Illinois quick hits: Anti-SLAPP bill signed; Chicago schools settles meditation case
Anti-SLAPP bill signed
Gov. J.B. Pritzker has signed legislation to protect news media from strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPP).
The governor said Senate Bill 1181 will ensure that the press won’t have to fear retaliation for telling the truth.
The measure takes effect immediately.
Chicago schools settles meditation case
A court-approved settlement of over $2.6 million is now being paid to 207 former Chicago Public School high school students who were required to participate in a transcendental meditation program during class.
Plaintiffs’ attorneys say the students’ rights were disregarded by the Chicago Board of Education, and students were coerced to practice a worldview that was in conflict with their faith.
Du Quoin State Fair begins
Friday is Day One and Family Night at the Du Quoin State Fair.
Now in its 102nd year, the fair features music, livestock shows, auto and harness racing, rodeos and agricultural exhibits.
The Du Quoin State Fair runs from Aug. 22 through Sept. 1.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Latest News Stories
FRESH program would provide one-time SNAP cash; critics question cost
Partial government shutdown imminent as Congress leaves town
Illinois Quick Hits: Man sentenced for robbing postal worker
Sultan in Epstein files resigns, global turmoil continues
Temporary protected status terminated for Yemen nationals
Advocates argue new data center restrictions might close Illinois market
Illinois advocates urge senate action on SAVE Act
Ford returning to the Middle East as tensions rise with Iran
Lemon faces federal arraignment today in St. Paul church protest case
Senate GOP wants companies funding lawsuits to be revealed
Election 2026: Cooper social post is now you see it, now you don’t
Illinois Quick Hits: Chicago mugging captured on video
