Democrats offer muted praise of Pritzker’s speech, Republicans dismiss ‘campaign’ rhetoric
Democrats offered muted praise while Republicans dismissed the governor’s affordability message as campaign-style rhetoric.
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Pritzker focuses on history, ‘affordability,’ in 8th State of the State address
While his speech was loaded with historical references that he used to illustrate Illinois’ resiliency in the face of challenging ...
Illinois Republican senator pushes to outlaw abortion, loses leadership spots
The Senate Republican leader called the bill “anti-woman” and said no Republicans in the legislature support it.
Pritzker to present 8th budget as Illinois faces federal funding uncertainty
Progressive Democrats are pushing for more taxes to fund social services slashed by Congress.
Pritzker signs $1.5B plan to overhaul public transportation, avoid service cuts
New transit reform law is designed to improve public transportation services after Chicago area faced funding shortfall.
Senate President Don Harmon avoids $10M fine after election board deadlocks
The State Board of Elections deadlocked on whether Senate President Don Harmon violated campaign contribution limits.
House Dems eye taxes on entertainment, billionaires’ investments to fund transit
Illinois House Democrats are pushing a bill with taxes on entertainment and billionaires to fund public transportation.
Amid backlash, Pritzker calls for leaders — especially Trump — to tone down rhetoric
Illinois Republicans say Gov. JB Pritzker has fueled political division in recent speeches.
New Republican to run for Illinois governor as election season begins
Former Illinois GOP Chair Don Tracy announced he will run for U.S. Senate as the field of Republican candidates for ...
Texas Dems flee to Illinois to block redistricting vote
Pritzker accuses Trump, Texas GOP of ‘cheating’ to prevent losses in 2026 midterms.
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