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Legislation to allow Chicago police to use drones for surveillance of large crowds has failed in the Illinois House. Chicago Democratic Rep. John D'Amico…
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Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois is backing an effort to expand background checks for firearms.Duckworth is co-sponsoring legislation requiring…
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Illinois House Democrats endorsed a ban on firearm trigger-modifications - including bump stocks like those used in the Las Vegas mass shooting. The…
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Police say they're increasing security for Sunday's Chicago Marathon after a gunman opened fire on an outdoor music festival in Las Vegas earlier this…
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Chicago officials say they're constantly evaluating security before the city's annual marathon, but no changes have been made following the deadly…
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As the country woke up to news of the deadly killing in Las Vegas, Illinois' House and Congressional leaders issued public responses to the atrocity. Rep.…
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New service to Las Vegas is the latest gamble at a little-used southern Illinois airport.Mid America Airport has seen a succession of carriers come and…