The issue of gay marriage in Illinois is heading to court. Two lawsuits filed Wednesday on behalf of same sex couples say they are being denied their constitutional rights. We hear why the suits are coming now on Chicago Tonight at 7:00 pm. View photos of some of the plaintiffs below.

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Chicago Sun-Times article on Suits aim to legalize gay marriage in Illinois

Chicago Tribune article on Lawsuits challenge Illinois gay marriage ban

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