Gov. Pritzker: ‘There may be some bad apples’ protesting DNC
In a one-on-one interview, Gov. Pritzker reflected on the efforts it took to bring the DNC to Chicago.
Illinois now has an official state mushroom
Illinois' official state mushroom was championed by elementary students in Wheaton.
Chicago DNC 2024: Road closures, parking restrictions begin around United Center, McCormick Place
The Democratic National Convention is set to arrive in Chicago in one week and security preparations will soon be underway.
Chicago’s DNC countdown begins with pep rally: Gov. Pritzker, local leaders highlight economic impact
With just ten days until the Democratic National Convention kicks off, excitement is building across Chicago.
Sonya Massey murder: Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell retiring following fatal shooting
Sheriff Jack Campbell of Sangamon County announced his retirement Friday, just days after Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker called for his resignation following the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey by one of his deputies last month.
New Illinois law automatically sets up expungement hearings for juveniles
Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a new law on Friday aimed at simplifying juvenile expungement in Illinois.
Sonya Massey murder: Pritzker calls for resignation of sheriff whose deputy fatally shot woman in her home
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker called Wednesday for the resignation of the sheriff whose deputy fatally wounded Sonya Massey in her home last month after she called 911 for help.
Sonya Massey murder: Sangamon County sheriff refuses to resign after Pritzker's call following fatal shooting
Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell announced he would not resign despite Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s call for his resignation following the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey by one of his deputies last month.
Pritzker signs bills to protect reproductive rights: 'No longer enough to legislate for the current moment'
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed multiple bills on Wednesday designed to further protect reproductive rights in Illinois.
New Illinois law eases ID process for formerly incarcerated individuals
A new law signed by Governor JB Pritzker aims to ease the transition for individuals re-entering society after incarceration by simplifying the process of obtaining a state ID card.
Pritzker reacts to Tim Walz being selected as Kamala Harris' running mate
Gov. J.B. Pritzker weighed in Tuesday on Tim Walz being named Kamala Harris' running mate in this year's presidential election.
Pritzker signs bill to eliminate Illinois' grocery tax
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill to eliminate grocery tax.
Illinois business leaders push Harris to select Pritzker for VP as she locks up nomination
A group of Illinois business leaders, including Bears Chairman George McCaskey, have written a letter to Kamala Harris’ team endorsing JB Pritzker to be her vice president.