Pritzker budget proposal leaves funding flat for the arts in Illinois in 2026-2027 – WBEZ (Chicago)

In the state budget released last week, the governor proposed $25.9 million for the Illinois Arts Council, up just slightly from the $25.7 million allocated in fiscal year 2026. In 2025, the state made a big increase in funding for the arts, growing the budget from $15.5 million to $25.5 million annually.
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Call my shrink
3 months ago

We have beautiful graffiti on the empty boarded up buildings downtown. What more art do we need ?

The Railroader
3 months ago

When one can’t pay their grocery bill, there is no money for theater tickets.

JB the Hutt’s Illinois has no money for theater tickets.

Fullbladder
3 months ago

Ken Griffin will make up the difference…oh that’s right.

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