Texas Democrats flee to Illinois to block vote on redistricting plan supported by Trump
Texas Democrats left the state Sunday in an attempt to prevent the state House from holding a vote Monday on new congressional maps that Republicans hope will net them several additional U.S. House seats in the 2026 midterm elections.
Texas Democrats left the state Sunday in an attempt to prevent the state House from holding a vote Monday on new congressional maps that Republicans hope will net them several additional U.S. House seats in the 2026 midterm elections.
Texas Democrats flee to Illinois to block vote on redistricting plan supported by Trump
After one group of Democrats landed Sunday in Chicago, they were welcomed by Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, but declined to say how long they were prepared to stay away from Texas.
After one group of Democrats landed Sunday in Chicago, they were welcomed by Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, but declined to say how long they were prepared to stay away from Texas.
Gov. Pritzker signs bill that boosts officer, firefighter pensions
Some Chicago police officers and firefighters will be getting a big boost to their pension, thanks to a bill signed into law by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker.
Some Chicago police officers and firefighters will be getting a big boost to their pension, thanks to a bill signed into law by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker.
Pritzker signs bill to boost some Chicago police, firefighter pensions
Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill into law that aims to increase pension benefits for Chicago police and firefighters.
Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill into law that aims to increase pension benefits for Chicago police and firefighters.
Cubs to host 2027 MLB All-Star Game at Wrigley Field
It's official. The Chicago Cubs will host the 2027 MLB All-Star Game.
It's official. The Chicago Cubs will host the 2027 MLB All-Star Game.
Universal mental health screenings for youth, teens in Illinois
Illinois is taking another step to invest in mental and behavioral healthcare.
Illinois is taking another step to invest in mental and behavioral healthcare.
CTU slams billion-dollar tax breaks for Illinois' wealthy
The Chicago Teachers Union is protesting massive tax breaks for Illinois' richest, urging the state to invest in schools, healthcare, and transit instead.
The Chicago Teachers Union is protesting massive tax breaks for Illinois' richest, urging the state to invest in schools, healthcare, and transit instead.
Paris on Politics: Human Trafficking bill on Gov. Pritzker's desk
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
New Illinois gun laws restrict storage, enhance tracing illegal guns
Gov. JB Pritzker signed two new gun laws on Monday to restrict how guns are stored in homes and enhance police tracing of guns used in crimes.
Gov. JB Pritzker signed two new gun laws on Monday to restrict how guns are stored in homes and enhance police tracing of guns used in crimes.
Paris on Politics: Who will challenge Gov. JB Pritzker as the GOP nominee?
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation. In today's episode he talks about the possible GOP candidates seeking to challenge Gov. JB Pritzker as he runs for a third term.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation. In today's episode he talks about the possible GOP candidates seeking to challenge Gov. JB Pritzker as he runs for a third term.
Chicago taxpayers may be on the hook for added police, firefighter pension costs
Chicago taxpayers might be on the hook for billions more in new costs thanks to a bill that quietly passed in Springfield.
Chicago taxpayers might be on the hook for billions more in new costs thanks to a bill that quietly passed in Springfield.
State Farm’s insurance hikes spark backlash from Pritzker, lawmakers
Illinois-based State Farm Insurance says severe weather is increasing in Illinois, leading to a need for higher insurance rates. But Gov. J.B. Pritzker has one message for the company: prove it.
Illinois-based State Farm Insurance says severe weather is increasing in Illinois, leading to a need for higher insurance rates. But Gov. J.B. Pritzker has one message for the company: prove it.
Paris on Politics: 1-on-1 with Gov. JB Pritzker's new running mate Christian Mitchell
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
How Trump's "big beautiful bill" could impact your Medicaid coverage
With the passage of President Donald Trump's "big beautiful bill," there are lots of questions surrounding cuts to Medicaid. Over 3 million people in Illinois are on the tax-payer funded medical program. Gov. JB Pritzker estimates under the new bill, 330,000 will lose coverage.
With the passage of President Donald Trump's "big beautiful bill," there are lots of questions surrounding cuts to Medicaid. Over 3 million people in Illinois are on the tax-payer funded medical program. Gov. JB Pritzker estimates under the new bill, 330,000 will lose coverage.
Illinois Dems blast ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ that barely cleared House, warn of harsh cuts
Illinois lawmakers are criticizing a sweeping Republican-backed spending bill that narrowly passed the House Thursday afternoon in a 218-214 vote.
Illinois lawmakers are criticizing a sweeping Republican-backed spending bill that narrowly passed the House Thursday afternoon in a 218-214 vote.
Gov. Pritzker announces his running mate in re-election
Gov. JB Pritzker announced Tuesday that Christian Mitchell will join his re-election ticket as the Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor of Illinois.
Gov. JB Pritzker announced Tuesday that Christian Mitchell will join his re-election ticket as the Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor of Illinois.
Gov. Pritzker announces pick for lieutenant governor
Gov. JB Pritzker announced Tuesday that Christian Mitchell will join his re-election ticket as the Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor of Illinois.
Gov. JB Pritzker announced Tuesday that Christian Mitchell will join his re-election ticket as the Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor of Illinois.
New Illinois law makes it easier for students to apply for college
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed multiple bills that are aimed at making it easier for high school students to apply for and afford college.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed multiple bills that are aimed at making it easier for high school students to apply for and afford college.
Paris on Politics: Gov. Pritzker announces run for third term
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Pritzker launches bid for third term ? but will he serve all four years?
Governor JB Pritzker kicks off his 2026 reelection campaign in a familiar spot, touting his record ? while dodging questions about whether he plans to stick around for all four years if elected. Paris Schutz has the story.
Governor JB Pritzker kicks off his 2026 reelection campaign in a familiar spot, touting his record ? while dodging questions about whether he plans to stick around for all four years if elected. Paris Schutz has the story.