Gov. J.B. Pritzker of Illinois has maintained his political organization, built a progressive record and is open about his ambitions. For now, he says, they don’t include the White House.
Tag: Illinois
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Lori Lightfoot Seeks a Second Term as Chicago Mayor
Elected in an upset four years ago, Lori Lightfoot is presiding over a bruised city, one wary in particular about crime.
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Fireball Maker Sued Over Bottles That Don’t Contain Whisky
An Illinois woman who wanted whisky, but got a cinnamon-and-whisky-flavored malt beverage instead, has sued the maker of Fireball for fraud.
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Illinois Passed a Sweeping Ban on High-Powered Guns. Now Come the Lawsuits.
Democrats say the new law, the most extensive firearm ban in the Midwest, will save lives, but gun rights supporters claim it is unconstitutional.
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A Town-by-Town Battle to Sell Americans on Renewable Energy
In the fight against climate change, national goals are facing local resistance. One county scheduled 19 nights of meetings to debate one wind farm.