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JB Pritzker signed another 75 bills into law Friday, bringing his total to more than 350 signed in 2026 and leaving him with about 20 left to consider.

House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch says he’s sorry for his actions that a former House staff member said made her feel uncomfortable.

Dozens, including union leaders and state and local lawmakers, rally in support of workers at the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Anna.

Caterpillar is making a $10 million workforce development pledge to boost manufacturing careers in Illinois, as part of a broader five-year, $100 million “Building the Future Workforce Initiative” global commitment the company launched in 2025.

Illinois will offer a sales tax reduction on school supplies from Aug. 7-16.

JB Pritzker signed 87 laws on Friday including new laws regarding jury pay, human trafficking and mental health treatment.

A federal judge in Springfield says the Illinois State Board of Elections is not required to hand over the state’s complete voter registration database, including sensitive personal information, to the Department of Justice.

Illinois election officials said in a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice that they are complying with all federal requirements to maintain accurate and up-to-date voter registration rolls.

JB Pritzker signed a bill last week that officially recognizes gambling addiction under the state’s Substance Use Disorder Act, expanding options for treatment.

Gov. JB Pritzker signed 78 bills last week, including one designating July 25 as Emmett Till Day in Illinois.