Politics
Newly released cache of Epstein emails reveal deeper ties with Thomas Pritzker, governor’s cousin
Thomas Pritzker, Gov. JB Pritzker’s cousin, exchanged at least 20 back-and-forth emails with Epstein that show the two remarking on current events and making plans to see each other.
What’s next now that Trump has signed bill releasing the Epstein files
The bill will most likely trigger a rarely seen baring of a sprawling federal investigation, also creating the potential for unintended consequences.
Duckworth staffer dismissed in wake of immigration accusations
Duckworth sent the letter, a copy of which was obtained by Capitol News Illinois, to Immigration and Customs Enforcement Acting Director Todd Lyons on Monday, notifying him that staffer Edward York has been terminated.
Senate President Don Harmon avoids $10M fine after election board deadlocks
The Democrat was accused of accepting millions of dollars beyond contribution limits in 2024.
House and Senate both approve releasing the Epstein files by a near unanimous margin
The measure advanced through both chambers Tuesday following a day of quick action by the standards of Congress.
Protesters arrested, officers injured in clash outside Chicago-area immigration facility
Police and Cook County sheriffs detained 21 people by midday Friday, and said four officers were injured. Demonstrators sang and chanted before allegedly crossing a protest barrier around 10 a.m.
Full SNAP benefits to resume this month after government shutdown ends
Illinois recipients are expected to receive their outstanding benefits by Nov. 20.
State agency spending cut plans remain unclear following Pritzker’s order
A Freedom of Information request submitted by Capitol News Illinois to review what agencies submitted to Pritzker was denied, with the governor’s office saying the agencies’ responses were draft recommendations and therefore exempt from public disclosure.
Reps. LaHood, Sorensen split on government shutdown vote
The House voted 222 to 209 mostly along party lines to fund the government. President Trump signed the bill into law Wednesday night.
A historic shutdown is over. It leaves no winners and much frustration
The fallout of the shutdown landed on millions of Americans, including federal workers who went without paychecks and airline passengers who had their trips delayed or canceled.
Bailey to stay in governor’s race following family tragedy
The decision came after ‘a lot of prayer and reflection,’ Bailey told his supporters.
Faculty at U of I urge administrators to reject Trump higher education compact
The school’s University Senate voted Monday to urge administrators to keep the school out of the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education.