NW Illinois News

Chesney criticizes Rockford mayor's stance on ICE cooperation; addresses lawsuit over student aid

By D. I. Pruitt | Sep 8, 2025

State Senator Andrew Chesney has criticized Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara’s recent statements supporting the city’s policy of not cooperating with federal immigration authorities.

Federal government sues Illinois over financial aid for undocumented students

By D. I. Pruitt | Sep 8, 2025

Illinois is facing a federal lawsuit after the passage of House Bill 460, which extends state-funded financial aid and in-state tuition to undocumented students.