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Pritzker urges two lawmakers to resign

Gov. JB Pritzker called on two Democratic state senators Thursday to resign their seats amid allegations of misconduct. Sen. Emil Jones III, D-Chicago, was charged in federal court earlier this week...
Illinois Supreme Court denies former lawmakers’ claim for back pay

The Illinois Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a lawsuit filed by two former state legislators who sued for back pay they believed they were due for raises that they voted against while in office.
Treasurer’s Race: Frerichs touts investment gains, Demmer sees opportunity for GOP check

Interviews with Illinois' candidates for treasurer.
What happens when cash bail ends?

Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, cash bail will be abolished in Illinois. Here's what that means and what changes may be on the horizon.

Sen. Emil Jones III charged in bribery scheme

State Sen. Emil Jones III has been charged in federal court with three criminal counts tied to his dealings with a red light camera company.
Capitol Briefs: State Fair sets record; jury awards $363 million in Sterigenics lawsuit

The 2022 Illinois State Fair set an all-time attendance record with more than 636,700 visitors, and a Cook COunty jury awarded a $363 million verdict against a company that emitted cancer-causing...
In visit to Illinois, VP Harris rallies voters around abortion rights

Vice President Kamala Harris came to Chicago Friday to rally voters who support abortion rights and urge them to turn out in the upcoming midterm elections.
CAPITOL RECAP: Another Democratic senator charged in bribery scheme

UPDATED 9/16: Capitol Recap is a weekly roundup of Capitol News Illinois’ coverage of state government
National Guard to assist migrant welcoming effort as Pritzker declares disaster

Gov. JB Pritzker said Wednesday that Illinois will continue to welcome migrants bused here from Texas as he blasted that state’s governor for relocating them to other cities without sharing...
Chief Justice Anne Burke to retire from Illinois Supreme Court in November

Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice Anne M. Burke announced Monday she will retire from the bench effective Nov. 30.

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Friday, Sept. 23

STORY: JONES ARRAIGNMENT
State Sen. Emil Jones III pleaded not guilty in federal court today to bribery and other charges.
Reporter: Peter Hancock
Word count: 400-500 words
Photo: File
ETA: 3 p.m.

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The 2022 general election campaign season got into full swing with political events at the Illinois State Fair and the first gubernatorial candidate forum. Peter Hancock and Jerry Nowicki discuss the major themes and issues to watch.

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