaire's 'Self-Medication Generation' Report (18,000+ responses) Finds Americans Are Doing More to Treat Themselves Than The System Is Doing to Treat Them KEARNY, NJ, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One in five …

BCYF Clougherty Outdoor Pool to Open For the Summer

The BCYF Clougherty Pool in Charlestown will open this Saturday, June 20 for the summer season. The BCYF Clougherty Pool in Charlestown will open this Saturday, June 20 for the summer season. This outdoor pool, as well as several indoor pools across the …

Applications for the Boston Farmers Market Coupon Program Open

Selected recipients will receive $100 in coupons to spend at participating Boston farmers markets from July through October.  The City of Boston has opened applications for the Boston Farmers Market Coupon Program, providing residents $25 per month for …