Illinois State of the State

Wal-Mart claims that 11 percent of the produce in its stores now comes from local farms.

Metro East lawmakers praise initiative to open independent grocers in food deserts

Will Bauer

As part of his $49.6 billion budget proposal, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker earmarked $20 million toward helping independent grocers open in food deserts across the state.

Jordyn Rubin, an educator at the Vivian D. Adams Early Childhood Center, goes over counting next to student Sophie, left, as Gov. JB Pritzker, Principal Melanie Hood, and Lt. Gov. Julianna Stratton cheer on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, at the school n East St. Louis.

Government, Politics & Issues

Pritzker pitches $433 million early-childhood education plan in East St. Louis

Mike Koziatek

Smart Start Illinois is the name of the early childhood education program that was announced Wednesday as part of the $49.6 billion budget proposed by Pritzker.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker applauds while giving his annual state of the state speech and budget address

Government, Politics & Issues

Pritzker pledges more money for education and child care in his budget address

Dave McKinney

In his annual budget address, the Illinois governor cautioned against "a virulent strain of nationalism plaguing our nation."

Ill. Gov. Pat Quinn, pictured here at his inauguration ceremony on Jan. 10, 2011.

Government, Politics & Issues

Ill. Gov. Pat Quinn Delivers 2013 'State Of The State' Address

You'll also be able to hear the address in its entirety with analysis tonight on St. Louis Public Radio at 90.7 FM or online, beginning at 7 p.m. Join…

Illinois State of the State Address: 2012

You'll also be able to hear the address in its entirety with analysis tonight on St. Louis Public Radio at 90.7 FM or online, beginning at 7 p.m. Join us!…

Quinn: State of State will focus on jobs

Gov. Pat Quinn says his State of the State address will include a proposal for tax relief for Illinois families.The Democrat gives his speech Wednesday in…