Illinois, J. B. Pritzker

Illinois Governor Bans State From Hiring J6 Rioters
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, a Democrat, has banned the state from hiring individuals convicted of crimes during the January 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol building. A spokesperson for Pritzker declined to comment when reached out to by Newsweek.
JB Pritzker bans Jan. 6 participants from serving in Illinois government
Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D-IL) is barring anyone who participated in the deadly Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol from working state jobs in Illinois. While President Donald Trump has wiped those who participated in the riot’s criminal convictions clean in sweeping pardons he signed on his first day in office,
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker blocks Jan. 6 rioters from state jobs after Trump pardons
Gov. JB Pritzker is blocking those who took part in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol from working in state jobs, ignoring President Donald Trump's attempt
Illinois Gov. Bars Pardoned Jan. 6 Rioters From State Jobs
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has directed his state’s hiring authority to prohibit the employment of anyone who participated in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack at the U.S. Capitol, saying their “infamous and disgraceful conduct” violates the state’s personnel code.
Pritzker says Illinois won’t hire Jan. 6 rioters
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has blocked anyone who took part in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol from working in state government, a move that looks to undermine President Donald Trump doling out hundreds of pardons at the start of his term.
David Greising: Conflict between Donald Trump and Illinois will test state’s rights vs. federalism
Illinois’ Gov. JB Pritzker can lead in an effort to develop state responses to counteract or disrupt Donald Trump.
Fossil fuels are making a comeback. Can climate goals get back on track in Illinois?
Springfield lawmakers will hash out a plan to move solar and wind projects forward after sluggish growth for clean power in ...
Chicago casino project accused in lawsuit of not allowing White men to invest: 'Blatantly discriminatory'
A new Chicago casino set to open in 2026 has guaranteed 25% ownership to women and minority investors, prompting a lawsuit.
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What you need to know about whether Chicago Teachers Union will strike in April
The Chicago Teachers Union and Chicago Public Schools entered the “fact finding” phase of negotiations in January 2025.
Slow hospital transfers are costing lives in Illinois, study finds
A new study from a Northwestern trauma surgeon found that up to 34% of critically injured patients who show up at a hospital ...
Irish immigrant living in Illinois faces growing fear amid nationwide federal immigration raids
Recent deportation efforts across the country have sparked fear among immigrant communities, including those in Illinois.
Illinois state flag has fans, and could keep flying after design contest
Votes are being tallied in the Illinois flag contest, but the current flag has its fans and lawmakers could decide to keep it ...
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Illinois man arrested after barricading himself in home, injuring animal
South Elgin police arrested a man early Thursday morning after he allegedly broke into a home, harmed an animal, and ...
Voting opens to choose Illinois state flag redesign, including option to just keep the current one
The original call for artists, or otherwise, to submit their suggested designs saw more than 5,000 entries pour in with the ...
Real ID appointments filling up ‘fast.' Tip to know if you want to secure your spot
Real ID appointments are filling up "super fast," officials with the Illinois Secretary of State's office said, and with the deadline fast approaching, the number of people looking to book is growing.