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An analysis of the week in Illinois politics and government from the NPR Illinois.comments@stateweek.orgSupport for State Week comes from:Pie OrgThe Illinois Education Association Visit Springfield

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A major piece of legislation made it through the Illinois House this week. But more changes are expected as the state tries to prevent the NFL team from building a new stadium in Indiana.

The decision comes nearly three years after their convictions on charges that involved what prosecutors called a bribery scheme involving ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan.

While there always complaints over property taxes, legislators have rarely tried to tackle the issue.

The centers are considered the backbone of the internet, providing processing power for technology like AI and cloud computing. But they are also controversial.

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Episode: State Week: Lawmakers consider a higher education funding change
Patrick Fingston
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Episode: State Week: A look at key primary races
Mike Miletich
Capital reporter for WAND TV in Central Illinois
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Episode: State Week: Lawmakers discuss potential changes to the SAFE-T Act
Maggie Doherty
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Episode: State Week: Illinois wants to hold ICE accountable
Beth Hunstorfer
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Sophie Sherry
Public Safety Reporter for the Chicago Sun Times
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Episode: State Week: Operation Midway Blitz appears to be winding down, for now
Hannah Maisel
Reporter with Capital News Illinois
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Episode: State Week: On the streets and in the courts

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Host of State Week; NPR Illinois; commentator on Illinois politics and governance

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Not great

    I live in Springfield, but this is a very liberal narrow view of politics, nothing more.

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    baker1984!
    United States3 years ago
  • “You Know”

    I love the insight and appreciate the show so much. If you are feeling adventurous, try a drinking game every time someone says “you know.”

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    4
    rachaelsinnen
    United States4 years ago
  • Concise and Thoughtful

    Due to the political climate and news deserts, I think gen z (me) doesn’t learn much about state and local politics. This podcast has helped me be more in tune to politics that affect me just as much as the national politics we tend to focus on so much. I love hearing Hannah’s and Charlie’s takes each week. Thank you for this podcast!

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    5
    Kd838
    United States5 years ago
  • Fantastic podcast

    Great nonpartisan coverage of Illinois politics.

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    5
    Chicagowonk
    United States6 years ago
  • Blatantly partisan.

    By the way. Corona virus has been in the United States since the first week of December and 93% of the American populace has been exposed to it within the first two months of 2020.

    There is no pandemic.

    Only people dying who would have died from any other major illness or health complications.

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    Chris Loiselle
    United States6 years ago

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Guest and host dynamics are often cited as thoughtful and informative, though some critics perceive strong partisan slant from certain episodes.
The show is praised for nonpartisan, straightforward coverage of Illinois politics and governance.

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State Week: Lawmakers consider a higher education funding change
Q: How might the new education funding proposal fare in the House and Senate, given potential opposition from the flagship U of I?
Opposition from the University of Illinois concerns about reduced share of new funds under the plan could complicate passage, especially if lawmakers insist on protections or alternative funding mechanisms; the bill might see amendments and a conference committee in the coming weeks.
State Week: Lawmakers consider a higher education funding change
Q: Peter, what are they doing in response to rising insurance-rate hikes and lax regulation?
They're moving a bill out of committee that would give the Illinois Insurance Department the authority to review and approve or deny rate increases and require 60 days' notice for hikes of 10% or more, though the industry opposes these changes.
State Week: JB Pritzker responds to Clinton testimony
Q: What actually took place there, and how does this affect Pritzker politically?
The hosts explain that the documented records contradict the notion of a direct Pritzker-Epstein connection, which reduces the credibility of the GOP narrative and frames it as a misperception in a high-profile national context.
State Week: JB Pritzker responds to Clinton testimony
Q: What exactly did Bill Clinton say, and what is known about the flights involving Clinton and the Pritzkers?
The panel clarifies that Clinton's testimony referenced flights that have dates that, upon investigation, show conflicting timelines; records indicate Epstein's flights and the Pritzkers' involvement are not as Clinton described, with evidence pointing to a specific trip in 2008 rather than the governor being on Epstein's plane.
State Week: New Illinois immigrant protection law likely to face a legal challenge
Q: Is there likely to be a legal challenge to this law?
Yes, given the objections from federal officials about its constitutionality and the expectations from Democrats in Springfield.

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What is State Week about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The program offers a weekly deep-dive into Illinois politics and government, blending panel discussion with reporting from journalists and political analysts. Core topics span budget debates, education and social services funding, immigration enforcement and civil rights, public safety, and state policy on healthcare, housing, and energy. Episodes frequently feature reactions to high‑profile developments (such as legislation like the SAFE-T Act, pension funding, or stadium financing) and include on‑the‑ground reporting from reporters across major Illinois outlets. A notable strength is its willingness to surface multiple perspectives, including investigative journalism, legislative analysis, and local constituency voices, which can help adv... more

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