The Illinois Senate unanimously passed a bill Thursday to ban loud commercials on streaming services.

The plan would require any student who commits sexual assault or attempted sexual assault at school, a school-sponsored event or related activities be expelled for at least one year.

The statutory speed limit in Illinois is 30 miles per hour in urban districts, but many people frequently speed into or through cities.

A plan moving in the Illinois Senate could increase the fine for people driving around school buses using the extended stop arm.

Sponsors said the plan will give clear expectations across the state and protect anyone choosing to wear a mask from discrimination or harassment.

The Illinois Insurance Association hopes the Illinois Senate will not move forward with a massive reform plan for auto and homeowners insurance.

This plan is an expansion of the current state law that bans public and private schools from prohibiting hairstyles associated with race, ethnicity or hair texture. 

Illinois senators unanimously passed a bill Thursday to help close gaps in protection for survivors of domestic violence and stalking.

Sponsors said these tools could cost anywhere between $250 to $2,000.

The Illinois Senate unanimously passed a plan Wednesday to help ensure foster families have access to a child's full history before an adoption is finalized.