• Woodstock's most trusted news source since '87
  • Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Trust the Torch!

Subscribe
Main Menu

Critics of governor’s budget proposal: Disappointed, insulted, deeply concerned; but comptroller praises ‘targeted approach’ as revenue proposals draw ire of GOP, interest groups

Text to friend
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza – the state’s chief financial officer – is swarmed by reporters for her reaction to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s proposed budget moments after leaving the House of Representatives chambers. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)

By ALEX ABBEDUTO, COLE LONGCOR  and JERRY NOWICKICapitol News Illinoisnews@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – The annual process of negotiating the state budget kicked off Wednesday with Gov. J.B. Pritzker proposing a $52.7 […]

Subscribe or Login to continue reading this quality article by The Woodstock Independent

Read everything we have to offer for just $6 per month

Subscribe
Login
Picture of Woodstock Independent

Woodstock Independent

All Posts
Picture of Woodstock Independent

Woodstock Independent

All Posts

Share

Keep Exploring

High school Interact clubs fundraiser

By Janet Dovidio news@thewoodstockindependent.com The Rotary Club of Woodstock sponsors Interact Clubs at Woodstock and Woodstock North High Sch…
October 7, 2026

Turning Point to host candlelight vigil

By Jennifer Zittnan news@thewoodstockindependent.com At 6 p.m. on Oct. 15, Turning Point will host their annual candlelight vigil in the Woodsto…
October 6, 2026

Subscriber Access

Login

Need an account? 

What can we help you find?

Search

Popular Topics