Pritzker: Blame 'Fair Tax' opponents for coming budget pain
“There will be cuts, and they will be painful,” said Pritzker during his daily COVID-19 briefing in Chicago.
“There will be cuts, and they will be painful,” said Pritzker during his daily COVID-19 briefing in Chicago.
Illinois voters reject 'Fair Tax' proposal
Voters have rejected a proposal to abolish Illinois’ flat-rate income tax for one that would take a greater share from wealthier taxpayers.
Voters have rejected a proposal to abolish Illinois’ flat-rate income tax for one that would take a greater share from wealthier taxpayers.
Illinois 'fair tax' likely headed for rejection by voters
Leslie Munger, former Republican Illinois comptroller, weighs in on the apparent decision by Illinois voters to reject the so-called "fair tax" amendement.
Leslie Munger, former Republican Illinois comptroller, weighs in on the apparent decision by Illinois voters to reject the so-called "fair tax" amendement.
Illinois COVID-19 cases force entire state into mitigations
With the entire state scheduled to be under stricter rules regarding social interaction by Wednesday, Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Monday reported another near-record day for new infections of the coronavirus.
With the entire state scheduled to be under stricter rules regarding social interaction by Wednesday, Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Monday reported another near-record day for new infections of the coronavirus.
National Guard reports to Chicago in case of election unrest
Gov. J.B. Pritzker has deployed Illinois National Guard troops to Chicago to prepare for potential election-related civil unrest.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker has deployed Illinois National Guard troops to Chicago to prepare for potential election-related civil unrest.
Gov. Pritzker says high school basketball is back on hold, IHSA plans to start season in November
Gov. Pritzker says high school basketball is back on hold, one day after IHSA says it would start on schedule.
Gov. Pritzker says high school basketball is back on hold, one day after IHSA says it would start on schedule.
COVID-19 crackdown now in 9 of 11 regions in Illinois
A region that encompasses central and west-central Illinois, including the capital of Springfield, became the latest Thursday to face restrictions on social interaction because of an elevated rate of positive tests for COVID-19.
A region that encompasses central and west-central Illinois, including the capital of Springfield, became the latest Thursday to face restrictions on social interaction because of an elevated rate of positive tests for COVID-19.
Local bars, restaurants struggling to stay afloat due to COVID
“Please, we just need some answers, help us stay open,” said Chicago small business owner Ahmed Braimah.
“Please, we just need some answers, help us stay open,” said Chicago small business owner Ahmed Braimah.
Republican leaders ask Pritzker to justify his bar, restaurant plan
Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Wednesday that his administration is collecting and will make public the data to justify his COVID-19 restrictions on indoor dining after Senate Republicans urged him to release the numbers.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Wednesday that his administration is collecting and will make public the data to justify his COVID-19 restrictions on indoor dining after Senate Republicans urged him to release the numbers.
IHSA allowing basketball season to move forward in November
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Board of Directors met for a special board meeting on Wednesday and provided the latest information on the IHSA’s winter sports season.
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Board of Directors met for a special board meeting on Wednesday and provided the latest information on the IHSA’s winter sports season.
Lightfoot, Pritzker clash over coronavirus restrictions
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot warned Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s planned rollback of coronavirus reopenings will have a devastating impact on the city’s economy just as it is beginning to recover from the damage caused by earlier lockdowns.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot warned Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s planned rollback of coronavirus reopenings will have a devastating impact on the city’s economy just as it is beginning to recover from the damage caused by earlier lockdowns.
Gov. Pritzker places restrictions on indoor dining and drinking in Chicago
Surging COVID-19 cases in Chicago prompted Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Tuesday to ban indoor dining and bar services and limit the number of people gathering in one place.
Surging COVID-19 cases in Chicago prompted Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Tuesday to ban indoor dining and bar services and limit the number of people gathering in one place.
Illinois residents urged to mitigate coronavirus spread amid spike in cases
After another record-breaking day in Illinois for new coronavirus infections this weekend, Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Monday again implored residents to do all they can to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the illness caused by the untreatable virus.
After another record-breaking day in Illinois for new coronavirus infections this weekend, Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Monday again implored residents to do all they can to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the illness caused by the untreatable virus.
Curfew goes into effect in Chicago for non-essential businesses
A 10 p.m. curfew went into effect Friday night for all non-essential businesses in Chicago, and restaurants are already feeling the strain.
A 10 p.m. curfew went into effect Friday night for all non-essential businesses in Chicago, and restaurants are already feeling the strain.
Gov. Pritzker announces additional COVID-19 mitigation efforts for Region 1
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health announced additional COVID-19 mitigation efforts that will be implemented in Region 1, Northwestern Illinois, beginning on Sunday, Oct. 25.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health announced additional COVID-19 mitigation efforts that will be implemented in Region 1, Northwestern Illinois, beginning on Sunday, Oct. 25.
Illinois starts planning for COVID-19 vaccine as cases surge
While battling a recalcitrant coronavirus pandemic, Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Wednesday started laying plans for distributing a safe and effective vaccine.
While battling a recalcitrant coronavirus pandemic, Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Wednesday started laying plans for distributing a safe and effective vaccine.
Chicago officials, Pritzker warn of 2nd coronavirus wave
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Chicago officials warned Monday of “worrying trends” in increased COVID-19 cases, calling it a second wave that could trigger additional restrictions to curb the spread.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Chicago officials warned Monday of “worrying trends” in increased COVID-19 cases, calling it a second wave that could trigger additional restrictions to curb the spread.
Supporters, opponents debate Illinois 'fair tax'
An online forum featured two foes of changing Illinois's current flat income tax and two supporters of imposing a higher rate on higher earners. The tax rate now is 4.95 percent on everyone.
An online forum featured two foes of changing Illinois's current flat income tax and two supporters of imposing a higher rate on higher earners. The tax rate now is 4.95 percent on everyone.
Ending cash bail, more rehab part of Pritzker's prison plan
Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Tuesday announced proposals to end cash bail, change theft and drug-crime sentencing to give criminals opportunities to escape addiction and creating more rehabilitation options to reduce long sentences.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Tuesday announced proposals to end cash bail, change theft and drug-crime sentencing to give criminals opportunities to escape addiction and creating more rehabilitation options to reduce long sentences.
Pritzker among 12 Democratic governors vowing that all votes will be counted
Twelve Democratic governors issued a joint statement on Wednesday defending American democracy, vowing that every valid ballot will be counted in the election after President Donald Trump sowed distrust during the first presidential debate.
Twelve Democratic governors issued a joint statement on Wednesday defending American democracy, vowing that every valid ballot will be counted in the election after President Donald Trump sowed distrust during the first presidential debate.