State leaders described the investment as a significant step in positioning Illinois as a national leader in emerging technologies, while also expanding economic opportunities in historically underserved communities. #jobs #ibm #southside
Illinois Accountability Commission Reveals New Findings, Names Agents in Fifth Hearing (Chicago, IL) - The Illinois Accountability Commission, housed within the Illinois Department of...
Commission officials said requests for testimony were extended to current and former federal leaders tied to the initiative, but none participated in the hearing. #hearing #
Fact Check: Illinois Democrats Challenge Darren Bailey’s Labor Record (Chicago, IL) - Illinois Democrats are pushing back against recent comments by Republican figure Darren...
Illinois Launches Nation’s First Tax Credit Incentive for Sustainable Film Production (Chicago, IL) - Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced a first-in-the-nation expansion of Illinois’ film...
“We’ve flipped seats, built stronger coalitions, and expanded our reach,” she said. “Four years and three successful galas later, our party has gotten bigger, better and stronger.” #democratic #politics
The commission, established to promote equity in state procurement, has come under criticism from the caucus, which claims participation has declined under its oversight. The group also raised concerns about commissioner salaries, alleging members are paid $150,000 annually. #funds #taxpayers #commission
“These investments will allow communities across Illinois to expand their events and festivals, promote one-of-a-kind destinations, and draw visitors from near and far to our great state.”#pritzker #grants
Organizers describe the initiative as one of the most expansive efforts to ensure Illinois’ role in the semiquincentennial celebration is inclusive and representative of communities statewide. #anniversary #stories
GOP candidate for lieutenant governor Aaron Del Mar said it’s important to support the Constitution and a free press, but taxpayer dollars should not support outlets like some in Chicago that only show one side of issues. #gop #tax #jbpritzker