Pritzker says state can only do so much to help Chicago's financial issues
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said Chicago officials have not approached him about the city's budget deficit.
Skokie begins electrifying municipal fleet with $45K ComEd grant
The Village of Skokie received a $45,000 check from ComEd to help cover the costs of electric vehicles for its public works, police, and fire departments.
Disaster Proclamation issued for several Illinois counties after July storms, flooding
Gov. J.B. Pritzker issued a disaster proclamation in several Illinois counties following severe storms and flooding last month.
New Longmeadow Parkway Bridge opens in western suburbs
A new bridge has opened in the western suburbs just in time for Labor Day weekend.
Sen. Duckworth on DNC: ‘Everything I hoped it would be’
Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth was instrumental in convincing party leaders to bring the 2024 Democratic National Convention to Chicago.
Hollywood meets politics: Pritzker hosts exclusive DNC bash at Salt Shed
In addition to political power players, the Democratic National Convention is also bringing some of Hollywood’s biggest names to the Windy City.
Pritzker pledges state's delegates to Harris-Walz at DNC with iconic Chicago Bulls theme
Given that this year’s DNC was held in Chicago, Illinois was fittingly introduced with the iconic Bulls' intro song.
Chicago craft brewers toast to the DNC with exclusive local beers
All things Illinois are on display this week for the Democratic National Convention, including the state’s booming craft brewing industry. Some local breweries have teamed up with Gov. JB Pritzker’s team for a special DNC brew to highlight their work.
DNC speaker schedule Tuesday: Obamas headline second day of convention
The Democratic National Convention speaker schedule for Tuesday features a warm Illinois welcome from Gov. J.B. Pritzker, a keynote speech from former President Barack Obama, and a few special appearances from well-known Republicans.
‘Hitting kids should never be allowed’: Illinois bans corporal punishment in schools
This school year, Illinois will become just the fifth state in the nation to prohibit corporal punishment in all schools.
DNC in Chicago: Tim Walz’ wife makes surprise address to Illinois Democrats
A surprise guest visited Illinois Democrats as they gathered for their first delegation breakfast of Chicago’s Democratic National Convention.
Illinois National Guard deployed to assist Chicago police for DNC
With large numbers of protesters expected at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, the city’s police will receive assistance from the Illinois National Guard.
