Ben Szalinski
Ben joined CNI in November 2024 as a Statehouse reporter covering the General Assembly from Springfield and other events happening around state government. He previously covered Illinois government for The Daily Line following time in McHenry County with the Northwest Herald. Ben is also a graduate of the University of Illinois Springfield PAR program. He is a lifelong Illinois resident and is originally from Mundelein.
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Democrats have held all statewide offices since 2019 -
House, Senate districts centered near Barrington among election's most intense races -
Feds denied aid for August storms, ruling it ‘not warranted’ -
Governor will visit first primary state of South Carolina, fueling speculation he'll seek presidency -
State sought FEMA help after days of severe weather in August -
Energy, environmental advocates remain skeptical data centers will provide significant, lasting benefits -
Margaret Croke, Bryan Drew share different visions for office’s transparency, oversight -
Advisory group will explore new policies, ways to protect residents from harm -
Lawmakers could consider changes to the office after the latest scandal resulted in a state representative stepping down. -
Bailey, Pritzker both working the sidelines of midterm Republican convention for support, money
