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Gov. JB Pritzker, lawmakers moving sluggishly on Illinois ethics law reforms despite uptick in convictions
Since 2019, 11 now-former lawmakers have been convicted of crimes, but strengthening Illinois’ ethical safeguards is not at ...
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Illinois AG Kwame Raoul Heads Coalition of Attorneys General Opposing Trump Executive Order as Unconstitutional
Illinois AG Kwame Raoul co-leads a coalition opposing a Trump executive order viewed as retribution against a law firm.
Dick Durbin, the No. 2 Democrat in Senate, announces he won’t seek reelection in Illinois
While the Illinois Senate seat is likely to stay in Democratic hands given the state's leftward tilt, Durbin is the fourth ...
Daywatch: Lawmakers moving sluggishly on Illinois ethics law reforms
In the six years since Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker took office, members of the Illinois General Assembly have run afoul of the law at a staggering pace, even for a body with a history of greed and ...
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Durbin not seeking re-election; says trade war hurting farmers
The second ranking Democratic member of the U.S. Senate says the Trump administration’s trade policies are hurting family ...
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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker Ramps Up National Profile For Possible Presidential Bid
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is expanding his national profile and generating buzz around a potential 2028 presidential ...
Illinois lawmakers debate federal voter legislation along with Illinois bills
Illinois lawmakers are weighing in on federal legislation that would require proof of citizenship for voter registration.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker to endorse for Senate, lending his political muscle – and likely some resources
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is backing Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton in what's expected to be a crowded field to succeed Sen. Dick ...