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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 3h
Illinois Lawmakers Head Back to Springfield With Transit Funding, Energy and Hemp Regulation on the Agenda
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 3h
Turf war over wagering taxes breaks out between Illinois statehouse and Chicago
Turf war over wagering taxes breaks out between Illinois statehouse and Chicago
Illinois’ wagering tax saga added another chapter Monday when a group of state legislators filed HB 4171, essentially telling Chicago’s mayor and city council to back off of taxing betting within...
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 3h
IL Rep. Sally Turner argues wind, solar companies should pay higher property taxes
IL Sen. Sally Turner argues wind, solar companies should pay higher property taxes
An Illinois state senator said she wants to lower property taxes by having wind and solar energy companies pay their fair share.
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 8h
Proposed ‘virtual power plants' could alleviate sky high electric bills
Proposed bill aims to lower electric bills, compensate homeowners for sharing energy resources
The Illinois General Assembly is considering a bill package that supporters say would alleviate demand on the power grid and help lower energy prices.
www.nbcchicago.com
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 8h
Behind closed doors, Illinois lawmakers discuss potential redistricting effort
Behind closed doors, Illinois lawmakers discuss potential redistricting effort
CHICAGO — As the redistricting battle plays out across the county, political leaders in Illinois are staying quiet about their plans to redraw congressional maps here.But under intense pressure fro…
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 9h
Banks push for end to Illinois law reducing credit card processing fees
Banks push for end to Illinois law reducing credit card processing fees
The state's banking industry is pushing for a court ruling blocking the 2024 bill from taking effect.
www.chicagobusiness.com
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 9h
Jeffries’ Illinois redistricting push meets cool reception in Springfield
Jeffries’ Illinois redistricting push meets cool reception in Springfield
Article Summary Despite pressure from U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, there is “next to zero appetite” to redistrict the
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 9h
Hoffman Joins Governor in Highlighting Metro East Infrastructure Investment, Local Road Projects
» Hoffman Joins Governor in Highlighting Metro East Infrastructure Investment, Local Road Projects
FAIRMONT CITY, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, joined Gov. J.B. Pritzker and local officials Tuesday to highlight a new round of Rebuild Illinois infrastructure funding that is going to invest...
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 10h
Testimony begins Wednesday in the murder case against former Sangamon deputy
Testimony begins Wednesday in the murder case against former Sangamon deputy
Article Summary Opening statements were delivered Wednesday in the trial of former deputy Sean Grayson, who is accused of murder
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 11h
“PillowGate” Scandal Deepens: New Evidence Ties GOP Leader Norine Hammond Directly to Her Husband’s Taxpayer-Funded Decorating Firm
“PillowGate” Scandal Deepens: New Evidence Ties GOP Leader Norine Hammond Directly to Her Husband’s Taxpayer-Funded Decorating Firm
“PillowGate” Scandal Deepens: New Evidence Ties GOP Leader Norine Hammond Directly to Her Husband’s Taxpayer-Funded Decorating Firm - Illinois Review
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 11h
Canty Continues to Fight for Vaccine Access, Maternal Health in the Face of Reckless Pseudoscience from HHS Secretary
» Canty Continues to Fight for Vaccine Access, Maternal Health in the Face of Reckless Pseudoscience from HHS Secretary
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill.— State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, is supporting a resolution condemning Trump administration Secretary of Health and Human Services and fringe agitator, Robert...
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 11h
Illinois treasurer promises to pass nonprofit legislation vetoed by Pritzker
Illinois treasurer promises to pass nonprofit legislation vetoed by Pritzker
(The Center Square) – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs says he will keep pushing nonprofit investment legislation that was vetoed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 13h
Judge wants lawsuit over troop deployment in Illinois to move forward as Supreme Court weighs case
Capitol Fax.com - Your Illinois News Radar » Judge wants lawsuit over troop deployment in Illinois to move forward as Supreme Court weighs case
Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 - Posted by Isabel Miller
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 13h
Lilly Backed Resolutions Condemn Political Violence, Support Due Process, Free Speech Rights
» Lilly Backed Resolutions Condemn Political Violence, Support Due Process, Free Speech Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is speaking out against the violent, corrupt, and illegal actions perpetrated under the Trump Administration, advancing resolutions to condemn...
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 14h
It’s Time To Bring Safer Rides To Illinois
Capitol Fax.com - Your Illinois News Radar » It’s Time To Bring Safer Rides To Illinois
Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 - Posted by Advertising Department
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 15h
When RETAIL Succeeds, Illinois Succeeds
Capitol Fax.com - Your Illinois News Radar » When RETAIL Succeeds, Illinois Succeeds
Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 - Posted by Advertising Department
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 16h
Help Strengthen Illinois Healthcare: 340B Hospitals Benefit Communities Through Financial Assistance And Essential Services
Capitol Fax.com - Your Illinois News Radar » Help Strengthen Illinois Healthcare: 340B Hospitals Benefit Communities Through Financial Assistance And Essential Services
Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 - Posted by Advertising Department
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 17h
Isabel’s morning briefing
Capitol Fax.com - Your Illinois News Radar » Isabel’s morning briefing
Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 - Posted by Isabel Miller
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 19h
Hon. JB Pritzker, Governor of Illinois, 10/21/25
Hon. JB Pritzker, Governor of Illinois, 10/21/25
Hon. JB Pritzker, Governor of Illinois, addressed The Economic Club of Chicago October 21, 2025. The conversation was moderated by Chris Jones, Editorial Pag...
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 20h
Illinois lawmaker meets with museum leaders to develop state -solutions to protect cultural institutions
Illinois lawmaker meets with museum leaders to develop state -solutions to protect cultural institutions
With the Trump administration attempting to cut funding and targeting exhibits, the chair of the Illinois House Museum, Arts, Culture and Entertainment Committee is looking for state-level solutions to...
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 1d
Illinois State Rep. Says Border Patrol Agent Pointed a Gun as He Was Warning Residents About Immigration Raids
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 1d
Pritzker talks city budget, Bears stadium with Chicago business and civic leaders
Pritzker talks city budget, Bears stadium with Chicago business and civic leaders
Article Summary The governor weighed in on Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s budget plan for the city, saying he opposed any
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 1d
Illinois video gambling mogul to seek GOP gubernatorial nomination
Illinois video gambling mogul to seek GOP gubernatorial nomination
Article Summary Video gambling mogul Rick Heidner joins a crowded GOP primary field that includes former state Sen. Darren Bailey,
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 1d
Illinois video gambling mogul to seek GOP gubernatorial nomination
Illinois video gambling mogul to seek GOP gubernatorial nomination
Article Summary Video gambling mogul Rick Heidner joins a crowded GOP primary field that includes former state Sen. Darren Bailey,
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ILGA Connected @ilgaconnected.bsky.social · 1d
Delgado Supports Resolution Condemning Trump Administration Funding Freeze of CTA Red Line Train Extension
» Delgado Supports Resolution Condemning Trump Administration Funding Freeze of CTA Red Line Train Extension
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, backed a resolution Wednesday condemning the Trump Administration’s funding freeze of the Chicago Transit Authority’s (CTA) planned Red...
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