Trump administration denies Illinois’ request for disaster relief — again
FEMA said in a letter to Gov. JB Pritzker assistance was "not warranted."
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Illinois asks for FEMA help after August storms
Gov. JB Pritzker asked for federal help cleaning up in eight counties after high winds and flooding.
‘Ready for the Fight’: Why JB Pritzker is taking his slogan national with PAC targeting MAGA
The Pritzker-funded PAC plans to spend in districts won by President Donald Trump in 2024.
Pritzker signs disaster proclamation to aid Illinois communities in storm cleanup efforts
Covered counties are eligible for funding to support debris removal and public infrastructure repairs.
Pritzker issues disaster proclamation for storm-ravaged counties, including Cook
Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday issued a state disaster proclamation for eleven counties ravaged by severe weather this spring and ...
Illinois is experiencing more tornadoes — but receiving less federal disaster aid
Climatologists said the increase in severe weather is likely due to normal variation, although severe weather can be expected to ...
Trump administration again rejects Illinois’ request for disaster aid from August storm
The agency said supplemental assistance from the federal government wasn’t warranted.
Illinois vs. Trump: One lawsuit a week
A look at Illinois’ 51 lawsuits against the Trump administration
Illinois among 12 states to sue as Trump seeks forced compliance with gender order
Attorney general accuses feds of forcing states to ‘exclude and discriminate against people who are transgender.’
New lawsuits against Trump’s immigration actions continue to take shape
Illinois is gearing up for a court battle in anticipation of the federal government sending troops to Chicago.
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