Takeaways from Gov. Pritzker's Illinois budget address
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FOX 32's Paris Schutz breaks down the key takeaways from JB Pritzker's budget address at the state capitol.

Reaction pours in after Pritzker's 2026 budget proposal: 'We have our work cut out for us'

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker delivered his highly anticipated budget address on Wednesday in Springfield, laying out his strategy to address a significant budget shortfall of more than $3 billion. 

Pritzker compares Trump Administration to Nazi regime during budget address

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker gave his annual budget address in Springfield on Wednesday, and largely overlooked was his plan to close a projected $3.2 billion budget gap—about half a percent of the total spending plan.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker lays out 2026 budget proposal
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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker gave his budget address on Wednesday in Springfield to lay out his plan on how to close a more than $3 billion spending gap.

Illinois budget showdown: Pritzker vows no tax increases, GOP demands cuts

One Illinois lawmaker is proposing the state create its own version of DOGE, following the lead of Elon Musk, to take a sledgehammer to waste and excessive spending.

Chicago to host 2025 Aspen Ideas Climate Summit in July

This summer, Chicago will be the new host of the Aspen Ideas Climate Summit, Gov. JB Pritzker announced.

Pritzker vows to fight Trump admin’s sanctuary lawsuit, slams tariffs

Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Illinois will continue to fight a lawsuit filed by the Trump administration challenging the state's sanctuary law.

Pritzker vows to fight Trump admin?s sanctuary lawsuit, slams tariffs
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Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Illinois will continue to fight a lawsuit filed by the Trump administration challenging the state's sanctuary law.

DOJ sues Illinois and Chicago over immigration policies

The U.S. Department of Justice is suing Illinois and Chicago, arguing that their immigration policies interfere with federal enforcement efforts.

New Illinois law makes it easier for grandparents, relatives to care for foster kids

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed a new bill this week that gives the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) more flexibility in certifying grandparents and other relatives as safe caregivers for kids in DCFS care.

Illinois makes it easier for grandparents to care for foster kids
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Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill into law that makes it easier for grandparents and other relatives to be allowed to take guardianship of children in the state?s child welfare system.