Press Releases

Gov. Pritzker, Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Dedicate Illinois State Library Reading Room in Jim Edgar’s Name
Ceremony honors Jim Edgar, former Governor of Illinois
May 28, 2025

Gov. Pritzker Visits Local Businesses to Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Asian-owned Businesses in Uptown build community through food, art
May 20, 2025

Trump Administration Terminates Digital Equity Program
Termination will prevent many Illinoisans from accessing the internet effectively and participating in the modern economy
May 19, 2025

Gov. Pritzker Cuts Ribbon on New Enclosed Arena at Giant City Stables
$430,000 public-private investment funds facility that provides therapeutic riding services for youth, veterans, and people with disabilities
May 15, 2025

Gov. Pritzker Breaks Ground on Major Development in Southern Illinois
The first STAR Bond project will create jobs, attract investment, and draw visitors, revitalizing the region
May 15, 2025

Gov. Pritzker Awards Over $10 Million in Illinois Grocery Initiative Grants
New Stores and Equipment Upgrades Grants support grocery stores in food deserts and energy-efficient equipment upgrades
May 15, 2025

Gov. Pritzker Announces Electric Bus Company, Damera, to Open First U.S. Assembly Plant in Illinois
Company will invest $31.5 million and create 90 new jobs in Greater Peoria region
May 13, 2025

Illinois, Australia, United Kingdom Meet to Boost Collaboration Across Business and Technology Sectors
Australian Ambassador Rudd, UK Ambassador Mandelson, and Governor Pritzker promote innovation in quantum industries
May 13, 2025


Gov. Pritzker Secures Commitment from Federal Government to Proceed with the Brandon Road Interbasin Project
Since being sworn-in, Gov. Pritzker has made Illinois a leader in protecting the Great Lakes
May 9, 2025

Illinois State Parks and Historic Sites Attract Highest Number of Visitors in Over a Decade
More than 41 million visitors flocked to Illinois state parks, historic sites, representing the highest number of visitors in nearly 15 years
May 9, 2025