-
SEP 24, 2020
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Wednesday urged peace while expressing frustration over the Louisville grand jury’s decision.
In a rare joint press conference, Gov. JB Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on Wednesday expressed outrage over a Louisville grand jury’s decision in the death of Breonna Taylor while urging Illinoisans to peacefully protest and avoid violence. -
News in brief: Secretary of State extends expiring IDs; S&P Global sees dire picture for Illinois finances; Illinois Senate Republican Caucus to outline anti-corruption reforms
-
News in brief: August McCormick Place closure results in $15 million loss for Chicago; utilities voluntarily extend disconnection moratorium; Blagojevich joins McCullagh to “oppose corruption” -
SEP 23, 2020
Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday elaborated on his decision to add an additional review of marijuana licensing applicants to ensure equity
Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday elaborated on his administration’s decision to give unsuccessful applicants seeking a marijuana dispensary license another opportunity, saying the move was necessary in order to ensure equity. -
News in brief: Facing scrutiny for cannabis dispensary lottery system, Governor Pritzker announces change
-
Rep. Amy Grant (Credit: Illinois General Assembly)
State Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) faced scrutiny Monday for remarks she made about the racial and sexual orientation of her opponent, Democrat Ken Mejia-Beal, in a recorded phone call. -
SEP 22, 2020
Amid concerns over drop boxes and ongoing efforts to recruit poll workers for the presidential election, the State Board of Elections on Monday approved a plan that will provide $4 million in federal funding grants to local administrators.
A polling place in March 2018. [A.D. Quig/The Daily Line] -
SEP 21, 2020
More than a year after Illinois lawmakers unanimously passed legislation seeking to prevent sexual and physical abuse of students, a task force is recommending additional changes, including the creation of a new database and a change in state law to require more training for adults.
-
News in brief: Region 7 reopens as state receives federal unemployment funds and @EqualityILL endorses more candidates
-
News in brief: IL unemployment rate continues to fall; @EqualityILL announces House candidate endorsements
Meetings & Agendas- Chicago
- Springfield
