Illinois congressional delegation takes sides on Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act
Members of Illinois’ congressional delegation are taking sides on the proposed Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act.
The measure filed by Illinois Democratic U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider and U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin gives federal agencies more tools to investigate what proponents say is a domestic terrorism threat.
Peoria Republican U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood said there are legitimate concerns the measure could impede on people s civil liberties.
State capitol complex reopens
The Capitol Complex is reopened. That’s the word from the Illinois Secretary of State’s office, but it’s still unclear if 250 Illinois National Guard troops will remain around the capitol where they’ve been since Friday.