State Week

The former governor died after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

Operation Midway Blitz, the anticipated immigration enforcement effort in Chicago, kicked off this week. But there are few details being released about those detained and arrested. We get a view from the ground.

Chicago awaits the possibility of National Guard troops patrolling the city along with a large immigration enforcement operation.

Chicago and Illinois officials are waiting to see if the Trump Administration moves forward with threats to bring National Guard troops to the city's streets.

Texas Democrats who fled to Illinois went back home where Republicans were ready to approve new congressional district boundaries. Meanwhile, California and other states are considering similar efforts. The redistricting free-for-all raises a lot of questions about representation and fairness.

The Illinois State Fair is a chance for the parties to rally and for candidates to see where they stand.

A group of Texas Democratic legislators fled their home state and some took refuge in Illinois.

A request came in this week from the Department of Justice.

The governor is urging more scrutiny of premium increases.

The latest tariff deadline is fast approaching. We discuss the impact the changes could have on Illinois. And political jockeying is already underway ahead of next year's election.

There are warnings that some will lose health care and rural hospitals could close.

The governor has chosen a running mate as he seeks a third term. It's just one of the key races ahead in the state.

The governor announced he will run for another term. If elected next year, it would be his third term in office.

The longtime Illinois House Speaker was sentenced this month to federal prison.

Gov. JB Pritzker appeared before a congressional committee this week. Things got testy between the Democratic governor and Republican House members over sanctuary policies.

Lawmakers approved a budget and finished their spring session. But they might be coming back sooner than expected.

Lawmakers are trying to finalize a budget and other items before adjournment.

It's a difficult task ahead as the state's general assembly is set to adjourn its spring session at the end of the month.

Concerns over federal funding and the direction of the economy make this an especially challenging year for lawmakers.