Looking for alcohol alternatives? New Illinois hemp regulations may make it difficult | ChicagoLIVE
Gov. JB Pritzker recently signed new hemp regulations in Illinois. Delta Beverages' Chief strategy officer David Thomas discusses how this may make a negative impact on the cannabis industry.
Gov. JB Pritzker recently signed new hemp regulations in Illinois. Delta Beverages' Chief strategy officer David Thomas discusses how this may make a negative impact on the cannabis industry.
Why Gov. Pritzker's new 0.2% crypto tax is receiving pushback | ChicagoLIVE
A move from Gov. Pritzker has some wondering what it means for their pocketbooks. President and co-founder of American Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Association Howard Greenburg explains why.
A move from Gov. Pritzker has some wondering what it means for their pocketbooks. President and co-founder of American Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Association Howard Greenburg explains why.
Pritzker signs budget, former alderman running for mayor | The Chicago Report
Gov. Pritzker has signed the 2027 budget. And, a former Chicago alderman has announced he is running for mayor. All this and more on this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Gov. Pritzker has signed the 2027 budget. And, a former Chicago alderman has announced he is running for mayor. All this and more on this episode of "The Chicago Report."
Illinois leaders weigh Bears stadium bills as Pritzker signs record $56B budget
Gov. JB Pritzker and top lawmakers discuss pending legislation aimed at keeping the Bears in Illinois while highlighting a newly approved state budget that avoids income and sales tax hikes and delays a gas tax increase.
Gov. JB Pritzker and top lawmakers discuss pending legislation aimed at keeping the Bears in Illinois while highlighting a newly approved state budget that avoids income and sales tax hikes and delays a gas tax increase.
Pritzker to still attend Bears' games if team moves to Indiana | ChicagoLIVE
Fox Chicago's Lauren Scafidi talks potential Bears move, sports, family with Gov. J.B. Pritzker and gives a sneak peek of her interview on ChicagoLIVE.
Fox Chicago's Lauren Scafidi talks potential Bears move, sports, family with Gov. J.B. Pritzker and gives a sneak peek of her interview on ChicagoLIVE.
Liam Stanton makes mayoral bid, new immigration center bill | The Chicago Report
Liam Stanton is reflecting on his bid for Chicago mayor. And, a new immigration center bill is heading to Gov. JB Pritzker's desk for consideration. We break it all down.
Liam Stanton is reflecting on his bid for Chicago mayor. And, a new immigration center bill is heading to Gov. JB Pritzker's desk for consideration. We break it all down.
Bill limiting locations for new immigration detention centers heads to governor | The Chicago Report
A new bill heading to the governor's desk would ban new immigration detention centers from being built near Illinois homes, schools and churches. Sen. Kimberly Lightford joins us.
A new bill heading to the governor's desk would ban new immigration detention centers from being built near Illinois homes, schools and churches. Sen. Kimberly Lightford joins us.
Gov. Pritzker reacts to Bears' eyeing Indiana stadium
Gov. JB Pritzker said Illinois has been working in "good faith" with the Bears despite the franchise signaling a potential move to Indiana.
Gov. JB Pritzker said Illinois has been working in "good faith" with the Bears despite the franchise signaling a potential move to Indiana.
Chicago Bears announce intentions to build stadium in Hammond, Indiana
The Chicago Bears plan to move forward with building their new stadium out of state.
The Chicago Bears plan to move forward with building their new stadium out of state.
Illinois leaders react after failing to pass last-minute Bears stadium bill
Illinois lawmakers ended their session without passing a stadium bill designed to help keep the Chicago Bears in the state.
Illinois lawmakers ended their session without passing a stadium bill designed to help keep the Chicago Bears in the state.
Pritzker speaks after Bears stadium plan stalls
Gov. JB Pritzker held a press conference Monday morning after Illinois lawmakers adjourned without approving a Bears stadium financing plan.
Gov. JB Pritzker held a press conference Monday morning after Illinois lawmakers adjourned without approving a Bears stadium financing plan.
Illinois lawmakers approve statewide classroom cell phone ban
Illinois lawmakers passed a bill that would ban cell phone use in the classroom.
Illinois lawmakers passed a bill that would ban cell phone use in the classroom.
Debate grows over Pritzker’s proposed BUILD housing plan
Illinois lawmakers are debating Gov. JB Pritzker’s BUILD housing plan, with supporters saying it would ease the state's housing shortage and critics warning it could reduce local zoning control and accelerate gentrification.
Illinois lawmakers are debating Gov. JB Pritzker’s BUILD housing plan, with supporters saying it would ease the state's housing shortage and critics warning it could reduce local zoning control and accelerate gentrification.
Bears stadium plans face crunch time as Illinois deadline nears
With just days left in the Illinois legislative session, pressure is mounting on lawmakers as the Bears weigh stadium options in Arlington Heights and Hammond while costs continue to rise.
With just days left in the Illinois legislative session, pressure is mounting on lawmakers as the Bears weigh stadium options in Arlington Heights and Hammond while costs continue to rise.
Pritzker has changed his tune on data centers | The Chicago Report
Data centers continue to make national headlines. It's a story in Indiana and Illinois. Local governments are approving AI driven developments. We've seen the pushback. State leaders on both sides have something to say about them. JB Pritzker told reporters, where he stands on data centers.
Data centers continue to make national headlines. It's a story in Indiana and Illinois. Local governments are approving AI driven developments. We've seen the pushback. State leaders on both sides have something to say about them. JB Pritzker told reporters, where he stands on data centers.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson jabs Pritzker amid Bears saga: ‘I’m not a billionaire’
Johnson responded to Pritzker's criticism of his last-minute pitch to keep the Bears in Chicago.
Johnson responded to Pritzker's criticism of his last-minute pitch to keep the Bears in Chicago.
Pritzker blasts Johnson’s last-minute push to keep Bears in Chicago
Gov. JB Pritzker accused Mayor Brandon Johnson of showing up "late in the game" Monday after Johnson’s renewed effort to stop the Bears from leaving Chicago for Arlington Heights.
Gov. JB Pritzker accused Mayor Brandon Johnson of showing up "late in the game" Monday after Johnson’s renewed effort to stop the Bears from leaving Chicago for Arlington Heights.
Pritzker blasts Johnson’s last-minute push to keep Bears in Chicago
Pritzker accused Johnson of showing up "late in the game" after a renewed effort to stop the Bears from leaving Chicago for Arlington Heights.
Pritzker accused Johnson of showing up "late in the game" after a renewed effort to stop the Bears from leaving Chicago for Arlington Heights.
Larry Hoover Jr. pushes for father's clemency | The Chicago Report
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
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