Lisa Madigan
Supreme Court Gives Madigan More Time For Concealed Carry Appeal
The U.S. Supreme Court is giving Illinois’ attorney general more time to decide whether to appeal a ruling that the state’s ban on the public possession of firearms is unconstitutional.
Lt. Governor Simon Calls For Equal Pay For Women At Rally
The Lieutenant Governor of Illinois says there’s been progress for women, but not enough in terms of pay at an equal pay for women rally in downtown Chicago.
Gun Control Advocates Call On Madigan To Appeal Concealed Carry
CHICAGO (CBS) — Gun control advocates are spending the day at the Thompson Center, speaking out against changing state law to allow people to carry concealed weapons, reports WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore. “As far […]
Protesters Urge Madigan To Take Concealed Carry Case To Supreme Court
Activists staged a protest Thursday over Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan’s decision to wait until the legislature follows a court order and passes a new concealed carry law, rather than appeal the case to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Lisa Madigan Warns Against Tax Scams
Attorney General Lisa Madigan says with tax time rolling around it time to avoid the tax anticipation scam that has you paying the tax prep firm to get money that you’ll get anyway, and maybe just as fast, reports WBBM’s John Cody.
Madigan Joins Suit Over S&P Mortgage Bond Ratings
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan has joined the federal government and 13 other attorneys general in suing for changes in the way Standard & Poor’s rates mortgage bonds.
Quinn Signs Driver’s License Law For Immigrants
Governor Quinn has signed a new law that allows undocumented immigrants the right to obtain a drivers license.
State Accuses Brother Accountants Of Holding Back Gasoline Taxes
Two brothers are accused of trying to bilk the state of millions of dollars in gasoline taxes that consumers paid at the pump.
If Lisa Madigan Runs For Governor, Will Her Dad Step Down As House Speaker?
As discussions swirl about who will run for governor next year, one big question is: should Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan choose to challenge Gov. Pat Quinn, will her father, House Speaker Mike Madigan, step down to avoid a possible conflict of interest?
With Inauguration Over, Obama Administration Returns To Work
The focus returned to hot button issues like gun control, for which U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel have been pushing hard. Some Democrats in Congress have been hoping for compromise on at least part of their agenda.
Madigan Seeks New Appeals Court Hearing On Concealed Carry
Illinois’ attorney general on Tuesday asked the entire 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to review a lawsuit challenging the state’s ban on concealed carry in an effort to salvage the only law in the nation that makes the practice entirely illegal.
Candlelight Vigil Held For Victims Of Drunk Driving
There are about 40,000 drunk driving arrests in Illinois each year.
Madigan Unveils 2012 Safe Shopping Guide For Holidays
As the holidays approach, Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan has released her annual Safe Shopping Guide.
Problem At Polls? Here’s What You Can Do
If voters have problems at the polls today, Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan says: Call her office.
State Cracking Down On Gas Stations That Cheat On Sales Taxes
Feeling hosed at the gas pump? So is the State of Illinois. Multiple agencies are finally starting to reap the rewards of a multi-year investigation targeting gas station owners who withhold sales tax revenue.
Sauk Village Ordered To Continue Providing Bottled Water
A court order issued Friday requires south suburban Sauk Village to continue supplying bottled water to residents who request it, according to Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan’s office.
Wells Fargo Settles With Atty. Gen. Madigan Over Subprime Lending Practices
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan and the U.S. Department of Justice have reached a $175 million settlement with Wells Fargo on claims that the bank steered African-Americans and Latinos into risky subprime loans.
Madigan: Beware When Buying Used Cars
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan is hoping to educate people regarding the potential to get taken for a ride when buying a used car.
Skechers To Pay $50 Million To Settle Lawsuits Over Toning Shoes
Remember the Skechers “toning” workout shoes that promised the world? Weight loss, improved circulation, even eliminating cellulite? On Wednesday, the company agreed to pay $50 million to settle lawsuits accusing them of misleading advertising.
Suit: Let Disabled Athletes Go To State
The Illinois High School Association girls state track and field meet will be held this weekend in Charleston, Ill., — and Fenwick’s Mary Kate Callahan won’t be taking part.
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