Politics

And Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday announced his appointments to the new Northern Illinois Transit Authority board, which will replace the Regional Transportation Authority next month as the body overseeing the Chicago Transit Authority, Metra commuter rail and Pace Suburban Bus. #transportation #capitolnewsillinois

Following the investigation and resignation of Benton this summer, Welch faced scrutiny both from his caucus and across the aisle over his handling of early complaints of sexual harassment by Benton, and his financial support for Benton’s previous reelection campaign thereafter. #centersquare #politics

GOP gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey, who trails far behind Pritzker in fundraising, said Thursday Pritzker’s billionaire status can only help him so much. #centersquare #statefair #finance

The funding is part of more than $28 million in grants awarded through the Illinois Secretary of State to support libraries and literacy programs throughout the state. #funding #williepreston #literacy

Corbett said he supports maintaining and modernizing Illinois roads and bridges but questioned whether the scale and timing of the toll increases are justified. #tollway #collincorbett

Bradley began advocating on Maxson’s behalf years before his release. Under a Feb. 8, 2013, “Urban Translator Agreement,” Bradley agreed to serve as a media, community and political liaison in efforts to help Maxson secure his freedom and pursue justice. #compensation #markmaxson #wallacegatorbradley

According to the material provided, Bailey spoke at the conference alongside Hank Kunneman, a pastor and self-described prophet associated with One Voice Ministries, as well as Richard Jones, whom LGBTQ Nation identified as a registered sex offender. #darrenbailey #conferennce #lgbtq

Under the new law, the OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois decal will cost $25. For an initial purchase, $10 will go to the OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois Fund, while $15 will be deposited into the Secretary of State Special License Plate Fund. #bill #childrenshospital #fund

Under the law, new immigration detention centers will not be permitted within 1,500 feet of certain protected community locations, including daycare centers, parks, places of worship and residential areas. #law #immigration #restrictions

Voters can apply or download a printable Vote By Mail application through the Will County Clerk's website at willcountyclerk.gov. #willcounty #vote #mail