Pritzker says feds seeking Chicago troop deployment. ‘What I have been warning of is now being realized’
Protests in Broadview became increasingly violent over the weekend while Border Patrol agents marched through downtown Chicago.
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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 ...
Pritzker willing to call out National Guard to Chicago, if asked
Gov. JB Pritzker indicated Monday he would be willing to deploy the National Guard to help deal with a violent ...
Pritzker declares disaster for snow event; will forge ahead with in-person budget address
With a massive winter storm expected to blanket the entire state in ice and snow, Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday ...
COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations continue to see an uptick
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported as of Sunday night, 1,581 COVID-19 patients were in the hospital, an increase ...
Heightened security measures remain in place at Illinois Capitol after quiet weekend
While there have been no confirmed threats made against the Illinois Capitol, heightened security measures remain in place “out of ...
National Guard sent to help staff at LaSalle, two other veterans homes
Gov. JB Pritzker said Thursday his administration has requested the help of the Illinois National Guard at three of four ...
Chicago Mayor: ‘We do not need federal troops in Chicago.’
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot said Monday she remained opposed to calling the Illinois National Guard into her city after a ...
Pritzker mobilizes 250 more National Guard soldiers, declares disaster in 9 counties
One day after calling up 375 members of the Illinois National Guard in Chicago, Gov. JB Pritzker announced another 250 ...
Pritzker deploys 375 National Guard soldiers to Chicago
Gov. JB Pritzker, alongside Chicago leaders, deployed the National Guard to manage protests and address organized violence while calling for ...
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