Lawmakers frustrated over delay in distribution of after-school program funds
State struggles again to get money out the door for after-school programs.
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3 obstacles facing the Bears’ megaprojects bill in the Illinois General Assembly
With just 10 days before state lawmakers wrap up their spring session, there’s “substantial opposition” to megaprojects legislation that would ...
Illinois lawmakers considering ban on guns like Glocks
Supporters of the bill say Glock’s design is easily modified into an automatic weapon.
Session cheat sheet: What’s ahead as Illinois General Assembly nears its conclusion?
AI, budget, Bears, BUILD, credit cards, drugs and data centers among measures still in limbo.
Illinois’ new auditor general takes long view of watchdog role, says audits ‘speak for themselves’
In a 45-minue interview, Auditor General Chris Meister laid out his philosophy for the role. He also offered a reminder ...
Illinois county clerks are preparing for mail voting amid continued attacks, changes
Despite attacks, Illinoisans like voting by mail and county clerks are confident they can handle new challenges.
Pritzker accuses Johnson of having ‘no plan’ to keep Bears in Chicago
Gov. JB Pritzker dismissed a last-ditch pitch from Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson to keep the Chicago Bears from leaving city ...
Federal drug discount expansion proposal may cost Illinois millions, agency head says
Debate continues over expansion of 340B discount drug program
IDOT targets young engineering talent with student loan assistance
The program would cover 50 employees and be paid out as a bonus.
Advocates, accusing governor of ‘lack of engagement,’ urge passage of data center regulations by end of May
Pressure is mounting for lawmakers to pass data center regulations.
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