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The trio also faulted Pritzker for what they characterized as rhetoric that encourages confrontation, pointing to remarks in which the governor urged supporters to be “street fighters” for Democratic causes — a line Republicans have repeatedly criticized. #protest #policeofficers

To celebrate the month, courts across Illinois will host special Adoption Day ceremonies to finalize adoptions and honor families who are expanding through adoption. #adoption

In 2025, Congress passed a key Republican bill that included creating a federal tax credit for donations to Scholarship Granting Organizations. #

President Donald Trump’s Oct. 4 order to federalize, or take control of, 300 members of the Illinois National Guard, along with the deployment of 200 Texas guardsmen and another 16 troops from California, has been blocked since last week. #trump

This year, legislators have proposed a number of different taxes to fund public transportation. #vetosession

ISAC announced the 2025–26 Financial Aid Application Completion Recognition of Excellence honorees this week, celebrating 469 schools across the state for their leadership in guiding students and families through the college financial aid process. #honored

The advanced nuclear technology company plans to invest more than $12 million in a new facility in the Chicagoland area, supported by the state’s Reimagining Energy and Vehicles in Illinois (REV Illinois) program. #energy

Our Village became a leader in passing the first local ban on these dangerous products—because we could not sit back while children were being targeted with candy-coated intoxicants and vape devices disguised as consumer goods. #hemp

“To blame President Trump for Illinois’ budget problems is like blaming the White Sox’s losing record on the fans. It is absurd,” #budget

The state and gun control advocates argue the ban addresses dangerous and unusual firearms and societal concerns over mass shootings. #gun