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Pritzker further undermines Chicago police, fire pensions

Pritzker further undermines Chicago police, fire pensions

Gov. J.B. Pritzker had a chance to stop a bill putting taxpayers on the hook for $11.1 billion in inflated pension benefits for Chicago police and firefighters. He blew it. Taxpayers will be paying the price for decades.

By Jerry Barmore

Over half of Illinoisans unhappy with Pritzker

Over half of Illinoisans unhappy with Pritzker

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is on the wrong side of public opinion, with new polling showing most voters view him unfavorably. They cited high taxes as their top concern. The poll should concern Pritzker as he eyes a third term and a White House run.

By Dylan Sharkey

Suburban Chicago house tax plan would choke lagging growth

Suburban Chicago house tax plan would choke lagging growth

The Illinois Senate attempted to pass a “rescue package” for Chicago area mass transit that would punish suburban homeowners with a new real estate transfer tax. State leaders must instead focus on reforms to boost housing and economic growth.

By LyLena Estabine