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Pritzker compromise grants teachers extra sick leave for COVID-19 — but only if they are vaccinated

The compromise was reached after the governor vetoed a bill supported negotiations with the Illinois Education Association and the Illinois Federation of Teachers.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 25, 2022

It’s obvious Richard Irvin is a Republican

Irvin may not make it through the primary, but if he does win, he has a shot at giving Pritzker a run for his money,

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 21, 2022

Projects with Madigan ties went to the front of the line for massive Rebuild Illinois initiative

The $45 billion statewide capital plan includes nearly $4 billion in projects added by a handful of the state’s most powerful politicians, including the former House speaker.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 21, 2022

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State launches next phase of I-80 corridor construction in Joliet with Houbolt Road project

The state investment in the $200 million public-private partnership is $32 million, Gov. J.B. Pritzker said. CenterPoint Properties, an inland port, is investing up to $170 million to build a new toll bridge on Houbolt Road over the Des Plaines River.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 21, 2022

Precipitous peak: Omicron surge shows signs of easing — but officials warn in weeks ahead ‘hundreds more may die’

"We are not out of the woods, and we need people to be very careful over these next few weeks," Chicago Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said. Gov. J.B. Pritzker observed, "I am cautiously optimistic about this decline, but there are an awful lot of people still battling for…

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 19, 2022

Mayor of Illinois' 2nd-largest city announces GOP bid for governor with tough-on-crime message

CHICAGO — Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin formally announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for governor Monday, stressing his background as a former county prosecutor to focus on a tough-on-crime message the GOP is hoping will play well against Democrats this year.

Chicago Tribune · Jan 17, 2022

Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin jumps into GOP Illinois primary for governor

A slate of Republicans led by the Aurora mayor may get the backing of billionaire Ken Griffin.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 17, 2022

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