Press Releases
Gov. Pritzker Announces $1.8 Million in Grant Funds for Local Food Infrastructure Across Illinois
LFIG grant program bolsters food access and supports farmers and organizations that feed Illinoisans
October 8, 2026
Gov. Pritzker & Bipartisan Governors Formalize Collective to Hold PJM Accountable
Illinois hosted the second annual Governors’ Summit on the State of PJM where governors unanimously signed an MOU to formalize collective efforts to lower energy costs
October 8, 2026
Gov. Pritzker Announces Grain Storage Loan Program to Support Illinois Farmers
Illinois Finance Authority (IFA) pilot loan program will make financing more affordable and give farmers greater flexibility to manage and market their grain harvest
October 7, 2026
Gov. Pritzker Announces $55 Million Viakable Manufacturing Expansion in La Salle
Following the Governor’s trade mission to Mexico, company will create 50 new jobs while bringing more electrical cable production to Illinois
October 7, 2026
Gov. Pritzker Implements Emergency Support for Illinois Farmers Affected by Rising Fuel Costs
Disaster Proclamation and Executive Order provide relief on diesel fuel costs to mitigate impacts of Trump Administration’s war in Iran and harmful economic policies
October 6, 2026
Gov. Pritzker Announces 2026 State Fairs’ Attendance Tops 1 Million for Second Consecutive Year
Illinois State Fairs are ranked among the most affordable in the Midwest
October 6, 2026
Gov. Pritzker Announces Completion of MetroLink Extension to MidAmerica St. Louis Airport
Cornerstone Rebuild Illinois project strengthens regional mobility, improves connections to jobs and recreation, builds on transit successes
October 5, 2026
Gov. Pritzker Breaks Ground on Hollywood River Studios in Wood River
Hollywood River Studios will bring jobs to the Metro East region as Illinois continues breakout role in the film and television production industry
October 5, 2026
Gov. Pritzker Calls for Urgent AI Safety Action in New Op-Ed
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
September 30, 2026
Gov. Pritzker Reminds Illinoisans to Apply for Energy Bill Assistance
Beginning October 1, eligible families can apply for help on their energy bills through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
September 30, 2026
Gov. Pritzker Awards $4.6 Million to Boost Tourism Across Illinois
49 grants will promote Route 66 during its centennial, reach international travelers and market destinations across the state
September 28, 2026