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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 1m

Bryan Zarou: The state of ethics reform in a post-Michael Madigan Illinois

Michael Madigan is going to prison, but Illinois still has work to do to make state government more accountable.

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 5m

Illinois legislators poised to grapple with trains, insurance and Bears

Perhaps the most significant item on legislators’ veto session to-do list is whether to implement changes and secure funding to keep buses and trains around Chicago running on time.

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 7m

Editorial: Brandon Johnson says the quiet part out loud about the CTU

“I believe Rahm Emanuel referred to the Chicago Teachers Union as a socialist conspiracy,” Johnson said. “Did I get the words? But little did he know there was no conspiracy. We were just doing...

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 11m

Dire details of how Medicaid, SNAP cuts will hit Illinois come into focus

Without changes to the federal law or more state funding, cuts to the provider tax program in Illinois will cost the state $2.8 billion a year by 2031.

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 14m

From ‘Velvet Hammer’ to federal slammer, ex-House Speaker Michael Madigan must report to federal prison Monday

Former House Speaker Michael Madigan must report to federal prison Monday to begin serving his 7 1/2-year sentence on corruption charges, an ignominious end for a man who for decades was considered…

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 1h

Vance accuses Democrats of "hostage-taking" with government shutdown posture

Democratic leaders in Congress have pushed for serious negotiations with Republican leaders and the White House to end the stalemate.

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 8h

Full interview: JB Pritzker on ICE, CBD in Chicago

Full interview: JB Pritzker on ICE, CBD in Chicago | FOX 32 Chicago

Paris Schutz interviews Illinois Governor JB Pritzker one-on-one on ICE and CBD in Chicago.

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 8h

Chicago's Jewish community balances relief and grief as hostages return home

Chicago’s Jewish community has been working towards this day by providing support to families who have been suffering for two years.

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 8h

Mayor Johnson Protected by 150 Chicago Cops While Claiming City Is ‘Safe’

Mayor Johnson Protected by 150 Chicago Cops While Claiming City Is ‘Safe’ - Illinois Review

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 8h

Active Illinois National Guard members share views on recent troop activations in Chicago area

Members of the military are required to follow constitutional orders and disobey unconstitutional orders. But two members from Illinois see gray areas in the deployment of forces in the Chicago area to...

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 12h

The veto session's here -- what will happen with transit crisis?

The veto session’s here — what will happen with transit crisis?

Five months after a dramatic stalemate in Springfield over the transit funding crisis, it’s back before the General Assembly as the veto session starts Tuesday. What’s changed? The Regional Transp...

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 12h

RI County leaders to lobby for passenger rail funding

Members of the Rock Island County Passenger Rail Committee are in Springfield today and Tuesday, Oct. 14 to urge Illinois lawmakers attending the fall

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 13h

Ex-Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan to begin prison term in major corruption case

Former Democratic Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is set to report to prison on Monday to begin serving a seven-and-a-half-year sentence after being convicted on 10 of 23 counts in a corrupt…

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 13h

Gov. JB Pritzker points to Trump inconsistencies in deployment of National Guard to Chicago

The federal government has emphasized the Guard’s mission would mainly be to protect federal immigration enforcement agents and property.

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 18h

Road projects in 30 suburbs are on hold amid IDOT review into contractor with ties to Palumbo family

All told, 20 road projects totaling over $50 million likely won't get underway until 2026 as the Illinois Department of Transportation continues its investigation into Builders Paving LLC, which in turn...

chicago.suntimes.com

IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 18h

The Workers’ Mic (10/12/25): The Workers’ Mic discuss government furloughs and the First Amendment

This week on The Workers’ Mic, Powered by the NCL, Ken Edwards, Ed Maher, and Phil Davidson kick off the show by breaking down details pertaining to the fede…

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 19h

‘Truly unconstitutional actions’ on Trump’s National Guard deployment: Pritzker

ABC News’ George Stephanopoulos interviews Gov. JB Pritzker, D-Ill., on “This Week.”---Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: https://abcnews.visitlink.me/59aJ1GW...

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 19h

Discussing the Role of a Governor with Fmr. IL Governor Pat Quinn

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 19h

How do you feel about the arrival of National Guard troops in the Chicago area? Here's what you told us.

Many readers say the guard's presence is an abuse of power by President Trump, while some welcome the troops.

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 22h

President Trump heading to Middle East as ceasefire continues

With the Israel-Hamas ceasefire under way, Palestinians continue to return to Gaza. As Cristian Benavides reports, President Trump is set to depart for Israel and Egypt late Sunday ahead of the release...

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 23h

Illinois voters must come first in parceling out legislative power

Editorial | Illinois voters must come first in parceling out legislative power

It won’t be easy to change rules that strip voters of state legislative choice.

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 23h

Letters: Our nation needs a diverse mix of energy sources for the economy of the future

To meet rising demand, America needs a diverse, secure energy mix — from fossil fuels to solar, wind, advanced nuclear, hydrogen and storage.

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 23h

Editorial: Trumpian smearing of Chicago gets the scrutiny it deserves in a federal courtroom

It’s one thing for Trump administration to portray Chicago as a hellhole for Fox News. It’s another to make the case in a court of law.

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 23h

Gov. JB Pritzker’s win on National Guard could be short-lived as Trump keeps pulling levers of power

There are questions whether a stream of recent federal court defeats for President Donald Trump’s administration will only prompt a more serious reaction from him.

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IL Politihub @ilpolitihub.bsky.social · 23h

IL lawmakers could address energy prices, transit, taxes during veto session

(The Center Square) – The Illinois General Assembly’s fall veto session begins Tuesday, and taxes are expected to be part of the conversation. This year, legislators have proposed a number of different...

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