Capitol Cast: Illinois

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

In the weeks following the death of Sonya Massey, many are still questioning how it happened. In this episode of Capitol Cast, we'll hear from CNI's Beth Hundsdorfer and Andrew Adams about the latest news, events and information uncovered during the ongoing investigation into now-former deputy Sean Grayson - who is accused of killing Massey.

In the span of one month, Americans have seen an assassination attempt on a former president, the first of two major party political conventions, and the incumbent president bowing out of his reelection campaign. CNI's Peter Hancock talks with Prof. E.J. Fagan with the University of Illinois Institute of Government and Public Affairs about the news, and its impact on the 2024 campaign.

The Capitol News Illinois team was on the ground in Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention. Reporters Hannah Meisel, Peter Hancock and Andrew Adams recap the week’s events and look ahead to next month’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

CNI Broadcast Director Jennifer Fuller wraps up the week's top stories from around Illinois.

Republicans gather in Milwaukee next week to nominate their choice for President ahead of the November election. In this episode of Capitol Cast, Peter Hancock talks with Richard Porter, a National Committeeman for the Republican National Committee.

A little more than a week into the new Illinois fiscal year, CNI Broadcast Director Jennifer Fuller talks with Center for Tax and Budget Accountability Executive Director Ralph Martire. The discussion includes a look at the high points, the low points, and what Martire and others are keeping an eye on for future budget negotiations.

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

In the weeks since the Illinois General Assembly finished its 2024 spring session, Gov. JB Pritzker has been touting his administration’s success. In this episode, hear from Pritzker as he talks about the FY 2025 budget, education and early childhood programs, economic development and more.

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

Just weeks before the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, the Illinois Republican Party Chair announced his resignation. In this week's episode of Capitol Cast, we'll take a look at Don Tracy's decision, what it means for the party, and how similar struggles for Democrats just a few years ago may also loom over their national convention in Chicago.

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

CNI Broadcast Director Jennifer Fuller speaks with Illinois Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Lou Sandoval. In this week's episode, Sandoval discusses his organization's reaction to the new FY 2025 Illinois budget, plans for the future and more.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

Capitol News Illinois Broadcast Director Jennifer Fuller recaps the week's news.

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.

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

Educators from about 50 local school districts convened a summit this week to share ideas and strategies for navigating the state's ongoing teacher shortage. One particular challenge many districts face is not just filling vacant positions, but building and maintaining a diverse teacher workforce that can connect with the state's increasingly diverse student body. CNI's Peter Hancock talks with Dr...

Capitol News Illinois Broadcast Director Jennifer Fuller recaps the week's news.