illinois state

Governor JB Pritzker announced that Dr. Glenn Poshard, former Southern Illinois University president and longtime public servant, will serve as Grand Marshal for the August 22 event, themed “Adventure Awaits!” #parade

The recognition highlights students who have excelled academically while balancing part-time studies. #honors

“We believe that supporting the mental health and well-being of our students and employees is essential to their success. #mentalhealth

Parker was elected in November 2024 in an abbreviated campaign prompted by the resignation of  former Will County Clerk Lauren Staley-Ferry. #election

“I’m deeply honored to have earned the endorsement of two true giants – former Secretary of State Jesse White and former Congressman Reverend Bobby Rush – in my campaign for the United States Senate." #endorsement

The IEC Public Service Award highlights individuals who have made significant contributions to the electric cooperative movement and have shown exceptional dedication to public service. #award

In an effort to prevent a quorum in the Texas Legislature and delay important votes, Texas Democratic lawmakers are hiding out in Illinois at the invitation of Gov. JB Pritzker. #texas

In a filing known as a “statement of interest,” the Justice Department said the government has an interest in the outcome of the lawsuit, although the filing stops short of asking the court for permission to intervene as a party in the case. #lawsuit

“I am proud to announce that Infleqtion will be building their utility-scale, neutral-atom quantum computer right here in Chicago as a tenant of the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park,” Pritzker said. #quantum

“More than just a symbol of the power and the spirit of Chicago, Union Station is the center of the most important rail hub in America for Amtrak, freight, and commercial rail,” said Governor JB Pritzker. #centennial