News and Updates from Democrats for the Illinois House

Darren Bailey, a Trump-backed Republican, during his unsuccessful run for governor of Illinois last year. He was among the GOP candidates whose teams used a password-protected portal called Lumen to request coverage in a local news network. (Kate Munsch/Reuters)

Inside a Private Portal from GOP Campaigns to Local News Sites

May 1, 2023

The top Republican campaigns in Illinois used a private online portal last year to request stories and shape coverage in a network of media outlets…

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Chicago Tribune reporter Rick Pearson, center, speaks with House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch, right, and House Republican Leader Tony McCombie on April 27, 2023, in Springfield. (Stacey Wescott / Chicago Tribune)

Illinois House Speaker Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch Doesn’t Rule Out Putting Abortion Rights on 2024 Ballot

April 30, 2023

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch on Wednesday vowed there wouldn’t be another attempt to ask voters to approve a graduated-rate income tax,…

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South Suburban News recently recognized Rep. Anthony DeLuca for his work to in the Legislature to increase government accountability and support local business development.

Rep. Anthony DeLuca Named One of South Suburban News’ Men of Excellence

April 28, 2023

State Representative Anthony DeLuca, Chairman of the House Cities & Villages Committee, is a strong voice for constituents living in the 80th District. DeLuca continues…

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Kevin Romero, left, and his husband, Philip Maziarz, hold their dogs Parker and Wickett outside the home they're renovating in Uptown on April 15, 2023, in Chicago. (Shanna Madison / Chicago Tribune)

LGBTQ Residents Moving to Illinois from States with Conservative Agendas: ‘I don’t want to be ashamed of where I live’

April 26, 2023

Mark Niehaus-Rincon, 67, has lived in Omaha, Nebraska, for 12 years but says “life is too short” to stay there. He and his husband, Alex,…

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Sen. Elgie Simms Jr., D-Chicago, center, speaks during the Survivors Speaker Illinois rally in the state Capitol rotunda Thursday, April 20, 2023. Thomas J. Turney/State Journal-Register

Crime Victims Call for Expanded Protections, Rights at Capitol Rally

April 23, 2023

Anti-criminal violence advocates rallied in the state Capitol on Thursday, pushing a slate of bills they say will better serve survivors and victims in Illinois.…

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Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson (at microphones) speaks with reporters after addressing the Illinois General Assembly in Springfield on Wednesday as Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch (forefront, second from left), state Senate President Don Harmon (behind Johnson) and other legislators applaud.Tina Sfondeles/Sun-Times

Mayor-Elect Johnson Pitches Unity to State Legislators in Springfield: ‘Our challenges are not that unique’

April 20, 2023

SPRINGFIELD — Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson on Wednesday told Illinois legislators Chicago has its needs — including funding for public schools, mental health clinics and public…

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Allyson Nogaj leads the “Fascist Judges: Keep Your Hands Off Abortion Medication” nationwide protest along the streets of downtown Chicago on April 15, 2023. (Shanna Madison / Chicago Tribune)

‘This is a wake-up call,’ Chicago Loop Protestors Rally Against Abortion Rights Restrictions, Mifepristone Ruling

April 18, 2023

Demonstrators rallied through downtown Chicago’s Loop Saturday afternoon to protest the wave of restrictions to abortion access emerging across the country. Thousands of passersby turned…

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Chicago politicians promise spectacular 2024 DNC

Chicago Politicians Promise Spectacular 2024 DNC

April 14, 2023

CHICAGO — With Chicago’s skyline glistening in the background, local Democrats took a victory lap Wednesday after landing the 2024 Democratic National Convention. The campaign…

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Avg. Share of Board Members Women Graph

Illinois’ 2022 Corporate Board Diversity Report Shows Major Gains for Women

April 13, 2023

In 2019, legislation sponsored by House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch aimed at increasing the diversity of our corporate boards was signed into law. Today, Denominator…

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a man holding two jerseys with the number 24

What Midwestern Leaders Are Saying About The Chicago 2024 DNC

April 13, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Thursday, April 13, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] Chicago — Following the announcement that Chicago will be the host city for the 2024 Democratic National Convention,…

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