Illinois

Latest from Illinois

1. Sheridan Gorman’s family demands accountability after her murder

   Gorman’s family demands full prosecution as the murder charges, an ICE detainer and Illinois’ limits on cooperation with federal agents keep immigration policy in the case.

   Also filed under Cook County

2. Mary Miller’s bill would block child-welfare removals over biological sex

   Introduced Monday, the bill would bar federally funded state child-welfare systems from removing children from fit parents simply because their parents affirm the child’s biological sex.

   Also filed under Illinois's 15th District

3. Chicago public schools lose ground as families choose alternatives

   For families deciding where their children will learn, the column’s enrollment figures sharpen the stakes around school quality and choice.