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Violent crime up 18%, arrests down 43% in Chicago over 10 years
WEBMar 12, 2024 · The institute analysis showed a 18% increase in violent crimes since 2013, with a 33% decline in the number of arrests. Arrest rates hit their lowest levels in a decade in 2023, with just 10.8% of ...
There is no longer cash bail in Illinois. What happens now?
WEBSep 18, 2023 · The end of cash bail. After litigation delayed its full implementation, Illinois’ SAFE-T Act went into full effect Sept. 18 by order of the Illinois Supreme Court. Before then, all those ...
Policy Research - Illinois Policy
WEBEnrollment barely rises at Chicago Public Schools amidst 12% increase in English Learners. Preliminary enrollment data for the 2024-2025 school year show a less than 1% uptick in enrollment.
How to use Illinois’ new permanent vote-by-mail system
WEBAug 10, 2022 · There are three ways you can request a vote-by-mail application and return it to your local election authority. First, complete an application to vote by mail online if your local election ...
Illinois Policy
WEBEnrollment barely rises at Chicago Public Schools amidst 12% increase in English Learners. Preliminary enrollment data for the 2024-2025 school year show a less than 1% uptick in enrollment.
Everything Illinoisans need to know about the SAFE-T Act
WEBNov 18, 2022 · Here is a summary of some of the changes to the law beyond cashless bail: Police reforms. The SAFE-T Act implements several reforms to how policing is done in the state and how police officers are ...
Chicago crime declines, but becomes more violent over 10 years
WEBOct 12, 2023 · Chicago crime declines, but becomes more violent over 10 years. A report from the Illinois Policy Institute finds cases of homicide and motor vehicle theft each increased by over 30% in the past ...
New bill promises up to 50% property tax relief for Illinoisans
WEBFeb 9, 2024 · A newly proposed bill could help provide Illinoisans with up to 50% property tax relief by redirecting savings in the state budget to support local school districts. House Bill 4866, introduced by ...
Frequently asked questions about voting in Illinois
WEBOct 29, 2020 · Answer: Yes. Simply bring in your mail-in ballot to your polling place and exchange it for an in-person ballot. Question: I’m not sure if I’m registered. Can I still vote? Answer: Eligible ...