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Frankfort Democrat Michael Hastings advanced legislation this week to protect Illinois homeowners from predatory contractors and scams in the aftermath of a natural disaster or storm.

From Capitol News Illinois: Illinois municipal leaders are calling on state lawmakers to increase the amount of income tax revenue that is distributed to local governments.

The Morris Area Public Library said Thursday that it is no longer accepting passport appointments due to changes made by the federal government.

Another round of storms could develop Friday afternoon and early evening as a warm front lifts north across the region