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**State Week – Sean Crawford, Charles N. Wheeler III**

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

Latest Episodes:

State Week: Campaign season is underway Aug 14, 2026

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The Democratic and Republican nominees for governor appeared separately at the same event this week.

State Week: Speaker Welch responds Aug 07, 2026

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House Speaker Emanual "Chris" Welch spoke to several media outlets this week, saying he was sorry for his actions and issued an apology.

State Week: Who's in the race for Chicago mayor? Jul 31, 2026

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Several candidates are eyeing the position in the 2027 election.

State Week: The speaker faces fallout Jul 24, 2026

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Former Rep. Harry Benton (D-Plainfield) resigned this summer after sexual harassment allegations came to light. But the Illinois House Speaker, Emanuel "Chris" Welch, is facing criticism for how he handled the the situation.

State Week: Trump continues to raise election security concerns ahead of the midterms Jul 17, 2026

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The president again reiterated his allegations that elections are vulnerable to being stolen, but some see allegations as a bigger threat.

State Week: Ammons indicted, Benton resigns Jul 10, 2026

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A pair of Illinois House Democrats were in the spotlight this week for different reasons.

State Week: A new fiscal year brings new laws Jul 02, 2026

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On this episode, we discuss some of the new laws that took effect in Illinois.

State Week: A data center discussion Jun 26, 2026

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On this episode, we talk about the controversy surrounding data center development and efforts to enact guardrails at the state level. Lawmakers left Springfield pledging to work on legislation that could address concerns over power usage, utility costs and more.

State Week: Illinois tackles the intoxicating hemp industry Jun 18, 2026

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A new law puts rules on what had been an unregulated product.

State Week: Is the Chicago Bears' move to Indiana a done deal? Jun 12, 2026

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The team didn't get what it wanted from Illinois lawmakers. But that doesn't necessarily mean the issue won't be reworked and reconsidered.