Report released on state's response to deadly COVID outbreak at Lasalle Veterans' Home
The report found that the state health department, "did not identify and respond to the seriousness of the outbreak," "did not offer any advice or assistance as to how to slow the spread within the facility," and did not offer to provide extra COVID rapid tests.
The report found that the state health department, "did not identify and respond to the seriousness of the outbreak," "did not offer any advice or assistance as to how to slow the spread within the facility," and did not offer to provide extra COVID rapid tests.
AUDIT: Report released on state's response to deadly COVID outbreak at Lasalle Veterans' Home
The Illinois Auditor General released a 100-page report on the state's response to the COVID-19 outbreak at the Lasalle Veterans' Home ? which killed 36 people.
The Illinois Auditor General released a 100-page report on the state's response to the COVID-19 outbreak at the Lasalle Veterans' Home ? which killed 36 people.
Pritzker, Lightfoot pledge to keep abortion access for Illinois residents
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Mayor Lori Lightfoot promised to preserve abortion access for their constituents Tuesday less than a day after a Supreme Court document leaked that has thrown the future of Roe v. Wade into jeopardy.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Mayor Lori Lightfoot promised to preserve abortion access for their constituents Tuesday less than a day after a Supreme Court document leaked that has thrown the future of Roe v. Wade into jeopardy.
Illinois 'will fight like hell' against overturning of Roe v. Wade decision, Pritzker says
"Illinois is a beacon of hope, and we will fight like hell for women here and across the nation. We support those who believe, not in limiting rights but expanding them. That is freedom, that is democracy," Pritzker said.
"Illinois is a beacon of hope, and we will fight like hell for women here and across the nation. We support those who believe, not in limiting rights but expanding them. That is freedom, that is democracy," Pritzker said.
Pritzker calls implications of SCOTUS reversing the Roe v. Wade decision 'terrifying'
Gov. J.B. Pritzker said that no matter what the Supreme Court does in regards to the Roe v. Wade decision that "abortion is safe and legal in Illinois."
Gov. J.B. Pritzker said that no matter what the Supreme Court does in regards to the Roe v. Wade decision that "abortion is safe and legal in Illinois."
'Hell no!' Pritzker, Lightfoot react to report suggesting Roe v. Wade will be overturned
"As mayor, I have one message to anyone worried about access to abortion care… Chicago’s doors are open. We unequivocally respect you, and your choices," Mayor Lightfoot said on Twitter after the news broke.
"As mayor, I have one message to anyone worried about access to abortion care… Chicago’s doors are open. We unequivocally respect you, and your choices," Mayor Lightfoot said on Twitter after the news broke.
Chicago announces bid to host 2024 Democratic National Convention
Chicago on Tuesday announced a bid to bring the Democratic National Convention that will choose the party’s presidential nominee to the city in 2024.
Chicago on Tuesday announced a bid to bring the Democratic National Convention that will choose the party’s presidential nominee to the city in 2024.
$113M in violence prevention funding opens for Illinois community organizations
The second round of Illinois violence prevention funding opened up Monday with $113 million available for community organizations across the state.
The second round of Illinois violence prevention funding opened up Monday with $113 million available for community organizations across the state.
Illinois homeowners can now apply for grants to help pay bills
Illinois has $309 million up for grabs and Governor JB Pritzker wants you to apply for it.
Illinois has $309 million up for grabs and Governor JB Pritzker wants you to apply for it.
Pritzker signs bill to address Illinois teacher shortage
The new laws also raise the minimum wage for Illinois teachers to $40,000 per year.
The new laws also raise the minimum wage for Illinois teachers to $40,000 per year.
Moody's upgrades Illinois' credit rating for second time in a year
"A credit upgrade means Illinois will likely pay a lower interest rate, saving taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars in the coming years," Gov. Pritzker said.
"A credit upgrade means Illinois will likely pay a lower interest rate, saving taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars in the coming years," Gov. Pritzker said.
Pritzker signs Illinois budget as Republican rivals take aim at governor's tax hike record
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed the 2023 budget on Tuesday and said the plan makes historic investments in education, healthcare and human services.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed the 2023 budget on Tuesday and said the plan makes historic investments in education, healthcare and human services.
Pritzker signs Illinois budget as Republican rivals take aim at governor's tax hike record
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed the 2023 budget on Tuesday and said the plan makes historic investments in education, healthcare and human services.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed the 2023 budget on Tuesday and said the plan makes historic investments in education, healthcare and human services.
Pritzker lifts mask requirement for Illinois public transportation
Effective immediately, masks will no longer be required on public transit, in public transit hubs, or in airports across Illinois.
Effective immediately, masks will no longer be required on public transit, in public transit hubs, or in airports across Illinois.
New $30M ad campaign showcases Illinois as the 'Middle of Everything'
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is launching a new $30 million tourism campaign to boost the economy post-pandemic.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is launching a new $30 million tourism campaign to boost the economy post-pandemic.
Illinois launches new $30M ad campaign to boost tourism
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is launching a new $30 million tourism campaign to boost the economy post-pandemic.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is launching a new $30 million tourism campaign to boost the economy post-pandemic.
Illinois launches new tourism campaign, highlighting cultural landmarks
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and others unveiled a new tourism ad campaign for the state on Monday.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and others unveiled a new tourism ad campaign for the state on Monday.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker announces the rollout of new Illinois tourism campaign
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and other state officials rolled out a new $30 million ad campaign Monday highlighting Illinois as the ?Middle of Everything."
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and other state officials rolled out a new $30 million ad campaign Monday highlighting Illinois as the ?Middle of Everything."
Pritzker, students, lawmakers celebrate record investment in youth development programs
The fiscal year 2023 budget includes historic increases in education funding, violence prevention, and youth mental health programs.
The fiscal year 2023 budget includes historic increases in education funding, violence prevention, and youth mental health programs.
Illinois lawmakers approve $46.5 billion budget with tax relief for residents
The plan includes a direct payment to Illinois residents making less than $200,000 per year or $400,000 per year for couples filing jointly.
The plan includes a direct payment to Illinois residents making less than $200,000 per year or $400,000 per year for couples filing jointly.