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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker tests positive for COVID-19

CHICAGO — Gov. J.B. Pritzker has tested positive for the coronavirus for the first time and is experiencing mild symptoms, his office announced Tuesday.

Chicago Tribune · Jul 19, 2022

Illinois governor tests positive for COVID-19; symptoms mild

Illinois' governor has tested positive for COVID-19

The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2022

HUD accuses Chicago of environmental racism, Gov. Pritzker catches COVID and more in your Chicago news roundup

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Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 19, 2022

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Gov. Pritzker tests positive for COVID-19, ‘experiencing mild symptoms’ after Florida politicking

The governor’s office on Tuesday said Pritzker received a positive result during his routine COVID-19 testing regimen “after being notified of several close contacts testing positive.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 19, 2022

Democratic 2024 convention site team visits Chicago next week; Republicans poised to pick Milwaukee

Republicans love to bash Chicago. But when it comes to picking a city to host its summer meeting, the Republican National Committee selected Chicago.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 19, 2022

State Police push broader use of ‘clear and present danger’ reports in FOID card screening

Deemed a “first step” by gun control advocates, the new emergency rule is designed to allow State Police to consider a larger range of information in the definition of clear and present danger and clarify the agency’s authority to use the reports.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 18, 2022

‘Relentless’ roller coaster: COVID-19 subvariants put Chicago area at high risk level — again

With transmission considered medium or high in 94 Illinois counties, residents are being urged to mask up when gathering indoors in 92% of the state.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 15, 2022

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Gov. Pritzker’s planned speech in Florida adds to speculation, criticism he’s eyeing White House

CHICAGO — Gov. J.B. Pritzker began the week with a White House visit for an event marking the passage of bipartisan gun legislation and will end it Saturday with a speech at a fundraiser for Florida Democrats, further fueling speculation — and criticism — that he’s eyeing a presidential bid…

Chicago Tribune · Jul 13, 2022

This solar installer is turning Ford F-150 Lightning EV into a backup home generator that can be powered by the sun

Ford began deliveries of its F-150 Lightning last month, and the electric version of the truck features a new option with a lot more utility than all-weather floor mats.

Chicago Tribune · Jul 13, 2022

Joe Biden is deeply unpopular. But can Democrats find an alternative for 2024?

For now, Biden is emboldened. No prominent Democrat will cross him and he will feel especially motivated if Trump is back on the campaign trail

The Guardian - US · Jul 13, 2022

Carl P. Leubsdorf: Many alternatives to Trump, Biden

Donald Trump is reportedly preparing an early announcement of his 2024 candidacy. The White House insists President Joe Biden will seek re-election.

Tribune News Service · Jul 13, 2022

Dr. Sameer Vohra named next director of Illinois Department of Public Health

Vohra, hailed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker as the Illinois Department of Public Health’s “next visionary leader,” will serve as the permanent replacement for Dr. Ngozi Ezike, who was a fixture on Illinois television screens during the pandemic.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 12, 2022

Stratton asks feds for abortion rights support, young Highland Park victim back in critical condition and more in your Chicago news round up

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Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 12, 2022

Forced ‘down a dark, agonizing path,’ Illinois needs federal help as ‘island’ for reproductive rights, Stratton testifies

Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton’s appearance in Washington comes as 10 states have already banned abortions and Illinois remains in the spotlight as a place for women to seek reproductive care.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 12, 2022

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Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 12, 2022

At White House gun law event a week after parade massacre, Biden wears ‘Highland Park Strong’ ribbon

President Biden has been criticized for not doing enough on guns. Gov. Pritzker defended Biden. “He agrees more needs to be done, and he is passionate about this.”

Tribune News Service · Jul 11, 2022

Supreme Court’s gun rights decision upends state restrictions

Shortly after the U.S. Supreme Court ruling last month that expanded the right to carry firearms outside the home, gun rights activist Andrew Namiki Roberts rushed to the Honolulu Police Department to apply for four permits to carry handguns in public. He was fourth in line, surrounded by excited Hawaii…

Tribune News Service · Jul 11, 2022

The push for abortion lawmaking after Dobbs is unique, legal and political experts say

The end of nationwide abortion protections has been met with a wave of calls from lawmakers and governors in at least a dozen states for special legislative sessions that would reshape the state-by-state patchwork of laws that now govern abortion in the U.S.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 10, 2022

Funding primary candidates from opposing party goes against democracy

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The Guardian - US · Jul 9, 2022

Biden in crisis mode as specter of one-term Carter haunts White House

President urged to act more forcefully to deal with rising inflation, gun violence and dire supreme court rulings

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2022

Governors offer Democrats aggressive reply on guns, abortion

As President Joe Biden runs up against the limits of what he can do on abortion, gun control and other issues without larger Democratic majorities in Congress, some in his party want more fire and boldness than the president’s acknowledgement of their frustration and calls imploring people to vote in…

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 8, 2022

Illinois Democrats move to ban assault weapons, fix FOID card after Highland Park mass shooting

Gov. J.B. Pritzker has already voiced support for bans on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. But in an election year, Illinois House Democrats failed to drum up enough support earlier this year. But its sponsor said, “it has some momentum behind it now.”

Chicago Tribune · Jul 8, 2022

GOP governor nominee Darren Bailey apologizes for comments after Highland Park parade shooting but struggles to move past controversy

CHICAGO — A week after becoming the Republican Party nominee for governor, state Sen. Darren Bailey sought Thursday to pivot from his bungled response to the mass shooting in Highland Park by declaring more gun control laws weren’t necessary, saying state funds needed to be better directed for mental health…

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 8, 2022

Highland Park July 4th parade slaughter unlikely to push Senate passing an assault weapons ban

Mayor Nancy Rotering, Highland Park Police Cmdr. Chris O’Neill and Gov. J.B. Pritzker have been invited to the White House on Monday.

Salon · Jul 6, 2022

Bill O'Reilly rages at "minority gangs"

The disgraced former Fox News host lost his mind after Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker condemned gun violence

Chicago Tribune · Jul 6, 2022

Vice President Kamala Harris visits Highland Park following shooting and calls for federal ban on assault weapons

CHICAGO — Less than 36 hours after a shooter opened fire at the Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, killing seven people, Vice President Kamala Harris arrived in the north suburb Tuesday evening calling for federal action on assault weapons.

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