Illinois attorney general unveils plans to address organized retail crimes
By Sally Schulze |Published September 13, 2021 | Updated 1:12PM | Crime and Public Safety |FOX 32 Chicago New plan in Illinois to cut down on retail crime Illinois’ attorney general unveiled a new plan on Monday to fight the increase in organized retail crime. CHICAGO – Illinois‘ attorney general unveiled a new plan on Monday to fight the increase in organized retail […]
Staffing agency, 3 companies settle sex discrimination claims
The Illinois Attorney General’s Office alleged workers were systematically excluded from being considered for certain positions on the basis of their sex. By Zinya Salfiti on April 1, 2021 5:15 pm A temporary staffing agency and three companies have agreed to pay $280,000 in civil penalties to resolve allegations of workplace segregation and sex discrimination when hiring. Illinois […]
AG-elect Raoul responds to news on Catholic Church investigation
CHICAGO – Illinois Attorney General-elect Kwame Raoul issued the following statement on today’s announcement regarding the investigation into sexual abuse in the Catholic Church: “Today’s news demonstrates the need for ongoing diligence in investigating crimes against children taking place within institutions that do not have a history of unilateral, proactive transparency. The Church’s disclosure of […]
Raoul to join in challenging ACA decision, protect Illinoisans’ healthcare as AG
CHICAGO – Illinois Attorney General-elect Kwame Raoul issued the following statement regarding a federal judge’s decision finding the entire Affordable Care Act unconstitutional: “The District Court’s decision jeopardizes healthcare access for more than one million Illinoisans, including children, seniors and people with pre-existing conditions. Upon taking office, I will continue our current attorney general’s work […]