Northeastern Illinois University Launches First Public AI Undergraduate Degree in Chicago

Illinois Governor Pritzker Voices Concerns Over AI Ownership, Data-Center Incentives in Podcast Interview

In a July 7 episode of NBC Chicago’s podcast "The Takeaway with Alex," Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker discussed a ran...

Illinois Enacts Comprehensive AI Safety Law, Setting De Facto National Standard

On July 6, 2026, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 315, the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act...

Illinois Becomes First State to Mandate Independent Audits of Advanced AI Models

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act (SB 315) into law on Monday, crea...

Illinois Enacts First U.S. Law Requiring AI Safety Audits for Large Models

Governor J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 315, the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act, into law on July 6, 2026...

AI-Powered Moving Scams Surge as BBB Warns of Fake Companies

As the summer rush for movers heats up, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning that fraudsters are turnin...

Illinois Tightens AI Rules, Suspends Data Center Tax Credits Amid Growing Concerns

On June 20 2026, Illinois lawmakers tightened the state’s approach to artificial intelligence by passing a package of ...

Illinois Legislature Passes New Micromobility, Social-Media, and AI Bills as Budget Approved

On the morning of June 1, 2026, the Illinois General Assembly closed its spring session with a headline‑making package...