Illinois Quick Hits: Chicago Officer Commits Suicide; Suicide Prevention Hotline 988 Launces

Plus: Jesse White is reminding residents to be on alert for scams claiming to be from the Secretary of State’s office.

Illinois Quick Hits: Inflation Signals Approaching Economic Storm; SIU Dropping Vaccine Mandate

Plus: the state of Illinois is accepting applications for a share of $60 million in grants to build early child education facilities.

Advocate Champions Program To Increase Healthy Food Access In Underserved Areas

Gov. J.B. Pritzker recently signed legislation establishing the Healthy Foods Access Program to help fill gaps in the food map.

High-tax states bleed wealth

Newest interstate income migration data follows latest patterns

Pritzker Tabs Southern Illinois Doc As New Health Department Director

Pediatrician and policy expert Sameer Vohra replaces Ngozi Ezike as the agency's director after Ngozi stepped down from the role in March.

Illinois Quick Hits: Guaranteed Income Program Begins In Chicago; Third Party Candidates File For Ballot Access

Plus: more than 8 million Illinoisans get drinking water from a utility where harmful chemicals have been detected.

Illinois Hospitals Must Offer Abortions To Save Mother’s Life: Biden

President Joe Biden signed an executive order this week but abortion remains legal in Illinois despite the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

New Illinois Budget Starts Friday As Audited Financials Reveal Pension Deficits

"Illinois is very flush with funds now," Volcker Alliance Director Bill Glasgall said.

Mental Health Advocate Optimistic New National Hotline Will Improve Illinois' Crisis Infrastructure

Also known as 988, the new hotline is slated to go live July 16 and will build upon the state’s existing infrastructure.

Illinois Quick Hits: Another Amtrak Fatality; Bailey Wins Big; Other Primary Election Outcomes

Plus: a Canadian railroad with several lines in Illinois says it will spend tens of millions of dollars on improvements in the state.

Tax Breaks For Gas, Groceries Start In July For Illinois Residents

Illinois residents can look forward to tax breaks at the grocery store and the gas pump starting next month.

Darren Bailey Wins Republican Primary For Illinois Governor

Republican state Sen. Darren Bailey, a downstate farmer, is set to face off against billionaire Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker in November.

DeVore Tops Kim For AG, Faces Kwame Raoul: IL Primary Election Results

Downstate attorney Thomas DeVore and J.B. Pritzker foe captured Tuesday's GOP primary after Deerfield's Steve Kim conceded the election.

Salvi Declares Victory, Eyes Duckworth: IL Primary Election Results

Lake County attorney Kathy Salvi was projected as the GOP primary winner for U.S. Rep. after she captured more than 30 percent of the vote.

Casten Gets Democratic Nod, Newman Pledges Support: IL Primary 2022

Sean Casten beats Marie Newman in the incumbent vs. incumbent Democratic primary in the redrawn Illinois 6th Congressional District.

Jackson Gets Dem Nod, GOP Still Too Close To Call: IL Primary 2022

Jackson led a field of 17 Democrats fighting for Illinois' 1st Congressional District seat, while two Republicans remained in a tight race.

Secretary of State Election: Brady Far Ahead, Giannoulias Leading

Brady is trouncing his opponents in the GOP primary; Giannoulias is ahead by a considerable margin.

Economy, Inflation, Abortion Rights Among Issues Driving Illinois Voters To The Polls

Addressing a rise in crime is also important to state voters.

7 Fight For Senate Showdown With Duckworth: Illinois Primary Election

Many of the seven candidates hoping to emerge from the Illinois primary preach an America First message they hope resonates with voters.

3 Republicans Vie For Attorney General: Illinois Primary Election 2022

Republicans Thomas DeVore, Steve Kim and David Shestokas are attempting to unseat Kwame Raoul.

Secretary of State Election Race: Illinois Primary 2022

4 Democrats and 3 Republicans are running for sec of state in this year's primaries after Jesse White decided not to seek reelection.

Rep. Mary Miller Draws Criticism Calling Overturning Of Roe V. Wade Victory For 'White Life'; Says She Misspoke

Miller applauded the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, saying it was a historic victory for "white life."

Illinois Quick Hits: Miller's Comments Criticized; 'Ghost Trains' A Concern

Rep. Mary Miller called the Supreme Court’s decision of overturning Roe v. Wade a “victory for white life.”

Pritzker To Call Special Session After Friday's Supreme Court Ruling Overturning Roe V. Wade

"Illinois will be a safe haven for the exercise of your reproductive rights," Gov. J.B. Pritzker said last week.

6 Challengers In Illinois Republican Primary Look To Unseat Pritzker

In the race to challenge billionaire Gov. J.B Pritzker, the leading candidates are backed by their own billionaires.

Crowded Field In Race For Bobby Rush's 1st Distric Seat: IL Primary

Four Republicans and 17 Democrats are searching for their party's nomination in the 2022 primary for the U.S. Congressional seat.

IL Primary 2022 Guide: Governor, Sec Of State, Congressional Races

Republicans vie to run against Pritzker, U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth | Casten/Newman face off in 6th District | New Secretary of State

After Supreme Court Decision, Roe V. Wade Remains Law In IL: Pritzker

Gov. J.B. Pritzker is calling on lawmakers to meet in a special session to take swift action to continue to protect women's rights.

Roe V. Wade Court Decision: What It Means For Women Across Illinois

Gov. J.B. Pritzker has vowed to keep abortion safe and legal in Illinois despite the Supreme Court decision that changes the law nationally.

Casten, Newman and Hughes Face Off In IL-06: Democratic Primary 2022

U.S. Reps. Sean Casten, Newman, and challenger Hughes look for Democratic nod in the redrawn IL-06 primary.

Illinois Quick Hits: CPS Budget Opposition; Ex-Grayslake Chamber Leader Faces Fraud Charges; Illinois Dog Wins Westminster

Plus: A dog from Illinois took home the top prize at the prestigious Westminster Dog Show Wednesday night.

Bipartisan Gun Violence Bill: What Passage Would Mean In Illinois

Illinois is already one of 19 states that have red flag laws in place to prevent someone deemed dangerous from owning or buying a gun.

Biden’s Federal Gas Tax Holiday: Would It Help Or Hurt Illinois?

President Joe Biden is proposing a 3-month gas tax break, which could save drivers money in Illinois where the tax is 39.2 cents per gallon.

Interest Rates Are Rising, But Demand For Lumber In Chicago Area Still Strong

Lumber yard operators said business is “unbelievable” this summer.

Despite Gubernatorial Primary, Early Voting In Illinois Has Been Slow

Voters had until June 23 to request a mail ballot.

Illinois Quick Hits: Madigan Corruption Trial Postponed; Former State Senator Sentenced; Road Rage Warning Issued

Plus: Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to visit Illinois this week.

Steve Kim: Illinois Attorney General Candidate

Kim, a Deerfield attorney, maintains that crime and corruption are out of control in Illinois and that it needs to be a bigger priority.

Midwest States Recovering Poorly From Pandemic Unemployment

Illinois ranked 41st in a WalletHub study analyzing unemployment recovery.

Democratic Candidates For Secretary Of State Square Off In Recent Forum

For the first time in more than 20 years, Jesse White is not seeking reelection.

Illinois Quick Hits: Dry Conditions Ahead; Kellogg Plans Dual HQ In Chicago, Battle Creek

Plus: the COVID-19 vaccine has been authorized for young children.