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Lawmaker says Illinois prepared to financially help the Bears stay | The Chicago Report
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Lawmaker says Illinois prepared to financially help the Bears stay | The Chicago Report | FOX 32 Chicago
We checked in with State Senator Willie Preston, as the megaprojects bill was making it's way out of the house to the senate. Â We're bringing him back tonight, with this latest development.
https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-83xb61cnrawejl0l
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Darren Bailey on what he'd do differently in the Bears stadium debacle | The Chicago Report
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Darren Bailey on what he'd do differently in the Bears stadium debacle | The Chicago Report | FOX 32 Chicago
Gov. Pritzker's Republican gubernatorial opponent Darren Bailey is weighing in after the Bears announced their stadium plans for Hammond, Indiana on Friday.Â
https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-j8smlmwtfq8b2o4n
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IL bill expanding access to prescription hormone therapy heads to Pritzker
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IL bill expanding access to prescription hormone therapy heads to Pritzker
A plan heading to Gov. JB Pritzker's desk could require health insurance companies to cover up to a six month supply of prescription hormone therapy.
https://www.wandtv.com/news/statehouse/il-bill-expanding-access-to-prescription-hormone-therapy-heads-to-pritzker/article_597cf544-4c76-4b0b-b236-da4c5d15c36c.html
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IL Democrats pass bill allowing undocumented immigrants to pay in-state tuition at public universities
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IL Democrats pass bill allowing undocumented immigrants to pay in-state tuition at public universities
This comes nine months after the Trump administration filed a lawsuit aimed at blocking the state from lowering the cost of college for undocumented immigrants.
https://www.wandtv.com/news/statehouse/il-democrats-pass-bill-allowing-undocumented-immigrants-to-pay-in-state-tuition-at-public-universities/article_eb0eeb98-461a-4c0c-b369-8b79f2bf06a7.html
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Illinois lawmakers unanimously approve ticket resale consumer protection bill
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Illinois lawmakers unanimously approve ticket resale consumer protection bill
The bill bans ticket resellers from selling, listing or advertising tickets unless they have actual possession of the tickets at the time they're offered.
https://www.wandtv.com/news/statehouse/illinois-lawmakers-unanimously-approve-ticket-resale-consumer-protection-bill/article_96eb0af0-6500-4f5b-844a-6b95a3b29220.html
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Illinois moving forward with closing Logan womenâs prison, rebuilding it at Stateville prison site near Joliet
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Illinois moving forward with closing Logan womenâs prison, rebuilding it at Stateville prison site near Joliet
Gov. JB Pritzker endorsed the plan in 2024 to replace two aging, deteriorating prisons â Stateville Correctional Center near Joliet and Logan Correctional Center in Lincoln â and rebuild both near...
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/06/05/illinois-moving-forward-with-closing-logan-womens-prison-rebuilding-it-at-stateville-prison-site-near-joliet/
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Lincoln and Logan County officials slam state plans to close Logan Correctional Center
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Lincoln and Logan County officials slam state plans to close Logan Correctional Center
The Illinois Department of Corrections announced Friday it is officially closing the Logan Correctional Center in Lincoln and will relocate the 800-bed facility to Crest Hill in Will County.
https://www.wglt.org/local-news/2026-06-05/lincoln-and-logan-county-officials-slam-state-plans-to-close-logan-correctional-center
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Logan Correctional Center to close, relocate to Chicago area
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Logan Correctional Center to close, relocate to Chicago area
State Sen. Sally Turner, state Rep. Bill Hauter, Logan County Board Chair James R. Glenn and Lincoln Mayor Tracy Welch released a joint statement, calling the decision âill-advised and devastating.â
https://pantagraph.com/news/local/government-politics/article_4bc3849b-73f4-48d0-b76f-1dba19360275.html
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IL's Broken Budget Process; California GOP Makes a Comeback?
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IL's Broken Budget Process; California GOP Makes a Comeback?
June 5, 2026: The state -- past the last minute -- passed a new st...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfRj17hzRZc
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Capitol View | June 4, 2026
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Capitol View | June 4, 2026
Jeff Williams host this weekâs top stories with analysis from John ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmaCcHgm-T0
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Guest column: Removing cell phones from classrooms produces unexpected problems
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Guest column: Removing cell phones from classrooms produces unexpected problems
Because phones are a part of every aspect of their lives, students will need coping mechanisms when theyâre removed from classrooms.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/06/05/column-cell-phones-students-classrooms-removal/
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Capitol Connection - 05/10/2026 - YouTube
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Capitol Connection - 05/10/2026
Host Alex Whitney takes a look back at the week in Illinois politics.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-1t4MNwvI8
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Column: Chicago Bearsâ announcement about advancing their Hammond plans is a final cry to Illinois to act fast
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Column: Chicago Bearsâ announcement about advancing their Hammond plans is a final cry to Illinois to act fast
Fridayâs announcement by the Chicago Bears made one thing clear: Arlington Heights site isnât dead yet, but Illinois will need to act quickly.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/06/05/chicago-bears-stadium-hammond-brad-biggs/
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Editorial: Get used to âBear Down, Hammond Bearsâ as Illinoisâ reputation gets tackled for a loss
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Editorial: Get used to âBear Down, Hammond Bearsâ as Illinoisâ reputation gets tackled for a loss
No matter what happens from here on the Bearsâ stadium, Illinois has suffered a black eye.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/06/05/editorial-chicago-bears-stadium-hammond-springfield-reputation-pritzker/
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The Hammond Bears? You gotta be bleepin' us
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The Hammond Bears? You gotta be bleepin' us
The Bears arenât âshufflinâ â off to Indiana yet, to borrow from the soundtrack of their only Super Bowl championship season, in 1985. But they are blowinâ our minds like they knew they would.
https://chicago.suntimes.com/bears/2026/06/05/hammond-bears-chicago-indiana-nfl-george-mccaskey-kevin-warren-mike-braun-wolf-lake
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Illinois conservation districts planning to push land conversion fee this fall
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Illinois conservation districts planning to push land conversion fee this fall - Brownfield Ag News
The executive director of the Association of Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts says the fight isnât over when it comes to finding stabilized funding for the stateâs districts. Eliot Clay...
https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/news/illinois-conservation-districts-planning-to-push-land-conversion-fee-this-fall/
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Eurika College remembers Reagan's legacy on passing anniversary
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Eurika College remembers Reaganâs legacy on passing anniversary
Eureka College hosted their annual Reagan Memorial Event, featuring speeches and tours highlighting President Reaganâs lasting influence and legacy, and Ambassador Rhodes, a Reagan Fellow, shâŠ
https://www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/reagan-memorial-event-eureka/
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Illinois Republicans bash clean energy trailer bill, demand more action to lower utility bills
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Illinois Republicans bash clean energy trailer bill, demand more action to lower utility bills
Sponsors said they needed a trailer bill to help implement the massive changes for development of wind, solar and battery storage facilities.
https://www.wandtv.com/news/statehouse/illinois-republicans-bash-clean-energy-trailer-bill-demand-more-action-to-lower-utility-bills/article_7a7ced98-4733-4c14-b137-5b360fffd064.html
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Illinois officials say Bears still may stay despite team statement
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Illinois officials say Bears still may stay despite team's Indiana statement
(The Center Square) â Although the Chicago Bears say the teamâs board of directors moved to advance plans for a stadium in Indiana, elected officials in Chicago say conversations are
https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_f2e8e500-4b22-4739-974b-272b76225e0f.html
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Rantoul Township High School superintendent âpleasedâ with state budget, hoping for more transportation funding
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Rantoul Township High School superintendent 'pleased' with state budget, hoping for more transportation funding - IPM Newsroom
Rantoul Township High School Superintendent Scott Amerio said he is pleased with the increase to the evidence-based funding formula. But he would like to see additional funding for transportation services.
https://ipmnewsroom.org/rantoul-township-high-school-superintendent-pleased-with-state-budget-hoping-for-more-transportation-funding/
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Bears âadvanceâ unspecified Indiana stadium plan â but keep Illinois lawmakers on the line
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Bears âadvanceâ unspecified Indiana stadium plan â but keep Illinois lawmakers on the line
Article Summary The Chicago Bears announced the teamâs board of directors âvoted to advanceâ a stadium project in Hammond, Indiana
https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/bears-advance-unspecified-indiana-stadium-plan-but-keep-illinois-lawmakers-on-the-line/
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Darren Bailey woos press after years of media attacks as Republican continues to try to reset image
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Darren Bailey woos press after years of media attacks as Republican continues to try to reset image
The GOP nominee for governor, Darren Bailey, was a guest speaker at the Illinois Press Association/Foundationâs annual convention in East Peoria, the latest evolution in Baileyâs efforts to reset...
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/06/05/darren-bailey-reset-image/
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Now-cleared 'Broadview 6' immigration protesters seek evidence of White House pressure to indict
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Now-cleared 'Broadview 6' immigration protesters seek evidence of White House pressure to indict
Attorneys for the now-cleared "Broadview Six" defendants are seeking any possible evidence of pressure from White House officials on the U.S. attorney's office in Chicago to secure an indictment against...
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/now-cleared-broadview-6-immigration-protesters-seek-evidence-of-white-house-pressure-to-indict/
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Bears fans in Chicago react angrily to team's renewed focus on stadium site in Hammond, Indiana
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Bears fans in Chicago react angrily to team's renewed focus on stadium site in Hammond, Indiana
Bears fans who gathered Friday around the football teamâs original Chicago home â Wrigley Field â had mixed feelings about the potential move. Those who live in Chicago fumed, while fans from Indiana...
https://chicago.suntimes.com/bears-stadium/2026/06/05/bears-fans-in-chicago-react-angrily-to-teams-renewed-focus-on-stadium-site-in-hammond-indiana
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Illinois Department of Corrections and Illinois Capital Development Board Seek Progressive Design Build Entity for Correctional Facility Rebuild Initiative
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Gov. JB Pritzker suspends tax breaks for data centers, urges more discussion
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Gov. JB Pritzker suspends tax breaks for data centers, urges more discussion
In a surprise move, Gov. JB Pritzker announced Friday that he is putting a pause on all new state tax incentives for data centers and calling on lawmakers to pass new data center reforms during the fall...
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/gov-jb-pritzker-suspends-data-center-tax-breaks/
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Gov. JB Pritzker suspends tax breaks for data centers, urges more discussion
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Gov. JB Pritzker to suspend tax breaks for data centers, urging more discussion
Article Summary JB Pritzker announced on Friday that he is directing the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to
https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/gov-jb-pritzker-to-suspend-tax-breaks-for-data-centers-urging-more-discussion/
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âNot surprising': Illinois lawmakers react to Bears' announcement on Indiana stadium plans
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'Not surprising': Illinois lawmakers react to Bears' announcement on Indiana stadium plans
Illinois lawmakers said they'll still work to keep the Bears in the state despite the team's latest announcement that they're moving forward with plans in Indiana.
https://www.nbcchicago.com/chicago-sports-bears-sox-cubs-bulls-blackhawks/not-surprising-illinois-lawmakers-react-to-bears-announcement-on-indiana-stadium-plans/3944629/
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Gov. JB Pritzker to suspend tax breaks for data centers, urging more discussion
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Gov. JB Pritzker to suspend tax breaks for data centers, urging more discussion
Article Summary JB Pritzker announced on Friday that he is directing the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to
https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/gov-jb-pritzker-to-suspend-tax-breaks-for-data-centers-urging-more-discussion/
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Pritzker housing proposal partly stalls | Local News |
advantagenews.com
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Pritzker housing proposal partly stalls
Though the entire affordable housing initiative from Gov. J.B. Pritzker didnât make it through the General Assembly this session, roughly $250 million was included in the stateâs 2027 budget for
https://www.advantagenews.com/news/local/pritzker-housing-proposal-partly-stalls/article_4a6e5a68-3b31-46f9-9355-def2947eecd2.html
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State Week: A session wrap-up
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State Week: A session wrap-up
Illinois lawmakers passed a budget and a flurry of other legislation in the final session days. But the Chicago Bears request for help with a new stadium was left on the table.
https://www.nprillinois.org/government-politics/2026-06-05/state-week-a-session-wrap-up
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Schakowsky join call for U.S. Attorney to resign
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Schakowsky join call for U.S. Attorney to resign - Evanston Now
Joins Biss, Stratton and others.
https://evanstonnow.com/schakowsky-join-call-for-u-s-attorney-to-resign/
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Bears' Board of Directors vote to advance stadium development in Hammond, IN: ESPN sources
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Bears' Board of Directors votes to advance stadium development in Hammond, IN, team says
The Chicago Bears' Board of Directors voted Thursday to advance the stadium development in Hammond, Indiana, the team said Friday.
https://abc7chicago.com/post/chicago-bears-board-directors-vote-advance-stadium-development-hammond-indiana-espn-sources/19240596/
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LISTEN: Darren Bailey discusses the State of Illinois and his run for governor on Byers & Co
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LISTEN: Darren Bailey discusses the State of Illinois and his run for governor on Byers & Co
June 5, 2026 - Darren Bailey joined Byers & Co to talk about his candidacy for Governor of Illinois. Liste...
https://nowdecatur.com/2026/06/05/listen-darren-bailey-discusses-the-state-of-illinois-and-his-run-for-governor-on-byers-co/
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2025 Gallatin County Final Multiplier Announced
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https://www.illinois.gov/news/press-release.32590.html
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Illinois bill could change foreign language requirements for high school students
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Illinois bill could change foreign language requirements for high school students
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) â Changes could be coming to Illinois high schoolerâs foreign language requirements if a unanimously passed bill is signed into law. Right now, students are required âŠ
https://www.wcia.com/news/illinois-news/illinois-bill-could-change-foreign-language-requirements-for-high-school-students/
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Jed Davis remains opposed to Bears stadium tax bill after House adjournment
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Jed Davis remains opposed to Bears stadium tax bill after House adjournment
75th District State Representative Jed Davis says he is still not in favor of the bill meant to help keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois.
https://www.wspynews.com/news/local/jed-davis-remains-opposed-to-bears-stadium-tax-bill-after-house-adjournment/article_859c728b-6515-4258-af9d-0e29e2da9e40.html
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Bears calling Illinois pols to inform them theyâre moving forward with Indiana plan
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Capitol Fax.com - Your Illinois News Radar » Bears calling Illinois pols to inform them theyâre moving forward with Indiana plan
* Text from Sen. Mark Walker (D-Arlington Heights)âŠ
https://capitolfax.com/2026/06/05/bears-calling-illinois-pols-to-inform-them-theyre-moving-forward-with-indiana-plan/
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Future of harness racing in Illinois continues to be grim
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https://harnessracingupdate.com/2026/06/05/future-of-harness-racing-in-illinois-continues-to-be-grim/
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Prediction Markets, Responsible Gambling, Micro Betting Lead Gambling Bills That Mattered ...
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https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/165408/prediction-markets-responsible-gambling-micro-betting-bills-that-mattered
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The mayorâs big week
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The mayorâs big week
WASHINGTON & POLITICS
https://www.politico.com/newsletters/illinois-playbook/2026/06/05/the-mayors-big-week-00951102
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Glock ban, prescription drug board among measures that stall in final days
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Glock ban, prescription drug board among measures that stall in final days
Article Summary Many key bills discussed in the General Assembly this year failed to move forward before lawmakers adjourned on
https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/glock-ban-prescription-drug-board-among-measures-that-stall-in-final-days/
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IDNR awards grants to 73 volunteer fire departments across Illinois
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Listen to Iranian American journalist Reza Valizadeh's voice memo from Iran's Evin Prison here
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Listen to Iranian American journalist Reza Valizadeh's voice memo from Iran's Evin Prison here
CBS News obtained a brief voice memo from Iranian American journalist Reza Valizadeh, who is being detained in Iran's Evin Prison and is pleading for help for him and other American captives.
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/listen-to-iranian-american-journalist-reza-valizadehs-voice-memo-from-irans-evin-prison-here/
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The mayorâs big week
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The mayorâs big week
WASHINGTON & POLITICS
https://www.politico.com/newsletters/illinois-playbook/2026/06/05/the-mayors-big-week-00951102
about 19 hours ago
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IL State Representative Brad Halbrook On House Bill 1700
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IL State Representative Brad Halbrook On House Bill 1700
In the midst of the final night of a recent legislative session, the Illinois House of Representatives passed House Bill 1700 (HB1700), a bill which modifies various clean energy and utility programs...
https://taylorvilledailynews.com/local-news/919225/il-state-representative-brad-halbrook-on-house-bill-1700
about 19 hours ago
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âThe Issuesâ: Illinois lawmakers react to the FY27 state budget
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âThe Issuesâ: Illinois lawmakers react to the FY27 state budget
âThe Issuesâ: Illinois lawmakers react to the FY27 state budget...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6XElqL_NgU
about 19 hours ago
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Ryan Chao: The future of Illinoisâ trails faces headwinds in Washington
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Ryan Chao: The future of Illinoisâ trails faces headwinds in Washington
With the right mix of public and private investment, we can bridge gaps in trails, creating the connections that are indispensable to the countryâs well-being.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/06/05/opinion-bike-trails-illinois/
about 19 hours ago
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Illinois tax sales get an overhaul, but how much will homeowners benefit?
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How much will Illinoisâ new tax sale reforms benefit homeowners?
State legislators passed historic reforms to Illinoisâ controversial tax sales, which had led to thousands losing their homes and all of their home equity.
https://www.injusticewatch.org/project/taken-by-taxes/2026/illinois-tax-foreclosure-reform-passes/
about 20 hours ago
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Bill on governorâs desk would allow homeowners to recoup excess equity after property tax debt sale
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Bill on governorâs desk would allow homeowners to recoup excess equity after property tax debt sale
Three years after a U.S. Supreme Court decision uprooted property tax sales across the country, the Illinois General Assembly approved a bill that would bring the state into compliance.
http://www.thedailyline.com/bill-governor-desk-homeowners-recoup-excess-equity-property-tax-debt-sale
about 20 hours ago
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