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May 10, 2023

Illinois grants full benefits to Chicago first responders disabled by COVID

Democratic Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Wednesday signed off on a bill guaranteeing full disability benefits to Chicago police officers and firefighters disabled by COVID-19.

May 9, 2023

IL bill to make laws more inclusive, add LGBTQ marriage protections expected to be signed by Gov. Pritzker

Gov. J.B. Pritzker is expected to sign a bill that would update laws to make them more gender inclusive and add LGBTQ marriage protections.

April 19, 2023

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker draws White House speculation as Chicago preps for 2024 Democratic convention

llinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is sparking speculation he has eyes on a higher office, potentially the White House, after bringing the 2024 Democratic convention to Chicago.

March 28, 2023

WI's Protasiewicz outraises opponent by $10.2M as Soros, Pritzker donations roll in

Liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Janet Protasiewicz has opened up an eight-figure fundraising lead over conservative opponent and former Justice Dan Kelly.

March 13, 2023

New Illinois law mandates paid leave 'for any reason'

Democratic Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Monday signed off on legislation mandating paid leave be provided "for any reason" by all employers in the state.

March 4, 2023

Biden replacement? Illinois Gov. Pritzker keeping options open as some Democrats look for new blood

Illinois Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker is brushing off immediate speculation he might pose a political challenge to Biden in 2024, but he's keeping his options open.

February 20, 2023

Illinois law to expand paid leave for workers in the state set to be signed by Gov. JB Pritzker

Illinois Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker is expected to sign a law that will expand paid leave for employees in the state. The law will give workers time off based on hours worked.

February 16, 2023

Illinois governor swipes at DeSantis with 'demagogue' claim

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker took several thinly-veiled shots at Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis during his state of the state address Wednesday, condemning "demagogues" who are trying to "ban books."

February 15, 2023

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker to propose universal preschool in state of the budget address

In Illinois, Gov. J.B. Pritzker's State of the State and budget address wil reveal his plans to establish a universal preschool proposal as part of his "Smart Start Illinois" plan.

January 24, 2023

NRA challenges Illinois semiautomatic gun ban in court: 'Blatant violation' of Second Amendment rights

The NRA filed a lawsuit against the state of Illinois over Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker signing gun control legislation that bans semiautomatic rifles and some gun attachments.