Trump's ICE chief to Pritzker: 'Game on' in immigration policy clash, vows enforcement

President-elect Trump's pick to be the “border czar" has issued a pointed response to Gov. Pritzker's recent pledge to keep Illinois a sanctuary state for undocumented immigrants.

Chicago, Illinois leaders prepare for fight over Trump's immigration plans

Illinois leaders are pushing back against the Trump administration's plans to ramp up immigration enforcement, signaling they’ll stand firm on the state’s sanctuary status.

Federal judge overturns Illinois gun ban, citing Second Amendment

A federal judge in downstate Illinois has ruled against the state’s “Protect Illinois Communities Act," declaring that the 2023 gun ban violates the Second Amendment.

'You come for my people, you come through me': Pritzker reacts to Trump's win

Pritzker assured worried Illinoisans the state would remain a sanctuary for immigrants, the LGBTQ+ population, and women seeking reproductive care.

'We will not flinch': Pritzker, Johnson react to Trump's election win

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson released statements on Wednesday reacting to Donald Trump winning the presidency for a second non-consecutive term.

'Help Stop Hate' launched to support communities facing discrimination

As Illinois reports a record-breaking rise in hate crimes, with nearly 12,000 incidents in 2023, the state has launched a new service to support victims of discrimination and violence.

'Help Stop Hate' launched to support communities facing discrimination
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As Illinois reports a record-breaking rise in hate crimes, with nearly 12,000 incidents in 2023, the state has launched a new service to support victims of discrimination and violence.

Illinois trooper honored with Medal of Honor after suffering injuries in Will County crash

An Illinois State Police (ISP) trooper was awarded the Illinois Law Enforcement Medal of Honor on Tuesday after he suffered incapacitating injuries in a Will County crash in 2021.

'We're not going back': Pritzker reacts to Walz-Vance VP debate

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday night released a statement following the conclusion of the vice presidential debate between Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance.

Gov. Pritzker speaks out on Chicago Public Schools turmoil
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Governor Pritzker was asked Wednesday about the rift between Mayor Brandon Johnson and his schools chief. The mayor wants CPS CEO Pedro Martinez to resign and there's a big school board meeting on Thursday.

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.