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Will Pritzker Run For Governor … and President? Plus, Ice Cream Recs
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Gov. JB Pritzker announced he’s running for a third term as governor. But that hasn’t exactly put a stop to presidential speculation. Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea explain why and discuss how the 2026 election landscape is shaping up in Illinois. Plus, they cover a comprehensive ice cream map and offer some additional neighbor shoutouts.
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