Illinois has made a big turnaround when it comes to its budget. Bills are being paid on time and the state has even socked some money away in its rainy day fund. But the future remains cloudy as national and international issues could impact revenue. And, don't forget about pension debt.

State Week: Examining Illinois' fiscal health

An analysis of the week in Illinois politics and government from the NPR Illinois.comments@stateweek.org

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The legislature has set May 24 as the day to wrap up their work.

State Week: An Illinois budget showdown looms as session adjournment nears

The Pritzker Administration is trying to push through different revenue plans in the final weeks of the session. If those are unsuccessful, a letter to agency directors says there could be about $800 million less to spend.

State Week: A warning for agencies to prepare for possible budget cuts

The NFL team's effort to get a new stadium seems to be getting sacked by the governor's office and other state officials. Also a central Illinois prison could be re-built near Joliet, raising concerns in the community that's housed the facility.

State Week: The Chicago Bears stadium project gets a cool reception; A prison could move north

Will lawmakers agree to put public money toward the stadium project? Also, the governor said a state pension law that lowered benefits may need to be revisited.

State Week: The Bears make their stadium pitch; Gov talks pensions

A U.S. Supreme Court decision in an Indiana case could impact the prosecutions in Illinois and elsewhere.

State Week: Examining Illinois' fiscal health

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