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Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule: Saturday, October 24, 2026

Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointment in his administration

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Brian Richardson will continue to serve as a Member of the Illinois Torture Inquiry and Relief Commission.* Richardson currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of StartOut, a national nonprofit organization where he leads a dynamic platform for LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs and innovators. In addition to his role at StartOut, Richardson also serves as Adjunct Professor with Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. Previously, Richardson served as Lamda Legal’s Midwest Regional Director, advocating for LGBTQ+ people and those living with HIV. Earlier in his career, Richardson served as Deputy Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health. Richardson earned his Bachelor of Arts in Geography from University of Chicago and his Master of Business Administration from University of California Berkley.

Overall enrollment increased for the third consecutive year despite demographic change forecasts

Gov. Pritzker Announces Illinois Public Universities Achieved Highest Enrollment Level in Over a Decade

CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) announced that enrollment at public universities in Illinois reached the highest level since 2015, with more than 190,000 students enrolled during the fall semester of the 2026-27 academic year. Total enrollment at Illinois public universities increased for the third consecutive year and is the highest in 11 years according to IBHE’s annual First Look Fall Enrollment report.

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Friday, October 23, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule: Friday, October 23, 2026

Announcement represents largest single Illinois job creation commitment for manufacturing in recent history

Gov. Pritzker Announces Hyundai Translead to Create 3,750 New Jobs in Will County

JOLIET – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced that Hyundai Translead is expanding its planned investment in Will County – creating a total of 3,750 new full-time jobs and investing $600 million. Since announcing its decision to establish an Illinois manufacturing presence in March 2026, Hyundai Translead has decided to add a third shift in order to meet growing demand. To support the project and provide opportunities for Illinoisans to train in advanced manufacturing, the State is also investing in a new Manufacturing Training Academy (MTA) at Joliet Junior College (JJC).

What: Governor Pritzker will make a business announcement in Joliet.

Daily Public Schedule: Thursday, October 22, 2026

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026.

Daily Public Schedule: Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Twenty-four schools were recognized for exemplary academic achievement; state program models prestigious federal Blue Ribbon program canceled by the Trump Administration  

Gov. Pritzker Announces 2026 Governor's Blue Ribbon Schools  

ELMWOOD PARK – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) today announced 24 schools recognized as 2026 Governor's Blue Ribbon Schools during a recognition ceremony at John Mills Elementary School in Elmwood Park. Now in its second year, the program celebrates schools that demonstrate educational excellence through high academic achievement or significant progress in closing achievement gaps.

What: Governor Pritzker will announce the 2026 Governor’s Blue Ribbon Award winners and celebrate academic excellence in Illinois schools.

Daily Public Schedule:  Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Governor Pritzker has no public events scheduled for Monday, October 19, 2026.