Illinois, Legislature
Proposed legislation to require EV charging stations could make homes more expensive(The Center Square) – Proposed measures at the Illinois statehouse could require electric vehicle charging stations in the garage of new homes, a change one builder says would increase… Read More
Illinois
GOP lawmakers urge for policies to address Illinois’ increased energy costs(The Center Square) – Energy prices in Illinois are increasing and Republican lawmakers are blaming the governor's energy policies. This week, Ameren Illinois said its costs… Read More
Public Education
Illinois State Board of Education names new state superintendent of schools(The Center Square) – The Illinois State Board of Education has named its 31st state superintendent of education, but not everyone is on board with the selection. Tony Sanders was… Read More
Crime
Crime continues to be main issue among Chicago mayoral candidates(The Center Square) – Candidates in the 2023 Chicago mayoral election say incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot has not done enough to stop crime. Earlier this week, Lightfoot broke… Read More
Public Education
Lightfoot criticized for soliciting CPS students to campaign for ‘extra credit;’ investigations launched(The Center Square) – Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is drawing criticism over leaked emails of her campaign asking public school students for help her re-election bid in exchange for "extra credit."… Read More