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Illinois Republican lawmakers introduce a bill for a 6 month gas sales tax pause
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Illinois Republican lawmakers introduce a bill for a 6 month gas sales tax pause
Illinois House Republican lawmakers introduced a bill for a 6 month gas sales tax pause. This is to give relief to Illinois drivers as the price of gas rises over $4 a gallon because of the war in Iran.
https://www.wglt.org/local-news/2026-04-08/illinois-republican-lawmakers-introduce-a-bill-for-a-6-month-gas-sales-tax-pause
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Another lawmaker rallies with striking UIS faculty
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Another lawmaker rallies with striking UIS faculty - Capitol City Now
IFT official: Pay raise offer for staff, faulty is "demoralizing."
https://capitolcitynow.com/news/248842-another-lawmaker-rallies-with-striking-uis-faculty/
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Logan County residents share concerns about proposed data center
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Logan County residents share concerns about proposed data center
Logan County residents met at the Mount Pulaski American Legion Hall to voice their concerns about a potential hyperscale data center that could be built in Latham.
https://herald-review.com/news/local/business/development/article_7c343cba-de0b-411a-acfd-da9ab484c919.html
about 2 hours ago
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Lawmakers hear debate over data centers including revenue, headaches
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Lawmakers hear debate over data centers including revenue, headaches
(The Center Square) ā With more than 100 new data center projects moving forward across Illinois in recent years, and thousands across the country, Illinois lawmakers heard about how the
https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_68963b1c-433c-4b8b-bf89-4ab57891ca1f.html
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Illinois filter companies settle allegations of unfair labor practices for about $158,000
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Illinois filter companies settle allegations of unfair labor practices for about $158,000
Lesac Corp. and Filter Technology Inc. have settled allegations of unfair labor practices with Arise Chicago, the workers rights group, which is representing the former workers.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/04/08/illinois-lesac-corporation-filter-technology-arise-chicago/
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License suspension or speed control? Lawmakers explore alternative for reckless drivers
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License suspension or speed control? Lawmakers explore alternative for reckless drivers
Article Summary Illinois lawmakers are considering a bill that could allow drivers with suspended licenses to continue driving with a
https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/license-suspension-or-speed-control-lawmakers-explore-alternative-for-reckless-drivers/
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License suspension or speed control? Lawmakers explore alternative for reckless drivers
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License suspension or speed control? Lawmakers explore alternative for reckless drivers
Article Summary Illinois lawmakers are considering a bill that could allow drivers with suspended licenses to continue driving with a
https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/license-suspension-or-speed-control-lawmakers-explore-alternative-for-reckless-drivers/
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Representative Charlie Meier Joins Advocates to Demand Changes at DHS
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Representative Charlie Meier Joins Advocates to Demand Changes at DHS
State Representative Charlie Meier and disability advocates held a Tuesday news conference in Springfield to s...
https://southernillinoisnow.com/2026/04/08/281258/
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Illinois reps move bill to give remedy to young victims of hidden cameras
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Illinois reps move bill to give remedy to young victims of hidden cameras
(The Center Square) ā Lawmakers advanced a proposal aimed at giving Illinois families new legal recourse when minors are secretly recorded in places where they expect privacy, adding a civil
https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_3c8daf96-6079-4b92-8533-1eb6310181be.html
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Rep questions state ed boardās higher budget request, proficiency standards
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Rep questions state ed boardās higher budget request, proficiency standards
(The Center Square) ā The Illinois State Board of Education wants more taxpayer funding to address inequity and boost public school studentsā progress in math.
https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_c67a0092-394c-4bf6-b384-57e6494e6025.html
about 5 hours ago
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A āMillionaireās Taxā Could Raise Billions in Annual Revenue for Illinois: Study
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Illinois farmers ease critical labor shortages through this agricultural visa program
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Illinois farmers ease critical labor shortages through this agricultural visa program
Article Summary A lack of domestic workforce participation in agriculture pushes Illinois farmers to employ foreign workers through the temporary
https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/illinois-farmers-ease-critical-labor-shortages-through-this-agricultural-visa-program/
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Eye On Illinois: Still chipping away at school employee shortages
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Eye On Illinois: Still chipping away at school employee shortages
Districts participating in the vacancy grant program hired more than 12,400 new teachers, according to the report, with retention numbers looking good and more than 2,300 employees pursuing endorsements...
https://www.shawlocal.com/opinion/2026/04/08/eye-on-illinois-still-chipping-away-at-school-employee-shortages/
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Illinois GOP launches membership program in bid to rebuild fundraising base
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Illinois GOP launches membership program in bid to rebuild fundraising base
MOOREāS SUMMARY: The Illinois Republican Party has launched a membership program seeking to convert one-time and infrequent small dollar donors
https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/illinois-gop-launches-membership-program-in-bid-to-rebuild-fundraising-base/
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Johnsonās standoff with the Chicago Housing Authority, explained
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Johnsonās standoff with the Chicago Housing Authority, explained
With the mayor pondering legal action before a new CEO takes the reins at CHA later this month, hereās a look at how the situation unfolded.
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/politics-policy/ccb-mayor-cha-standoff-explained-20260407/
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Johnson picks new deputy mayor of community safety, transportation commissioner, and seven more new hires
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Johnson picks new deputy mayor of community safety, transportation commissioner, and seven more new hires
Emmanuel Andre is the new deputy mayor for community safety after Garien Gatewood was abruptly fired from the post last month. Mayor Brandon Johnson also announced that William Cheaks, Jr. will serve...
https://chicago.suntimes.com/city-hall/2026/04/08/brandon-johnson-appointments-garien-gatewood-replacement-emmanuel-andre-new-cdot-commissioner-william-cheaks
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Appeals court overturns judge's blocks on Iowa LGBTQ+ classroom book ban for K-6
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Appeals court overturns judge's blocks on Iowa LGBTQ+ classroom book ban for K-6
An appellate court has ruled that Iowa can fully enforce a law restricting instruction on gender identity and sexual orientation in schools up to sixth grade.
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/iowa-lgbtq-classroom-book-ban-law-appeals-court-ruling/
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Republican Clay Fuller wins Georgia special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene
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Republican Clay Fuller wins Georgia special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene
Fuller, who was endorsed by President Trump in his run for congress, said his victory is testimony to the presidentās staying power.
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/video/republican-clay-fuller-wins-georgia-special-election-to-replace-marjorie-taylor-greene/
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Pete Hegseth says "we'll be hanging around" after Iran ceasefire announcement
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Pete Hegseth says "we'll be hanging around" after Iran ceasefire announcement
Wednesday's briefing came after President Trump announced late Tuesday that he had agreed to "suspend the bombing and attack of Iran for a period of two weeks."
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/pete-hegseth-dan-caine-briefing-pentagon-trump-iran/
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Pritzker calls for removing Trump
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Pritzker calls for removing Trump
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https://www.politico.com/newsletters/illinois-playbook/2026/04/08/pritzker-urges-cabinet-to-restrain-trump-00863083
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Vance calls Iran ceasefire a "fragile truce," says some inside Iran "lying" about deal
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Vance calls Iran ceasefire a "fragile truce," says some inside Iran "lying" about deal
Vice President JD Vance made the remarks in Hungary, where he is supporting Prime Minister Viktor OrbƔn Tuesday ahead of OrbƔn's reelection bid.
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/vance-hungary-viktor-orban-reelection-trump-iran/
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Illinois House committee hears bill to exempt some non-profits from lobbyist registration fees
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Illinois House committee hears bill to exempt some non-profits from lobbyist registration fees
The Illinois House Elections and Ethics Committee held subject matter hearings Tuesday on four bills, including one to exempt some non-profits from paying lobbyist registration fees.
http://www.thedailyline.com/illinoi-house-committee-hears-bill-exempt-non-profits-lobbyist-registration-fees
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Illinois bill would force gunmakers to redesign pistols that can be converted to automatic weapons
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Illinois bill would force gunmakers to redesign pistols that can be converted to automatic weapons
While supporters say the proposal would make it harder for criminals to obtain fully automatic firepower, gun rights advocates are already lining up to counter that it unfairly targets manufacturers for...
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/04/08/illinois-bill-would-force-gunmakers-to-redesign-pistols-that-can-be-converted-to-automatic-weapons/
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Opinion: Chicago can't afford both bigger pensions and more services
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Opinion: Chicago canāt afford both bigger pensions and more services
Even though both New York and Chicago face major budget shortfalls, high taxes and declining populations, they are doubling down on irresponsibility.
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/opinion/commentary/ccb-chicago-cannot-afford-bigger-pensions-oped-20260407/
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Orland Mayor Dodge blasts lies by former Mayor Pekau - Suburban Chicagoland
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Orland Mayor Dodge blasts lies by former Mayor Pekau
Orland Mayor Dodge blasts lies by former Mayor Pekau Mayor Dodge Statement Following Attack on the Integrity of Public Safety Officials. Lies and
https://suburbanchicagoland.com/2026/04/07/orland-mayor-dodge-blasts-lies-by-former-mayor-pekau/
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Chicago's housing issues: A deep dive into skyrocketing prices with city commissioner
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Chicagoās housing issues: A deep dive into skyrocketing prices with city commissioner
āThe Pointā airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ each weeknight at 6:45 p.m. CT
https://wgntv.com/news/politics/wgn-the-point-politics-chicago-illinois/chicagos-housing-issues-a-deep-dive-into-skyrocketing-prices-with-city-commissioner/
about 21 hours ago
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IL plan increasing access for mental health crisis care awaits House action
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IL plan increasing access for mental health crisis care awaits House action
The Illinois House could vote on a bill this month to increase access to behavioral healthcare by requiring insurance companies expand coverage.
https://www.wandtv.com/news/statehouse/il-plan-increasing-access-for-mental-health-crisis-care-awaits-house-action/article_d2bea002-786e-4e44-ae0a-786c97591bb9.html
about 21 hours ago
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IL bill could require incarcerated demographic data reporting
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IL bill could require incarcerated demographic data reporting
Sponsors said lawmakers, state agencies and the public should have accurate and consistent information when making decisions about criminal justice policy, corrections funding and public safety programs.
https://www.wandtv.com/news/statehouse/il-bill-could-require-incarcerated-demographic-data-reporting/article_ec67c3fd-02d6-46f6-9325-cc611244bd0d.html
about 21 hours ago
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Pritzker, Illinois Dems say Trump's Iran threat crosses a line, call for his removal
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Pritzker, Illinois Dems say Trumpās Iran threat crosses a line, call for his removal
Gov. JB Pritzker and several Illinois members of Congress called for President Donald Trump to be removed from office under the 25th Amendment Tuesday following a lethal threat to Iranās population....
https://www.dailyherald.com/20260407/nation-and-world-politics/pritzker-illinois-dems-say-trumps-iran-threat-crosses-a-line-call-for-his-removal/
about 21 hours ago
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Illinois ānot going backā on SAFE-T Act, Black Caucus leaders say
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Illinois ānot going backā on SAFE-T Act, Black Caucus leaders say
MOOREāS SUMMARY: Members of the Illinois House Legislative Black Caucus said they āremain open to thoughtful, data-driven refinementsā to the
https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/illinois-not-going-back-on-safe-t-act-black-caucus-leaders-say/
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Illinois ānot going backā on SAFE-T Act, Black Caucus leaders say
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Illinois ānot going backā on SAFE-T Act, Black Caucus leaders say
MOOREāS SUMMARY: Members of the Illinois House Legislative Black Caucus said they āremain open to thoughtful, data-driven refinementsā to the
https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/illinois-not-going-back-on-safe-t-act-black-caucus-leaders-say/
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State superintendent all-in on evidence-based funding
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State superintendent all-in on evidence-based funding - Capitol City Now
Panel's top Republican wishes IL would allow tax breaks for donations to private schools.
https://capitolcitynow.com/news/248842-state-superintendent-all-in-on-evidence-based-funding/
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CapitolView | April 2nd, 2026
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CapitolView | April 2nd, 2026
Brian Sapp host this weekās top stories with analysis from John Jackson of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute and Brenden Moore from Capitol News Illinois.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XI7-TCXd3XQ
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Retired State Rep. Moylan Now Lobbying For Rivers Casino
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Retired State Rep. Moylan Now Lobbying For Rivers Casino - Journal & Topics Media Group
Marty Moylan OFF THE RECORDĀ column Former state representative, Des Plaines mayor and alderman Marty Moylan has joined the ranks of other ex-elected officials by becoming a lobbyist. Marty confirmed...
https://www.journal-topics.com/articles/retired-state-rep-moylan-now-lobbying-for-rivers-casino/
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Power, water and worry: How growing data center concerns are being addressed locally and statewide
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Power, water and worry: How growing data center concerns are being addressed locally and statewide
Data center development in Illinois faces growing regulation at local and state level as public opinion on the massive projects has shifted. Once welcomed in the suburbs, potential operators are seei...
https://www.dailyherald.com/20260407/technology/power-water-and-worry-how-growing-data-center-concerns-are-being-addressed-locally-and-statewide/
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Pritzker wants 25th Amendment invoked to remove President Trump from office over Iran threats
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Pritzker wants 25th Amendment invoked to remove President Trump from office over Iran threats
Pritzker joins an unlikely alliance of conservatives calling for the president's removal, including former U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, former MAGA ally and conservative radio host Alex Jones, conservative...
https://chicago.suntimes.com/illinois-governor/2026/04/07/jb-pritzker-donald-trump-iran-war-power-plants-bridges-threat-25th-amendment
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Union leaders ask Pritzker to abandon his proposed data center tax credit pause, but he stands pat for now
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Capitol Fax.com - Your Illinois News Radar Ā» Union leaders ask Pritzker to abandon his proposed data center tax credit pause, but he stands pat for now
* From Gov. Pritzkerās State of the State addressā¦
https://capitolfax.com/2026/04/07/union-leaders-ask-pritzker-to-abandon-his-proposed-data-center-tax-credit-pause-but-he-stands-pat-for-now/
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Rose visits Legacy of Love home, working to secure wage raise
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https://www.thecounty-chronicle.com/2026/04/07/rose-visits-legacy-of-love-home-working-to-secure-wage-raise/
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From the Farm: Farm legislation in the Illinois General Assembly
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From the Farm: Farm legislation in the Illinois General Assembly
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) ā The Illinois legislature has thousands of bills to consider, and hundreds of them are of primary importance to agriculture. Farm groups are lobbying for and againstā¦
https://www.wcia.com/news/agriculture/from-the-farm-farm-legislation-in-the-illinois-general-assembly/
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Illinois promotes safety awareness during Hazardous Materials Awareness Month
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Illinois promotes safety awareness during Hazardous Materials Awareness Month - Capitol City Now
State agencies encourage residents to learn about chemical risks and emergency preparedness.
https://capitolcitynow.com/news/248842-illinois-promotes-safety-awareness-during-hazardous-materials-awareness-month/
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Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site to host ?We the People: America 250' presentations
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Illinois Department of Corrections Launches New Educational Content Portal on Tablets
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Get Covered Illinois Announces New Tax Time Easy Enrollment Program
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Minnesota, Illinois AGs challenge federal orders to keep coal plants running
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Minnesota, Illinois AGs challenge federal orders to keep coal plants running
(The Center Square) ā Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is challenging the Trump administration over orders requiring coal-fired power plants in Indiana to remain open past their planned retirement...
https://www.thecentersquare.com/minnesota/article_9a2d9e3a-b27a-4045-bbd4-7052e5380d9a.html
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Illinois Department of Revenue Urges Taxpayers to Act Now Ahead of April 15 Filing Deadline
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IDNR invites potential vendors to pre-bid meeting for restaurant concessions at Illini State Park
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Illinois lawmakers seek to regulate, tax prediction markets amid federal lawsuit
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Illinois lawmakers seek to regulate, tax prediction markets amid federal lawsuit
(The Center Square) ā Illinois may soon allow prediction markets to operate in the state, but lawmakers and the federal government are at odds with how they want it done.
https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_e51afd97-b8aa-465a-932a-330f18f667db.html
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Back to the grindstone in Springfield
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Back to the grindstone in Springfield
WASHINGTON & POLITICS
https://www.politico.com/newsletters/illinois-playbook/2026/04/07/back-to-the-grindstone-in-springfield-00861207
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Waymo begins testing in Chicago as bill seeks to legalize autonomous vehicles
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Waymo begins testing in Chicago as bill seeks to legalize autonomous vehicles
Article Summary Autonomous vehicles,Ā knownĀ as AVs,Ā currentlyĀ are being tested on the streets of Chicago.Ā A bill in the legislature would eventually allow
https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/waymo-begins-testing-in-chicago-as-bill-seeks-to-legalize-autonomous-vehicles/
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Eye On Illinois: If governor lays back, could Democrats build support for millionairesā tax?
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Eye On Illinois: If governor lays back, could Democrats build support for millionairesā tax?
Economic projections and policy proposals arenāt guarantees. If or when plain language appears on a ballot, opponents will be quick to argue against the wisdom of giving lawmakers a blank check.
https://www.shawlocal.com/opinion/2026/04/07/eye-on-illinois-if-governor-lays-back-could-democrats-build-support-for-millionaires-tax/
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