Center Square: ‘Madigan Enterprise’ prosecution points out 'things that ought to change,’ Pritzker says
After the most recent conviction in what federal prosecutors called the “Madigan Enterprise,” Gov. J.B. Pritzker said more can and should be done on ethics reforms.
Center Square: Governor signs bill to back state’s No. 1 industry with support for future farmers
The state’s 4-H leaders are applauding a new bill signed this month by Gov. J.B. Pritzker that excuses students from school for work-based learning events.
Chicago Tribune: Gov. Pritzker and Mayor Johnson ask feds to fast-track work authorization for migrants; aldermen advance new housing for asylum-seekers
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson sent a joint letter Monday to the federal government requesting streamlined work authorization that would let Illinois sponsor noncitizens to work in industries facing labor shortages.
Sun-Times: Chicago TV news crew robbed at gunpoint while reporting on armed robberies
A Univision Chicago TV news crew was robbed at gunpoint early Monday in West Town as they were reporting on a recent rash of armed robberies.
Crain's Chicago Business: Downtown residents give thumbs down to NASCAR repeat
Those who had to deal with the racing event in their backyard were not fans of the spectacle, according to a survey.
Daily Herald: Lisle Township supervisor's decision to shut down office criticized
Lisle Township Supervisor Diane Hewitt has come under fire for shutting down her office and the food pantry after one employee tested positive for COVID.
WREX: South Central Illinois Training & Innovation Center opens Monday
Monday marked the grand opening of the South Central Illinois (SCI) Training & Innovation Center. The Center was funded by $8.6 million in grants from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.