Illinois State Politics
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Gamblers placing fewer wagers in Illinois since new tax imposedFeb 07, 2026 2:00 pm - Gamblers are placing far fewer bets with Illinois sportsbooks since the state imposed a per-bet tax on online wagers last year.
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Illinois sees ‘unprecedented’ budget pressure from Trump cuts
Feb 06, 2026 3:38 pm - Illinois Governor JB Pritzker’s budget office is warning that the state is facing higher costs and more uncertainty as President Donald Trump’s administration threatens t...
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Democrats seeking to replace Mendoza offer various approaches to comptroller’s job
Feb 06, 2026 11:18 am - Who wants to manage Illinois’ checkbook as the state faces growing financial uncertainty? Three state legislators and the treasurer of one of the state’s largest counties have raised their hand.
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One person’s worst moment is another’s online content: Why police want restrictions on bodycam video accessFeb 05, 2026 3:22 pm - Targeting social media sites that profit off embarrassing bodycam videos, police leaders are pushing legislation to limit access to footage. But some see it potentially rolling back gains in police accountability and transparency.
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League of Women Voters of Palatine Area introduces VOTE411.org, sets candidate forumsFeb 04, 2026 9:49 pm - A local League of Women Voters chapter aims to provide information to voters on the upcoming March 17 primary election through a series of upcoming candidate forums and a new online resource.
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‘All of us want them to stay’: GOP governor candidates opine on Bears’ threats to go to Hoosier stateFeb 04, 2026 6:42 pm - One candidate is concerned about tax breaks to the team hurting “everyday, ordinary Illinoisans.”
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Perfect opportunity for small business community to get engagedJan 31, 2026 11:22 am - Election season is upon us. Illinois politicians have just started their 2026 legislative session. There is a window every two years when voters have a unique opportunity to make their voices heard.
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Student loan borrowers in Illinois could face federal, state ‘tax bomb’ in 2026
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Kane County sheriff cleared of TRUST Act violations, state’s attorney saysJan 29, 2026 5:38 pm - Did the Kane County Sheriff’s Office violate state law over immigration detainees? An investigation says no.
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After Minneapolis shootings, GOP governor candidates talk about police, protester divideJan 27, 2026 7:31 pm - Candidates suggest “arrest everyone” in street takeovers, hand “criminals” over to immigration officials, and “cooperation not conflict.”