Illinois State Politics
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Amid partial DHS shutdown, Illinois remains on edge over ICE coming back
Mar 01, 2026 10:30 am - Even with the Department of Homeland Security partially shut down and aggressive immigration campaigns apparently on hold, state and Chicago leaders are looking for ways to ensure safer policing, accountability and transparency in immigration enforcement.
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Legislators, activists continue push for prescription drug affordability board
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Politicians should cut red tape for small businessesFeb 28, 2026 1:27 pm - Each year, legislation is filed, which if passed, places new burdens on small businesses, often with corresponding fines and penalties. This puts small businesses on the defensive, hoping that new regulations do not threaten their viability or ability to grow.
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Suburban leaders: Reduction in local share of state income taxes could affect services, force tax hikesFeb 28, 2026 11:30 am - Local governments are crying foul in the wake of Gov. JB Pritzker’s proposed cut of their share of the state income tax in 2027.
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Stephanie Kifowit: 2026 candidate for Illinois ComptrollerFeb 28, 2026 4:00 am - Stephanie Kifowit is a Democratic candidate for Illinois Comptroller.
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Holly Kim: 2026 candidate for Illinois ComptrollerFeb 28, 2026 4:00 am - Holly Kim is a Democratic candidate for Illinois Comptroller.
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Jessica Breugelmans: 2026 candidate for Illinois Senate District 33Feb 28, 2026 4:00 am - Jessica Breugelmans of Geneva is running for the Republican nomination for state Senate District 33 in the March 17, 2026 primary election.
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Margaret Croke: 2026 candidate for Illinois ComptrollerFeb 28, 2026 4:00 am - Margaret Croke is a Democratic candidate for Illinois Comptroller.
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Karina Villa: 2026 candidate for Illinois ComptrollerFeb 28, 2026 4:00 am - Karina Villa is a Democratic candidate for Illinois Comptroller.
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Ted Dabrowski: 2026 candidate for Illinois GovernorFeb 28, 2026 4:00 am - Ted Dabrowski is a Republican running for Illinois Governor.