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Niemerg Challenger Acklin Weighs in on "Unusual" Campaign
Niemerg Challenger Acklin Weighs in on "Unusual" Campaign

The union-backed opponent of Rep. Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) is speaking about his last minute, unexpected campaign as the two men prepare for a mostly unprecedented write-in campaign.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 16, 2024
Pritzker Pledges $182 Million More to Migrant Crisis If Legislature Approves
Pritzker Pledges $182 Million More to Migrant Crisis If Legislature Approves

Governor JB Pritzker’s administration announced Thursday it is pledging another $182 million from the state to help alleviate Chicago’s ongoing migrant crisis.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 16, 2024
In Latest Shocking Turn, McCann Pleads Guilty
In Latest Shocking Turn, McCann Pleads Guilty

The latest roller coaster of events in the federal criminal trial of former State Senator and 2018 independent gubernatorial candidate Sam McCann came to a head Thursday as McCann, who had fought charges he misused campaign funds, abruptly pleaded guilty during the prosecution’s case.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 16, 2024
Bryant Goes on Attack
Bryant Goes on Attack

Senate Republicans are ramping up attacks in their effort to protect Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) from a primary challenge.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 14, 2024
Chamber Chief on New BIPA Bill: "Move In the Right Direction"
Chamber Chief on New BIPA Bill: "Move In the Right Direction"

After another quarter of below average fundraising, chatter in Democratic circles continues to pick up about the future plans of Sen. Dick Durbin, and if the longtime Senator will seek re-election in 2026.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 14, 2024
Some Democrats Begin Behind the Scenes Posturing to Replace Durbin
Some Democrats Begin Behind the Scenes Posturing to Replace Durbin

After another quarter of below average fundraising, chatter in Democratic circles continues to pick up about the future plans of Sen. Dick Durbin, and if the longtime Senator will seek re-election in 2026.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 13, 2024
How the GOP Navigates Trump Issue in November
How the GOP Navigates Trump Issue in November

With each passing day, it’s becoming more and more likely former President Donald Trump is the Republican nominee for President in November.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 9, 2024
House GOP Pitches Property Tax Savings
House GOP Pitches Property Tax Savings

House Republicans are set to make high property taxes their top issue during the spring legislative session and leading to the November election.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 7, 2024
Republicans Running in Open Seats Struggle to Raise Money
Republicans Running in Open Seats Struggle to Raise Money

With six weeks to go before the March primary, Republicans running in open seats for the General Assembly seem to have one major thing in common: they aren’t raising much money.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 6, 2024
Darren Bailey Isn't Serious
Darren Bailey Isn't Serious

Darren Bailey is trying to change the narrative in his 12th District primary against Congressman Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) with a stunt news conference on the southern border.

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OpinionPatrick PfingstenFebruary 6, 2024
Why Welch "Cut Loose" Two Members in Tough Primaries
Why Welch "Cut Loose" Two Members in Tough Primaries

If two Democratic legislators from the southside of Chicago are going to win competitive primaries next month, they won’t have the help of House Speaker Chris Welch’s powerful political organization. And some believe Welch may be actively supporting their opponents.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 4, 2024
Wilhour's Union-backed Opponent Goes Up on TV
Wilhour's Union-backed Opponent Goes Up on TV

Rep. Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City), a conservative “Freedom Caucus” member of the House is being challenged by a heavily-union backed candidate, Fayette County GOP Chairman and former County Board member Matt Hall.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 4, 2024
Krishnamoorthi, Incumbents Lead Federal Campaign Hauls
Krishnamoorthi, Incumbents Lead Federal Campaign Hauls

Federal campaign finance reports for the fourth quarter of 2023 were due by 11pm Wednesday night.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 1, 2024
Copays Restart for Undocumented Health Care Plans
Copays Restart for Undocumented Health Care Plans

The state announced Wednesday new copayments and coinsurance costs for undocumented/illegal immigrants in the “Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults” and “Health Benefits for Immigrant Seniors” program took effect Thursday.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenFebruary 1, 2024
Bost Hauls In Cash While Bailey Fails to Get Outside Groups Involved
Bost Hauls In Cash While Bailey Fails to Get Outside Groups Involved

Congressman Mike Bost (R-Murphysboro) filed a fundraising quarter significantly outperforming his primary opponent, former state senator and 2022 GOP gubernatorial nominee Darren Bailey.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenJanuary 31, 2024
Niemerg, Challenger Fail to Qualify as Write Ins in All Counties
Niemerg, Challenger Fail to Qualify as Write Ins in All Counties

Both Rep. Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) and his union backed challenger, school superintendent and Interim Ogden Mayor Jim Acklin failed to file as write ins in all of the counties of the sprawling 102nd District.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenJanuary 31, 2024
UPDATED: Trump Allowed on Illinois Ballot, Issue Likely Heads to Court
UPDATED: Trump Allowed on Illinois Ballot, Issue Likely Heads to Court

The Illinois State Board of Elections has followed along with the recommendation of a retired Republican judge Tuesday to allow former President Donald Trump to remain on the March primary ballot even though, the judge argues he shouldn’t.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenJanuary 30, 2024
15 Years Later, the "Accidental Governor" Looks Back
15 Years Later, the "Accidental Governor" Looks Back

15 years ago Monday, January 29, 2009, Pat Quinn became Illinois’ most unlikely governor.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenJanuary 30, 2024
Pritzker Downplays Tensions with City Over Migrant Crisis
Pritzker Downplays Tensions with City Over Migrant Crisis

Governor JB Pritzker took issue Monday with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s assertion the state should be building shelters for asylum-seeking migrants in the suburbs and not all within city limits.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenJanuary 30, 2024
Feds Ask for Five Years in Prison for Mapes
Feds Ask for Five Years in Prison for Mapes

Federal prosecutors argued in court documents Monday that Tim Mapes, the longtime Chief of Staff to former House Speaker Michael Madigan should spend up to five years in prison for perjury and obstruction of justice charges.

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NewsPatrick PfingstenJanuary 30, 2024
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