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Obama endorses JB Pritzker for Illinois governor
The race for governor just got a new dose of presidential politics -- This time it's former President Barack Obama weighing in asking people to vote for JB Pritzker.
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Democrats talk about 'Blue Wave' at state fair day
Illinois ramps up penalties for texting while driving
Joe Biden cancels appearance at Illinois State Fair due to illness
Rauner lashes out at rival Sam McCann as election nears
Candidates for governor pumping millions into other races
Rauner will not send National Guard to Chicago to help end violence
Renovations of Illinois governor's mansion complete
Get a sneak peek at the newly-renovated governor's mansion
Rauner stirs controversy with conservative base over same-sex wedding
Judge hears arguments in lawsuit by former Madigan campaign aide alleging retaliation
Republicans challenge Democrats to call for Madigan's resignation over MeToo fallout.
Sexual harassment scandals cost Madigan some control of state Democratic party
Group pushes for state of Illinois to secede from Chicago
Gov. Rauner signs Illinois budget, can now focus on reelection efforts
Patti Blagojevich hopeful after Trump comments on commuting sentence
Illinois House passes budget
Illinois Senate passes budget plan, sends bill to House
Dixon police officer who prevented school shooting honored
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