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A solar farm near Waverly, Illinois, south of Springfield, on July 31, 2024. (E. Jason Wambsgans/baiduhai)

Audit finds state agency fell short on social equity initiatives outlined in Gov. JB Pritzker’s landmark climate bill

July 9, 2025 at 6:23 p.m.

A state agency fell short in implementing elements of Gov. JB Pritzker's landmark climate bill, an Illinois auditor general's investigation found.

State Rep. Hoan Huynh, left, and state Sen. Mike Simmons announce that they will run for 9th Congressional District to replace longtime U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky. (E. Jason Wambsgans and Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Competition for 9th Congressional District heats up as 2 state legislators join large Democratic field

July 8, 2025 at 12:08 p.m.

The race to replace longtime U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky is getting more crowded as state Sen. Mike Simmons launches his campaign.

The sun sets over the U.S. Supreme Court on Feb. 10, 2025, in Washington, D.C. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Supreme Court ruling means ‘harder work’ for Illinois and others fighting Trump administration actions

July 5, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on federal injunctions means 'more work' for Illinois Attorney General's office and others fighting Trump administration.

Chicago police investigative services officers retrieve evidence after a house fire in the 3600 block of West Palmer Street on July 4, 2025. At least five people, including three children, were transported to area hospitals stemming from a domestic incident and resulting fire. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

4-year-old dead and others injured after stabbings, fire in Logan Square: police

July 5, 2025 at 1:48 p.m.

A 4-year-old boy died after a woman allegedly stabbed multiple people inside a Logan Square residence before setting the home on fire Friday morning, police said.

Gov. JB Pritzker, right, and his running mate Christian Mitchell, stop at Peach’s Restaurant for a meet and greet with patrons in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood on July 2, 2025. (Antonio Perez/baiduhai)

Gov. JB Pritzker’s running mate is a fellow Chicagoan, but says he will ‘represent all of Illinois’

July 3, 2025 at 6:18 a.m.

Gov. JB Pritzker and his new running mate, Christian Mitchell, downplayed any suggestions that the all-Chicago ticket gives short shrift to downstate interests.

Christian Mitchell, Gov. JB Pritzker’s pick for lieutenant governor, on July 1, 2025, in the Loop. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Gov. JB Pritzker taps running mate with experience in government and a life story different from his own

July 2, 2025 at 6:11 a.m.

A former lawmaker and deputy governor, Christian Mitchell now oversees civic engagement at the University of Chicago. Current Lt. Gov. Julianna Stratton is running for US Senate.

Refillable vapes are available for sale at Mr. Vape & Smoke in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood on June 18, 2025. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

In July 1: Tax hikes for gas, Zyn and betting. Out: Hotel mini shampoos.

July 1, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

Taxes on gas, sports betting, nicotine products and short-term rentals all go up in Illinois on July 1.

Gov. JB Pritzker speaks to reporters after announcing his candidacy for a third term on June 26, 2025, at the Grand Crossing Park Field House in Chicago. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Gov. JB Pritzker is running for reelection. Who will he pick as his No. 2?

June 30, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

The job of Illinois lieutenant governor will become vacant with the current occupant, Juliana Stratton, running to succeed retiring U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin.

Gov. JB Pritzker delivers his annual budget address on Feb. 19, 2025, at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Amid federal funding uncertainty, Illinois lawmakers add ‘safety valve’ to state budget

June 20, 2025 at 11:44 a.m.

As Illinois leaders weigh whether they’ll need to return to Springfield this summer to deal with expected federal funding issues, tucked into the existing budget package signed by Gov. JB...

Gov. JB Pritzker speaks during the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce annual meeting at the Hyatt Regency on June 3, 2025. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Gov. JB Pritzker signs budget amid federal funding uncertainty, unaddressed transit issues

June 16, 2025 at 11:35 p.m.

Gov. JB Pritzker signed his seventh annual budget, balanced as promised with spending cuts, taxes and one-time revenue boosts,.

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