Illinois lawmakers approve statewide classroom cell phone ban
Illinois lawmakers passed a bill that would ban cell phone use in the classroom.
Illinois lawmakers passed a bill that would ban cell phone use in the classroom.
Debate grows over Pritzker’s proposed BUILD housing plan
Illinois lawmakers are debating Gov. JB Pritzker’s BUILD housing plan, with supporters saying it would ease the state's housing shortage and critics warning it could reduce local zoning control and accelerate gentrification.
Illinois lawmakers are debating Gov. JB Pritzker’s BUILD housing plan, with supporters saying it would ease the state's housing shortage and critics warning it could reduce local zoning control and accelerate gentrification.
Bears stadium plans face crunch time as Illinois deadline nears
With just days left in the Illinois legislative session, pressure is mounting on lawmakers as the Bears weigh stadium options in Arlington Heights and Hammond while costs continue to rise.
With just days left in the Illinois legislative session, pressure is mounting on lawmakers as the Bears weigh stadium options in Arlington Heights and Hammond while costs continue to rise.
Pritzker has changed his tune on data centers | The Chicago Report
Data centers continue to make national headlines. It's a story in Indiana and Illinois. Local governments are approving AI driven developments. We've seen the pushback. State leaders on both sides have something to say about them. JB Pritzker told reporters, where he stands on data centers.
Data centers continue to make national headlines. It's a story in Indiana and Illinois. Local governments are approving AI driven developments. We've seen the pushback. State leaders on both sides have something to say about them. JB Pritzker told reporters, where he stands on data centers.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson jabs Pritzker amid Bears saga: ‘I’m not a billionaire’
Johnson responded to Pritzker's criticism of his last-minute pitch to keep the Bears in Chicago.
Johnson responded to Pritzker's criticism of his last-minute pitch to keep the Bears in Chicago.
Pritzker blasts Johnson’s last-minute push to keep Bears in Chicago
Gov. JB Pritzker accused Mayor Brandon Johnson of showing up "late in the game" Monday after Johnson’s renewed effort to stop the Bears from leaving Chicago for Arlington Heights.
Gov. JB Pritzker accused Mayor Brandon Johnson of showing up "late in the game" Monday after Johnson’s renewed effort to stop the Bears from leaving Chicago for Arlington Heights.
Pritzker blasts Johnson’s last-minute push to keep Bears in Chicago
Pritzker accused Johnson of showing up "late in the game" after a renewed effort to stop the Bears from leaving Chicago for Arlington Heights.
Pritzker accused Johnson of showing up "late in the game" after a renewed effort to stop the Bears from leaving Chicago for Arlington Heights.
Larry Hoover Jr. pushes for father's clemency | The Chicago Report
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
A recommendation about whether to free Larry Hoover is now on Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Hoover is serving a life sentence after being convicted as the former leader of the gangster disciples. The Illinois Prisoner Review Board held a clemency hearing for hoover on April 7. And the board now confirms that its recommendations had been sent to Pritzker. Joining us on Zoom is Larry Hoover Jr.
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Debate heats up over Pritzker's 'Build' plan
Governor Pritzker’s build plan has people all over Illinois pushing back. It’s got folks asking who really decides what happens with housing. This morning, a group of suburban mayors came together in opposition to the sweeping legislative package. Kasey Chronis is live in Elmhurst with the debate.
Governor Pritzker’s build plan has people all over Illinois pushing back. It’s got folks asking who really decides what happens with housing. This morning, a group of suburban mayors came together in opposition to the sweeping legislative package. Kasey Chronis is live in Elmhurst with the debate.
Gov. Pritzker treated for minor complication following medical procedure
Gov. JB Pritzker experienced a minor complication following a recent urology procedure but has since returned to work, according to his office.
Gov. JB Pritzker experienced a minor complication following a recent urology procedure but has since returned to work, according to his office.
Pritzker backs Chicago’s bid for next DNC convention as 2028 ambitions loom
Chicago is one of five finalists. Atlanta, Boston, Denver, and Philadelphia are also in the running.
Chicago is one of five finalists. Atlanta, Boston, Denver, and Philadelphia are also in the running.
Chicago knows how to host a DNC — that might be the problem
Chicago is not just making a case. It is making a case the other four cities cannot make.
Chicago is not just making a case. It is making a case the other four cities cannot make.
DNC officials visit Chicago this week as 2028 convention bid moves forward
Chicago will take another major step in its bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention this week as top Democratic Party officials visit the city for a multi-day site tour.
Chicago will take another major step in its bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention this week as top Democratic Party officials visit the city for a multi-day site tour.
Pritzker calls for justice in Sheridan Gorman’s death as family speaks out
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is speaking out following the death of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman, saying her family deserves justice.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is speaking out following the death of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman, saying her family deserves justice.
Pritzker on Trump: ‘I think the man has dementia’
The governor also remarked how often Trump refers to him in the latest jab between the two billionaire politicians.
The governor also remarked how often Trump refers to him in the latest jab between the two billionaire politicians.
Pritzker on Trump: ‘I think the man has dementia’
The governor also remarked how often Trump refers to him in the latest jab between the two billionaire politicians.
The governor also remarked how often Trump refers to him in the latest jab between the two billionaire politicians.
Pritzker wants Illinois Senate to move on Mega Projects bill ‘soon,’ but hurdles remain
Gov. JB Pritzker wants Senators to move on the House version of the bill, but multiple issues need to be hashed out, he says.
Gov. JB Pritzker wants Senators to move on the House version of the bill, but multiple issues need to be hashed out, he says.
Bailey says calling Chicago a ‘hellhole’ was ‘dumb’ as he courts more city votes
Bailey said his calling Chicago a "hellhole" in his last campaign was "dumb" as he tries to attract more urban voters.
Bailey said his calling Chicago a "hellhole" in his last campaign was "dumb" as he tries to attract more urban voters.
Pritzker gave another $5M to boost Stratton in Senate primary, records show
Pritzker donated another $5 million to a super PAC supporting Stratton, in her successful U.S. Senate primary campaign, FEC records show.
Pritzker donated another $5 million to a super PAC supporting Stratton, in her successful U.S. Senate primary campaign, FEC records show.