Hate Crimes
White Supremacist To Plead Guilty To Torching Black Neighbors’ Home
A white supremacist accused of burning down his black neighbors’ home in a racist attack plans to plead guilty, according to court papers filed this week, the Sun-Times is reporting.
Bills On Gender Identity, Guaranteed Medical Leave Advance In State House
State legislation is moving ahead to add gender identity to the Illinois hate crimes law, and to require employers to allow medical leave for those joined in civil unions.



