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State Week
An analysis of the week in Illinois politics and government from the NPR Illinois.comments@stateweek.orgSupport for State Week comes from:Pie OrgThe Illinois Education Association Visit Springfield
Latest Episodes
State Week: Illinois tackles the intoxicating hemp industry
Jun 18, 2026
A new law puts rules on what had been an unregulated product.
State Week: Is the Chicago Bears' move to Indiana a done deal?
Jun 12, 2026
The team didn't get what it wanted from Illinois lawmakers. But that doesn't necessarily mean the issue won't be reworked and reconsidered.
State Week: A session wrap-up
Jun 5, 2026
Illinois lawmakers passed a budget and a flurry of other legislation in the final session days. But the Chicago Bears request for help with a new stadium was left on the table.
State Week: The final hours
May 29, 2026
The Illinois General Assembly is scheduled to end its spring session Sunday. But there are a lot of issues left to consider.
State Week: Legislation moves forward as the session winds down
May 22, 2026
With about a week left before adjournment, legislation is advancing at the Illinois statehouse.
State Week: Plenty of issues on the table
May 15, 2026
The legislature is scheduled to adjourn the spring session at the end of May.
State Week: A status check on Illinois budget talks
May 8, 2026
Lawmakers are scheduled to wrap up their session by May 31.
State Week: Illinois seeks to hold ICE accountable
May 1, 2026
The Illinois Accountability Commission issued its final report into Operation Midway Blitz.
State Week: Illinois' gameplan for keeping the Chicago Bears
Apr 24, 2026
A major piece of legislation made it through the Illinois House this week. But more changes are expected as the state tries to prevent the NFL team from building a new stadium in Indiana.
State Week: Court orders release and new trials for two of the ComEd 4
Apr 17, 2026
The decision comes nearly three years after their convictions on charges that involved what prosecutors called a bribery scheme involving ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan.