Illinois drivers to pay more in tolls under $1.5B transit rescue plan
Illinois lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion transit overhaul funded partly by a 45-cent toll hike.
Illinois lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion transit overhaul funded partly by a 45-cent toll hike.
Durbin meets with Little Village students after peaceful protest
Illinois Senator Dick Durbin showing some recognitions for Little Village students who took part in a peaceful protest.
Illinois Senator Dick Durbin showing some recognitions for Little Village students who took part in a peaceful protest.
Illinois drivers to pay more in tolls under $1.5B transit rescue plan
Illinois lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion transit overhaul funded partly by a 45-cent toll hike. Supporters call it a lifeline for CTA, Pace, and Metra, while critics say it shortchanges downstate projects.
Illinois lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion transit overhaul funded partly by a 45-cent toll hike. Supporters call it a lifeline for CTA, Pace, and Metra, while critics say it shortchanges downstate projects.
Illinois lawmakers approve ban on immigration arrests near courthouses
Illinois lawmakers have sent Gov. JB Pritzker legislation prohibiting federal authorities from making immigration arrests near courthouses, but even one of the measure’s top sponsors questions whether it can survive a court challenge.
Illinois lawmakers have sent Gov. JB Pritzker legislation prohibiting federal authorities from making immigration arrests near courthouses, but even one of the measure’s top sponsors questions whether it can survive a court challenge.
Pritzker opposes $1.5B transit bill proposal | The Chicago Report
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Request denied for immigration operations pause during Halloween in Illinois
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker asked the Trump administration to pause federal immigration operations in Chicago this weekend to make sure kids can enjoy Halloween without worry.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker asked the Trump administration to pause federal immigration operations in Chicago this weekend to make sure kids can enjoy Halloween without worry.
Bears offer Chicago $25 million as they push to leave for Arlington Heights
If the Bears exit Chicago, they plan to drop $25 million in the city's lap, as part of a push to smooth their path out of town.
If the Bears exit Chicago, they plan to drop $25 million in the city's lap, as part of a push to smooth their path out of town.
Noem denies request to pause immigration operations for Halloween
Governor Pritzker is asking the Trump Administration to pause federal immigration operations in Chicago this weekend. He wants to make sure kids can enjoy Halloween without worry.
Governor Pritzker is asking the Trump Administration to pause federal immigration operations in Chicago this weekend. He wants to make sure kids can enjoy Halloween without worry.
DHS Sec. Kristi Noem reports over 3,000 detained in Operation Midway Blitz
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem provided an update on Operation Midway Blitz in a press conference on Thursday in Gary, Indiana. Noem also responded to Gov. Pritzker's request to call off the operation on Halloween, saying it would still be in full force on Friday.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem provided an update on Operation Midway Blitz in a press conference on Thursday in Gary, Indiana. Noem also responded to Gov. Pritzker's request to call off the operation on Halloween, saying it would still be in full force on Friday.
'Shameful': Noem responds to Pritzker's request to pause immigration enforcement for Halloween
Department of Homeland Security Krisi Noem responded Thursday to Gov. JB Pritzker's ask that her agency pause immigration enforcement operations in Chicago over the Halloween weekend.
Department of Homeland Security Krisi Noem responded Thursday to Gov. JB Pritzker's ask that her agency pause immigration enforcement operations in Chicago over the Halloween weekend.
Gov. Pritzker slams 'worst of the worst' in Trump administration
Gov. JB Pritzker condemns the Trump administration and federal immigration officer's violent presence in Illinois in a press conference on Thursday. He called the administration's actions an "abuse of power."
Gov. JB Pritzker condemns the Trump administration and federal immigration officer's violent presence in Illinois in a press conference on Thursday. He called the administration's actions an "abuse of power."
Gov. Pritzker calls out CBP Commander Greg Bovino: 'I honestly can't even believe I have to make this plea'
Gov. JB Pritzker is calling on federal immigration authorities to cease operations in Illinois for Halloween weekend.
Gov. JB Pritzker is calling on federal immigration authorities to cease operations in Illinois for Halloween weekend.
Pritzker balks at $1.5B bill to save Chicago area transit system
Illinois state lawmakers unveiled a massive $1.5 billion funding package for the Chicago area’s transit system. Proponents argue it’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to transform public transportation in the region, but it will come at a cost.
Illinois state lawmakers unveiled a massive $1.5 billion funding package for the Chicago area’s transit system. Proponents argue it’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to transform public transportation in the region, but it will come at a cost.
Illinois appeals Trump administration’s denial of flood disaster aid
Chicago and the state of Illinois are appealing to the Trump administration.
Chicago and the state of Illinois are appealing to the Trump administration.
Illinois appeals Trump administration’s denial of flood disaster aid
Chicago and the state of Illinois are appealing to the Trump administration.
Chicago and the state of Illinois are appealing to the Trump administration.
Illinois appeals Trump administration’s denial of flood disaster aid
Chicago and the state of Illinois are appealing to the Trump administration.
Chicago and the state of Illinois are appealing to the Trump administration.
Pritzker files for re-election, criticizes Trump amid govt shutdown
Gov. JB Pritzker highlights growing worries about food shortages and unpaid air traffic controllers as the government shutdown drags on.
Gov. JB Pritzker highlights growing worries about food shortages and unpaid air traffic controllers as the government shutdown drags on.
ICE sightings prompt soft lockdowns at Chicago schools
Reports of ICE activity in Bucktown and Wicker Park triggered precautionary lockdowns at nearby schools, while some CPS board members and state leaders pushed to expand virtual learning options amid growing safety concerns.
Reports of ICE activity in Bucktown and Wicker Park triggered precautionary lockdowns at nearby schools, while some CPS board members and state leaders pushed to expand virtual learning options amid growing safety concerns.
Pritzker signs executive order on deployment of troops in Illinois
Governor Pritzker is taking new action to stop what he calls illegal activity by federal immigration agents.
Governor Pritzker is taking new action to stop what he calls illegal activity by federal immigration agents.
Pritzker launches Illinois Accountability Commission to prob federal immigration actions
Gov. JB Pritzker announced on Thursday the creation of the Illinois Accountability Commission, a new state body tasked with investigating and documenting alleged civil rights abuses tied to federal immigration enforcement operations.
Gov. JB Pritzker announced on Thursday the creation of the Illinois Accountability Commission, a new state body tasked with investigating and documenting alleged civil rights abuses tied to federal immigration enforcement operations.