Pot advocates say Pritzker’s reading of law is costing state millions
Gov. J. B. Pritzker’s interpretation of Illinois’ marijuana legalization law is costing the state more than $100 million in tax revenue by blocking certain pot shops from relocating, some state lawmakers and cannabis industry advocates say.
Irked Illinois governor to Speaker: End ‘political circus’
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said taxpayers “don’t deserve a political circus” on Thursday when he gave powerful House Speaker Michael Madigan a choice: Answer questions about a federal bribery investigation which implicates him, or give up the gavel after three decades of iron-grip control.
'Mask up': Midwest governors unify in video message to combat COVID-19
It was a rare display of bi-partisan unity Tuesday on a message some Americans angrily reject.
'Whenever possible, stay home': Pritzker announces new COVID restrictions across Illinois
With COVID-19 surging across Illinois and the nation, Governor JB Pritzker is imposing additional mitigations across the state to slow the spread of the virus.
Illinois reports $285 million in September sport bets
The latest numbers released by the Illinois Gaming Board show bettors in the state wagered more than $285 million on sports contests in September.
Orland Park mayor says enforcing state guidelines is not his job
Orland Park’s mayor says enforcing state guidelines is not his job.
Lack of veto session won't stop work on budget, Pritzker says
Efforts to identify cuts that can be made to Illinois’ budget will continue despite the postponement of the General Assembly’s veto session, Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Wednesday.
Gov. Pritzker not ruling out new stay-at-home order as coronavirus cases skyrocket
FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports..
Gov. Pritzker, staff test negative for COVID-19
Gov. Pritzker and staff who attended a meeting on Monday and were exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19 have tested negative.
Pritzker in isolation after possible exposure to COVID-19
Officials say the possible exposure happened during a meeting Monday in a large conference room at the governor's office.
Pritzker faces 'political reckoning' on the heels of graduated income tax failure
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Mark Konkol gives his thoughts on Gov. J.B. Pritzker's leadership during the pandemic and the rejection of the "fair tax" amendment.
Pritzker says Madigan should step down as party chairman
Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Thursday said that Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan should step down as chairman of the state Democratic Party, agreeing with the state’s senior U.S. senator that the longtime political powerbroker’s implication in a federal bribery investigation hurt Democrats in Tuesday’s elections.
Pritzker: Blame 'Fair Tax' opponents for coming budget pain
“There will be cuts, and they will be painful,” said Pritzker during his daily COVID-19 briefing in Chicago.
Illinois voters reject 'Fair Tax' proposal
Voters have rejected a proposal to abolish Illinois’ flat-rate income tax for one that would take a greater share from wealthier taxpayers.
Illinois 'fair tax' likely headed for rejection by voters
Leslie Munger, former Republican Illinois comptroller, weighs in on the apparent decision by Illinois voters to reject the so-called "fair tax" amendement.
Illinois COVID-19 cases force entire state into mitigations
With the entire state scheduled to be under stricter rules regarding social interaction by Wednesday, Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Monday reported another near-record day for new infections of the coronavirus.
National Guard reports to Chicago in case of election unrest
Gov. J.B. Pritzker has deployed Illinois National Guard troops to Chicago to prepare for potential election-related civil unrest.
Gov. Pritzker says high school basketball is back on hold, IHSA plans to start season in November
Gov. Pritzker says high school basketball is back on hold, one day after IHSA says it would start on schedule.
COVID-19 crackdown now in 9 of 11 regions in Illinois
A region that encompasses central and west-central Illinois, including the capital of Springfield, became the latest Thursday to face restrictions on social interaction because of an elevated rate of positive tests for COVID-19.
Local bars, restaurants struggling to stay afloat due to COVID
“Please, we just need some answers, help us stay open,” said Chicago small business owner Ahmed Braimah.