New Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near sensitive locations

Gov. Pritzker signed a law prohibiting federal officials from taking enforcement actions against immigrants near sensitive locations.

New Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near sensitive locations
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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday signed a law prohibiting federal officials from taking enforcement actions against immigrants near courthouses, in hospitals, on college campuses or in day care facilities.

Gov. Pritzker meets Pope Leo XIV during visit to Vatican
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Gov. JB Pritzker shared photos on Wednesday of meeting Pope Leo XIV, saying he felt honor and reverence for the new pontiff.

Pritzker meets Pope Leo XIV during visit to Vatican

Gov. JB Pritzker shared photos on Wednesday of meeting Pope Leo XIV, saying he felt honor and reverence for the new pontiff.

Illinois state senator blasts Pritzker’s immigration and healthcare policies | ChicagoLIVE
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Illinois State Senator Dave Syverson joined ChicagoLIVE on Friday to criticize Governor JB Pritzker’s handling of immigration-related programs — including healthcare for noncitizens and SNAP benefits. Syverson argued that state policies restricting cooperation with ICE have created “chaos,” strained hospitals, and put pressure on law enforcement, while calling for changes to Illinois’ Trust Act and sanctuary laws.

Chicago alderman says he has ‘no regrets’ after Pritzker clash, eyes congressional bid | ChicagoLIVE
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Following a viral confrontation with Gov. JB Pritzker at a Veterans Day event, Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez tells ChicagoLIVE he stands by his questions about taxing corporations and supporting working families. He also discusses why he’s weighing an independent run for Congress in Illinois’ 4th District.

Gov. JB Pritzker worries that Trump will go to extremes to distract from Epstein files

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker says he’s worried about how President Donald Trump might respond to the growing controversy over documents tying him to Jeffrey Epstein.

Chicago alderman confronts Gov. Pritzker over head tax; Gen. Stanley McChrystal on Veterans Day | The Chicago Report
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Tensions rise on "The Chicago Report" as a Chicago alderman goes face-to-face with Governor J.B. Pritzker over the controversial employee head tax — hear exactly what he said. We also meet Republican Don Tracy, who’s running to replace Sen. Dick Durbin, and reflect on Veterans Day with retired Four-Star General Stanley McChrystal, sharing insights on leadership, service, and the role of U.S. forces at home.

Broadview attorney sues village over protest restrictions outside ICE facility
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A Broadview lawyer and community activist is taking legal action against the village, challenging rules that limit when people can protest outside the west suburban ICE facility.

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 drivers to pay more in tolls under $1.5B transit rescue plan
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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.