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Illinois House rolls out revised Bears megaprojects bill with PILOT relief
politics1 month ago

Illinois House rolls out revised Bears megaprojects bill with PILOT relief

The Illinois House unveiled a broader version of the Bears megaprojects bill, proposing that developers negotiate payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) with local taxing bodies. Under the plan, 50% of PILOT receipts would go to property tax relief (60% as homeowner rebates and 40% to a state relief fund), with a five-year sunset and a prohibition on using PILOTs for data centers. The bill also includes expanded rail-yard redevelopment incentives and requires impact reports every five years. Senate review and Gov. Pritzker’s approval are still pending, with a House vote possible this week as lawmakers weigh the plan against concerns about tax shifts and long-term local revenue.

via Capitol News Illinois|
#chicago-bears#illinois-politics#megaprojects-bill
Illinois Bears Stadium Vote Nears a Key Step Toward Arlington Heights Plan
sports1 month ago

Illinois Bears Stadium Vote Nears a Key Step Toward Arlington Heights Plan

Illinois lawmakers could move the Bears’ stadium plan forward with a vote on a PILOT deal that would freeze property‑tax assessments at the Arlington Park site, potentially paving the way for a new Bears stadium in Arlington Heights (or a nearby location) while balancing Chicago interests around Soldier Field; a vote could come as soon as Wednesday, signaling progress toward a final decision, though many details remain unresolved.

via Bleacher Nation|
#arlington-heights#bears-stadium#chicago-bears
politics2 months ago

CBC Chair Keeps Tone Reserved After Stratton Senate Primary Victory

The chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, Rep. Yvette Clarke, offered a curt congratulations to Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton after Stratton defeated Rep. Robin Kelly in the Democratic Senate primary, highlighting the party split over Gov. JB Pritzker's backing; Stratton advances to face Don Tracy in November and could become the second Black woman elected to Illinois' Senate.

via Politico|
#congressional-black-caucus#democrats#illinois-politics
Illinois Senate race spotlight turns on Krishnamoorthi’s fundraising engine
politics2 months ago

Illinois Senate race spotlight turns on Krishnamoorthi’s fundraising engine

U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi has emerged as the dominant fundraiser in Illinois’ Senate race, amassing about $30.5 million since 2025 and drawing scrutiny over donor sources—including ties to Palantir executives and Hindu-nationalist-linked contributors—while outside PAC money and support shift the race’s dynamics ahead of the March primary; former staffers describe a grueling fundraising culture, even as Krishnamoorthi emphasizes broad, diverse support and insists he will represent all Illinoisans.

via Chicago Tribune|
#campaign-finance#fundraising#illinois-politics
Illinois braces for cross-border Bears stadium bid as Indiana advances
politics3 months ago

Illinois braces for cross-border Bears stadium bid as Indiana advances

Illinois lawmakers say there’s no deal yet as the Chicago Bears weigh a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana, where Indiana is moving forward with a bill to finance the project via bonds supported by an admission tax and an entertainment district. The Bears would invest about $2 billion, Indiana would contribute over $1 billion, and the stadium would be owned by a state authority. Governor Pritzker says progress is being made on an Illinois framework, but lawmakers warn the Illinois bill isn’t dead and tweaks may be needed. Indiana’s bill is expected to pass soon, while Illinois considers its own path; construction could start this year if a deal materializes. The proposed site near Wolf Lake sits roughly 20 miles from downtown Chicago and would require environmental and NFL approvals, keeping the plan in flux.

via Axios|
#arlington-heights#chicago-bears#illinois-politics
Illinois inches toward Bears stadium deal in Arlington Heights
local3 months ago

Illinois inches toward Bears stadium deal in Arlington Heights

Illinois lawmakers, Gov. Pritzker’s office, Arlington Heights officials and the Chicago Bears are nearing a deal to keep the team in Illinois by pursuing a stadium in Arlington Heights, potentially funded for infrastructure and aided by a “mega projects” framework to negotiate property taxes, while ensuring taxpayer protections and fan affordability; Indiana meanwhile has floated a competing stadium offer.

via cbsnews.com|
#arlington-heights#bears-stadium#illinois-politics
Bears Near Illinois Stadium Deal Amid Arlington Heights Push
sports3 months ago

Bears Near Illinois Stadium Deal Amid Arlington Heights Push

Illinois lawmakers and the Bears are reportedly close to a deal to keep the team in Illinois at Arlington Heights, tying public infrastructure funding to a PILOT property-tax arrangement while Indiana’s rapid push to land a stadium accelerates Illinois talks. Lawmakers are weighing public funding against ticket affordability as Indiana’s deadline looms, with Rep. Kam Buckner opposing funding but saying talks are ongoing to reach a deal.

via Windy City Gridiron|
#arlington-heights#bears#illinois-politics
Michael Madigan Sentenced to 7.5 Years for Corruption
world11 months ago

Michael Madigan Sentenced to 7.5 Years for Corruption

Michael Madigan, a long-time Illinois politician known as 'Mr. Speaker,' was sentenced to 7.5 years in prison and fined $2.5 million for corruption, after lying on the witness stand during his trial. Despite his efforts to maintain his innocence, the judge found his testimony untruthful, leading to a significant sentence for his role in a bribery scheme involving utility company ComEd. Madigan's case highlights ongoing issues of political corruption in Illinois.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#corruption#federal-court#illinois-politics