Gov. JB Pritzker took the rare step Thursday of attacking one of Illinois’ largest employers — State Farm — over its plans to increase homeowners’ insurance rates by 27%.

Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement in response to State Farm’s decision to increase homeowners' insurance rates in Illinois:“I am deeply con

- Gov. JB Pritzker provided sharp criticism of State Farm after the Illinois-based insurer announced a big rate increase for homeowners. - Federal prosecutors are asking for a six-year prison term for Mike McClain, a longtime confidant of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.