Illinois Low election turnout has some eying ranked choice voting for 2028 28 mins ago (The Center Square) – Voter turnout in last month's presidential primary election was the lowest in 52 years. Some argue changing to ranked choice voting could increase participation. Others worry it will confuse voters.
Illinois As the U.S. adds jobs, Illinois continues to lag in unemployment numbers 3 hrs ago (The Center Square) – Illinois and the rest of the country added jobs in March, but the state’s unemployment rate is not improving.
Illinois Illinois quick hits: Effort underway to recall Chicago mayor; safest cities listed 6 hrs ago Effort underway to recall Chicago mayor
Illinois Judge pauses SEC case against ex-ComEd boss Anne Pramaggiore 6 hrs ago (The Center Square) – A federal judge has temporarily paused the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's case against fo…
Illinois Statewide literacy plan some say ‘doesn’t work’ costs Illinois taxpayers $3 million 6 hrs ago (The Center Square) – Concerns are being raised about a mandated literacy plan the Illinois State Board of Education is ta…
Illinois Illinois House passes 'Healthcare Protection Act' some warn increases taxpayer costs 10 hrs ago (The Center Square) – A measure to modify Illinois’ health insurance regulations that is estimated to cost state taxpayers…
Illinois Pritzker’s proposal to address worst underfunded state pensions in US dissected 23 hrs ago (The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s plan to address Illinois' pension woes was the subject of a House hearing Thursday.
Illinois Hundreds of gun owners rally at Illinois Statehouse 23 hrs ago (The Center Square) – Illinois gun owners rallied at the state capitol to show their displeasure with the state’s gun laws, and express hopes …
Illinois Illinois quick hits: Food additives ban passes Senate; legislator seeks to criminalize blocking roads Apr 18, 2024 Food additives ban passes Senate
Illinois Legislators: Proposed race-based funding formula for universities could violate civil rights Apr 18, 2024 (The Center Square) – Illinois Senate Republicans are urging for a subject matter hearing on Illinois’ ambitious plan for higher education fun…
Illinois Illinois quick hits: Sportsbooks oppose proposed tax increase; Uber security upgrade in Chicago Apr 18, 2024 Sportsbooks oppose proposed tax increase
Illinois Illinois quick hits: Rivian announces more layoffs; man charged for trafficking Masters merchandise Apr 17, 2024 Rivian announces more layoffs
Illinois Illinois set to mandate a strict food additive ban Apr 17, 2024 (The Center Square) – Some Illinois lawmakers want to supersede the federal government when it comes to banning food additives.
Illinois Measure requiring 120-day notice of local media sales passes Illinois Senate Apr 17, 2024 (The Center Square) – A measure prohibiting local news organizations from selling to out-of-state buyers without 120 days written notice of th…
Illinois State lawmaker under federal investigation reacts to Dolton officials being charged and accused Apr 17, 2024 (The Center Square) – A state legislator responding Wednesday to news of Dolton village officials being investigated for possible corruption a…
Illinois Group opposing abortion rallies in Springfield Apr 17, 2024 (The Center Square) – More than 1,000 people attended the Illinois Right to Life March in Springfield on Wednesday.
Illinois Advocates on both sides of gun debate take to Illinois Capitol Apr 17, 2024 (The Center Square) – Advocates on both sides of the debate around gun control are using this week to champion their issues at the Illinois St…