IL State News
7 months ago
Pritzker proposes $55.2B budget without new taxes, but warns of federal uncertainty under new president

SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) – Illinois Governor JB Pritzker delivered his fiscal year 2026 […]

Community
7 months ago
Illinois Senate committee advances bill banning vehicle searches based on cannabis smell

Law enforcement argues that the bill makes it more difficult to track drug traffickers and impaired drivers. The Illinois Sheriffs’ Association Executive Director Jim Kaitschuk provided an odorless container with raw cannabis to show that people can transport cannabis legally.

IL State News
7 months ago
Senate Republicans call for cuts to noncitizen spending, transparency in budget talks

As Governon JB Pritzker prepares to deliver his annual budget address, Senate Republicans are pushing for greater transparency in state spending, specifically related to programs for asylum seekers and undocumented residents. With Illinois facing a projected $3.2 billion budget deficit in fiscal year 2026, GOP lawmakers are advocating for budget cuts rather than tax increases to address the shortfall.

IL State News
7 months ago
Illinois officials discuss renewable energy concerns and rising demand in 2025

As Illinois faces increasing energy demands alongside its renewable energy goals, state regulators and lawmakers are grappling with how to address key challenges. A recent hearing brought attention to the issues surrounding energy generation, efficiency programs, and data centers’ growing electricity usage.

Business
7 months ago
Illinois Department of Agriculture suspends sales due to avian flu

The suspension, effective Tuesday, February 11 prohibits the exhibition and sale at swap meets, exhibitions, flea markets, and auction markets. This move is intended to prevent the spread of the disease which has been detected in flocks in Illinois.

IL State News
7 months ago
Jury reaches partial verdict in Mike Madigan corruption trial; deadlock on remaining charges

After 64 hours of deliberation over 11 days, the jury in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan has reached a unanimous decision on 17 counts but is deadlocked on the remaining 12 charges.

IL State News
7 months ago
Trump pardons Illinois ex-governor Rod Blagojevich

Although his first trial ended in a hung jury on 23 of 24 counts, he was convicted in 2011 on charges of shaking down a children’s hospital executive and a racetrack owner for campaign donations to the attempted Senate seat sale, for which the governor held appointment power.

IL State News
7 months ago
Governor Pritzker signs “Karina’s Law” to protect domestic violence survivors

A new law aimed at preventing domestic violence-related deaths was signed by Governor JB Pritzker on Monday, honoring the memory of Karina Gonzalez.

IL State News
7 months ago
Illinois Housing Development Authority announces $16 million for Home Improvement Program

The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) has unveiled a new initiative aimed at helping low- and extremely low-income homeowners make necessary repairs to their homes.

Agriculture
7 months ago
IDOA launches new I-COVER program to promote cover crops in Illinois

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has announced the launch of the I-COVER Program (Infield Conservation for Operationalizing Vital Ecosystem Resilience), supported by a $7 million USDA grant. The new program aims to encourage Illinois farmers and landowners to adopt cover crops and enhance their soil conservation practices.

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