In this episode, hear our new program Illinois Lawmakers. The show enters its 39th season in partnership with Capitol News Illinois.

With just a few weeks left before their scheduled adjournment, leaders in the Illinois House and Senate have begun budget negotiation in earnest. But without their support for Gov. JB Pritzker’s proposed spending plan, some state agencies may be looking at cuts.

Capitol Cast: Illinois Lawmakers Launch

A scheduled May 24th adjournment looms over Illinois lawmakers, as they work to pass legislation and approve a budget with less than ten days to go. While a fiscal plan may be the biggest issue left to address, several others are rising to the top of the list.

Illinois Lawmakers: Issues on the table with days remaining

CNI Broadcast Director Jennifer Fuller recaps the week's news.

Capitol News Roundup: May 18, 2024

With just hours left before a scheduled May 24th adjournment, Illinois lawmakers are working to complete a budget package, as well as put the finishing touches on legislation they want to send to Gov. JB Pritzker this spring. From Insurance reform to education, public safety and more, numerous issues remain on the table for negotiation.

Illinois Lawmakers: Wrapping up the work as the clock ticks down

The Illinois House and Senate closed out their spring session after their scheduled adjournment date, but in plenty of time to avoid an overtime session. Still, there were plenty of late nights and drama to accompany the final days of work.

Illinois Lawmakers: Leaders reflect on budget, session

CNI Broadcast Director Jennifer Fuller recaps the week's news from around Illinois.

Capitol News Roundup: May 31, 2024

While Illinois’ dual emergence of periodical cicada broods is harmless to people and animals, young trees may sustain serious damage if not protected by mid-June, experts at the Morton Arboretum said.

Capitol Cast: Cicadas emerge across Illinois, and you can help study them

CNI Broadcast Director Jennifer Fuller reports the week's news from around Illinois.

Capitol News Roundup: June 8, 2024

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