The holiday season is in full swing, and as more consumers than ever are doing their holiday shopping online, millions of packages are being left
Cyber-Bullying Laws in Illinois
Introduction, DefinitionIn our tech-savvy society, cyber-bullying has become a rampant problem. Bullies not only push and shove on the playground;
Illinois Considering Allowing Kids To Consume Alcohol With Parents
A proposed Illinois bill would make it legal for individuals under the age of 21 to legally consume alcohol in bars and restaurants if they are in the
Illinois Considering Increasing Speed Limits
Just three years after the state raised the speed limit to 70 mph on some highways, Illinois is again considering upping the speed limit.Senate
Three New Alternative Courts Certified In Illinois
The Illinois Supreme Court recently granted certification to three new problem-solving courts in Kendall, Peoria and Tazewell counties. Illinois now
Illinois Lawmakers Want To Focus On Violent Crime Victims
Crime can be a cyclical practice, where individuals can't escape the reality of repeatedly being preyed upon. In an effort to break this cycle and
Will The Chicago Murder Trend Turn Around in 2017?
2016 will be a year to remember for Chicago. The high point for many Chicagoans will be the World Series victory by the Cubs - their first
5 New Criminal Laws Coming To Illinois in 2017
2016 is almost over, and that means a bunch of new laws are soon going into effect in Illinois. The list of new laws is extensively long and most of
Hate Crimes In US Rise, Fall In Illinois
The FBI released some concerning data last week about the number of reported hate crimes in America. According to the FBI, there has been a sharp