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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 1h

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.

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 2h

Poll: Biss, Abughazaleh lead pack for Schakowsky’s seat

Poll: Biss, Abughazaleh lead pack for Schakowsky's seat - Evanston Now

Survey, conducted for Abughazaleh's campaign, shows her moving up, but still in second place.

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 2h

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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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 2h

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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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 3h

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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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 3h

Unions Thrive in States Protecting Collective Bargaining Rights

The America’s Work Force Union Podcast is the nation’s premier daily labor program. Frank Manzo of the ILEPI joined us on today’s show.

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 4h

State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Honors Illinois LGBTQ+ Leaders

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs honors LGBTQ+ leaders in Chicago during LGBTQ+ History Month, highlighting achievements in business, education, government, and arts.

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 4h

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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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 6h

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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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 8h

Opinion | Chicago’s Union Boss Gets a Promotion - The Wall Street Journal

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 12h

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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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 23h

Conference against hate brings statewide professionals to Champaign

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – The inaugural “Illinois Together Against Hate” conference brought dozens of professionals from across the state to Champaign. Champaign, Urbana, the Department …

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 1d

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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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 1d

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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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.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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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 1d

Elections board deadlocks on $10M fine for Senate President Don Harmon

Article Summary The Illinois State Board of Elections deadlocked, 4-4, on partisan lines when determining whether Senate President Don Harmon

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 1d

Stuart Files Bill to Prevent Higher Education Institutions from Signing Trump Compact

» Stuart Files Bill to Prevent Higher Education Institutions from Signing Trump Compact

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – During veto session, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, filed a bill that would prevent any Illinois institutions of higher education from signing onto President Trump’s...

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 1d

Grasse to Host Mobile DMV Event with Senator Walker

» Grasse to Host Mobile DMV Event with Senator Walker

ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill. – State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, is partnering with state Sen. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, to host a mobile DMV event where residents will be able to renew...

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 1d

Jiménez Lauds National Recognition of IHDA for Affordable Housing, Homelessness Prevention Initiatives

» Jiménez Lauds National Recognition of IHDA for Affordable Housing, Homelessness Prevention Initiatives

CHICAGO – State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, issued the following statement regarding the recent national recognition of the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) on their work to prevent...

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 1d

Grasse Celebrates Arlington Heights Farmers Market, Ranked Best in Illinois

» Grasse Celebrates Arlington Heights Farmers Market, Ranked Best in Illinois

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, is congratulating the Arlington Heights Farmers Market on recently being ranked as the best farmers market in the state of Illinois,...

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 1d

Immigration officials seek to justify use of force on Chicago-area protesters

Article Summary Immigration officials overseeing the Department of Homeland Security’s “Operation Midway Blitz” were ordered to appear in Chicago federal

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 2d

Stava Congratulates Downers Grove on Silver Circle Award for Fire Safety Education ilhousedems.com/2025/10/20/s...

» Stava Congratulates Downers Grove on Silver Circle Award for Fire Safety Education

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. — State Rep. Anne Stava, D-Downers Grove, issued congratulations in a statement after the Village of Downers Grove won a Silver Circle Award in the 2025 3CMA Savvy Awards competition...

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 2d

Hirschauer Receives GPAC Award for Gun Violence Prevention Work ilhousedems.com/2025/10/20/h...

» Hirschauer Receives GPAC Award for Gun Violence Prevention Work

WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – Highlighting impactful advancements in public safety and preventative violence legislation, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, was awarded the 2025 Profile in Courage Award...

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 2d

Illinois and Chicago tell Supreme Court Trump has no case for Guard deployment www.chicagobusiness.com/politics/ill...

Illinois and Chicago tell Supreme Court Trump has no case for Guard deployment

Illinois and Chicago filed their response Monday to a Supreme Court request in Trump v. Illinois, arguing there’s no unrest warranting National Guard deployment and that the president’s case lacks...

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IL Progress Network @ilprogressnetwork.bsky.social · 2d

Briel-Backed Resolutions Condemn Political Violence, Support Due Process, Free Speech Rights ilhousedems.com/2025/10/20/b...

» Briel-Backed Resolutions Condemn Political Violence, Support Due Process, Free Speech Rights

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottowa, is speaking out about the violent, corrupt, and illegal actions the Trump Administration is launching against Illinois residents, passing...

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