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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Pritzker says he’s open to special session as he takes calls from Bears -
Illinois lawmakers passed a budget and a flurry of other legislation in the final session days. But the Chicago Bears request for help with a new stadium was left on the table. -
Bills likely to be discussed throughout the summer for possible revival in veto session -
Arlington Heights mayor disappointed by Springfield’s inaction -
Senate approves bill aimed at addressing concerns, but House punts the issue -
Speed limits and age restrictions part of new limits -
Bill seeks to ban pistols with certain designs that can be modified into automatic weapons -
Bill filed after Taylorville student was assaulted on bus -
Lawmakers are scheduled to wrap up their session by May 31.
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Final revenue report before deadline shows projections on track
