Monthly Archives: July, 2026

"Repeatedly, Republican legislators tout community investments, despite voting against them," Democratic Party of Illinois spokesperson Gwen Pepin said. "It's difficult to justify why an elected official would try to block funds to fire departments and first responders—the very people who help keep their constituents safe." #funding #republicans #firstresponder

The staffer, a previous intern for the speaker, also shared evidence of Welch interacting with her on social media in ways that made her feel uncomfortable, such as responding to her photos with heart-eyed emojis. #staffer #complaint #centersquare

The Democratic Party of Illinois is also encouraging the public to contribute through an online donation registry to help expand the number of families served during the event. #democrats #babyshower #belleville

The governor opened the conversation by touching on a hot button issue in the recent legislative session – data center power usage and the POWER Act, which didn’t make it through to passing in Springfield. #pritzker #climate #centersquare

The Democratic Party of Illinois contends that the conflict with Iran has contributed to higher fuel prices and increased government spending. #trump #gas #iran

The funding will benefit local high schools, including George Washington High School and St. Francis De Sales High School, by expanding STEM curriculum, classroom technology and educator training. #psiquantum #funding #southchicago

The Liberty Justice Center sued the federal government alongside small businesses, arguing Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs were illegally imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The group won their lawsuit Feb 20. #jbpritzker #tariffs #centersquare

Stratton welcomed the endorsement, saying she looks forward to continuing her partnership with organized labor while advocating for workers' rights in Washington. #endorsement #julianastratton #senate

Will County Clerk Annette Parker announced that her office received two grants totaling $107,620.65 through state programs designed to support local election administration. #willcounty #grant #election

He told The Center Square he wanted to bring the measure forward because drivers often aren’t made aware of the actual cost of a toll until it's too late to turn around. #centersquare #tollways #driving