In this fragile moment for democracy, allies should come from across the political spectrum — even unlikely ones.

Gov. JB Pritzker’s fiscal 2026 budget proposal doesn’t raise taxes and zeroes out a costly program providing healthcare to ...

Illinois is not the first state to think about this,” Lau citing that nearly half of the states in the country have similar programs.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker delivered his State of the State address on Wednesday. Here are some of the reactions from local leaders and politicians.

We don’t have kings in America, and I don’t intend to bend the knee to one,” Gov. J.B. Pritzker said. “If we don’t want to ...

An improved revenue forecast is helping ease pressure on state finances as Gov. J.B. Pritzker calls for tightened spending to balance the budget without tax increases on everyday ...

Illinois public school students may no longer have their cell phones on them when they start school in 2026. At the State of ...

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker invoked a fairy tale about magic beans and a giant during his annual state of the state and ...

With an eye toward a potential third term as governor and a possible White House bid, Gov. JB Pritzker on Wednesday used his budget and State of ...

Illinois has long been a leader in expanding educational opportunities and preparing our workforce for the jobs of tomorrow,” ...

Gov. JB Pritzker on Wednesday unveiled a $55.2 billion spending plan with an unexpected “budget surplus” — but noted the ...

Below is the text of Gov. J.B. Pritzker's State of the State and Budget Address. *Remarks as Prepared for Delivery* Speaker ...