AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPrison Oversight: Gov. JB Pritzker named Melissa Brandenburg as the new executive director of the Illinois Prisoner Review Board, replacing Jim Montgomery as the agency continues to face scrutiny after past controversies. Legal Accountability: The Illinois Supreme Court ruled Uber can’t force the widow of a Chicago expressway crash victim into arbitration, allowing her wrongful-death case to proceed in court. Public Safety & Courts: Illinois AG Kwame Raoul announced felony charges against 11 current and former Ford Heights officials and employees, alleging they misused municipal funds for casino trips and personal travel. Elections: As early voting begins, state and local officials pushed back on claims about election insecurity, urging residents to see how voting works firsthand. Chicago Housing: A City Council vote is set for dueling renters-protection proposals, with Ald. Gilbert Villegas moving forward despite calls for more talks. AI Governance: Pritzker signed an executive order creating an Illinois AI Cabinet to assess risks and advise on safeguards. Health Watch: Illinois reported measles cases rising to 16 in east-central counties, urging vaccination checks.
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