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Illinois State News Tracker"Illinois State News Tracker" provides the latest updates on politics, economy, education, sports, and local events in Illinois. Stay informed with news from the Prairie State.

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2:32

Illinois Faces Fourth Consecutive Year of Record...

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2026/04/26

Illinois marks its fourth consecutive year surpassing 100 tornadoes, with a preliminary count of 101 as of April 22, nearly double the annual average of 54, according to CBS News Chicago. This surge, leading the nation, includes severe flooding, hail, and damaging winds, amid a warming climate boosting activity.In politics, the Illinois House approved a long-stalled megaprojects bill, advancing tax incentives and state-backed loans that could pave the way for the Chicago Bears to build a stadium in

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2:19

Illinois Passes Bears Stadium Tax Freeze Bill Through...

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2026/04/23

Illinois lawmakers are pushing forward with efforts to secure the Chicago Bears' future in the state, as a revised bill advanced through a key House committee on April 22. According to WGN News, the measure offers a property tax freeze for up to 40 years on mega-projects like the proposed Arlington Heights stadium, while requiring developers to make special payments to local governments, with half earmarked for homeowner property tax relief. Capitol News Illinois reporter Brenden Moore noted this

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2:38

Illinois Records 80 Tornadoes in 2026: Record Storms...

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2026/04/21

Illinois has endured a turbulent start to 2026, leading the nation with 80 tornado reports through April 19, nearly double Mississippi's total, according to UPI. Severe storms on April 17 brought wind damage and at least 10 confirmed tornadoes across northern and central areas, including EF-1 paths in Roscoe, Mendota, and Gibson City, as detailed by the National Weather Service Chicago office. The week prior saw record 2.43 inches of rain at Chicago O'Hare on April 14, with 4 to 6 inches near the

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2:47

Illinois Balances New Worker Protections and...

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2026/04/19

Illinois continues to navigate a mix of legislative advancements, economic steadiness, and recent natural challenges. Governor J.B. Pritzker recently signed several key bills into law, including HB 2849, which restricts mobile home park owners from unfairly charging tenants for utilities, effective January 1, 2026, according to Capitol News Illinois. The Safe Schools for All Act now prohibits schools from collecting citizenship status data on immigrant students and limits interactions with federal

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3:17

Illinois Revenue Surge Tops Forecast While Economic...

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2026/04/16

Illinois state revenues climbed $1.571 billion in the third quarter, a 4.2 percent increase that outpaced the budgeted 2.3 percent forecast, according to the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability as reported by Illinois Times. Yet volatility lingers, with corporate receipts down 6.2 percent amid federal tax changes and global tensions like the Iran attack disrupting petroleum lanes.At the State Capitol, lawmakers returned for a packed session after passing over 130 House bills last

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3:41

Illinois Legislative Priorities and Revenue Growth...

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2026/04/14

Illinois continues to navigate significant legislative activity and economic shifts as the state moves through fiscal year 2026. The state legislature has been particularly active, with trending legislation reflecting priorities across criminal justice, education, and workforce development.The Clean Slate Act, officially known as Senate Bill 1784, has emerged as a leading legislative priority[1]. This measure amends the Personnel Code to streamline criminal history record management within the

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3:30

Illinois Economy Strengthens: Record Chicago Jobs,...

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2026/04/12

Illinois continues to navigate significant developments across education, economic growth, and infrastructure this spring. The state's employment landscape shows strength, with the Chicago Metro beginning 2026 with a record number of monthly jobs and nearly five years of year-over-year growth[3]. Meanwhile, Marion County's unemployment remained at 5.4 percent in January, slightly higher than the previous year, though the county's workforce grew by 81 people from the prior month[1].Education remains

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2:21

Illinois House Republicans Propose 6-Month Gas Tax...

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2026/04/09

Illinois House Republicans, led by Rep. Ryan Spain, have introduced a bill for a six-month pause on the state's 5% gas sales tax from July to December, aiming to ease burdens on drivers amid prices topping $4 a gallon due to the war in Iran. WAND-TV reports GOP leaders want this included in the Fiscal Year 2027 budget to provide quick relief, noting the tax revenue has shifted from roads to Chicago transit. Meanwhile, Governor JB Pritzker announced an additional $30 million for the Regional Site

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2:49

Illinois Economy Surges With $2.5 Billion in...

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2026/04/07

Illinois is experiencing a robust economic surge in early 2026, with companies committing to nearly 4,000 jobs and $2.5 billion in investments through the EDGE program, surpassing prior years totals, according to Governor JB Pritzkers office. Major deals include Hyundais $450 million manufacturing expansion in Will County creating 2,500 jobs and CSLs $1.5 billion life sciences investment in Kankakee, as reported by Politico Illinois Playbook. These developments counter Republican claims of

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3:44

Illinois Economy Surges With $2.5 Billion in Q1 2026...

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2026/04/05

Illinois is experiencing significant economic momentum heading into spring 2026. According to the Governor's office, companies participating in Illinois' Economic Development for a Growing Economy program have committed to creating nearly 4,000 jobs and nearly 2.5 billion dollars in investments during just the first quarter of 2026, already surpassing the total number of jobs committed through all of 2025[2][7]. Major developments include a 450 million dollar manufacturing investment by Hyundai

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3:09

Illinois Economy Surges with $2.5 Billion in...

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2026/04/02

Illinois is experiencing a robust economic surge in early 2026, with companies committing to nearly 4,000 new jobs and $2.5 billion in investments through the state's EDGE program, already surpassing totals from prior years, according to the governor's office. Politico reports highlight major deals like Hyundai Translead's $450 million manufacturing investment in Will County, creating 2,500 jobs, and CSL's $1.5 billion life sciences project in Kankakee, alongside expansions by AbbVie and Mars

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2:51

Illinois Drives Economic Growth with Mars Snacking...

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2026/03/31

In Illinois, Governor JB Pritzker and Mars Snacking announced plans for 600 new jobs in Chicago, establishing the city as a strategic hub for innovation in the Fulton Market district, with capacity for over 1,000 employees, according to the Illinois government press release and Business Facilities reports. The states 2026 legislative session, underway since January 14, runs through May 31, with key committee deadlines in March, as tracked by MultiState. Engineers from the American Council of

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3:27

Illinois Legislative Session Accelerates Housing...

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2026/03/29

Illinois is experiencing significant momentum across multiple sectors as the state legislature approaches critical deadlines and advances key initiatives.Governor JB Pritzker announced a major housing reform package called the BUILD Plan, which aims to address Illinois' growing housing shortage through zoning and land use reforms. According to reporting on the initiative, the plan would legalize middle housing, allowing multifamily residential units on lots with a minimum area of 2,500 square feet,

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2:09

Illinois Economy Surges: 3,100 New Jobs Announced as...

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2026/03/26

Governor JB Pritzker announced Mars Snacking's investment creating 600 new jobs in Chicago, positioning the city as a strategic hub for innovation and growth, according to the Illinois government news release. In business news, Hyundai Translead plans a $450 million investment in Will County, reviving shuttered plants and generating nearly 2,500 jobs, as reported by the Illinois Economic Development Corporation. The Chicago Bears' megaproject bill, offering tax incentives like 40-year property tax

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2:28

Illinois Democratic Primary Results: Stratton Wins...

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2026/03/24

Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton won the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate with a seven-point lead, according to WTTW News, positioning her to replace retiring Sen. Dick Durbin. Gov. JB Pritzker, unopposed in his primary, faces a rematch with Republican Darren Bailey, who secured the GOP gubernatorial nomination per CBS News projections. Other key races saw Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss claim the 9th Congressional District Democratic primary, La Shawn Ford take the 7th District, and Cook County Commissioner

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2:26

Illinois Primary Results: Darren Bailey Advances to...

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2026/03/22

Illinois voters have wrapped up a pivotal primary election, setting the stage for high-stakes fall matchups. CBS News projects Darren Bailey winning the Republican gubernatorial primary with nearly 50 percent of the vote, paving the way for a rematch against incumbent Democrat JB Pritzker, who ran unopposed and seeks a third term after defeating Bailey by 13 points in 2022[1][4]. In congressional races, Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss leads the Democratic primary for the 9th District with 32 percent as

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2:24

Illinois Primary Sets Stage for High-Stakes Senate...

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2026/03/19

Illinois voters have wrapped up a pivotal primary election, setting the stage for high-stakes November matchups. Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton secured the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate with 40% of the vote, defeating Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi at 33%, according to KSDK News. She earned Governor JB Pritzker's endorsement and now faces Republican Don Tracy, who won his primary with 40%, CBS News Chicago reports. In the governor's race, incumbent Pritzker advances unopposed for a

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3:08

Illinois Democratic Primary Today: Immigration...

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2026/03/17

Illinois voters are heading to the polls today in a pivotal Democratic primary to fill retiring Senator Dick Durbin's seat, with immigration enforcement emerging as a defining campaign issue. According to CBS News, the race has become largely a three-person contest between Lieutenant Governor Julianna Stratton, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Congresswoman Robin Kelly, with Governor JB Pritzker's endorsement and millions in campaign funds backing Stratton. A poll commissioned by a progressive

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3:46

Illinois Braces for Storm Recovery While Lawmakers...

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2026/03/15

Illinois faces significant challenges and opportunities as severe weather impacts the state while lawmakers debate major economic and policy initiatives.A powerful spring storm system swept across Illinois earlier this week, leaving considerable damage in its wake. According to the National Weather Service, the March 10th and 11th storm produced six tornadoes across central Illinois, including two EF-1 tornadoes near Havana in Macon County and a brief EF-0 tornado north of Yale in Jasper County[4]

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2:43

Illinois 2026 Midterm Primaries: Early Voting Surges...

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2026/03/12

Illinois gears up for transformative 2026 midterm primaries just days away, with early voting surging twofold over past cycles, according to CBS News Chicago. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin and veteran House Democrats like Danny Davis and Jan Schakowsky are retiring after decades in office, reshaping the state's congressional clout as noted by former Mayor Lori Lightfoot and ex-GOP chair Pat Brady. Massive campaign funds flow in, including over $28 million raised by Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthy for Durbin's

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