Illinois lawmakers, Chicago leaders want Biden to expand work permits for undocumented immigrants
Congressman Chuy Garcia says Illinois immigrants contribute more than $9.8 billion in federal taxes and 5.2 billion in state and local taxes.
Congressman Chuy Garcia says Illinois immigrants contribute more than $9.8 billion in federal taxes and 5.2 billion in state and local taxes.
Illinois expands access to mental health services for agricultural communities
Gov. JB Pritzker has announced a new initiative to improve care options for rural farmers and agricultural communities.
Gov. JB Pritzker has announced a new initiative to improve care options for rural farmers and agricultural communities.
Illinois launches new initiative to help those in rural communities get resources for their mental health
The state of Illinois launched a new initiative people living in rural communities to get help when it comes to their mental health.
The state of Illinois launched a new initiative people living in rural communities to get help when it comes to their mental health.
DuPage County State's Attorney advances animal protection with new law
A new initiative proposed by the DuPage County State's Attorney that aims to safeguard animals has been signed into law by Gov. JB Pritzker.
A new initiative proposed by the DuPage County State's Attorney that aims to safeguard animals has been signed into law by Gov. JB Pritzker.
Pritzker responds after suburban police officer decertified by Illinois for stealing $15 shirt in 2008
A former suburban police officer who can no longer work as a cop because of a crime she committed 15 years ago is getting more support.
A former suburban police officer who can no longer work as a cop because of a crime she committed 15 years ago is getting more support.
Massive effort in Illinois to increase number of women working in trades
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su announced a federal grant that supports Illinois women in trades.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su announced a federal grant that supports Illinois women in trades.
Massive effort in Illinois to increase number of women working in trades
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su announced a federal grant that supports Illinois women in trades.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su announced a federal grant that supports Illinois women in trades.
Pritzker joins students on first day of classes
It was back to school Monday for college students at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana and other U of I campuses.
It was back to school Monday for college students at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana and other U of I campuses.
Pritzker signs legislation to address food deserts across Illinois
Governor J.B. Pritzker signed new legislation Friday to address food deserts across Illinois.
Governor J.B. Pritzker signed new legislation Friday to address food deserts across Illinois.
Pritzker goes off on MAGA Republicans at Illinois State Fair
Springfield witnessed a surge of Democratic energy on Wednesday as Governor JB Pritzker headlined the festivities during Democrat Day at the Illinois State Fair.
Springfield witnessed a surge of Democratic energy on Wednesday as Governor JB Pritzker headlined the festivities during Democrat Day at the Illinois State Fair.
Pritzker signs law allowing 'All Genders' restrooms
Governor JB Pritzker has signed another 45 bills into law.
Governor JB Pritzker has signed another 45 bills into law.
Biden approves disaster declaration for Chicago area flooding
In response to the unprecedented storms that led to widespread flooding in Cook County a month ago, President Joe Biden has declared a federal disaster.
In response to the unprecedented storms that led to widespread flooding in Cook County a month ago, President Joe Biden has declared a federal disaster.
Illinois makes it easier for students to participate in 4-H Club, FFA
The state is making it easier for students to participate in two of the largest extracurricular clubs: 4-H Club and Future Farmers of America.
The state is making it easier for students to participate in two of the largest extracurricular clubs: 4-H Club and Future Farmers of America.
Naperville gun dealer appeals to US Supreme Court to lift assault weapon ban
As the battle over assault weapons in Illinois heats up, gun supporters are coming to the aid of a west suburban firearms dealer.
As the battle over assault weapons in Illinois heats up, gun supporters are coming to the aid of a west suburban firearms dealer.
Pritzker signs law holding gun manufacturers liable for marketing practices
The day after the Illinois Supreme Court upheld the state's ban on semi-automatic weapons, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed another anti-gun bill into law.
The day after the Illinois Supreme Court upheld the state's ban on semi-automatic weapons, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed another anti-gun bill into law.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signs Firearm Industry Responsibility Act into law
The governor says the new Firearm Industry Responsibility law will cut down on what he calls "unsafe marketing practices" by gun manufacturers, including targeting those under the age of 18 and promoting guns to use for paramilitary purposes. Anthony Ponce reports.
The governor says the new Firearm Industry Responsibility law will cut down on what he calls "unsafe marketing practices" by gun manufacturers, including targeting those under the age of 18 and promoting guns to use for paramilitary purposes. Anthony Ponce reports.
Illinois State Fair kicks off with food, music and dancing
The Illinois State Fair takes place at the fairgrounds in Springfield and features tons of food, exhibits, contests, music, and more.
The Illinois State Fair takes place at the fairgrounds in Springfield and features tons of food, exhibits, contests, music, and more.
500-pound 'Butter Cow' unveiled ahead of Illinois State Fair
Illinois State Fair officials unveiled the World's Best Butter Cow Wednesday afternoon.
Illinois State Fair officials unveiled the World's Best Butter Cow Wednesday afternoon.
Pritzker signs bill to ban single-use Styrofoam in state agencies, universities
In a few years, you can say goodbye to single-use Styrofoam.
In a few years, you can say goodbye to single-use Styrofoam.
Pritzker signs bill to explore new state flag for Illinois
Governor JB Pritzker on Monday signed a bill to begin the process of looking into a new state flag for Illinois.
Governor JB Pritzker on Monday signed a bill to begin the process of looking into a new state flag for Illinois.