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Cornerstone Rebuild Illinois project strengthens regional mobility, improves connections to jobs and recreation, builds on transit successes

Gov. Pritzker Announces Completion of MetroLink Extension to MidAmerica St. Louis Airport

MASCOUTAH – Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined the Illinois Department of Transportation and state, local, and community leaders to commemorate the completion of the new MetroLink extension to MidAmerica St. Louis Airport in Mascoutah. A cornerstone project of the historic Rebuild Illinois capital program, the $192 million ($127M in state funding; $65M in local funding) infrastructure package is one of the most significant transportation investments for the region in decades. The 5.2-mile extension and road and bike trail improvements expand transportation options, strengthen regional mobility, and improve connections to jobs and recreation throughout the Metro East.

Hollywood River Studios will bring jobs to the Metro East region as Illinois continues breakout role in the film and television production industry

Gov. Pritzker Breaks Ground on Hollywood River Studios in Wood River

WOOD RIVER – Today, Governor JB Pritzker joined the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) to break ground on Hollywood River Studios, Metro East’s new premier production facility. Bolstered by its Film Production Tax Credit and other programs, Illinois is growing its reputation as a top destination for film productions with world-class facilities across the state. Illinois’ film industry continues to grow at a record pace, with film production expenditures reaching a record-breaking high of $703 million in 2025, supporting an estimated 18,000 in industry hires.

What: Governor Pritzker will deliver remarks at a United Airlines Sustainable Aviation Fuel event.

Daily Public Schedule: Monday, October 5, 2026

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Sunday, October 4, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule: Sunday, October 4, 2026

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule: Saturday, October 3, 2026

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Friday, October 2, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule: Friday, October 2, 2026

"The Governor's Office has remained in conversation with the Bears about their plans in Illinois throughout the summer.

Statement from the Governor's Office

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Thursday, October 1, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule: Thursday, October 1, 2026

Governor Pritzker writes in The Contrarian calls for federal leaders to act with urgency, build on Illinois’ nation-leading AI measures, and pursue international cooperation on AI safety 

Gov. Pritzker Calls for Urgent AI Safety Action in New Op-Ed 

CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker warned that the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) requires the same seriousness, cooperation, and foresight that American leaders demonstrated when confronting the dangers of nuclear proliferation. In a new op-ed for The Contrarian, Governor Pritzker urges Congress and the Trump Administration to establish meaningful national safeguards and prevent increasingly advanced AI systems from harming people. The op-ed follows an executive order Governor Pritzker signed last week to establish the Illinois AI Cabinet.

Beginning October 1, eligible families can apply for help on their energy bills through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Gov. Pritzker Reminds Illinoisans to Apply for Energy Bill Assistance 

CHICAGO – With Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, Governor JB Pritzker is reminding eligible families to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to support households with utility costs. Applications open on October 1, 2026, and Illinois has $240 million available to support families. Last program year, Illinois supported 360,500 households, with an average of $676 per household.