Protest and Surveillance during the DNC
The threats to our civil liberties have only become greater as surveillance technology has expanded to meet law enforcement demands.
DEFENDING THE CIVIL RIGHTS AND CIVIL LIBERTIES OF ALL ILLINOISANS.
FROM THE BLOG:
2024 Summer Legislative Update
The 2024 Spring Legislative Session concluded in May during which the ACLU of Illinois and our partners worked on legislation on a range of issues to advance our civil rights and liberties.
Reproductive Rights Detained
With Expecting Justice, the ACLU of Illinois and the WJI saw the need for a deeper evaluation of the often-overlooked conditions for those who are pregnant or postpartum, and others needing reproductive...
PRESS RELEASES:
Transgender Man Resolves Discrimination Charges Against Retail Giant Walmart
A transgender man who was turned away from two Walmart stores when he sought to cash a money order in October 2021 has reached a settlement with the retail chain.
ACLU of Illinois Responds to Closure of Lawsuit Against Franklin County Juvenile Detention Center
We voluntarily dismissed our complaint after Franklin County officials made clear that there are no plans to reopen the facility.
Federal Appeals Court Asked to Allow Challenge to Chicago’s Vague “Footprint” Ordinance to Move Forward Before DNC
Before thousands of delegates and other participants gather in Chicago for the 2024 Democratic National Convention, a group of protestors are asking the federal appeals court in Chicago to allow their...
Know Your Rights - Protesting
Make sure you’re prepared by brushing up on your rights before heading out into the streets.
