Gov. JB Pritzker to propose suspending tax incentives for AI data centers in Illinois

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is expected to call for a two-year suspension of tax incentives offered to develop data centers amid growing scrutiny over their rapid expansion and impact on communities.

Illinois budget faces uncertainty as federal funding cuts loom

Gov. JB Pritzker faces a challenging budget address amid federal funding cuts and economic uncertainty, with a projected $2.2 billion deficit for FY27.

Pritzker blasts Trump's policies, touts Illinois' improved finances in budget address

Gov. JB Pritzker covered affordability and pushed back against Trump in his State of the State budget address.

2026 NFL Draft scouting report: Luke Altmyer, Quarterback, Illinois

Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer is next to receive his 2026 NFL Draft scouting report!

New Ikea coming to Illinois shopping mall in 2026. See where

Ikea is expanding its presence in 10 cities across the U.S. in 2026, including in Illinois. See where the company is setting up shop.

Duffy gives Illinois 30-day ultimatum after audit finds 1 in 5 noncitizen truck licenses issued illegally

Illinois faces losing $128M in federal highway funding after USDOT finds one-in-five CDL licenses issued to noncitizens were allegedly illegal under federal law.

Bears inching closer to end zone on new stadium deal in Illinois despite Indiana push

The renewed push comes as Hoosier legislators work this week to meet a key deadline on a competing package meant to entice the Bears to leave.