Moore: 13 takeaways from political days at the Illinois State Fair
Illinois State Fair political days previewed 2026 election fights over affordability, Trump and Pritzker.
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Amid Democratic scandals, Illinois Republicans hoping to flip legislative seats
Republicans trying to keep the focus on taxes passed by Democrats, cost of living.
Pritzker spends big in second fundraising quarter as Bailey struggles to keep up
Bailey is far behind his 2022 fundraising pace.
Speaker Welch’s approach to ethics cases involving his members
House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch said it would be “premature” to call for indicted Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, to resign, ...
Republicans call for more transparency, accountability after ‘disgraceful week’ for House Democrats
GOP Leader McCombie calls for special investigative committee into Rep. Carol Ammons.
State Rep. Carol Ammons indicted in scheme to receive kickbacks, misusing campaign funds
Ammons faces 10 counts relating to wire fraud and misuse of campaign funds.
Illinois food assistance error rate continues to grow as federal penalties loom
The federal government will require states like Illinois with high SNAP error rates to cover a greater portion of benefits
Lawmakers approve bill to regulate e-bikes, scooters
Age limits, speed limits and even driver’s licenses could be required for certain modes of transportation.
Reducing gas tax, prepping for future shortfalls among late budget sticking points
Some Democrats are pushing for more tax hikes while Republicans call for spending and tax cuts.
School choice option at standstill as legislators weigh benefits, political fallout
The governor, education advocates and legislators weigh whether to opt Illinois into a federal school choice tax credit.
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