Prairie State Wire

Orland Park trustee urges transparency of true cost of pension contributions during budget negotiations

By Robert Hadley | Sep 6, 2019

Some pensions offer retirees a far sweeter pot upon retirement than the workers paid into while they were working—especially if you’re a government worker in the state of Illinois.

Pritzker condemns Kankakee County Democratic chairman's inflammatory social media post

By Robert Hadley | Jul 25, 2019

Kankakee County Democrats are keeping mum after Gov. J.B. Pritzker condemned a social media post comparing the red MAGA (Make America Great Again) hat worn by many supporters of President Donald Trump to a pointed Ku Klux Klan hat.

Manufacturing advocates, legislators push funding for career training as worker shortage looms

By Robert Hadley | Apr 3, 2019

While lawmakers and industry experts agree that legislation is needed to drive interest in Illinois manufacturing careers, the impact of the governor’s progressive-tax proposal on the state’s economy stands to threaten whatever forward momentum can be achieved.

Illinois Chamber urges Pritzker to keep campaign promise about workers' compensation reform

By Robert Hadley | Mar 28, 2019

After House and Senate Democrats sent SB 1596 to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk, the Illinois Chamber of Commerce is petitioning the governor to veto the Workers’ Compensation reform bill.

Ideas Illinois aims to educate voters ahead of Pritzker's progressive state income tax hike

By Robert Hadley | Feb 22, 2019

After Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s proposed temporary income tax hike, opponents are lining up to block what would be the state’s second income tax increase in two years.

Sen. Oberweis eyes 2020 run for U.S. House

By Robert Hadley | Feb 19, 2019

Although a clerical error indicated state Sen. Jim Oberweis would be running for the U.S. Senate in 2020, he instead has his sights on the 14th District U.S. House seat currently held by Democrat Lauren Underwood.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Morrison, Ives urge rebuilding GOP after Rauner confesses election apathy

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

A bombshell new report that soon-to-be ex-Gov. Bruce Rauner bailed out on his reelection campaign has some Republicans fuming.

Mendoza may be future Chicago mayor hopeful, but tonight she's state comptroller

By Robert Hadley | Nov 6, 2018

Democrat Susana Mendoza won re-election as state comptroller Tuesday night, taking 61 percent of the vote against her opponent, Darlene Senger, with 36 percent.

Rauner concedes governor's race to Pritzker

By Robert Hadley | Nov 6, 2018

Incumbent Gov. Bruce Rauner conceded defeat Tuesday night as Democrat J.B. Pritzker claimed the governorship of Illinois, capturing 59 percent of the vote to Rauner’s 35 percent.

From Metro East Sun

Rep. Katie Stuart sold out to Madigan, new ad for Dwight Kay says

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

A digital ad released Monday by the Liberty Principles PAC showcases how Republican state House candidate Dwight D. Kay is willing to fight House Speaker Michael Madigan to block a property tax hike.

Sanguinetti: lots of problems with Pritzker

By Robert Hadley | Oct 28, 2018

Lt. Gov. Evelyn Sanguinetti framed the upcoming gubernatorial battle as a referendum on taxes and corruption during an interview recently broadcast on radio station WMAY.

Suburban Democrats won't buck Illinois' statewide property tax hike proposal

By Robert Hadley | Oct 23, 2018

While Republicans have slammed a statewide property tax plan that could add thousands to Illinois homeowners’ property taxes, suburban Democrats have opted not to criticize the idea..

Ad describes State Rep. Moylan’s “Million Dollar Lie”

By Robert Hadley | Oct 16, 2018

Rep. Martin Moylan (D-Des Plaines) has lied to constituents about his political loyalties, according to a 30-second TV ad.

Illinois Democrats falsely attack character of suburban Republicans, ad claims

By Robert Hadley | Oct 16, 2018

A recent ad from Liberty Principles PAC alleges that Democrats funded by Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan have made a number of false accusations against their Republican challengers.

Illinois Chamber of Commerce endorses Erika Harold for attorney general

By Robert Hadley | Oct 11, 2018

Erika Harold, a Republican candidate for Illinois attorney general, was recently endorsed by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, marking the first time in nearly a century it has backed a candidate for that office.

Attorney claims questions remain about DBE program, reverse discrimination

By Robert Hadley | Oct 3, 2018

An Illinois anti-discrimination law causes reverse discrimination and creates millions in lost revenue, according to a recent lawsuit.

From Rockford Sun

After vandals target Winnebago County GOP headquarters, Cabello urges restraint

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

The Winnebago County Republican Party headquarters in Rockford, Illinois, sustained graffiti damage from vandals, according to a Twitter post.

Winchester's civil rights suit against Illinois GOP awaits judge's review

By Robert Hadley | Sep 30, 2018

A federal judge is considering whether to dismiss former Republican State Central Committee member Bob Winchester’s civil rights case against the Illinois Republican party.

Second Amendment group seeks plaintiffs to sue AG Madigan, DCFS

By Robert Hadley | Sep 27, 2018

The Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA) is looking for plaintiffs to join a proposed lawsuit against the state over gun restrictions on home-based daycare centers.

Althoff leaving Senate early; Wilcox likely to replace her

By Robert Hadley | Sep 12, 2018

State Sen. Pamela Althoff (R-McHenry) will be leaving office on Sept. 30.