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2024 LCV National Environmental Scorecard
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IL CAFOs on rise as industry remains underregulated
Illinois is known for having some of the weakest environmental laws for concentrated animal feeding operations, with a lack of oversight and public transparency for the
Analysis: Governor’s FY2026 Budget Address
Gov. JB Pritzker unveiled his 2026 budget proposal. Check it out to see how and which environmental priorities will be funded next year.
Building Power to Confront Illinois’ Factory Farms
Chad Wallace tells the tale of how he met the farmer who inspired our investigation into Illinois’ factory farms.
City Club of Chicago: Navigating Change: The Local Impact of President Trump’s Early Days in Office
Join us for a panel discussion that will explore the impact of President Trump’s executive orders on key areas including LGBTQ+ rights, immigration, and environmental
What’s next for electric vehicles as Pritzker, Trump move in opposite directions on EV policy?
Illinois is offering buyers an incentive of $4,000 per vehicle. But at the federal level, the Trump administration is not a fan of EVs. GUESTS: Karen
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2024 LCV National Environmental Scorecard
See how the members of Congress voted on top federal environmental issues — from our national partners at LCV.
IL CAFOs on rise as industry remains underregulated
Illinois is known for having some of the weakest environmental laws for concentrated animal feeding operations, with a lack of oversight and public transparency for the
Analysis: Governor’s FY2026 Budget Address
Gov. JB Pritzker unveiled his 2026 budget proposal. Check it out to see how and which environmental priorities will be funded next year.
Building Power to Confront Illinois’ Factory Farms
Chad Wallace tells the tale of how he met the farmer who inspired our investigation into Illinois’ factory farms.
City Club of Chicago: Navigating Change: The Local Impact of President Trump’s Early Days in Office
Join us for a panel discussion that will explore the impact of President Trump’s executive orders on key areas including LGBTQ+ rights, immigration, and environmental
What’s next for electric vehicles as Pritzker, Trump move in opposite directions on EV policy?
Illinois is offering buyers an incentive of $4,000 per vehicle. But at the federal level, the Trump administration is not a fan of EVs. GUESTS: Karen