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May 31 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Chicago protests: City roads closed, CTA service suspended to ensure safety, peaceful protests; Illinois National Guard called in Gov. Pritzker asks for Illinois National Guard’s assistance – Michelle Gallardo
https://abc7chicago.com/traffic/watch-live-il-national-guard-activated-chicago-closes-roads/6222959/
— Chicago protests: City announces new temporary road closures, CTA suspension in Loop to ensure safety, peaceful protests; Illinois National Guard called in Gov. Pritzker asks for Illinois National Guard’s assistance
https://abc7chicago.com/traffic/chicago-announces-road-closures-cta-suspension-in-loop/6222959/
— George Floyd death: Chicago Downtown, River North businesses begin cleanup after day of rallies turns violent; at least 4 shot, 1 killed Mayor Lightfoot institutes citywide curfew – Michelle Gallardo, Will Jones and Jesse Kirsch
https://abc7chicago.com/chicago-businesses-begin-cleanup-after-day-of-protests/6222518/
— Chicago George Floyd protests: Businesses board up after day of rallies turns violent; at least 6 shot, 1 killed Chicago protesters rally outside Mayor Lightfoot’s Logan Square home – Michelle Gallardo, Will Jones, Cate Cauguiran and Jesse Kirsch
https://abc7chicago.com/chicago-businesses-board-up-on-3rd-straight-day-of-protests/6222518/
— Illinois must act now to ensure safe, fair November election, BGA says Vote by mail system should be strengthened – BGA
https://abc7chicago.com/politics/illinois-must-act-now-to-ensure-safe-fair-nov-election-bga/6221388/

NBC5
— Chicago Looting and Protests: Suburbs on Alert, CTA to Suspend All Service Sunday Evening
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-looting-and-protests-the-latest-updates-as-the-city-begins-to-clean-up/2280980/
— Police Warn Shoppers to Avoid Some Suburban Malls, Multiple Shopping Centers Closed Disruptions were reported at or near multiple suburban shopping centers
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/police-warn-shoppers-to-avoid-some-suburban-malls-multiple-shopping-centers-closed/2281265/
— Several South Suburbs Implement Curfews Amid Reports of Looting and Unrest
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/several-south-suburbs-implement-curfews-amid-reports-of-looting-and-unrest/2281340/
— Kankakee County Officials Issue ‘Precautionary Stay-at-Home’ Advisory Amid Unconfirmed Looting Reports
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/kankakee-county-officials-issue-precautionary-stay-at-home-advisory-amid-unconfirmed-looting-reports/2281319/
— Lightfoot Describes Criminal Activity at Saturday’s Protests as “Choreographed” Chicago police arrested at least 240 people after protests and looting spread throughout the downtown area on Saturday, according to Superintendent David Brown
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/lightfoot-describes-criminal-activity-at-saturdays-protests-as-choreographed/2281373/
— 16 Dead, at Least 30 People Injured in Weekend Shootings Across Chicago
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/16-dead-at-least-30-people-injured-in-weekend-shootings-across-chicago/2281362/

CBS2
— Gov. JB Pritzker Orders National Guard To Support Chicago Police
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/31/chicago-national-guard-protests-george-floyd/
— Another Day Of Unrest, Protests In Chicago
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/31/live-updates-national-guard-called-into-chicago-as-unrest-persists/
— South Loop Left With Major Damage As It Prepares For Another Night Of Protests – Steven Graves
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/31/south-loop-left-with-major-damage-as-it-prepares-for-another-night-of-protests/
— Protesters Face Off With Police In Hyde Park
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/31/protesters-face-off-with-police-in-hyde-park/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— National Guard will be in Chicago to support police, protect First Amendment rights, mayor says
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/national-guard-will-be-in-chicago-to-support-police-protect-first-amendment-rights-mayor-says
— South suburban stores hit by looters in wake of George Floyd protests – Tia Ewing
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/south-suburban-stores-hit-by-looters-in-wake-of-george-floyd-protests

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— George Floyd fallout: New protests and unrest reported in city and suburbs; CTA suspends service; National Guard called in; city reduces access into downtown
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-george-floyd-chicago-protests-20200531-qghf4l7ysjgl3etxqu3jv6oq6a-story.html
— Coronavirus in Illinois updates: Officials report 1,343 new known COVID-19 cases and 60 more deaths as Lightfoot says Chicago’s reopening on June 3 could be delayed
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-pandemic-chicago-illinois-news-20200530-y4hd43iiq5fvpbke7pd7c4ln4m-story.html
— AS THE DEMOCRAT PARTY’S STRANGLEHOLD ON ILLINOIS, ON COOK COUNTY, AND ON CHICAGO TIGHTENS: Michael Jordan calls for ‘systemic change’ in his statement on the death of George Floyd: ‘Every one of us needs to be part of the solution’
https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/bulls/ct-michael-jordan-george-floyd-statement-20200531-cz4o6mosdzby3p7smkz7ts2nky-story.html
— Zero tolerance for rioting in the fight for police reform – Editorial
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/editorials/ct-edit-chicago-protest-george-floyd-lightfoot-20200531-57f3khaayvghpjlte5gwtlceou-story.html
— After the riots in Chicago, all that broken glass like shattered dreams – John Kass
https://www.chicagotribune.com/columns/john-kass/ct-george-floyd-chicago-riot-kass-20200601-zcbw4m332nc7bg4ycccaw3mes4-story.html
— Naperville rally protesting George Floyd death peaceful, but puts spotlight on cop abuse: ‘Welcome to the revolution’ – ALICIA FABBRE
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/naperville-sun/ct-nvs-naperville-george-floyd-rally-st-0603-20200601-zpxhg7rwlrhqbexi6en7dd5iae-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— CTA shutting down bus and train services Sunday night
https://chicago.suntimes.com/news/2020/5/31/21276051/lightfoot-limits-access-loop-curfew-protest-riots-chicago
— Trump declares Antifa a terrorist organization as officials blame differing groups for fomenting violence ‘This is being driven by Antifa,’ national security adviser Robert O’Brien said on CNN. “This is a destructive force of radical — I don’t even know if we want to call them leftists. Whatever they are, they’re — they’re militants who are coming in and burning our cities . . .’
https://chicago.suntimes.com/news/2020/5/31/21276134/george-floyd-protests-government-officials-blame-differing-groups-outsiders-violence-antifa
— Several suburbs set curfews as officials brace for unrest Orland Park, Oak Lawn, Tinley Park, Chicago Ridge and Oak Park all declared curfews from Sunday evening until Monday morning. – Sam Kelly
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/5/31/21276405/chicago-suburbs-curfews-protests-looting-george-floyd

DAILY HERALD
— Suburban malls shut down over looting, safety concerns
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200531/suburban-malls-shut-down-over-looting-safety-concerns
— Chicago limits downtown access after night of tense protests – AP
https://www.dailyherald.com/article/20200531/news/305319965/
— State reports 60 more COVID-19 deaths as case total eclipses 120,000 – Steve Zalusky
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200531/state-reports-60-more-covid-19-deaths-as-case-total-eclipses-120000
— Charity offers diapers, school supplies to families in need – AP
https://www.dailyherald.com/article/20200531/news/305319996/

CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS
— Lightfoot locks down Loop after looting, fires rip downtown “Following multiple public safety incidents and property damage that occurred overnight,” the mayor announced access to the Loop would be restricted. National Guard soldiers will be called in to help police. – A.D. QUIG
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/government/lightfoot-locks-down-loop-after-looting-fires-rip-downtown
— ‘There is no doubt. This was an organized effort.’ The mayor says she sees strong evidence to that effect—and she’s seeking federal help to determine who did what. – GREG HINZ
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/greg-hinz-politics/there-no-doubt-was-organized-effort
— AS THE DEMOCRAT PARTY’S STRANGLEHOLD ON ILLINOIS, ON COOK COUNTY, AND ON CHICAGO TIGHTENS: The change we all need slips further from our grasp as riots savage Chicago The prize we must seek is change. Our leaders must be squeezed and squeezed again until they bring it about. Please, Chicago, don’t make achieving that change more difficult. – GREG HINZ
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/greg-hinz-politics/change-we-all-need-slips-further-our-grasp-riots-savage-chicago

WBEZ
— Protests Force Target, CVS And Walmart To Close Some Stores – AP
https://www.wbez.org/stories/protests-force-target-cvs-and-walmart-to-close-some-stores/57da29bb-08aa-4026-8b02-95ad13be03ce

WREX
— Pritzker activates Illinois national guard to assist in Chicago surrounding protests – Devin Brooks
https://wrex.com/2020/05/31/pritzker-activates-illinois-national-guard-to-assist-in-chicago-surrounding-protests/
— O’Shea: Out of town residents sparked chaos during rally NEW – Andrew Carrigan
https://wrex.com/2020/05/31/oshea-out-of-town-residents-sparked-chaos-during-rally/

KFVS
— Gov. Pritzker activates Illinois National Guard to protect Chicago
https://www.kfvs12.com/2020/05/31/gov-pritzker-activates-illinois-national-guard-protect-chicago/

CHICAGO MORNING STAR
— DuPage County Sheriff asks Governor to stop the threats – Gabriella Remillard
https://chicagomorningstar.com/dupage-county-sheriff-asks-governor-to-stop-the-threats

ELMHURST PATCH
— Elmhurst On High Alert After Reports Of Looters Going To Suburbs Some Elmhurst stores closed on city’s advice. Outdoor dining continues at some places. – David Giuliani
https://patch.com/illinois/elmhurst/elmhurst-warns-public-criminal-groups

DUPAGE COUNTY
— Statement from County Board Chairman Dan Cronin
https://www.dupageco.org/Content.aspx?id=62922
(THE STATEMENT: “This evening, I stand with Sheriff Mendrick and State’s Attorney Berlin in support of our DuPage County communities. We condemn the actions that resulted in the death of George Floyd and we support people’s right to assemble and peacefully protest. But there is a difference between protesting peacefully and committing criminal acts. Protestors in DuPage County who damage or destroy private or public property, or who commit criminal acts like arson, burglary, and criminal damage to property will be arrested, prosecuted and if found guilty, imprisoned. We have no tolerance for those who would use this tragic occurrence to cause further pain in our community.”)

CITY OF WHEATON
— Wheaton Police Community Safety Alert
https://www.wheaton.il.us/civicalerts.aspx?AID=409
(FROM THE ALERT: The Wheaton Police Department has become aware of several situations in neighboring DuPage County communities where large groups of people are traveling into the area, causing damage, and burglarizing local stores and businesses. Some local businesses have chosen to close early due to this situation out of an abundance of caution for the safety of their employees and customers. The Wheaton Police Department will have an increased presence in the community and will continue to monitor the ongoing situation. The increased presence will remain until the broader situation stabilizes. Additional updates will be released on the City’s Facebook and Twitter accounts as new information becomes available. We would like to encourage our residents and community members to safely report any criminal behavior or any other unusual situation. Please call your local businesses ahead of time to ensure they are still open and operating before travelling to shop or dine. If you encounter a situation or observe criminal behavior, the police department encourages you to leave the area and call 9-1-1 when you are safely able to do so.)

MCHENRY COUNTY BLOG
— Millionaire Jack Franks & Billionaire JB Pritzker Unmasked in Fontana, Wisconsin
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/31/millionaire-jack-franks-billionaire-jb-pritzker-unmasked-in-fontana-wisconsin/
— National Guard to Chicago
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/31/national-guard-to-chicago/
— Antifa in Chicago?
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/31/antifa-in-chicago/
— Cook County Assessor Finally Follows Rest of State by Assessing All Homes at the Same Time
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/31/cook-county-assessor-finally-follows-rest-of-state-by-assessing-all-homes-at-the-same-time/
— Democrats Control Cities Having Trouble, But Apparently Should Not Be Blamed for Not Solving Them
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/30/democrats-control-cities-having-trouble-but-apparently-should-not-be-blamed-for-not-solving-them/
— Dems Protect Public Sector Jobs during Lockdown
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/30/dems-protect-public-sector-jobs-during-lockdown/

CAPITOL FAX
— Pritzker implores protesters to “not force a difficult second rebuilding on our small businesses in the course of expressing your very justified pain”
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/31/pritzker-implores-protesters-to-not-force-a-difficult-second-rebuilding-on-our-small-businesses-in-the-course-of-expressing-your-very-justified-pain/

WASHINGTON EXAMINER
— Trump’s national security adviser denies systemic racism exists in police forces – Caitlin Yilek
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/trumps-national-security-adviser-denies-systemic-racism-exists-in-police-forces

BREITBART
— Black Federal Officer Patrick Underwood Shot And Killed in Oakland Riot – ALLUM BOKHARI
https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2020/05/31/black-federal-officer-patrick-underwood-shot-and-killed-in-oakland-riot/
— The Riots Began With Obama’s Embrace of Occupy Wall Street – JOEL B. POLLAK
https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2020/05/31/pollak-the-riots-began-with-obamas-embrace-of-occupy/
— Twitter Allows Looters to Coordinate Criminal Behavior While It Declares ‘#BlackLivesMatter’ – ALLUM BOKHARI
https://www.breitbart.com/tech/2020/05/31/twitter-allows-looters-to-coordinate-criminal-behavior-while-it-declares-blacklivesmatter/

NEWSMAX
— Trump Encourages ‘MAGA’ Fans to Assemble at the White House
https://www.newsmax.com/headline/trump-maga-supporters-riots/2020/05/30/id/969785/

NATIONAL REVIEW
— The President Has the Constitutional Power to Restore Order. He Must Act. – ANDREW C. MCCARTHY
https://www.nationalreview.com/2020/05/the-president-has-the-constitutional-power-to-restore-order-he-must-act/

THE HILL
— Trump says he will designate antifa a terrorist organization – BRANDON CONRADIS AND JUSTINE COLEMAN
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/500357-trump-says-he-will-designate-antifa-a-terrorist-organization

CBS NEWS
— Protesters and police clash in dozens of cities for 5th night as anger boils over
https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/george-floyd-death-protests-minneapolis-2020-05-31/

NEWSWEEK
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters promote hatred of Trump.

https://www.newsweek.com/lady-gaga-calls-trump-racist-fool-1507654

May 30 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Chicago protests escalate again Saturday after police injured, 108 arrests made overnight
https://abc7chicago.com/108-arrested-after-clashes-with-chicago-police-in-loop/6220813/

NBC5
— Chicago Police Closed Lake Shore Drive Amid Downtown Protests
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-officials-prepare-for-more-marches-on-national-day-of-protest-in-aftermath-of-george-floyds-death/2280584/
— Scenes From Chicago Saturday Protests Following the Death of George Floyd
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/scenes-from-chicago-saturday-protests-following-the-death-of-george-floyd/2280708/
— Protesters Smash Windows of Police SUV at Chicago Demonstrations
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/protesters-smash-windows-of-police-suv-at-chicago-demonstrations/2280670/
— Chicago’s Top Cop Orders Mandatory Training for Officers After George Floyd’s Death “It’s always a right time to do right. Everyone deserves a measure of respect, everyone,” CPD Supt. David Brown said in a statement Thursday
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicagos-top-cop-orders-mandatory-training-for-officers-after-george-floyds-death/2279730/

CBS2
— Protests In Chicago In Wake Of Death Of George Floyd
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/30/live-updates-protests-in-chicago-in-wake-of-death-of-george-floyd/
— Illinois Reports 1,462 New COVID-19 Cases, 61 New Death
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/30/illinois-reports-1462-new-covid-19-cases-61-new-deaths/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— Hundreds of people in downtown Chicago protest death of George Floyd
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/hundreds-of-people-in-downtown-chicago-protest-death-of-george-floyd

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Chaotic scene unfolding in Loop, North Side as protesters have jumped onto bus, climbed a light pole, clashed with police during demonstration over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis – JEREMY GORNER, MADELINE BUCKLEY and PAIGE FRY
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-loop-protests-property-damage-20200530-ncvxjtwglnfoddlyj4yuhd6lwm-story.html
— South and west suburbs see 8%-15% decrease in home values amid coronavirus pandemic, Cook County assessor says – ALICE YIN
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-cook-county-assessors-office-report-home-value-south-west-suburbs-20200529-iuidlz66ybdbfoirjmz2eestlu-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— 61 more deaths raise Illinois coronavirus toll to 5,330
https://chicago.suntimes.com/essential-coronavirus-news/2020/5/30/21275465/coronavirus-covid-19-live-updates-blog-chicago-illinois-pritzker-lightfoot-2020

DAILY HERALD
— Illinois reports 1,462 new COVID-19 cases, 61 more deaths Saturday – Christopher Placek
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200530/illinois-reports-1462-new-covid-19-cases-61-more-deaths-saturday

CHICAGO CRUSADER
— Chicago Police Officers Ordered To No Longer Use Force To Disperse Large Gatherings
https://chicagocrusader.com/chicago-police-officers-ordered-to-no-longer-use-force-to-disperse-large-gatherings/

WASHINGTON EXAMINER
— ‘Nice!’: Trump blasts DC mayor for keeping city police away from White House protests – Anthony Leonardi
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/nice-trump-blasts-dc-mayor-for-keeping-city-police-away-from-white-house-protests
— ‘Pathetic’: Burgess Owens rips Taylor Swift for accusing Trump of pushing white supremacy following George Floyd death – Andrew Mark Miller
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/pathetic-burgess-owens-rips-taylor-swift-for-accusing-trump-of-pushing-white-supremacy-following-george-floyd-death
— Trump: Protesters are ‘organized groups’ that ‘have nothing to do with George Floyd’ – Mike Brest
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/trump-protesters-are-organized-groups-that-have-nothing-to-do-with-george-floyd

GOPUSA
— Supreme Court Rejects Challenge To Restrictions On Church Services; Roberts Stands With Liberals
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=89633

FOX NEWS
— Trump’s social media executive order is justified – protects free speech, combats censorship – Jim Hanson
https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/jim-hanson-trumps-social-media-executive-order-is-justified-protects-free-speech-combats-censorship

AMERICAN THINKER
— What the rioters, and their apologists, have squandered – Stu Tarlowe
https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2020/05/what_the_rioters_and_their_apologists_have_squandered.html

NEWSMAX
— Floyd Rioters’ Unworthy Cause Only Punishes the Innocent – Deroy Murdock
https://www.newsmax.com/murdock/minneapolis-twincities-arsonists/2020/05/30/id/969750/
— Trump Warns Breach White House Fence, Find ‘Vicious Dogs, Ominous Weapons’ – Eric Mack
https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/looting-shooting-white-house-protest/2020/05/30/id/969757/

FEDERALIST
— It’s Time To Stop Pretending Twitter Is Neutral If Twitter wants to editorialize and ‘factcheck’ President Trump’s tweets with disclaimers, then it should be treated like any other publisher. – John Daniel Davidson
https://thefederalist.com/2020/05/28/its-time-to-stop-pretending-twitter-is-neutral/

POLITICO
— Trump warns protesters after White House partially locked down by Floyd demonstration Reporters were eventually allowed to leave the building after marchers had gathered in Lafayette Park. – MATTHEW CHOI and CRAIG HOWIE
https://www.politico.com/news/2020/05/29/white-house-protest-lock-down-290224

NEW YORK TIMES
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “America Is a Tinderbox. Scenes from a country in free fall.”
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/29/opinion/george-floyd-protests-minneapolis.html

WASHINGTON POST
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters say “Gripped by disease, unemployment and outrage at the police, America plunges into crisis.”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/plagued-by-disease-unemployment-and-outrage-at-the-police-america-plunges-into-crisis/2020/05/29/c8329bb2-a1b5-11ea-81bb-c2f70f01034b_story.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Violence in Minneapolis is rooted in the history of racist policing in America Police violence against African Americans has persisted for centuries.”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/2020/05/30/violence-minneapolis-is-rooted-history-racist-policing-america/

BLOOMBERG
— Trump Praises Secret Service, Slams White House Protesters
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-05-30/trump-praises-secret-service-slams-protesters-at-white-house

FORBES
— Trump Focuses On White House Protests—Warns Of ‘Ominous Weapons,’ Promises ‘MAGA NIGHT’—After Night Of Chaos – Jack Brewster
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jackbrewster/2020/05/30/trump-focuses-on-white-house-protests-warns-of-ominous-weapons-promises-maga-night-after-night-of-chaos/

NATIONAL LAW REVIEW
— CDC COVID-19 Workplace Reopening Guidelines – High-Risk Employees – Gregg S. Kahn and Laura Stutz (DIERSEN: What about guidelines for organizations for their high-risk members?)
https://www.natlawreview.com/article/cdc-covid-19-workplace-reopening-guidelines-high-risk-employees

May 29 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Coronavirus Illinois: IL moves into Phase 3 of reopening plan Friday; COVID-19 cases top 117K with over 5K deaths Phase 4 could begin as early as June 26 – Jessica D’Onofrio
https://abc7chicago.com/business/illinois-moves-into-phase-3-of-reopening-plan/6218835/
— Derek Chauvin, police officer accused in George Floyd’s death, charged with 3rd-degree murder – AP
https://abc7chicago.com/police-officer-who-knelt-on-george-floyd-has-been-arrested/6219184/
— George Floyd death: Chicagoans march in solidarity with protests in Minneapolis; activist Ja’mal Green lends voice in Minnesota – Diane Pathieu, Will Jones and Liz Nagy
https://abc7chicago.com/chicagoans-march-in-loop-to-protest-george-floyds-killing/6219584/

NBC5
— Protesters Block Eisenhower Expressway Over Death of George Floyd
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/protesters-block-eisenhower-expressway-over-death-of-george-floyd/2280405/
— Lightfoot Lobs Coded F-Bomb at Trump Over Minnesota Tweet President Trump tweeted Friday that he wouldn’t let “THUGS” dishonor the memory of George Floyd
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/lightfoot-trumps-call-for-violence-against-minneapolis-protesters-profoundly-dangerous/2280166/
— 1,622 New Coronavirus Cases Reported as Illinois Enters Phase 3 of Reopening Much of Illinois entered phase three of reopening Friday
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/1622-new-coronavirus-cases-reported-as-illinois-enters-phase-3-of-reopening/2280154/

CBS2
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: DISGUSTING, TRAGIC: Pot pushers push pot. If you want to destroy an individual, organization, company, government, or country, you push pot on that individual, organization, company, government, or country.
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/29/first-marijuana-dispensary-in-river-north-area-now-open/

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Protesters chanting ‘George Floyd’ briefly march onto Chicago highway, decrying Floyd’s death in Minneapolis – Javonte Anderson
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-floyd-protest-bean-downtown-20200529-cz2zy4fuvzaova2lmqycdxe5gi-story.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters promote hatred against Trump.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/columns/rex-huppke/ct-george-floyd-minneapolis-racism-riot-chicago-violence-cooper-huppke-20200529-t7jmypfoqfeannt35marjx4w5a-story.html
https://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/ct-lori-lightfoot-donald-trump-comments-minnesota-20200529-sjj52as7ura2zl75uss5aezl4i-story.html
— Trump plays in the sewer. Why did Lori Lightfoot jump right in with him? – John Kass
https://www.chicagotribune.com/columns/john-kass/ct-donald-trump-minneapolis-looters-kass-20200529-5lqhqt6vzbdntko6qouhibfanq-story.html
— The needless fight between Trump and Twitter – Editorial
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/editorials/ct-editorial-trump-twitter-section-230-20200529-qcup5nlkyzdkbplbnej3ho3bmm-story.html
— Anger, stupidity take hold in battle over Twitter – JONAH GOLDBERG
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/commentary/ct-opinion-jonah-goldberg-twitter-trump-20200529-wg4h56gxxfeqnpmw5sf67o2dha-story.html
— Protests over the death of George Floyd are spreading across the US. Here are the latest updates from key cities. – AP
https://www.chicagotribune.com/nation-world/ct-nw-george-floyd-protests-spread-nation-20200530-e4ve7n5nnvgfvcy7lohdx4h7pa-story.html

DAILY HERALD
— Lake County Board extends emergency declaration until June 28 – Russell Lissau
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200529/lake-county-board-extends-emergency-declaration-until-june-28

CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters Pritzker and Lightfoot lay into Trump. “He’s a racist,” said the governor. Said the mayor, “I will not remain silent while this man cynically tries to turn this incredibly painful moment into one for his own political gain.” Both were responding to the president’s reaction to events in Minnesota.
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/government/pritzker-lightfoot-lay-trump
— Chicago faces an aviation apocalypse Unprecedented airline cutbacks will shake the local economy. – JOHN PLETZ
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/airlines-airports/chicago-faces-aviation-apocalypse
— United Airlines slashes senior management The Chicago-based carrier is eliminating about 20 percent of its high-level executive team as it deals with the impact of the pandemic on its operations. – JOHN PLETZ (DIERSEN: To deal with Republican-led budget cuts during the 1980s and 1990s, the Democrats who ran GAO got rid of GAO’s employees who were Republican, White, male, and/or non-veteran who they had not promoted to GS-13 (currently $101,176) by age 25, GS-14 (currently $119,559) by age 30, GS-15 (currently $140,634) by age 35, and Senior Executive Service (currently $170,800) by age 40.)
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/airlines-airports/united-airlines-slashes-senior-management

DANVILLE COMMERCIAL NEWS
— A fatal failing of establishment elites – Patrick J. Buchanan
https://www.commercial-news.com/a-fatal-failing-of-establishment-elites/article_aefc978a-a1db-11ea-ab7c-33d0fa689eed.html

ILLINOIS LEAKS
— SCOTUS denied without prejudice emergency injunction in Churches v. Pritzker – JOHN KRAFT
https://edgarcountywatchdogs.com/2020/05/scotus-denied-without-prejudice-emergency-injunction-in-churches-v-pritzker/

ILLINOIS REVIEW
— 75 DAYS INTO THE COVID-19 CRISIS, ILLINOIS FOCUSES ON WHERE 46% PERISHED
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/05/75-days-into-the-covid-19-crisis-illinois-focuses-on-where-46-perished.html
— RIDINGS: THE COVID RELEVATION: WHAT THE LEFT INSISTS IS “SETTLED SCIENCE” IS REALLY “IDEOLOGY”
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/05/ridings-.html
— PRITZKER’S REMOVAL OF ALL COVID RESTRICTIONS ON CHURCHES CANNOT BE TRUSTED, SAYS LIBERTY COUNSEL
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/05/pritzkers-removal-of-all-covid-restrictions-on-churches-cannot-be-trusted-says-liberty-counsel-.html

CAPITOL FAX
— 1,622 new cases, 86 additional deaths
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/29/1622-new-cases-86-additional-deaths/
— Pritzker thanks Dr. Ezike, extends financial protections, points to progress, says no more daily COVID-19 briefings – Calls Trump tweets “reprehensible” – “I want to send my condolences to the family of George Floyd, and also to every African American in this country” – Defends budget decisions – Credits Illinoisans for progress against virus – No bill signing ceremonies – Hopes testing progress continues – “It seems as if President Trump is withdrawing us from the rest of the world” – No out of state travel plans – Talks contact tracing – Asks Illinoisans to be careful during reopening – Will sign Medicare for undocumented seniors bill – Refuses to criticize Lightfoot for Trump comments – Talks about difficulties in securing testing locations – Dr. Ezike and Pritzker respond to question about what they’ve learned about themselves and leadership – “We’re no longer in a stay at home order”
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/29/pritzker-thanks-dr-ezike-extends-financial-protections-points-to-progress-says-no-more-daily-covid-19-briefings/
— COVID-19 roundup
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/29/covid-19-roundup-46/
— All metro areas reporting record high unemployment rates
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/29/all-metro-areas-reporting-record-high-unemployment-rates/

WASHINGTON EXAMINER
— Taylor Swift tells Trump ‘we will vote you out’ after ‘threatening violence’ in Minneapolis – Mike Brest
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/taylor-swift-tells-trump-we-will-vote-you-out-after-threatening-violence-in-minneapolis

NUMBERS USA
— Cheap Labor Lobbyists: 40 Million in U.S. Out of Work Proof of ‘Worker Shortage’ – Eric Ruark (DIERSEN: Those who want cheap foreign workers to take bad jobs could/would use my critics/opponents, their operatives, and their dupes as examples. They would never stoop to take the jobs that I did. I did yard work and delivered newspapers 1962-1964; washed dishes 1964-1966; cleaned golf shoes, chipped slag, and pumped gasoline in 1966; delivered mail 1966-1969; worked on an automobile assembly line and as a security guard in 1970; sold tires, automotive services, and major appliances 1970-1971; pumped gasoline 1971-1972; collected delinquent taxes 1971-1980; and audited federal agencies 1980-1997.)
https://www.numbersusa.com/blog/cheap-labor-lobbysists-40-million-us-out-work-proof-worker-shortage

THE HILL
— Lara Trump: Twitter no longer ‘a platform for free speech’ – JOE CONCHA
https://thehill.com/homenews/media/500115-lara-trump-twitter-no-longer-a-platform-for-free-speech

POLITICO
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters say “Trump confronts a culture war of his own making as election looms. The president finds himself torn between his longtime promotion of law.” enforcement and his desire to win over black voters.
https://www.politico.com/news/2020/05/29/trump-black-voters-police-289564

NEW YORK TIMES
— Inside an Extraordinary G.O.P. Event: ‘Pressing Flesh and Kissing Babies’ Again At the South Carolina event, attended by Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott, there were few masks and no social distancing — and that was the point. – Astead W. Herndon
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/29/us/politics/south-carolina-coronavirus-republicans.html
— Trump Moves to Strip Hong Kong of Special U.S. Relationship The president, angered by China’s security crackdown in Hong Kong and its handling of the coronavirus, said he would also terminate the United States’ relationship with the World Health Organization. – Michael Crowley, Edward Wong and Ana Swanson
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/29/us/politics/trump-hong-kong-china-WHO.html

NEW YORK DAILY NEWS
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: The Trump-hating Taylor Swift “slams Trump for ‘stoking the fires of white supremacy’ in tweets about George Floyd protests.”
https://www.nydailynews.com/snyde/ny-taylor-swift-slams-trump-george-floyd-protests-20200529-2rgnn7vlkbetjglzft6hmzvh2i-story.html

BLOOMBERG LAW
— Worker Safety, Privacy Clash as Temperature Checks Become Norm – Erin Mulvaney
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/daily-labor-report/worker-safety-privacy-clash-as-temperature-checks-become-norm

May 28 Evening Edition

WHITE HOUSE
— President Trump signs order to fight online censorship
https://www.whitehouse.gov/1600daily/

ABC7
— Trump signs executive order targeting social media companies after fact checks applied to his tweets
https://abc7chicago.com/politics/trump-escalates-war-on-twitter-social-media-protections/6217025/

NBC5
— One Day Before Entering Phase 3, Illinois Reports 1,527 New Coronavirus Cases Much of Illinois is set to enter its next stage of reopening Friday
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/one-day-before-entering-phase-3-illinois-reports-1527-new-coronavirus-cases/2279458/
— All 4 of Illinois’ Health Regions Will be Allowed to Enter Phase 3 Friday: Pritzker As of Thursday, just two days remained in the statewide stay-at-home order, but regions can begin entering phase three Friday
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/all-4-of-illinois-health-regions-will-be-allowed-to-enter-phase-3-friday-pritzker-says/2279486/

CBS2
— Lightfoot : Phase 3 In Chicago Begins June 3
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/28/lightfoot-phase-3-in-chicago-begins-june-3/

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— Pritzker bolsters testing rules for nursing homes, issues Phase 3 ‘guidance’ for churches Each long-term care facility will be required to report to public health officials the number of residents and staff tested, and the number of positive and negative test results. The facilities must also make sure a copy of infection control policies and procedures is provided to residents and to the families of residents. – Mitchell Armentrout and Tina Sfondeles
https://chicago.suntimes.com/coronavirus/2020/5/28/21273753/illinois-pritzker-coronavirus-cases-deaths-reopening-may-28
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Trump stomps on his Twitter megaphone The president’s assault on social media for daring to fact-check him is a reminder: He will take everything down with him.”
https://chicago.suntimes.com/columnists/2020/5/28/21272978/trump-twitter-fact-check-free-speech-vote-fraud-election-mail-in-ballots

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Mayor Lori Lightfoot says Chicago will move to phase 3 of her reopening plan on June 3 but warns: ‘COVID-19 is still very much part of our present’ – JOHN BYRNE, DAN PETRELLA and ADAM LUKACH
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-chicago-lightfoot-reopening-20200528-cefwiuidwnfd7a57m25uavq6me-story.html
— COVID-19 spurs union pushes among Chicago-area essential workers. ‘We’re not just burger flippers. We’ve been essential.’ – Ally Marotti
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-chicago-essential-workers-unionize-20200528-ggbhu4gec5fm7paj4fvbh6cpmu-story.html
— For second straight day, crowd confronts Chicago police making arrest on gun charges – Deanese Williams-Harris
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-chicago-police-confront-crowds-20200528-hfgglk2t7jgyfa2ucl7sovwvtm-story.html
— Bosses say $600 coronavirus unemployment boost makes reopening harder. Some workers ‘are making more money than they’ve ever made by not working right now.’ – Alexia Elejalde-Ruiz
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-pandemic-unemployment-benefits-600-per-week-20200528-skxom4r2obczxa6vef5b7iivz4-story.html

DAILY HERALD
— State reports 104 more COVID-19 deaths, passes 115,000 total cases – Marni Pyke
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200528/state-reports-104-more-covid-19-deaths-passes-115000-total-cases
— Job losses continue to mount in U.S. despite reopenings – AP
https://www.dailyherald.com/business/20200528/job-losses-continue-to-mount-in-us-despite-reopenings

CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS
— Kaegi to cut assessments on homes, condos by 8 to 12 percent The Cook County Assessor has unveiled his plan to reduce the tax burden on most residential and commercial properties to account for the coronavirus pandemic. – ALBY GALLUN
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/commercial-real-estate/kaegi-cut-assessments-homes-condos-8-12-percent

CHAMPAIGN/URBANA NEWS GAZETTE
— Pay hike coming for legislators? Dems, GOP at odds on question – Jim Dey
https://www.news-gazette.com/opinion/columns/jim-dey-pay-hike-coming-for-legislators-dems-gop-at-odds-on-question/article_a39b07ef-fdb9-54ae-afd4-80c2dbb925b9.html

NPR ILLINOIS
— Stung By Twitter, Trump Signs Executive Order To Weaken Social Media Companies – BOBBY ALLYN
https://www.nprillinois.org/post/stung-twitter-trump-signs-executive-order-weaken-social-media-companies#stream/0

CAPITOL FAX
— McSweeney forces removal of Blagojevich video, outs person behind it
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/28/mcsweeney-forces-removal-of-blagojevich-video-outs-person-behind-it/
— 1,527 new cases, 104 additional deaths
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/28/1527-new-cases-104-additional-deaths/
— Pritzker says IDPH has offered “suggestions” to churches – Says he’s received “pushback” from some private nursing homes – IDPH will file new rule on nursing homes – Still looking at what to do about IDPH rule – Dodges question about Willie Wilson – Employers should use “common decency” when bring workers back – Will wait on feds before making any more budget decisions – Central Illinois hospitalization numbers improve – “We might potentially have to move backwards in the phases – “Not our intention” to make changes to Phase 4 guidance – No plans to dine at restaurant this weekend – No decision about ending daily briefing – Repeats that he has never encouraged police enforcement – Suggests GOP demand for IDES audit could be a “political move” – Still pondering school reopening – All testing is free – Asked about dangers of Legionella in large buildings – Testing and tracing metrics are “internal goals” – Points to federal rules on unemployment and workers who refuse to return – “Difficult for us to open theaters in the near future” – Dr. Ezike talks rules for malls – Dr. Ezike monitoring outbreak at county jail with ICE detainees
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/28/pritzker-says-idph-has-offered-suggestions-to-churches/
— COVID-19 roundup
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/28/covid-19-roundup-45/
— Justice Kavanaugh orders Illinois to respond to church filing by tonight
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/28/justice-kavanaugh-orders-illinois-to-respond-to-church-filing-by-tonight/
— Poll finds support for Clean Energy Jobs Act, Pritzker approval 56-40, State legislative Democrats more popular than Trump
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/28/poll-finds-support-for-clean-energy-jobs-act-pritzker-approval-56-40-state-legislative-democrats-more-popular-than-trump/
— 21 million Americans currently receiving unemployment assistance
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/28/21-million-americans-currently-receiving-unemployment-assistance/

WASHINGTON EXAMINER
— Joe Biden confuses D-Day date with Pearl Harbor attack – Naomi Lim
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/joe-biden-confuses-d-day-date-with-pearl-harbor-attack

NEWSMAX
— Democrats Hate Trump More Than They’ll Ever Love America – Patrick Murray
https://www.newsmax.com/patrickmurray/tds-covid-china/2020/05/28/id/969494/

THE HILL
— Trump signs order targeting social media firms’ legal protections – CHRIS MILLS RODRIGO AND MORGAN CHALFANT
https://thehill.com/policy/technology/500006-trump-signs-order-targeting-social-media-firms-legal-protections

REUTERS
— Trump move could scrap or weaken law that protects social media companies – Nandita Bose, Jeff Mason
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-twitter-trump-executive-order-social/trump-move-could-scrap-or-weaken-law-that-protects-social-media-companies-idUSKBN2340MW
— U.S. weekly jobless claims still elevated; core capital goods orders fall – Lucia Mutikani
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-economy/us-weekly-jobless-claims-still-elevated-core-capital-goods-orders-fall-idUSKBN234208
— What’s in the law protecting internet companies – and can Trump change it? – Jonathan Weber, Elizabeth Culliford
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-twitter-trump-executive-order-explain/explainer-whats-in-the-law-protecting-internet-companies-and-can-trump-change-it-idUSKBN23434V

NEW YORK TIMES
— Legal Shield for Social Media Is Targeted by Trump Section 230, from a 1996 federal law, was meant to protect young internet companies from liability. Lawmakers have threatened to change it. – Daisuke Wakabayashi (DIERSEN: I should write a book about those who have attacked me for my including links in GOPUSA ILLINOIS emails to articles that others have published. I would focus on candidates, their political consultants, their campaign managers, their staff members, their volunteers, their operatives, and their dupes. I would focus on the articles that candidates did not like because they were critical of the candidate or were positive about the candidate’s opponent. I would focus on candidates who focus on destroying those like me who they cannot manipulate or dominate.)
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/28/business/section-230-internet-speech.html
— Trump’s Order on Social Media Could Harm One Person in Particular: Trump Without certain liability protections, companies like Twitter would have to be more aggressive about policing messages that press the boundaries — like the president’s. – Peter Baker and Daisuke Wakabayashi
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/28/us/politics/trump-social-media-executive-order.html
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “How White Women Use Themselves as Instruments of Terror.”
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/27/opinion/racism-white-women.html

WASHINGTON POST
— Trump signs order that could punish social media companies for how they police content, drawing criticism and doubts of legality – Tony Romm and Elizabeth Dwoskin
https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2020/05/28/trump-social-media-executive-order/

NEW YORK MAGAZINE
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “Trump’s Dangerous Desire for an In-Person Political Convention.”
https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2020/05/trumps-dangerous-desire-for-an-old-school-convention.html

JD SUPRA
— DISGUSTING, TRAGIC: Employer Rights Go Up in Smoke: NYC Largely Bans Marijuana Testing of Prospective Employees
https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/employer-rights-go-up-in-smoke-nyc-70881/?

FIVE THIRTY EIGHT
— The Voters Who Don’t Like Trump Or Biden – Geoffrey Skelley (DIERSEN: Trump and Biden share the following demographics: older, White, male, married, Christian, non-poor, gun owners, draft avoiders, and their ancestors have been in America for a long time.)
https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/is-trump-losing-among-voters-who-dont-like-him-or-biden/

RASMUSSEN REPORTS
— 27% of Blacks Say Black Voter Who Chooses Trump Over Biden Is Not Really Black
https://www.rasmussenreports.com/public_content/politics/elections/election_2020/27_of_blacks_say_black_voter_who_chooses_trump_over_biden_is_not_really_black

May 27 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Coronavirus Illinois: COVID-19 cases top 114K with over 5K deaths – Craig Wall, Eric Horng
https://abc7chicago.com/business/illinois-covid-19-cases-top-114k-with-over-5k-deaths/6214445/

NBC5
— Dr. Willie Wilson Blasts Pritzker, Calls for Trump to Intervene in Dispute Over Indoor Church Services
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/dr-willie-wilson-blasts-pritzker-calls-for-trump-to-intervene-in-dispute-over-indoor-church-services/2278990/
— Illinois Coronavirus Deaths Top 5,000 as State Nears Phase 3 of Reopening The numbers come as state officials said they believe Illinois may be coming off a peak and starting a downward trend
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/illinois-coronavirus-deaths-top-5000-as-state-nears-phase-3-of-reopening/2278824/

CBS2
— Even In Well-To-Do Glen Ellyn, Food Pantries See Surge In Demand As Pandemic Hammers Economy – Lauren Victory
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/27/even-in-well-to-do-glen-ellyn-food-pantries-see-surge-in-demand-as-pandemic-hammers-economy/

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Coronavirus in Illinois updates: Statewide COVID-19 death toll passes 5,000 as US tops 100,000 fatalities
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-pandemic-chicago-illinois-news-20200527-encciatitnf63nai3z2icqngau-story.html
— Is this news anymore? Illinois lawmakers approve out-of-balance, gimmicky budget – Editorial
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/editorials/ct-edit-illinois-budget-crisis-pritzer-20200526-fqqdqvolozdspapmfqkmi44bkq-story.html
— Chicago restaurants test COVID-19 surcharges as costs mount, but customer backlash forces one to retreat – ARIEL CHEUNG
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-dining-surcharge-covid-19-20200527-7ue7xx7knndqziyej6lkrsdyae-story.html
— As non-COVID-19 patients return to Chicago-area emergency rooms, doctors see skyrocketing blood pressure and other side effects of delays in care. ‘It’s terrible, and it’s frightening.’ – Nara Schoenberg
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-life-coronavirus-other-illnesses-untreated-05272020-20200527-sgebypielnfyfng7lgkerikpsm-story.html
— Comptroller Susana Mendoza makes clear how much legislators will be getting in pay raises this year: ‘Zero’
https://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/ct-illinois-legislators-pay-mendoza-20200527-jl2cbljlsjbtre2hb3lsruur7u-story.html
— Trump threatens to shut down social media after Twitter fact-checks him – AP
https://www.chicagotribune.com/nation-world/ct-nw-trump-social-media-joe-scarborough-20200527-gafdi22c75achnszxxttryb5d4-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters say “Twitter should no longer give a pass to Trump’s most dishonest tweets.”
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/5/27/21272358/joe-scarborough-mail-in-voting-donald-trump-twitter-sun-times-editorial-jack-dorsey

DAILY HERALD
— DuPage voters could be asked about reducing size of county board – Robert Sanchez
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200527/dupage-voters-could-be-asked-about-reducing-size-of-county-board
— Kane County may buy $5 million worth of masks, gloves and sanitizer for residents – James Fuller
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200527/kane-county-may-buy-5-million-worth-of-masks-gloves-and-sanitizer-for-residents
— Trump threatens social media after Twitter fact-checks him – AP
https://www.dailyherald.com/business/20200527/trump-threatens-social-media-after-twitter-fact-checks-him
— DuPage looking to improve air quality in county buildings – Robert Sanchez
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200527/dupage-looking-to-improve-air-quality-in-county-buildings

WTTW
— State Budget Approves Lawmakers’ Cost-of-Living Raise, But Sets Aside $0 – Heather Cherone
https://news.wttw.com/2020/05/27/state-budget-approves-lawmakers-cost-living-raise-sets-aside-zero

KANKAKEE DAILY JOURNAL
— Democrats define themselves as lockdown party – Stephen Moore
https://www.daily-journal.com/opinion/columnists/stephen-moore-democrats-define-themselves-as-lockdown-party/article_928f2dfc-9f32-11ea-a10d-2f74a622b33e.html

NPR ILLINOIS
— Trump Sparks Debate Over Security Of Mail-In Voting
https://www.nprillinois.org/post/trump-sparks-debate-over-security-mail-voting#stream/0

ELMHURST PATCH
— DuPage Marijuana Arrest Disparity Hurts Blacks: ACLU Blacks far more likely to be arrested for marijuana possession, despite similar usage rates, group says. – David Giuliani
https://patch.com/illinois/elmhurst/dupage-marijuana-arrest-disparity-hurts-blacks-aclu
(FROM THE ARTICLE: Paul Darrah, a spokesman for the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office, said his office could not comment on a study conducted by another party. “What I can tell you is that a person’s race, religion, sexual orientation, etc. are never a factor in any case when we make a charging decision,” Darrah said in an email. “Our charging decisions are based on the facts and the law. There is one Criminal Code in Illinois and the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office applies that code evenly in every case.”)

ILLINOIS REVIEW
— MAYOR LIGHTFOOT’S BOAST RE-OPEN ILLINOIS RALLY WAS DISPERSED BY CHICAGO POLICE DOESN’T LINE UP
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/05/mayor-lightfoots-claim-the-re-open-illinois-rally-was-dispersed-by-chicago-police-doesnt-line-up.html
— NEW STUDY SHOWS RE-OPEN MOVEMENT CONCERNED ABOUT OTHERS AND NATION’S FOUNDING PRINCIPLES
https://www.illinoisreview.com/illinoisreview/2020/05/new-study-the-four-values-of-open-the-states-protesters-1.html

CAPITOL FAX
— 1,111 new cases, 160 additional deaths
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/27/1111-new-cases-160-additional-deaths/
— Pritzker: “Being black in America cannot be a death sentence” – Talks about testing nursing homes – Asked about CDC guidance on antibody testing – Lays out what he’s trying to do for ESL – “We’re at about 30% of the contact tracing that we need today” – New IDPH recovery rate stats – Talks about sports returning, sports betting – Asked about massage therapists – Won’t tell the mayor when or how to set up casino – No June 1 start for live horseracing – Deflects Willie Wilson question – Asked about QC PGA tournament – Needs federal help to facilitate hospital merger – No indoor movie theaters in Phase 3
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/27/pritzker-being-black-in-america-cannot-be-a-death-sentence/
— COVID-19 roundup
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/27/covid-19-roundup-44/
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Pritzker-promoter says “Skillicorn tells reporters with a straight face that he would “prefer to avoid” media coverage.”
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/27/skillicorn-tells-reporters-with-a-straight-face-that-he-would-prefer-to-avoid-media-coverage/
— Mendoza counters GOP claims that lawmakers voted themselves a pay raise
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/27/mendoza-counters-gop-claims-that-lawmakers-voted-themselves-a-pay-raise/

WASHINGTON TIMES
— ‘The incompetence cannot continue’: Illinois Republican pushes recall of Gov. J.B. Pritzker – AP
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2020/may/27/jb-pritzker-illinois-governor-recall-sought-republ/

FOX NEWS
— Illinois church becomes 2nd congregation to file emergency request with Supreme Court over coronavirus orders – Morgan Phillips
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/illinois-church-files-emergency-request-with-supreme-court

GOPUSA
— Do The Left And Their Allies In The Media Really Not Get It?
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=89448

TOWNHALL
— The Folly of Vote-by-Mail for All – John and Andy Schlafly
https://townhall.com/columnists/johnandandyschlafly/2020/05/27/the-folly-of-votebymail-for-all-n2569490

PJ MEDIA
— Police Raid Chicago Church, Beating on Door to Demand They Empty the Building – RICK MORAN
https://pjmedia.com/news-and-politics/rick-moran/2020/05/26/mayor-lightfoot-cracking-down-on-churches-in-chicago-n427566

THE HILL
— Nancy Pelosi’s coronavirus aid bill pushes illegal immigration agenda – DONALD TRUMP JR.
https://thehill.com/opinion/immigration/499739-nancy-pelosi-coronavirus-aid-bill-pushes-illegal-immigration-agenda

CBS NEWS
— U.S. economy suffered biggest fall in more than 50 years, Chicago Fed says – KATE GIBSON
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/economy-united-states-activity-april-lowest-50-years/

WASHINGTON POST
— Trump lashes out at social media companies after Twitter labels tweets with fact checks – Elizabeth Dwoskin (DIERSEN: According to my Trump-hating critics/opponents, all government and political news and commentary is misleading except for the government and political news and commentary that they put out or bless.)
https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2020/05/27/trump-twitter-label/
(FROM THE ARTICLE: The tweets, said Twitter spokeswoman Katie Rosborough, “contain potentially misleading information about voting processes and have been labeled to provide additional context around mail-in ballots.”)
— The unluckiest generation in U.S. history Millennials have faced the worst economic odds, and many will never recover – Andrew Van Dam (DIERSEN: One could argue that because of the Vietnam War, Affirmative Action, Diversity, and Inclusion, Baby Boomers who are White and/or male are unlucky.)
https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2020/05/27/millennial-recession-covid/

FORBES
— Returning To Work During A Pandemic: 3 Legal Issues Employers Cannot Ignore – Douglas Wigdor
https://www.forbes.com/sites/douglaswigdor/2020/05/27/returning-to-work-during-pandemic-3-legal-issues-employers-cannot-ignore/#1a3e78ef5652

NEW YORK MAGAZINE
— Could an Economic Rebound Sweep Trump to Victory? – Ed Kilgore
https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2020/05/could-an-economic-rebound-sweep-trump-to-victory.html

JD SUPRA
— Employers Beware: Preparing for the Inevitable Flood of COVID-Related Lawsuits
https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/employers-beware-preparing-for-the-51461/

ONE BRIDAL COMPANY
— COVID-19 Liability Release Waiver **Signature Required Prior to Every Scheduled Service**
http://onebridalcompany.com/covid-19-liability-release-form/

May 26 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Coronavirus Illinois: COVID-19 cases top 113K with over 4.9K deaths; IL may be entering ‘downward trend’ of deaths, Dr. Ezike Ngozi says Most Illinois businesses ready to reopen Friday – Craig Wall
https://abc7chicago.com/business/illinois-may-be-entering-downward-trend-of-covid-19-deaths/6213053/
— In a first, Twitter adds fact-check warnings to Trump tweets about mail-in voting – AP
https://abc7chicago.com/politics/in-a-first-twitter-adds-fact-check-warnings-to-trump-tweets/6213505/

NBC5
— 1,178 New Coronavirus Cases Reported in Illinois as Deaths Near 5,000 As of Tuesday, all four of Illinois’ health regions remained on track to enter the third phase of reopening on May 29, one day before the end of the statewide stay-at-home order
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/1178-new-coronavirus-cases-reported-in-illinois-as-deaths-near-5000/2278209/

CBS2
— Chicago To Spend $56 Million Hiring Hundreds Of COVID-19 Contact Tracers – Dana Kozlov
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/26/chicago-to-spend-56-million-hiring-hundreds-of-covid-19-contact-tracers/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— May 10 to May 16 was first week where Illinois COVID-19 deaths were lower than previous week
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/may-10-to-may-16-was-first-week-where-illinois-covid-19-deaths-were-lower-than-previous-week

WTTW
— Special Session Recap: Casinos and Curbside Cocktails, No Hearings on Restore Illinois Plan – Amanda Vinicky
https://news.wttw.com/2020/05/26/special-session-recap-casinos-and-curbside-cocktails-no-hearings-restore-illinois-plan

WGN RADIO
— House Republican Leader Jim Durkin on Illinois passing budget, Chicago casino changes
https://wgnradio.com/roe-conn/house-republican-leader-jim-durkin-on-illinois-passing-budget-chicago-casino-changes/

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Joe Biden calls Trump a ‘fool’ for mocking face masks during coronavirus pandemic – AP
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-nw-joe-biden-trump-mask-coronavirus-20200527-vsthlqtrh5dzxnby7zthbmrcsq-story.html
— Mayor scolds new police superintendent after Chicago sees most violent Memorial Day weekend in five years: ‘Whatever the strategy is, it didn’t work. … We have to do better’ – JEREMY GORNER and PAIGE FRY
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-memorial-day-violence-chicago-police-20200526-6d6bceldqnccbp2xkdj5rfnrjm-story.html
— Kinzinger calls out Trump in tweet
https://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/ct-the-spin-memorial-day-violence-lightfoot-20200526-wyilzgxgcbggncerqfeibs76au-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— Lightfoot: Memorial Day weekend’s violent ‘bloodbath’ was a ‘fail’ by city’s new top cop “People are feeling restless after being cooped up for weeks,” Chicago Police Supt. David Brown said of crowds that gathered on the South and West sides. – Fran Spielman and Mitch Dudek
https://chicago.suntimes.com/crime/2020/5/26/21270626/chicago-police-stay-home-order-shootings-violence-memorial-day-brown-lightfoot
— Chicago moves to create 600-strong army of contact tracers to fight coronavirus Community groups designated by the city will be charged with recruiting, training, hiring and supporting the contact tracers, supervisors and referral coordinators who will have the capacity to trace 4,500 new contacts each day. – Fran Spielman
https://chicago.suntimes.com/city-hall/2020/5/26/21270648/coronavirus-contact-tracing-patients-testing-covid-19-lightfoot-chicago
— 39 more die in Illinois of COVID-19 as all regions of state set to move to Phase 3 on Friday Officials said the 39 deaths reported on Tuesday could be lower due to Memorial Day. There were also 1,178 new cases reported from 17,230 tests received. The virus remains in 100 of 102 Illinois counties. – Tina Sfondeles
https://chicago.suntimes.com/news/2020/5/26/21270964/illinois-deaths-covid-19-coronavirus-may-25-pritzker-testing

DAILY HERALD
— Deaths from COVID-19 close in on 5,000, but officials see downward trend – Marni Pyke
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200526/deaths-from-covid-19-close-in-on-5000-but-officials-see-downward-trend
— Elburn pub defies state, reopens for dine-in business with mayor’s blessing – Susan Sarkauskas
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200526/elburn-pub-defies-state-reopens-for-dine-in-business-with-mayors-blessing
— DuPage County expected to get COVID-19 testing site – Robert Sanchez
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200526/dupage-county-expected-to-get-covid-19-testing-site
(FROM THE ARTICLE: County board Chairman Dan Cronin announced during a board meeting that the county has reached an agreement with the state to form a partnership for a testing facility planned for the DuPage County Fairgrounds in Wheaton.)

CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS
— City aims for big boost in COVID-19 contact tracing Grant money is earmarked to train a 600-person workforce. – A.D. QUIG
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/government/city-aims-big-boost-covid-19-contact-tracing
— Chicago loses one of its biggest conventions The Radiological Society of North America will hold its RSNA 2020 annual meeting virtually, scrapping an event that was slated to bring more than 50,000 attendees to McCormick Place. – DANNY ECKER
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/news/chicago-loses-one-its-biggest-conventions
— DISGUSTING, TRAGIC: Pot pushers push pot.
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/marijuanacannabis/new-weed-shop-coming-near-north-suburbs

JOURNAL GAZETTE NEWS COURIER
— State Rep. Allen Skillicorn, R-East Dundee, wants to recall Illinois governor J.B. Pritzker
https://jg-tc.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/illinois-lawmaker-wants-to-recall-illinois-governor/article_7175d898-f170-529f-ab96-1c07b7520302.html

CENTRE DAILY
— ‘Off the wall.’ Hundreds of bikers pack into Illinois bar defying stay-at-home order – DON SWEENEY
https://www.centredaily.com/news/coronavirus/article242993461.html

NAPERVILLE COMMUNITY TELEVISION
— DuPage County Board Discusses Open DuPage
https://www.nctv17.com/news/dupage-county-board-discusses-open-dupage/

ILLINOIS POLICY INSTITUTE
— METRA RIDERSHIP DOWN 97% FROM COVID-19 – Ben Szalinski
https://www.illinoispolicy.org/metra-ridership-down-97-from-covid-19/

ILLINOIS LEAKS
— Is Governor Pritzker desperate for legal justifications for continued executive orders beyond the 30 day limit? – KIRK ALLEN
https://edgarcountywatchdogs.com/2020/05/is-governor-pritzker-desperate-for-legal-justifications-for-continued-executive-orders-beyond-the-30-day-limit/
— Edwardsville/Glen Carbon Chamber of Commerce sues Governor Pritzker over closure order – JOHN KRAFT
https://edgarcountywatchdogs.com/2020/05/edwardsville-glen-carbon-chamber-of-commerce-sues-governor-pritzker-over-closure-order/

CAPITOL FAX
— Reporters actually take Skillicorn seriously – Was home on Monday – Warns of increasing hospitalizations in Wisconsin – Says USDOJ is “very much under the political thumb of the White House” – Next EO will continue eviction ban – Number of people with multiple tests “very small” – Asked about southern Illinois winery’s refusal to require staff to wear masks – Dr. Ezike doesn’t answer question about self quarantine for Illinoisans at Lake of the Ozarks – Repeats that legislature “abdicated their responsibility” on replacing his withdrawn IDPH rule – Will sign cocktail takeout bill when it reaches his desk – Dr. Ezike: “I can’t give anybody a COVID free pass” – Says legislature should’ve made more cuts – State will carry on if Pres. Trump cuts off National Guard – “No deal” on cannabis with his office
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/26/reporters-actually-take-skillicorn-seriously/
— 1,178 new cases, 39 additional deaths – But Dr. Ezike warns that weekend numbers are typically “a little bit lower”
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/26/1178-new-cases-39-additional-deaths-but-dr-ezike-warns-that-weekend-numbers-are-typically-a-little-bit-lower/
— COVID-19 roundup
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/26/covid-19-roundup-43/
— Budget roundup
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/26/budget-roundup-17/
— New Senate rule allows remote committees, limited remote floor voting
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/26/new-senate-rule-allows-remote-committees-limited-remote-floor-voting/
— ISP: “We’re between a rock and hard place”
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/26/isp-we%e2%80%99re-between-a-rock-and-hard-place/
— Before you get a haircut next week, consider this
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/26/before-you-get-a-haircut-next-week-consider-this/

GOPUSA
— Georgia Gov Offers State As GOP Convention Host Amid Virus
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=89430
— San Francisco Sanctions Tent Cities For Homeless Complete With Meals, Security And Showers
https://www.gopusa.com/?p=89433

BLAZE
— The CDC confirms remarkably low coronavirus death rate. Where is the media? Will they ever admit the grave consequences of their errors? – DANIEL HOROWITZ
https://www.theblaze.com/op-ed/horowitz-the-cdc-confirms-remarkably-low-coronavirus-death-rate-where-is-the-media

THE HILL
— GOP governors jockey to elbow out North Carolina as convention host – MAX GREENWOOD
https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/499610-gop-governors-jockey-to-elbow-out-north-carolina-as-convention-host

WASHINGTON POST
— Twitter labels Trump’s tweets with a fact check for the first time The action comes after years of criticism that social media companies have allowed the president to push misinformation unchecked – Elizabeth Dwoskin
https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2020/05/26/trump-twitter-label-fact-check/

LOS ANGELES TIMES
— What happens when vulnerable employees return to workplaces? – RACHEL SCHNALZER (DIERSEN: What happens when vulnerable organization members return to organization meetings? One would expect that ever-increasingly, employers and organizations will discourage, if not prohibit, vulnerable (old, obese, and/or health problems including diabetes) employees and members from returning.)
https://www.latimes.com/business/newsletter/2020-05-26/coronavirus-older-disabled-vulnerable-workers-business

May 25 Evening Edition

ABC7
— COVID-19 cases top 112K with over 4.8K deaths; Pritzker releases Phase 3 reopening guidelines – Ravi Baichwal and Alexis McAdams
https://abc7chicago.com/business/illinois-daily-covid-19-death-toll-lowest-in-over-1-month/6209945/
— Chicago Memorial Day weekend shootings leave 9 dead, 36 injured Chicago sees deadliest Memorial Day weekend since 2015
https://abc7chicago.com/chicago-sees-deadliest-memorial-day-weekend-since-2015/6210223/

NBC5
— Chicago Police Disperse Grant Park Protest Against Illinois’ Stay-at-Home Order
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/chicago-police-disperse-grant-park-protest-against-illinois-stay-at-home-order/2277772/
— Illinois Reports More Than 1,700 New Coronavirus Cases, 31 Additional Deaths
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/illinois-reports-more-than-1700-new-coronavirus-cases-31-additional-deaths/2277733/

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Illinois sees fewest daily COVID-19 deaths since early April as crowd protests at Buckingham Fountain against stay-at-home order
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-pandemic-chicago-illinois-news-20200523-ry4invx2ibcopka2f4fc376zha-story.html
— Trump doubles up with Maryland, Virginia Memorial Day events – DARLENE SUPERVILLE
https://www.chicagotribune.com/nation-world/ct-nw-trump-memorial-day-20200525-uav4c5vbfjdybofmnsislucqfq-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— 31 more Illinois coronavirus deaths reported, lowest daily toll in over a month The state’s death toll stands at 4,884, with just over half the deaths occurring this month. Illinois first coronavirus death was confirmed March 16. – Mitchell Armentrout
https://chicago.suntimes.com/coronavirus/2020/5/25/21269917/illinois-pritzker-coronavirus-cases-deaths-lowest-may-25-reopening

CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS
— LGBTQ promoters use Wheaton College to promote LGBTQ activity.
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/20-their-20s/20s-2020-harms

CENTRAL ILLINOIS PROUD
— Veterans unemployment, mental health calls skyrocket due to COVID-19 – Matt Sheehan
https://www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/veterans-unemployment-mental-health-calls-skyrocket-due-to-covid-19-fitops-is-here-to-help/

BURR RIDGE PATCH
— Burr Ridge Mayor Criticizes Governor’s Plan Mayor Gary Grasso says governor could have avoided “a lot of economic misery.” – David Giulian
https://patch.com/illinois/burrridge/burr-ridge-mayor-criticizes-governors-plan

ILLINOIS LEAKS
— Governor Pritzker – Oath of Office – KIRK ALLEN
https://edgarcountywatchdogs.com/2020/05/governor-pritzker-oath-of-office/

WASHINGTON TIMES
— Pentagon bashes New York Times over ‘white supremacy’ editorial NYT editorial board criticized military bases named after Confederate generals – Ben Wolfgang
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2020/may/25/pentagon-bashes-new-york-times-over-white-supremac/

AMERICAN THINKER
— Democrats Will Sacrifice America to Win a Presidency – William L. Gensert
https://www.americanthinker.com/articles/2020/05/democrats_will_sacrifice_america_to_win_a_presidency.html
— Class Warfare Will Worsen the Pandemic – Rainer Zitelmann
https://www.americanthinker.com/articles/2020/05/class_warfare_will_worsen_the_pandemic.html

BREITBART
— Mike Pence on Social Media Censorship of Conservatives: ‘We’re Just Not Going to Tolerate It’ – MATTHEW BOYLE
https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2020/05/25/exclusive-mike-pence-on-social-media-censorship-of-conservatives-were-just-not-going-to-tolerate-it/

THE HILL
— Hundreds participate in, watch South Carolina boat parade in support of Trump – ARIS FOLLEY
https://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/499443-hundreds-participate-in-watch-south-carolina-boat-parade-in

WASHINGTON POST
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters say “In crucial Florida, some senior voters cast a skeptical eye toward Trump’s reelection.”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/in-crucial-florida-some-senior-voters-cast-a-skeptical-eye-toward-trumps-reelection/2020/05/25/4e5e2ef8-9ab4-11ea-89fd-28fb313d1886_story.html

LOS ANGELES TIMES
— California leased 15,000 hotel rooms to help homeless people. Half now sit empty – DOUG SMITH, BENJAMIN ORESKES
https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-05-19/newsom-coronavirus-homeless-population-hotel-project-roomkey

WALL STREET JOURNAL
— The Blue State Lockdown Blues The slow reopening in liberal states will hurt the national recovery. – Editorial
https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-blue-state-lockdown-blues-11590446582
— For Economy, Worst of Coronavirus Shutdowns May Be Over Recovering air travel, hotel bookings and mortgage applications are among the early signs the U.S. economy is slowly creeping back to life – Harriet Torry and Josh Mitchell
https://www.wsj.com/articles/for-economy-worst-of-coronavirus-shutdowns-may-be-over-11590408000
— Is the SAT Really the Problem? Family breakdown causes serious disadvantages when it comes to college. – William McGurn
https://www.wsj.com/articles/is-the-sat-really-the-problem-11590424365
— The ‘Liberal Leaning’ Media Has Passed Its Tipping Point A return to balance would be commercially unviable. The best solution may be an honest embrace of bias. – Van Gordon Sauter
https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-liberal-leaning-media-has-passed-its-tipping-point-11590430876

FORBES
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Ever-increasingly, Trump-haters promote hatred against those who do not wear masks.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucelee/2020/05/25/top-10-excuses-offered-for-not-wearing-masks-despite-covid-19-coronavirus/#53acdc0ab53d

PEOPLE FOR THE AMERICAN WAY
— Coronavirus’s Disproportionate Impact on LGBTQ People – Charlie Everett, Bettina Ramon
https://www.pfaw.org/blog-posts/coronaviruss-disproportionate-impact-on-lgbtq-people/

May 24 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Coronavirus Illinois: COVID-19 cases top 110K with over 4.8K deaths; Pritzker releases business reopening guidelines – Will Jones
https://abc7chicago.com/society/gov-pritzker-releases-business-reopening-guidelines/6208703/

NBC5
— More Than 2,500 New Coronavirus Cases Reported in Illinois Sunday
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/more-than-2500-new-coronavirus-cases-reported-in-illinois-sunday/2277507/
— Trump’s Pitch to Voters: Trust Me, Economy Will Soar in 2021 – Jill Colvin and Zeke Miller
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/politics/trumps-pitch-to-voters-trust-me-economy-will-soar-in-2021/2277474/
— Chicago Churches Continue to Violate Stay-at-Home Orders, Fear City May Shut Them Down A pair of Chicago churches once again violated limitations on gathering sizes and fear the city may shut them down – Chris Hush
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-churches-continue-to-violate-stay-at-home-orders-fear-city-may-shut-them-down/2277539/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— Illinois reports 67 coronavirus deaths Sunday, more than 2,500 new cases
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/illinois-reports-67-coronavirus-deaths-sunday-more-than-2500-new-cases
— Judge won’t reconsider lawsuit brought by Michael Madigan opponent – AP
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/judge-wont-reconsider-lawsuit-brought-by-michael-madigan-opponent
— Illinois churches holding services say they’re taking precautions – AP
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/illinois-churches-holding-services-say-theyre-taking-precautions

WGN TV
— Churches holding services across Illinois say they’re taking precautions – AP
https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/churches-holding-services-across-illinois-say-theyre-taking-precautions/

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Gov. J.B. Pritzker announces reopening rules for businesses as Illinois is poised to move to next phase and loosen restrictions – JAMIE MUNKS
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-pritzker-coronavirus-business-reopening-20200524-4qfbnlefkbdwbhgt6h47mjp6ei-story.html
— You’re getting used to masks. Will you wear a face shield? – KNVUL SHEIKH
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-nw-nyt-coronavirus-face-mask-face-shield-20200524-t5nm5h46zveg7o26waryi7oelm-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— Facing fines and threat of closure, churches continue to hold services: ‘There is not going to be a stand down’ Despite a harsh new warning from Chicago’s public health chief, two Chicago churches defiantly held services Sunday in violation of Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s stay-at-home order. – Tom Schuba
https://chicago.suntimes.com/coronavirus/2020/5/24/21269156/facing-threat-closure-city-encouragement-trump-churches-hold-services
— Illinois announces 67 more coronavirus deaths as state inches toward Phase 3 reopening The deaths and 2,508 new cases were announced on the same day Gov. J.B. Pritzker unveiled specific guidelines for more businesses to open in coming days. – Ben Pope
https://chicago.suntimes.com/coronavirus/2020/5/24/21269094/illinois-coronavirus-cases-deaths-pritzker-reopening-may-24
— Governor releases guidelines for more Illinois businesses to reopen in coming days Pritzker stressed that as more businesses reopen, the No. 1 priority will continue to be the health and safety of Illinois residents and workers. – Suzanne McBride
https://chicago.suntimes.com/news/2020/5/24/21269037/governor-releases-guidelines-more-illinois-businesses-reopen-coming-days
— After rocky start, legislative session like no other delivers casino win to boost Chicago and state The grownups asserted themselves in the Illinois Legislature, settled things down and accomplished more than we might have predicted. – Editorial
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/5/24/21268656/chicago-casino-illinois-house-senate-legislature-springfield-jim-durkin-jb-pritzker-lori-lightfoot

DAILY HERALD
— State reports 61 more COVID-19 deaths, as Pritzker releases new reopening guidelines – Steve Zalusky
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200524/state-reports-61-more-covid-19-deaths-as-pritzker-releases-new-reopening-guidelines

CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS
— Big wins for Lightfoot and Pritzker in the just-wrapped Springfield session Chicago’s got its casino, Springfield Dems got their budget—plus the authority to borrow billions from the feds. Here’s what you need to know. – GREG HINZ
https://www.chicagobusiness.com/greg-hinz-politics/big-wins-lightfoot-and-pritzker-just-wrapped-springfield-session

WTTW
— Illinois’ Pandemic-Era Budget Looks to Feds for More Help – Amanda Vinicky
https://news.wttw.com/2020/05/24/illinois-pandemic-era-budget-looks-feds-more-help

WBBM
— At Issue: Jeanne Ives, 6th District Republican Congressional Candidate
https://wbbm780.radio.com/media/audio-channel/at-issue-jeanne-ives-6th-district-republican-congressional-candidate

QUAD CITY TIMES
— Despite budget approval, much is in limbo after Illinois session – JERRY NOWICKI
https://qctimes.com/agriculture/despite-budget-approval-much-is-in-limbo-after-illinois-session/article_44fbae1e-4272-56aa-b35c-dd333124d524.html

SOUTHERN
— ‘Patriot Rally’ in Marion brings opposition to Illinois’ coronavirus response – Brian Munoz
https://thesouthern.com/news/local/patriot-rally-in-marion-brings-opposition-to-illinois-coronavirus-response/article_aa3a54ae-b77d-571b-8331-33a292bb9a8f.html
PHOTOS: https://thesouthern.com/news/local/photos-patriot-rally-in-marion-brings-opposition-to-coronavirus-response/collection_cef9e0ea-448d-57cc-bc93-a2b0dbc0cbfd.html

WGLT
— B-N Lawmakers Pan State Budget – CHARLIE SCHLENKER
https://www.wglt.org/post/b-n-lawmakers-pan-state-budget#stream/0

CENTER SQUARE
— ‘Toxic’ Illinois budget relies on federal bailout that might not come – Greg Bishop
https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/toxic-illinois-budget-relies-on-federal-bailout-that-might-not-come/article_af3f782a-9e02-11ea-ba34-9712d2b2b44c.html

ILLINOIS LEAKS
— Pritzker foot-dragging Bailey case, claims no emergency exists – JOHN KRAFT
https://edgarcountywatchdogs.com/2020/05/pritzker-foot-dragging-bailey-case-claims-no-emergency-exists/

CAPITOL FAX
— Pritzker unveils business guidance; takes questions on budget, legislature, EO
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/24/pritzker-unveils-business-guidance-takes-questions-on-budget-legislature-eo/

BREITBART
— Illinois Lawmakers Approve Vote-by-Mail Expansion for November Election – HANNAH BLEAU
https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2020/05/23/illinois-house-approves-vote-mail-expansion-november-election/

THE HILL
— White House economic adviser: Unemployment rate could be ‘double digits’ in November – REBECCA KLAR
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/499348-white-house-economic-adviser-unemployment-rate-could-be-double-digits
— The Memo: Trump agenda rolls on amid pandemic – NIALL STANAGE
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/499259-the-memo-trump-agenda-rolls-on-amid-pandemic

May 23 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Coronavirus Illinois: COVID-19 cases top 107K with over 4K deaths as Memorial Day weekend gets underway
By Eric Horng, Craig Wall and Liz Nagy
https://abc7chicago.com/politics/illinois-covid-19-cases-top-107k/6206947/

NBC5
— Illinois Reports 2,352 New Coronavirus Cases, 75 Additional Deaths The state reported 25,114 new test results on Saturday
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/illinois-reports-2352-new-coronavirus-cases-75-additional-deaths/2277240/

CBS2
— Coronavirus In Illinois: 2,352 New COVID-19 Cases, 75 Additional Deaths
https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/05/23/coronavirus-in-illinois-2352-new-covid-19-cases-75-additional-deaths/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— Illinois reports 75 coronavirus deaths Saturday and more than 2,300 new cases
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/illinois-reports-75-coronavirus-deaths-saturday-and-more-than-2300-new-cases

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— 75 more Illinois coronavirus deaths; state testing tops 700K More than half the deaths have occurred during the first three weeks of May, during what Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s office has said is a plateau period for the outbreak’s impact on Illinois that could last through June. – Mitchell Armentrout
https://chicago.suntimes.com/coronavirus/2020/5/23/21268596/illinois-coronavirus-cases-deaths-pritzker-reopening-may-23
— Illinois House clears Chicago casino measure in waning hours of special session There were several amendments flying around Saturday morning, but ultimately, bill sponsor state Rep. Bob Rita was able to round up enough support. The measure was pushed by Mayor Lori Lightfoot and is essential in helping the city’s police and fire pensions. – Tina Sfondeles
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/5/23/21268597/chicago-casino-bill-fix-springfield-illinois-house-pass-pritzker-gambling-expansion

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Age is more than a number for nation’s geezer politicians – CHARLES SELLE (DIERSEN: What do you say to those who promote age discrimination?)
https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/opinion/ct-lns-selle-older-politicians-st-0526-20200522-eebmt7cwbfc4fpmxqxgndmplee-story.html
— Chicago faith leaders divided on whether to reopen for in-person service as state adds more than 2,300 new COVID-19 cases – MADELINE BUCKLEY
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-chicago-illinois-update-churches-20200523-bccarmy2y5gznm5rminnpiooci-story.html
— Illinois House passes legislation sought by Mayor Lori Lightfoot in her effort to land a casino in Chicago – JAMIE MUNKS and DAN PETRELLA
https://www.chicagotribune.com/politics/ct-chicago-casino-legislation-20200523-c5sem6ajmrgspme53h2mzgo4gy-story.html

DAILY HERALD
— Illinois reports 2,352 new COVID-19 cases, 75 more deaths Saturday
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200523/illinois-reports-2352-new-covid-19-cases-75-more-deaths-saturday

SPRINGFIELD STATE JOURNAL REGISTER
— Mark Curran takes on Durbin but also some in GOP – Bernard Schoenburg
https://www.sj-r.com/news/20200523/curran-takes-on-durbin-but-also-some-in-gop

BELLEVILLE NEWS DEMOCRAT
— Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s executive orders are unconstitutional, lawsuit argues – REBECCA ANZEL
https://www.bnd.com/news/politics-government/article242962006.html
(FROM THE ARTICLE: Two parties in the lawsuit are George Pearson, the Will County Republican Committee chairman, and Steve Balich, a member of the Will County Board. Both claim the state’s restrictions “deprived” them of income. Pearson claims he cannot perform his duties to nominate candidates for the Nov. 3 general election ballot. Balich claims he cannot “effectively represent his constituents” or run for reelection.)

KANKAKEE DAILY JOURNAL
— ‘Freedom is important:’ Few hundred rally to demand reopening of region, state – Lee Provost
https://www.daily-journal.com/news/local/freedom-is-important-few-hundred-rally-to-demand-reopening-of-region-state/article_cd5dc5c8-9bcd-11ea-bd6f-ff3051750016.html

FOX ILLINOIS
— Pandemic halts vaccination for nearly 80 million children – AP
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/pandemic-halts-vaccination-for-nearly-80-million-children
— Memorial Day spurs worries of spikes in cases while warnings come of second outbreak – Ahtra Elnashar
https://foxillinois.com/news/coronavirus/memorial-day-spurs-worries-of-spikes-in-cases-while-warnings-come-of-second-outbreak
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters say “Virus, economy, Trump and cash hamper GOP’s bid for House.”
https://foxillinois.com/news/nation-world/virus-economy-trump-and-cash-hamper-gops-bid-for-house

NPR ILLINOIS
— Evangelical Leader Cites ‘Growing Angst’ With Guv’s Covid-19 Response – MAUREEN FOERTSCH MCKINNEY
https://www.nprillinois.org/post/evangelical-leader-cites-growing-angst-guvs-covid-19-response#stream/0

WEST SUBURBAN JOURNAL
— Lightford announces $31.5 million in grant opportunities for historically underserved communities (DIERSEN: Why do some communities need more service than others?)
https://westsuburbanjournal.com/lightford-announces-31-5-million-in-grant-opportunities-for-historically-underserved-communities/

EVANSTON NOW
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: DISGUSTING, TRAGIC: Democrat push pot to push reparations.
https://evanstonnow.com/story/government/bill-smith/2020-05-22/84623/reparations-rally-promotes-more-funding

CHICAGO READER
— When it comes to pandemic planning, is the mayor responsive and collaborative, or dismissive and combative? – Dave Glowacz
https://www.chicagoreader.com/chicago/lightfoot-covid-19-funding/Content?oid=80102325&mc_cid=1a233b50a1&mc_eid=c968c7978e

CENTER SQUARE
— DISGUSTING, TRAGIC: Illinois has 9,176 legal cannabis industry jobs, study finds
https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/illinois-has-9-176-legal-cannabis-industry-jobs-study-finds/article_a61092be-9aa3-11ea-be40-07b038e94c45.html

ILLINOIS POLICY INSTITUTE
— ILLINOIS TOPS LIST FOR HARSHEST COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS IN AMERICA – Ben Szalinski
https://www.illinoispolicy.org/illinois-tops-list-for-harshest-covid-19-restrictions-in-america/

CAPITOL FAX
— 2,352 new cases, 75 additional deaths
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/23/2352-new-cases-75-additional-deaths/
— Amendment introduced to allow remote legislating
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/23/amendment-introduced-to-allow-remote-legislating/
— House approves gaming bill 77-32
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/23/house-approves-gaming-bill-77-32/
— Sen. Dale Righter cleans up Eastern Bloc member’s mess
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/23/sen-dale-righter-cleans-up-eastern-bloc-members-mess/
— IDPH stops reporting historical nursing home COVID-19 outbreak data
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/23/idph-stops-reporting-historical-nursing-home-covid-19-ourtbreak-data/
— End of session cheat sheet
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/23/end-of-session-cheat-sheet/
— New approp, BIMP amendments surface, casino push continues, cannabis bill hits a snag with Pritzker thumbs down
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/23/new-approp-bimp-amendments-surface-casino-push-continues-cannabis-bill-hits-a-snag-with-pritzker-thumbs-down/

NEWSMAX
— Illegal Aliens Have Major Role in Food Supply – James Walsh
https://www.newsmax.com/jameswalsh/immigration-food-supply/2020/05/22/id/968538/

THE HILL
— Trump campaign: Biden remarks about black people ‘racist and dehumanizing’ – JONATHAN EASLEY
https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/499143-trump-campaign-biden-remarks-about-black-people-racist-and-dehumanizing
— Trump escalates fight against mail-in voting – BRETT SAMUELS
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/499269-trump-escalates-fight-against-mail-in-voting

NBC NEWS
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: Trump-haters say “More Americans are souring on Trump’s coronavirus handling.”
https://www.aol.com/article/news/2020/05/22/more-americans-are-souring-on-trumps-coronavirus-handling-new-polling-shows/24389274/

NEW YORK TIMES
— Biden’s ‘Breakfast Club’ Controversy Shows What His Rivals Already Knew – Tariro Mzezewa
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/23/us/politics/joe-biden-breakfast-club.html

BLOOMBERG LAW
— DISGUSTING, TRAGIC: Cannabis Binge in Quarantine Lifts Hope for Federal Legalization – Patrick T. Fallon/
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/coronavirus/quarantined-americans-embrace-cannabis-reshaping-an-industry

JD SUPRA
— Seven Things To Consider When An Employee Refuses To Return to Work (DIERSEN: What percent of employees will use coronavirus to refuse to return to work until their employer gets rid of all its employees who are older, obese, and/or have health problems including diabetes? What percent of members of organizations will use coronavirus to refuse to stay a member until the organization gets rid of all its members who are older, obese, and/or have health problems including diabetes?)
https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/seven-things-to-consider-when-an-45827/

ACLU
— America, It Is Time to Talk About Reparations – Jeffery Robinson (DIERSEN: If the leaders of your municipality imposed reparations, which residents would they require to pay the most reparations – those who are Trump supporters, Protestant, conservative, patriotic, Republican, American, White, male, older, heterosexual, non-poor, gun owners, German American, draft avoiders, and/or those whose ancestors have been in America for a long time?)
https://www.aclu.org/news/racial-justice/america-it-is-time-to-talk-about-reparations/

May19 Evening Edition

ABC7
— Coronavirus Illinois Live: COVID-19 cases top 98K with over 4K deaths as Republicans criticize Pritzker’s order allowing businesses to be penalized – Jessica D’Onofrio
https://abc7chicago.com/society/illinois-covid-19-cases-top-96k-with-over-4k-deaths-/6195552/?cmp=emc-wls-news-headlines-5/19/2020
— Reopening Illinois: Rockford mayor calls for restaurants, childcare facilities to reopen on June 1 – Diane Pathieu
https://abc7chicago.com/business/rockford-mayor-calls-for-restaurants-childcare-facilities-to-reopen-on-june-1/6196016/

NBC5
— Lawmakers Can Be Kicked Out of House for Not Wearing a Mask Under Madigan’s Proposed Rules At least three Republicans in the House had previously indicated that they would not be wearing face coverings when legislators return to Springfield on Wednesday
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-politics/lawmakers-can-be-kicked-out-of-house-for-not-wearing-a-mask-under-madigans-proposed-rules/2274775/
— Illinois Hits Significant Coronavirus Testing Milestone
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/illinois-hits-significant-coronavirus-testing-milestone/2274786/
— Illinois GOP Says Graduated Tax ‘Cash Grab’ Will Stifle Pandemic Recovery – John O’Connor
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-politics/illinois-gop-says-graduated-tax-cash-grab-will-stifle-pandemic-recovery/2274493/
— Illinois Bar Sent Cease and Desist After Opening in Defiance of Stay-at-Home Order JB’s Hideout in Blue Mound, located just outside of Decatur and near Springfield, opened up on Friday for what owner Jason Bliesner called an “anti-corona party”
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/illinois-bar-sent-cease-and-desist-after-opening-in-defiance-of-stay-at-home-order/2274563/
— States Accused of Fudging or Bungling COVID-19 Testing Data The result is Americans who are making decisions about reopening and other day-to-day risks are being left with a false impression – Michelle R. Smith, Colleen Long and Jeff Amy
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/coronavirus/states-accused-of-fudging-or-bungling-covid-19-testing-data/2274807/

FOX NEWS CHICAGO
— Illinois overtakes NY in COVID-19 testing per capita; state on track for Phase 3 by May 31
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/illinois-overtakes-ny-in-covid-19-testing-per-capita-state-on-track-for-phase-3-by-may-31

CHICAGO TRIBUNE
— Pritzker says state now leads nation in per capita daily COVID-19 tests as officials report 1,545 new known cases and 146 more deaths
https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-coronavirus-pandemic-chicago-illinois-news-20200519-tclvoywcnre3tb5cpvwedj2hkm-story.html
— The glaring hole in Springfield’s to-do list: A corruption cleanup bill – Editorial
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/editorials/ct-edit-illinois-corruption-ethics-reform-20200519-u4dqm7b435fepa6plbhqzev2wy-story.html
— Will masks be a magnet for racial profiling? Some African Americans put in a tough spot – NAOMI ISHISAKA
https://www.chicagotribune.com/opinion/commentary/ct-opinion-coronavirus-masks-racism-20200519-bactfujmgvfhdazfvpn337lhmi-story.html

CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
— 146 more Illinois coronavirus deaths, but state still on track for next stage of reopening
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2020/5/19/21263435/latest-coronavirus-news-live-updates-chicago-illinois-2020
— Madigan to make masks a must? Speaker wants bare-faced members booted from session “Staff and members of the public not observing the rules will be asked to leave the premises immediately,” Madigan said “I look forward to focusing on the critical work needed to ensure our state can continue to respond to the COVID-19 health crisis and provide relief to people struggling around the state and not on needless distractions.” – Mitchell Armentrou
https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2020/5/19/21264048/madigan-springfield-house-masks-face-speaker-session-bailey-covid-19-coronavirus
— A pandemic does not suspend the rule of law Courts are beginning to recognize that a government’s public health powers, while broad, are not a blank check. – Jacob Sullum
https://chicago.suntimes.com/columnists/2020/5/19/21264001/pandemic-rule-law-personal-liberties-constitution

DAILY HERALD
— 146 more dead from COVID-19, another 1,545 infections reported – Jake Griffin
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200519/146-more-dead-from-covid-19-another-1545-infections-reported
— Bipartisan group seeks to reduce size of DuPage County Board – Robert Sanchez
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200519/bipartisan-group-seeks-to-reduce-size-of-dupage-county-board
— Elmhurst mayor to governor: Let us reopen sooner – Bob Smith
https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20200519/elmhurst-mayor-to-governor-let-us-reopen-sooner

NORTHWEST HERALD
— Franks fined after refusing to disclose details about Illinois Integrity Fund ‘Friendly contempt’ order allows county board chairman to seek additional appeal – KATIE SMITH
https://www.nwherald.com/2020/05/19/franks-fined-after-refusing-to-disclose-details-about-illinois-integrity-fund/avvknv6/

SOUTHERN
— Illinois Republicans hope to block rules that making some business openings a crime – PETER HANCOCK
https://thesouthern.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/illinois-republicans-hope-to-block-rules-that-making-some-business-openings-a-crime/article_e9a238a3-42fb-59d7-8848-45126f32814c.html

ALTON DAILY NEWS
— Illinois GOP Take on Governor – Cole Lauterbach
http://altondailynews.com/news/details.cfm?clientid=17&id=304228#.XsRAfSN_OM8

NAPERVILLE COMMUNITY TELEVISION
— DuPage County Sheriff’s Office Won’t Enforce Stay-At-Home Order
https://www.nctv17.com/news/dupage-county-sheriffs-department-wont-enforce-stay-at-home-order/
— Chamber of Commerce hosts Virtual Town Hall with Lawmakers
https://www.nctv17.com/news/chamber-of-commerce-hosts-virtual-town-hall-with-lawmakers/

WTMJ-TV MILWAUKEE
— Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has been spending time in Wisconsin during quarantine – Tess Klein
https://www.tmj4.com/news/coronavirus/illinois-governor-has-been-spending-time-in-wisconsin-during-quarantine

WREX
— Pritzker expresses concerns after Reopen Illinois rallies – Mike Miletich
https://wrex.com/2020/05/19/pritzker-expresses-concerns-after-reopen-illinois-rallies/

WSIL TV
— President Trump calls out Pritzker for coronavirus response efforts
https://wsiltv.com/2020/05/19/president-trump-calls-out-pritzker-for-coronavirus-response-efforts/

ILLINOIS PATCH
— Illinois Has Most Coronavirus Restrictions In Country: Study Here’s how strict Illinois has been with its stay-at-home order compared to other U.S. states, according to WalletHub. – Rebecca Bream
https://patch.com/illinois/across-il/illinois-has-most-coronavirus-restrictions-country-study

ELMHURST PATCH
— Elmhurst Mayor Keeps Emergency Powers The City Council extends the emergency powers for Mayor Steve Morley, who is calling for the governor to end his stay-at-home order. – David Giuliani
https://patch.com/illinois/elmhurst/elmhurst-mayor-keeps-emergency-powers

UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO NEWS
— Will coronavirus-related job losses eventually return? Chicago Booth scholar estimates 42% of pandemic-related layoffs could be permanent
https://news.uchicago.edu/story/will-coronavirus-related-job-losses-eventually-return

MCHENRY COUNTY BLOG
— Jack Franks Held in Indirect Contempt of Court & Fined $100 a Day for Refusing to Answer Questions in Illinois Integrity Fund Suit by County Clerk Joe Tirio
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/19/jack-fr-anks-held-in-indirect-contempt-of-court-fined-100-a-day-for-refusing-to-answer-questions-in-illinois-integrity-fund-suit-by-county-clerk-joe-tirio/
— Millionaire Jack Franks Wants to Cut Salaries of Lower Income Elected Officials
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/19/millionaire-jack-franks-wants-to-cut-salaries-of-lower-income-elected-officials/
— Photos from Woodstock’s Friday Rally Against Pritzker’s Coronavirus Order
http://mchenrycountyblog.com/2020/05/18/photos-from-woodstocks-friday-rally-against-pritzkers-coronavirus-order/

ILLINOIS LEAKS
— Governor Pritzker’s financial disclosure raises questions – you may not like the answer – KIRK ALLEN
https://edgarcountywatchdogs.com/2020/05/governor-pritzkers-financial-disclosure-raises-questions-you-may-not-like-the-answer/
— Pritzker’s nightmare hit the court docket in Clay County today – Legal Brief in Support of Darren Bailey Motion for Summary Judgment – KIRK ALLEN
https://edgarcountywatchdogs.com/2020/05/pritzkers-nightmare-hit-the-court-docket-in-clay-county-today-legal-brief-in-support-of-darren-bailey-motion-for-summary-judgment/

CAPITOL FAX
— JB’s Hideout gets hit with a cease and desist order
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/19/jb-cannot-hide-out-at-jbs-hideout/
— 1,545 new cases, 146 additional deaths
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/19/1545-new-cases-146-additional-deaths/
— Dr. Ezike upbeat about latest numbers – Pritzker says no to lump-sum budget – Dr. Ezike talks data challenges, death counts – With $240 million spent on purchases, Pritzker says state watching for fraud – Pritzker says new emergency rule will be re-tooled in 10 days – Refuses to bend to mayors – Dr. Ezike talks excess deaths – “Disgusted by the failure of so many people” to call out extremism at rallies – Will be in Springfield Wednesday – “Optimistic that we are falling from a peak” – Dr. Ezike says it will take some time to see if peak has passed – “The very definition of a blind trust is that it’s blind” – Again commits to making full pension payment – Defends decision not to cut staff – Addresses mask scam – Can’t do widespread testing without more tests – Dr. Ezike says feds urge go-slow on nursing home visits
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/19/dr-ezike-upbeat-about-latest-numbers-pritzker-says-no-to-lump-sum-budget/
— COVID-19 roundup
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/19/covid-19-roundup-41/
— Madigan proposes changes to House rules requiring masks, temperature checks – Violators could be removed by vote of the chamber
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/19/madigan-proposes-changes-to-house-rules-requiring-masks-temperature-checks-violators-could-be-removed-by-vote-of-the-chamber/
— Some of what you can expect this week
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/19/some-of-what-you-can-expect-this-week/
— A poorly drafted rule is causing unnecessary panic and may even be unneeded
https://capitolfax.com/2020/05/19/a-poorly-drafted-rule-is-causing-unnecessary-panic-and-may-even-be-unneeded/

BLAZE
— House Democrats just informed the Supreme Court that they may impeach President Trump again by the end of this year – Phil Shiver
https://www.theblaze.com/news/house-democrats-may-impeach-trump-again
— California governor says first responders will be ‘first ones laid off’ without federal government bailout Economic shutdowns taking their toll – Aaron Colen (DIERSEN: GAO employees who were Republican, White, male, and/or non-veteran who had not made GS-13 (currently $101,176) by age 25, GS-14 (currently $119,559) by age 30, GS-15 (currently $140,634) by age 35, and Senior Executive Service (currently $170,800) by age 40 were gotten rid of first by the Democrats who ran GAO in response to Republican-led budget cuts during the 1980s and 1990s.)
https://www.theblaze.com/news/california-governor-first-responders-laid-off-bailout

NEWSMAX
— Rep. Rodney Davis to Newsmax TV: Dems Want to Weaponize Election Process With Ballot Harvesting – Solange Reyner
https://www.newsmax.com/newsmax-tv/democrats-davis-trump-election/2020/05/18/id/967934/

JP MEDIA
— IL Governor Pritzker Announces What Will Happen to Business People Who Defy Restrictions – RICK MORAN
https://pjmedia.com/news-and-politics/rick-moran/2020/05/19/il-governor-pritzer-will-jail-business-people-who-defy-restrictions-n404232

NATIONAL REVIEW
— How Long Should We Keep Bribing People Not to Work? – ROBERT VERBRUGGEN
https://www.nationalreview.com/2020/05/how-long-should-we-keep-bribing-people-not-to-work/

ATLANTIC
— DIERSEN HEADLINE: A Trump-hater says “We Can Prevent a Great Depression. It’ll Take $10 Trillion. Don’t think of that number as “big” or “bold.” Just think of it as the appropriate dosage for a once-in-a-century economic affliction.”
https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/05/we-can-prevent-a-great-depression-itll-take-10-trillion/611749/